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ONGOING EVENTS:
(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 - 8 PM 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) LGBT Afternoon Tea Dances; Every 3rd Sunday of the month; 3-7 pm. Dance, Drink, Dialogue! The Union Station, 125A Pleasant Street. $8 admission, $5 w/student ID. FMI: www.nohopridepromos.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) Williamstn-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.
(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 3:00pm-6:00pm 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!
(VT) BOOK CLUB; 7pm; 139 Main Street, Ste #606B. FMI: Curtis, 802-254-2400. Core Group is meeting on Thursday at the Menspace.
(VT) Transgender Support Group Meeting in Brattleboro, VT the fourth Sunday of every month. Open to anyone whose identity or expression doesn't fit neatly into the gender binary, including transpeople of all genders and sexual orientations: transgender, transsexual, FTM, MTF, non-op, pre-op, post-op, cross-dresser, bi-gendered, genderqueer, genderfluid, questioning ... Confidentiality guaranteed. FMI: Oshee: oshee@gdess.net <mailto:oshee@gdess.net>
(VT) Wednesdays in May; DROP-IN EVENINGS: 6-9pm; Menspace; 67 Main Street, 4th Floor. From 6 to 9pm on Wednesdays the Menspace will be open with no ‘planned event.’ Pop in to see who’s around, play a game of cards, listen to music, hang out and chat. Men’s Program Event. 802-254-4444
(EVERYWHERE) April 16; 2010 National Day of Silence; 12:00am - 11:55pm; Your school! The National Day of Silence brings attention to anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying and harassment in schools. Each year the event has grown, and now hundreds of thousands of students participate to encourage schools and classmates to address the problem of anti-LGBT behavior. Founded in 1996, the Day of Silence has become the largest single student-led action towards creating safer schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. FMI: www.DayofSilence.org
WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS:
ONGOING NEW: First Thursday of the Month; Franklin-Hampshire PFLAG (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. Starts at 7:00pm; the First Congregational Church, Main St. Ashfield, Mass. Helpline 413 625-6636, e-mail janenrosie48@yahoo.com
Feb. 6; Vagina Monologues; 7:00pm - 9:00pm; Northampton Center for the Arts. Tickets available at Broadside Books, Food for Thought Books and at www.cabotix.com
Feb. 6; Dance at the Montague Grange; Caller Brendan Taaffe with music by Shirley White and Linda Henry; 7-10pm; $7-$10 sliding scale, $5 with student ID. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma
Feb. 6; Fever in February; 9pm-1am; UMass Fine Arts Center Lobby. The UMass Stonewall Center is having our first dance of the semester. This LGBTQA event is definitely going to heat up the Fine Arts Center! FMI: stonewall@stuaf.umass.edu.
Feb. 10; WHERE’S LOVE 101?; Creating and Sustaining Healthy Relationships; 7- 9pm; UMass Campus Center 917. With refreshments and door prizes, this promises to be a lively, informative and fun evening!
Free, open to the public, and wheelchair accessible. Sponsored by the Women of Color Leadership Network, Everywoman’s Center, the Stonewall Center, Student Legal Services Office and the GSS Graduate Women’s Network. FMI: 545-1671 or Everywoman’s Center at 545-0883.
Feb. 10; Our first OPEN community meeting for New England Trans United Pride; 6- 8pm; 60 Masonic Street Northampton, MA 01060. Planning is underway for New England Trans United Pride March and Rally. We are seeking volunteers to lead or assist us in the following areas: Press, Publicity, Media Speakers, Entertainers, Stage, Sound, Vendors, Tabling, Venue Logistics, Fundraising, Security, After party planners, Social media and blogging, Water and tee shirt sales, venue area set up and clean up, stage hands, posting flyers in your region, recruiting contingents, organizing contingents at Lampron Park, outreach to minority communities, parade sign and placard making, accounting and budget management, contacting potential vendors, videography and photo documentation, etc. If you can give us a few hours or take on a lead role in any of these areas please contact us. FMI: newenglandtransunited@yahoo.com
Feb. 11; Stand with Haiti - Benefit concert for Partners in Health; 7-11pm; UMass Fine Arts Center Concert Hall. The UMass Marching Band (tent.) The Young at Heart Chorus, Tehillah (St. Johns Congregational Gospel Choir, Joe Velez Quintet, UMass Jazz Ensemble I, FlavaEvolution Jazz Quartet
And Special Guests. All proceeds to benefit Partners in Health. PIH has been working on the ground in Haiti for over 20 years. PIH works to bring modern medical care to poor communities in nine countries around the world. Sponsored by the UMass Fine Arts Center, Office of Student Affairs, The UMass Springfield Initiative, WFCR/WNNZ, WGBY, Daily Hampshire Gazette, the Valley Advocate, the UMass Haitian Student Association, UMass Department of Music and Dance.
Feb. 12; KING ME!; 10pm-1:45am; Bishop's Lounge, 41 Strong Ave., Northampton, MA 01060. King Me! King is BACK - and just in time to cure your ills during the worst time of the winter. King, if you're new at this, is a night of dancing for men who like to dance with other men. Of course it goes without saying, those who like dancing with the homos are welcome to attend. Door? $5. Think about it, that's pretty cheap for what you get. We proved last time if you bring good music and put out the call for fun people to gather, you'll get a good night out on the town. Since he thrilled folks so much last time, we're happy to welcome back DJ Drew G from New York.
Feb. 13; The V-Dance: For Women & Their Friends; 7:30-midnight; Union Station; 125 Pleasant St; Northampton, ma MA. $10; FMI: (413) 588-1512 or www.nohopridepromos.com.
Feb. 13; Quite Queer's "Heart On;” 8pm-1am; Jae's Spice Upstairs; 297 North St; Pittsfield, MA. Love if you will: Bring who you love, meet whom you might. High fashion: Dress to kill/bring peace on earth.
Live music: Jen Urban and the Box (NYC) will bring the ruckus. Dance party: DJ BP&J (Minneapolis) brings the brilliance. $5 cover for 21+, $8 for 18
Feb 13; Throbbing Hearts - Valentine's Day BLOW OUT; 8pm-2am; End Zone Bar - 186 Main Street - Indian Orchard, MA. FMI: 413-543-8400.
Feb. 13; F.A.S.T. MEETING; 7-9pm; Media Education Foundation Nothampton MA. A meeting for all pople who are trans or suport trans spouses and bring a friend. FMI: www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=258720393949
Feb. 15; The Wizard of Oz; 2-4pm; Academy of Music, Northampton, MA. This classic just celebrated its 70th, so we felt like it was a good time to bring it back, and this time with a twist(er): Come dressed like an Oz character and $1 will be donated to HampshireCountyCares.org. Dedicated to helping and meeting the immediate needs of disaster victims and the on-going needs of area non-profit agencies in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. FMI: www.hampshirecountycares.org/
Feb. 19; 2nd Annual Kiss “N” Tell Ball; a GLBTQa GLBTQa GLBTQ---friendly Valentine’s Day dancefriendly Valentine’s Day dancefriendly Valentine’s Day dance ages 21 and younger; 7:00-10:30pm; Greenfield Youth Center; 20 Sanderson St. Greenfield, MA. Admission is FREE! All genders and sexualities All genders and sexualities All genders and sexualities welcome! A drug, alcohol and harassment free event.
Food and fun provided! FMI: Contact Caroline at 413-475-1798 www.communityaction.us/youth
Feb. 20; Miss Trans New England Potluck/Open Mic Night; 5- 9pm; Media Education Foundation 60 Masonic St. Northampton, MA 01060. Please bring a dish. FMI: www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=277628666738
Feb. 21; Afternoon Tea Dance; 3 -7 pm; Union Station; 125 Pleasant St; Northampton, ma MA. $8 & 5w/student ID; FMI: (413) 588-1512 or www.nohopridepromos.com
Feb. 26; 9:30 pm to Midnight; Grand Ballroom, Hotel Northampton; 36 King St., Northampton. Catered Food • Cash Bars • Dancing • Music by DJ Jodi Entertainment; $7.50 with film ticket stub - Save $4.50!
$12 Non-filmgoer. Buy advance tickets online when you buy your Topp Twin film tickets.
Feb. 27; Dance at the Montague Grange; Caller Lisa Sieverts with music by Brendan Taafe and friends; 7-10pm; $7-$10 sliding scale, $5 with student ID. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma
Feb. 27; 2-5pm; 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.
March 6; New England Small College Queer Summit; 10:00am - 10:00pm; Williams College. Free. A gathering for LGBTQ students to network and discuss the successes and challenges of being LGBTQ identified at small colleges in New England.
March 11; The Emily Dickinson Museum presents a benefit performance of William Luce’s critically praised play, The Belle of Amherst, with acclaimed actress Barbara Dana at 7:00 pm at the Kirby Memorial Theater at Amherst College. Reserved seating is available for $50 per ticket; general admission tickets are available for $25 for adults and $15 for students. FMI: info@emilydickinsonmuseum.org or call 413-542-5311. Tickets are also available for purchase at A.J. Hastings on South Pleasant Street in Amherst.
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
Feb. 4; PAPARAZZI THURSDAY PRESENTS THE LADY GAGA LOOK-A-LIKE CONTEST; 10pm-2am; The V Amendment; 90 Commercial St.; Worcester, MA. Come dressed in your best GaGa and win $$ and other prizes!! Contest will be hosted by ABBY CUMMINGS! Winner is by audience applause. DJ Susan Esthera spins the best in Top 40 - Electro Hop - Mash Ups - House - Party Jamz. 18+/$5 for 21+; $10 for 18-20.
Feb. 21; White Party for the 21st Century; 7pm-2am; Platinum Premier, 241 Southbridge St; Worcester, MA. Join us for another great Worcester Pride event. Come in your hottest white attire for the White Party for the 21st Century! 18+ event! Admission only $10. FMI: www.worcesterpride.com!!!
BOSTON:
Ongoing:
Machine Monday’s; Dirty Sexy Mondays;10pm - 2am; Join the DSM Divas and DJ Susan Esthera for Boston's hottest and funniest drag show. 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com <http://www.nightclubmachine.com>
Machine Tuesday’s; Queer Circus; 10pm-2 am; Join head ringleader Eileen Dover for a raucous night of Gay Twister, Horny Jeopardy and a dance-with-the-drag-queen contest where you can win $50 each and every Tuesday! 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com <http://www.nightclubmachine.com>
Machine Thursday’s @ 10:00 pm; Join host Adam Morris for Karaoke in the Video Lounge starting at 10pm, with the Pool Room opening at 8pm. 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com
Machine Fridays; Friday 10pm - 2am; Join us for Machine Fridays featuring resident DJ Darrin Friedman and you'll understand why It's recognized as the best night in Boston! 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com
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.
Monthly “Back 2 Basics Tea Dances” for the GLBT community; at the Verve Lounge; Second Sunday of the month. The next dance on December 13. The Back 2 Basics monthly Tea Dances have been sell-out events in Roslindale for the past six months. FMI: rickward51@comcast.net
Milky Way at The Brewery, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain near the Stonybrook T stop, $6, 21+ www.dykenight.com
Feb. 21; Afternoon Tea Dance; 3 -7 pm; Union Station; 125 Pleasant St; Northampton, ma MA. $8 & 5w/student ID; FMI: (413) 588-1512 or www.nohopridepromos.com
Feb. 26; 9:30 pm to Midnight; Grand Ballroom, Hotel Northampton; 36 King St., Northampton. Catered Food • Cash Bars • Dancing • Music by DJ Jodi Entertainment; $7.50 with film ticket stub - Save $4.50!
$12 Non-filmgoer. Buy advance tickets online when you buy your Topp Twin film tickets.
Feb. 26; Carol O'Shaughnessy & Steve Heck; Club Cafe Bistro & Video Bar; 209 Columbus Avenue in the Back Bay; 8-11pm; No cover charge. For all Tuesday; Thurs., Fri. & Sat. schedules, please call Club Cafe at 617.536.0966 or visit: www.clubcafe.com
Feb. 27; Dance at the Montague Grange; Caller Lisa Sieverts with music by Brendan Taafe and friends; 7-10pm; $7-$10 sliding scale, $5 with student ID. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma <http://www.lcfd.org/westma>
Feb. 27; 2-5pm; 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.
March 5; Comedian Kathleen Madigan, known for her appearance on "Last Comic Standing", performs at the historic Wilbur Theatre!; 7:30pm; Comedy Connection Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. FMI: 617-248-9700.
March 6; Chris Harris & Rafael Sanchez Present EPIC Saturday’s at the House of Blues - New England’s BIGGEST gay dance party! 10pm; EPIC Saturday’s features the best in global house DJs and performers every Saturday night! This Saturday will feature DJ Rich Ladue spinning the best in house music plus special guests Mizery & Company performing live! FREE BEFORE 11 PM! 21+; 15 Lansdowne Street; FMI: www.chrisharrispresents.com/epic or email: jc@gaymafiaboston.com
March 7; GLAD's Winter Tea Dance, It's Time to Shake Things Up!; 3-6pm; Westin Copley Place, Boston. 10 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA. Join Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders for an afternoon dance with new fans as well as long-time supporters. Shake off those winter blues and get connected with GLAD! Don't miss DJ Mocha spinning DANCE HITS, a chill JAZZ LOUNGE, RAFFLE prizes, and an exciting LIVE AUCTION. Cash bar - Hors d'oeuvres. TICKETS are $50, students $25 - SPONSORSHIPS from $150. FMI: www.glad.org/events or call 617-426-1350
March 9; Wicked Smart interview with Chief Justice Margaret Marshall of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court conducted by Janis Pryor for WUMB-FM's Commonwealth Journal; 6pm; Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle Street, Harvard Square; $8; FMI or for tickets: 617-547-6789 x1; www.ccae.org
March 12; John Valby "Dr. Dirty;" 10pm; Comedy Connection Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. Show is 18+ over. FMI: 617-248-9700.
March 13; Will’s Wheels Concert; 7pm; The concert is organized by Will Martell, an 18 year old senior at Nauset who lives in Brewster. Funds raised from the concert will benefit Martell’s participation in the 545 mile AIDS/LifeCycle bicycle ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles in June. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and available at the door on a first come first serve basis. FMI: Will Martell at info@willswheels.org. To donate, please go to www.willswheels.org.
March 20; DJ Kidd Modonney (Miami) spins EPIC Saturday’s @ The House of Blues!; 10pm; 15 Lansdowne Street, Boston, MA. FREE BEFORE 11 PM! 21+; 15 Lansdowne Street; FMI: www.chrisharrispresents.com/epic or email: jc@gaymafiaboston.com
March 26; Gilbert Gottfried; 1am; Comedy Connection; Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. FMI: 617-248-9700.
April 8; 30 Years of Queer Youth Movement: A BAGLY Anniversary Event; 6-9pm; Artists for Humanity EpiCenter; 100 West 2nd Street, Boston, MA. BAGLY will celebrate 30 years - 3 generations - 30,000 youth served in a community celebration to be held at Artists for Humanity in South Boston. A very unique silent auction, celebrity guest hosts, food and beverages and a few surprises are already being planned - and there is free parking. Tickets are only $100 each and can be reserved now at www.bagly.org/donate (be sure to refer to the 30th Anniversary when purchasing online). If you’re interested in Sponsorship please contact Aaron Chandler at achandler@bagly.org or 617-227-4313 x21.
April 15; Lawyers For Transgender Rights 2010; 5:30pm - 8:30pm; Club Café; 209 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA. Join us for a cocktail party and support a worthy cause at the same time. Lawyers for Transgender Rights will bring together lawyers, law students, law firms, legal organizations, bar associations, and law schools to network and to support the Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition's important work on behalf of the transgender community. Lawyers for Transgender Rights ticket prices: Attorney: $65; Non-profit/gov't/small firm: $35; Law student: $15. To buy tickets, and for details on sponsorships, please visit: www.masstpc.org/events/lawyersfor.shtml
June 19; Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition; Registration starts at 7am; Against the Tide is Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition's statewide swim, walk, kayak, run event to raise money for breast cancer prevention. FMI: www.mbcc.org/swim or call 617-376-6222
Aug. 21; Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition; Against the Tide is Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition's statewide swim, walk, kayak, run event to raise money for breast cancer prevention. FMI: www.mbcc.org/swim or 617-376-6222.
P-Town:
Attention: FREE PARKING IN MUNICIPAL LOTS FROM NOVEMBER 1ST TO MARCH 30TH!
ONGOING:
KARAOKE in the Little Bar at the A-HOUSE; The Atlantic House Karaoke in the Little Bar at the A-House every Tues.& Thurs. Thursday nights are hosted by Thirsty Burlington.
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
March 2; The Atlantic House Karaoke in the Little Bar at the A-House; 10pm-1am; FMI: www.ahouse.com
March 3; Team Trivia Night @ Art House; 7-9pm; 214 Commercial Street. Every week the Art House hosts Team Trivia Night on Wednesday, starting at 7 PM. Come join the fun. Food and bar specials. Best pizza in town! Form a team or join one of our existing teams. FMI: http://ptownarthouse.com
March 4, 11 & 18; Nintendo Wii Bowling @ Art House; 7-9pm; 214 Commercial Street. Join our weekly Nintendo Wii Bowling Tournament. We've got three "lanes" open every Thursday evening at 7 PM. Bring your friends and form a team or join one of our existing teams. We have food and bar specials! Best pizza in town!
FMI: http://ptownarthouse.com
March 5 & 6; The Vault @ The Crown & Anchor; 9pm-1am; 247 Commercial St. What a leather bar should be! Provincetown's favorite hang out for the leather, uniform & bear crowd. Drink specials all winter long!
FMI: www.onlyatthecrown.com
March 6, 7 & 9; Cocktails at the Porchside Lounge Bar; Gifford House Inn; 5pm-1am; A Provincetown Tradition. Open Daily Year Round at 5:00pm. NEVER A COVER CHARGE. FMI: www.giffordhouse.com
March 12; Kendall performs in The Cabaret Room at The Crown & Anchor; 9pm; 247 Commercial St.
Singer, songwriter, performer Kendall performs for one night only. Presented by The Provincetown Bears as part of "Out of Hibernation 2010" NO COVER. FMI: www.onlyatthecrown.com
March 13; The Butch & Bruiser's Boots & Boxers Party; 9pm-1am; The Paramount at The Crown & Anchor.
Presented by the NorthEast Ursamen, the main event for "Out of Hibernation 2010" with DJ Chris Racine. $10 Cover with a portion of the proceeds to benefit SKIP, Soup Kitchen In Provincetown. FMI: www.onlyatthecrown.com
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
March 5; Live Bait: True Stories From Real People; 10pm; Perishable Theatre, Providence; 95 Empire Street, Providence. All seats $5. Things don’t always turn out the way we would like. There are things we might have done differently, things we should have said, things we shouldn’t have said. But what if you had a second chance? A do-over? What would you do differently? Or maybe you did have a second chance. What did you do? Did it work? You want to talk about it?
March 16; 101 Dalmatians; Providence Performing Arts Center; Based on the 1956 classic story written by Dodie Smith. THE 101 DALMATIANS MUSICAL features an impressive cast made-up of Broadway veterans and newcomers that will bring to life this one-of-a-kind musical adventure for the entire family.
Tickets on sale now at the PPAC Box Office, located at 220 Weybosset St. in downtown Providence. FMI: www.ppacri.org or by phone at (401) 421-ARTS (2787).
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
Feb. 27; Polo 15 Year Anniversary & Farewell Diabolique; 9pm-2am; Polo Club; 678 Maple Ave; Hartford, CT. Also our very own Diabolique is leaving and we are saying Bon Voyage! Come tip this diva (this way she'll have money to visit us) and wish her well.
March 6; Marita in Wonderland; 9pm-2am; Through the Looking Glass (Polo Club), Hartford, CT. Polo Club and Marita Bonita present: Alice in Wonderland; A Movie Release Party & A Benefit For St. Philip House. Tim Burton's "Alice In Wonderland" is finally coming to the theatres Friday March 5. Since it is one of Marita's favorite stories, we are creating a special night. Movie inspired outfits and decorations, contests and also in conjunction a benefit for the St Philip House's Mad Hatter Auction Gala. Hosted by Marita Bonita. 3 Shows : 11, 12, & 1am; Contests for Best Hat and Costume; Movie tickets & CD Sountrack prizes; Also all night we will be taking donation of $5 (or more) and in exchange for Raffle tickets to win 2 seats at the St Philip ‘s Mad Hatter Auction (over a $200 value!!!)
March 7; Women’s Health Screening Day - March 7; at the Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective; FMI: 860-278-4163.
April 10; @ The Hartford Club & includes dinner, dancing and a silent and live auction. The auction and proceeds help raise money for St. Philip House. Past events have included celebrity and local celebrity auctioneers (also a performance or two by Marita Bonita and Morganna). FMI: www.stphiliphouse.org/
Nov. 14; One Big Event; Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective; FMI: 860-278-4163.
VERMONT:
Feb. 24; CONNECTING GROUP: 7pm at the Menspace; 67 Main Street, 4th Floor, Brattleboro. This is a general Connecting Group, focusing on how we meet and make connections with other men, and how to
keep the process healthy and satisfying. RSVP required as space is limited. FMI: Howie (802-254-4444 or men@sover.net) to reserve a spot. Men’s Program Event.
Feb. 24; 7pm; the Menspace; RSVP required, as we limit the size of the group to allow for full participation by attendees. Contact Howie at men@sover.net. Let's talk about sex ... and not just about sex, but also about how we go about meeting guys we might want to get to know and/or have sex with, whether as friends, hook-ups, dates, possible partners, maybe even husbands Where do we meet new guys around here? How do we get a guy we're interested in to pay attention to us, to want to get to know us? If we make a connection that seems to hold promise for great sex, how do we go about getting there? Is it all about unspoken cues or do we talk about what we want? If we do end up with this wonderful, sensuous, intimate sexual connection, how do we manage to keep our risk for HIV and other STD's low? And what makes us feel that the sex we had was really satisfying?
Feb. 25; RETOOL YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE: Hosted by Wayne and Dave; 7pm at the Menspace. Join a
hilarious and informative evening at the Menspace on how to fix up your online profile. Does your profile project what you're looking for? Are you on the correct site for what you're looking for? Practical tools reviewed including uploading pictures. FMI: 802-254-4444 or men@sover.net
Feb. 26; GAYME NIGHT: 7pm at Howie’s; Come on over and join the fun! Bring a snack or beverage
if you’d like. For directions: men@sover.net or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
LOOKING AHEAD:
June 18; JUNE PRIDE DANCE - Stay tuned for more information.
June 18 & 19; CINESLAM; Stay tuned for more information.
Other Adjacent Areas:
March 3; Open House Social; 7:00-9pm; Unitarian Universalist Church of Nashua; 58 Lowell St, Nashua, NH. Please join us for our kick-off open house! This is new group for gay/bi men to come together and meet and socialize in a fun, safe, supportive environment. This group for all gay/bi/? men of all ages living or working in the Nashua area! We'll have pizza and refreshments and information about the new group and how you can get involved. We'll meet regularly and have a schedule of events, and you can network, find new friends, and possibly new romances! This is an offline, real-life way for men to come together in Nashua.
(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 - 8 PM 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) LGBT Afternoon Tea Dances; Every 3rd Sunday of the month; 3-7 pm. Dance, Drink, Dialogue! The Union Station, 125A Pleasant Street. $8 admission, $5 w/student ID. FMI: www.nohopridepromos.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) Williamstn-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.
(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 3:00pm-6:00pm 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!
(VT) BOOK CLUB; 7pm; 139 Main Street, Ste #606B. FMI: Curtis, 802-254-2400. Core Group is meeting on Thursday at the Menspace.
(VT) Transgender Support Group Meeting in Brattleboro, VT the fourth Sunday of every month. Open to anyone whose identity or expression doesn't fit neatly into the gender binary, including transpeople of all genders and sexual orientations: transgender, transsexual, FTM, MTF, non-op, pre-op, post-op, cross-dresser, bi-gendered, genderqueer, genderfluid, questioning ... Confidentiality guaranteed. FMI: Oshee: oshee@gdess.net <mailto:oshee@gdess.net>
(VT) Wednesdays in May; DROP-IN EVENINGS: 6-9pm; Menspace; 67 Main Street, 4th Floor. From 6 to 9pm on Wednesdays the Menspace will be open with no ‘planned event.’ Pop in to see who’s around, play a game of cards, listen to music, hang out and chat. Men’s Program Event. 802-254-4444
(EVERYWHERE) April 16; 2010 National Day of Silence; 12:00am - 11:55pm; Your school! The National Day of Silence brings attention to anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying and harassment in schools. Each year the event has grown, and now hundreds of thousands of students participate to encourage schools and classmates to address the problem of anti-LGBT behavior. Founded in 1996, the Day of Silence has become the largest single student-led action towards creating safer schools for all, regardless of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. FMI: www.DayofSilence.org
WESTERN MASSACHUSETTS:
ONGOING NEW: First Thursday of the Month; Franklin-Hampshire PFLAG (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. Starts at 7:00pm; the First Congregational Church, Main St. Ashfield, Mass. Helpline 413 625-6636, e-mail janenrosie48@yahoo.com
Feb. 6; Vagina Monologues; 7:00pm - 9:00pm; Northampton Center for the Arts. Tickets available at Broadside Books, Food for Thought Books and at www.cabotix.com
Feb. 6; Dance at the Montague Grange; Caller Brendan Taaffe with music by Shirley White and Linda Henry; 7-10pm; $7-$10 sliding scale, $5 with student ID. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma
Feb. 6; Fever in February; 9pm-1am; UMass Fine Arts Center Lobby. The UMass Stonewall Center is having our first dance of the semester. This LGBTQA event is definitely going to heat up the Fine Arts Center! FMI: stonewall@stuaf.umass.edu.
Feb. 10; WHERE’S LOVE 101?; Creating and Sustaining Healthy Relationships; 7- 9pm; UMass Campus Center 917. With refreshments and door prizes, this promises to be a lively, informative and fun evening!
Free, open to the public, and wheelchair accessible. Sponsored by the Women of Color Leadership Network, Everywoman’s Center, the Stonewall Center, Student Legal Services Office and the GSS Graduate Women’s Network. FMI: 545-1671 or Everywoman’s Center at 545-0883.
Feb. 10; Our first OPEN community meeting for New England Trans United Pride; 6- 8pm; 60 Masonic Street Northampton, MA 01060. Planning is underway for New England Trans United Pride March and Rally. We are seeking volunteers to lead or assist us in the following areas: Press, Publicity, Media Speakers, Entertainers, Stage, Sound, Vendors, Tabling, Venue Logistics, Fundraising, Security, After party planners, Social media and blogging, Water and tee shirt sales, venue area set up and clean up, stage hands, posting flyers in your region, recruiting contingents, organizing contingents at Lampron Park, outreach to minority communities, parade sign and placard making, accounting and budget management, contacting potential vendors, videography and photo documentation, etc. If you can give us a few hours or take on a lead role in any of these areas please contact us. FMI: newenglandtransunited@yahoo.com
Feb. 11; Stand with Haiti - Benefit concert for Partners in Health; 7-11pm; UMass Fine Arts Center Concert Hall. The UMass Marching Band (tent.) The Young at Heart Chorus, Tehillah (St. Johns Congregational Gospel Choir, Joe Velez Quintet, UMass Jazz Ensemble I, FlavaEvolution Jazz Quartet
And Special Guests. All proceeds to benefit Partners in Health. PIH has been working on the ground in Haiti for over 20 years. PIH works to bring modern medical care to poor communities in nine countries around the world. Sponsored by the UMass Fine Arts Center, Office of Student Affairs, The UMass Springfield Initiative, WFCR/WNNZ, WGBY, Daily Hampshire Gazette, the Valley Advocate, the UMass Haitian Student Association, UMass Department of Music and Dance.
Feb. 12; KING ME!; 10pm-1:45am; Bishop's Lounge, 41 Strong Ave., Northampton, MA 01060. King Me! King is BACK - and just in time to cure your ills during the worst time of the winter. King, if you're new at this, is a night of dancing for men who like to dance with other men. Of course it goes without saying, those who like dancing with the homos are welcome to attend. Door? $5. Think about it, that's pretty cheap for what you get. We proved last time if you bring good music and put out the call for fun people to gather, you'll get a good night out on the town. Since he thrilled folks so much last time, we're happy to welcome back DJ Drew G from New York.
Feb. 13; The V-Dance: For Women & Their Friends; 7:30-midnight; Union Station; 125 Pleasant St; Northampton, ma MA. $10; FMI: (413) 588-1512 or www.nohopridepromos.com.
Feb. 13; Quite Queer's "Heart On;” 8pm-1am; Jae's Spice Upstairs; 297 North St; Pittsfield, MA. Love if you will: Bring who you love, meet whom you might. High fashion: Dress to kill/bring peace on earth.
Live music: Jen Urban and the Box (NYC) will bring the ruckus. Dance party: DJ BP&J (Minneapolis) brings the brilliance. $5 cover for 21+, $8 for 18
Feb 13; Throbbing Hearts - Valentine's Day BLOW OUT; 8pm-2am; End Zone Bar - 186 Main Street - Indian Orchard, MA. FMI: 413-543-8400.
Feb. 13; F.A.S.T. MEETING; 7-9pm; Media Education Foundation Nothampton MA. A meeting for all pople who are trans or suport trans spouses and bring a friend. FMI: www.facebook.com/home.php?#/event.php?eid=258720393949
Feb. 15; The Wizard of Oz; 2-4pm; Academy of Music, Northampton, MA. This classic just celebrated its 70th, so we felt like it was a good time to bring it back, and this time with a twist(er): Come dressed like an Oz character and $1 will be donated to HampshireCountyCares.org. Dedicated to helping and meeting the immediate needs of disaster victims and the on-going needs of area non-profit agencies in Hampshire County, Massachusetts. FMI: www.hampshirecountycares.org/
Feb. 19; 2nd Annual Kiss “N” Tell Ball; a GLBTQa GLBTQa GLBTQ---friendly Valentine’s Day dancefriendly Valentine’s Day dancefriendly Valentine’s Day dance ages 21 and younger; 7:00-10:30pm; Greenfield Youth Center; 20 Sanderson St. Greenfield, MA. Admission is FREE! All genders and sexualities All genders and sexualities All genders and sexualities welcome! A drug, alcohol and harassment free event.
Food and fun provided! FMI: Contact Caroline at 413-475-1798 www.communityaction.us/youth
Feb. 20; Miss Trans New England Potluck/Open Mic Night; 5- 9pm; Media Education Foundation 60 Masonic St. Northampton, MA 01060. Please bring a dish. FMI: www.facebook.com/home.php#/event.php?eid=277628666738
Feb. 21; Afternoon Tea Dance; 3 -7 pm; Union Station; 125 Pleasant St; Northampton, ma MA. $8 & 5w/student ID; FMI: (413) 588-1512 or www.nohopridepromos.com
Feb. 26; 9:30 pm to Midnight; Grand Ballroom, Hotel Northampton; 36 King St., Northampton. Catered Food • Cash Bars • Dancing • Music by DJ Jodi Entertainment; $7.50 with film ticket stub - Save $4.50!
$12 Non-filmgoer. Buy advance tickets online when you buy your Topp Twin film tickets.
Feb. 27; Dance at the Montague Grange; Caller Lisa Sieverts with music by Brendan Taafe and friends; 7-10pm; $7-$10 sliding scale, $5 with student ID. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma
Feb. 27; 2-5pm; 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.
March 6; New England Small College Queer Summit; 10:00am - 10:00pm; Williams College. Free. A gathering for LGBTQ students to network and discuss the successes and challenges of being LGBTQ identified at small colleges in New England.
March 11; The Emily Dickinson Museum presents a benefit performance of William Luce’s critically praised play, The Belle of Amherst, with acclaimed actress Barbara Dana at 7:00 pm at the Kirby Memorial Theater at Amherst College. Reserved seating is available for $50 per ticket; general admission tickets are available for $25 for adults and $15 for students. FMI: info@emilydickinsonmuseum.org or call 413-542-5311. Tickets are also available for purchase at A.J. Hastings on South Pleasant Street in Amherst.
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
Feb. 4; PAPARAZZI THURSDAY PRESENTS THE LADY GAGA LOOK-A-LIKE CONTEST; 10pm-2am; The V Amendment; 90 Commercial St.; Worcester, MA. Come dressed in your best GaGa and win $$ and other prizes!! Contest will be hosted by ABBY CUMMINGS! Winner is by audience applause. DJ Susan Esthera spins the best in Top 40 - Electro Hop - Mash Ups - House - Party Jamz. 18+/$5 for 21+; $10 for 18-20.
Feb. 21; White Party for the 21st Century; 7pm-2am; Platinum Premier, 241 Southbridge St; Worcester, MA. Join us for another great Worcester Pride event. Come in your hottest white attire for the White Party for the 21st Century! 18+ event! Admission only $10. FMI: www.worcesterpride.com!!!
BOSTON:
Ongoing:
Machine Monday’s; Dirty Sexy Mondays;10pm - 2am; Join the DSM Divas and DJ Susan Esthera for Boston's hottest and funniest drag show. 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com <http://www.nightclubmachine.com>
Machine Tuesday’s; Queer Circus; 10pm-2 am; Join head ringleader Eileen Dover for a raucous night of Gay Twister, Horny Jeopardy and a dance-with-the-drag-queen contest where you can win $50 each and every Tuesday! 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com <http://www.nightclubmachine.com>
Machine Thursday’s @ 10:00 pm; Join host Adam Morris for Karaoke in the Video Lounge starting at 10pm, with the Pool Room opening at 8pm. 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com
Machine Fridays; Friday 10pm - 2am; Join us for Machine Fridays featuring resident DJ Darrin Friedman and you'll understand why It's recognized as the best night in Boston! 1254 Boylston St., Boston MA; FMI: www.nightclubmachine.com
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.
Monthly “Back 2 Basics Tea Dances” for the GLBT community; at the Verve Lounge; Second Sunday of the month. The next dance on December 13. The Back 2 Basics monthly Tea Dances have been sell-out events in Roslindale for the past six months. FMI: rickward51@comcast.net
Milky Way at The Brewery, 284 Amory Street, Jamaica Plain near the Stonybrook T stop, $6, 21+ www.dykenight.com
Feb. 21; Afternoon Tea Dance; 3 -7 pm; Union Station; 125 Pleasant St; Northampton, ma MA. $8 & 5w/student ID; FMI: (413) 588-1512 or www.nohopridepromos.com
Feb. 26; 9:30 pm to Midnight; Grand Ballroom, Hotel Northampton; 36 King St., Northampton. Catered Food • Cash Bars • Dancing • Music by DJ Jodi Entertainment; $7.50 with film ticket stub - Save $4.50!
$12 Non-filmgoer. Buy advance tickets online when you buy your Topp Twin film tickets.
Feb. 26; Carol O'Shaughnessy & Steve Heck; Club Cafe Bistro & Video Bar; 209 Columbus Avenue in the Back Bay; 8-11pm; No cover charge. For all Tuesday; Thurs., Fri. & Sat. schedules, please call Club Cafe at 617.536.0966 or visit: www.clubcafe.com
Feb. 27; Dance at the Montague Grange; Caller Lisa Sieverts with music by Brendan Taafe and friends; 7-10pm; $7-$10 sliding scale, $5 with student ID. FMI: www.lcfd.org/westma <http://www.lcfd.org/westma>
Feb. 27; 2-5pm; 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.
March 5; Comedian Kathleen Madigan, known for her appearance on "Last Comic Standing", performs at the historic Wilbur Theatre!; 7:30pm; Comedy Connection Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. FMI: 617-248-9700.
March 6; Chris Harris & Rafael Sanchez Present EPIC Saturday’s at the House of Blues - New England’s BIGGEST gay dance party! 10pm; EPIC Saturday’s features the best in global house DJs and performers every Saturday night! This Saturday will feature DJ Rich Ladue spinning the best in house music plus special guests Mizery & Company performing live! FREE BEFORE 11 PM! 21+; 15 Lansdowne Street; FMI: www.chrisharrispresents.com/epic or email: jc@gaymafiaboston.com
March 7; GLAD's Winter Tea Dance, It's Time to Shake Things Up!; 3-6pm; Westin Copley Place, Boston. 10 Huntington Avenue, Boston, MA. Join Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders for an afternoon dance with new fans as well as long-time supporters. Shake off those winter blues and get connected with GLAD! Don't miss DJ Mocha spinning DANCE HITS, a chill JAZZ LOUNGE, RAFFLE prizes, and an exciting LIVE AUCTION. Cash bar - Hors d'oeuvres. TICKETS are $50, students $25 - SPONSORSHIPS from $150. FMI: www.glad.org/events or call 617-426-1350
March 9; Wicked Smart interview with Chief Justice Margaret Marshall of the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court conducted by Janis Pryor for WUMB-FM's Commonwealth Journal; 6pm; Brattle Theatre, 40 Brattle Street, Harvard Square; $8; FMI or for tickets: 617-547-6789 x1; www.ccae.org
March 12; John Valby "Dr. Dirty;" 10pm; Comedy Connection Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. Show is 18+ over. FMI: 617-248-9700.
March 13; Will’s Wheels Concert; 7pm; The concert is organized by Will Martell, an 18 year old senior at Nauset who lives in Brewster. Funds raised from the concert will benefit Martell’s participation in the 545 mile AIDS/LifeCycle bicycle ride from San Francisco to Los Angeles in June. Tickets are $10 for adults and $5 for students and available at the door on a first come first serve basis. FMI: Will Martell at info@willswheels.org. To donate, please go to www.willswheels.org.
March 20; DJ Kidd Modonney (Miami) spins EPIC Saturday’s @ The House of Blues!; 10pm; 15 Lansdowne Street, Boston, MA. FREE BEFORE 11 PM! 21+; 15 Lansdowne Street; FMI: www.chrisharrispresents.com/epic or email: jc@gaymafiaboston.com
March 26; Gilbert Gottfried; 1am; Comedy Connection; Wilbur Theatre, 246 Tremont Street, Boston, Massachusetts. FMI: 617-248-9700.
April 8; 30 Years of Queer Youth Movement: A BAGLY Anniversary Event; 6-9pm; Artists for Humanity EpiCenter; 100 West 2nd Street, Boston, MA. BAGLY will celebrate 30 years - 3 generations - 30,000 youth served in a community celebration to be held at Artists for Humanity in South Boston. A very unique silent auction, celebrity guest hosts, food and beverages and a few surprises are already being planned - and there is free parking. Tickets are only $100 each and can be reserved now at www.bagly.org/donate (be sure to refer to the 30th Anniversary when purchasing online). If you’re interested in Sponsorship please contact Aaron Chandler at achandler@bagly.org or 617-227-4313 x21.
April 15; Lawyers For Transgender Rights 2010; 5:30pm - 8:30pm; Club Café; 209 Columbus Ave
Boston, MA. Join us for a cocktail party and support a worthy cause at the same time. Lawyers for Transgender Rights will bring together lawyers, law students, law firms, legal organizations, bar associations, and law schools to network and to support the Massachusetts Transgender Political Coalition's important work on behalf of the transgender community. Lawyers for Transgender Rights ticket prices: Attorney: $65; Non-profit/gov't/small firm: $35; Law student: $15. To buy tickets, and for details on sponsorships, please visit: www.masstpc.org/events/lawyersfor.shtml
June 19; Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition; Registration starts at 7am; Against the Tide is Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition's statewide swim, walk, kayak, run event to raise money for breast cancer prevention. FMI: www.mbcc.org/swim or call 617-376-6222
Aug. 21; Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition; Against the Tide is Massachusetts Breast Cancer Coalition's statewide swim, walk, kayak, run event to raise money for breast cancer prevention. FMI: www.mbcc.org/swim or 617-376-6222.
P-Town:
Attention: FREE PARKING IN MUNICIPAL LOTS FROM NOVEMBER 1ST TO MARCH 30TH!
ONGOING:
KARAOKE in the Little Bar at the A-HOUSE; The Atlantic House Karaoke in the Little Bar at the A-House every Tues.& Thurs. Thursday nights are hosted by Thirsty Burlington.
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
March 2; The Atlantic House Karaoke in the Little Bar at the A-House; 10pm-1am; FMI: www.ahouse.com
March 3; Team Trivia Night @ Art House; 7-9pm; 214 Commercial Street. Every week the Art House hosts Team Trivia Night on Wednesday, starting at 7 PM. Come join the fun. Food and bar specials. Best pizza in town! Form a team or join one of our existing teams. FMI: http://ptownarthouse.com
March 4, 11 & 18; Nintendo Wii Bowling @ Art House; 7-9pm; 214 Commercial Street. Join our weekly Nintendo Wii Bowling Tournament. We've got three "lanes" open every Thursday evening at 7 PM. Bring your friends and form a team or join one of our existing teams. We have food and bar specials! Best pizza in town!
FMI: http://ptownarthouse.com
March 5 & 6; The Vault @ The Crown & Anchor; 9pm-1am; 247 Commercial St. What a leather bar should be! Provincetown's favorite hang out for the leather, uniform & bear crowd. Drink specials all winter long!
FMI: www.onlyatthecrown.com
March 6, 7 & 9; Cocktails at the Porchside Lounge Bar; Gifford House Inn; 5pm-1am; A Provincetown Tradition. Open Daily Year Round at 5:00pm. NEVER A COVER CHARGE. FMI: www.giffordhouse.com
March 12; Kendall performs in The Cabaret Room at The Crown & Anchor; 9pm; 247 Commercial St.
Singer, songwriter, performer Kendall performs for one night only. Presented by The Provincetown Bears as part of "Out of Hibernation 2010" NO COVER. FMI: www.onlyatthecrown.com
March 13; The Butch & Bruiser's Boots & Boxers Party; 9pm-1am; The Paramount at The Crown & Anchor.
Presented by the NorthEast Ursamen, the main event for "Out of Hibernation 2010" with DJ Chris Racine. $10 Cover with a portion of the proceeds to benefit SKIP, Soup Kitchen In Provincetown. FMI: www.onlyatthecrown.com
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
March 5; Live Bait: True Stories From Real People; 10pm; Perishable Theatre, Providence; 95 Empire Street, Providence. All seats $5. Things don’t always turn out the way we would like. There are things we might have done differently, things we should have said, things we shouldn’t have said. But what if you had a second chance? A do-over? What would you do differently? Or maybe you did have a second chance. What did you do? Did it work? You want to talk about it?
March 16; 101 Dalmatians; Providence Performing Arts Center; Based on the 1956 classic story written by Dodie Smith. THE 101 DALMATIANS MUSICAL features an impressive cast made-up of Broadway veterans and newcomers that will bring to life this one-of-a-kind musical adventure for the entire family.
Tickets on sale now at the PPAC Box Office, located at 220 Weybosset St. in downtown Providence. FMI: www.ppacri.org or by phone at (401) 421-ARTS (2787).
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
Feb. 27; Polo 15 Year Anniversary & Farewell Diabolique; 9pm-2am; Polo Club; 678 Maple Ave; Hartford, CT. Also our very own Diabolique is leaving and we are saying Bon Voyage! Come tip this diva (this way she'll have money to visit us) and wish her well.
March 6; Marita in Wonderland; 9pm-2am; Through the Looking Glass (Polo Club), Hartford, CT. Polo Club and Marita Bonita present: Alice in Wonderland; A Movie Release Party & A Benefit For St. Philip House. Tim Burton's "Alice In Wonderland" is finally coming to the theatres Friday March 5. Since it is one of Marita's favorite stories, we are creating a special night. Movie inspired outfits and decorations, contests and also in conjunction a benefit for the St Philip House's Mad Hatter Auction Gala. Hosted by Marita Bonita. 3 Shows : 11, 12, & 1am; Contests for Best Hat and Costume; Movie tickets & CD Sountrack prizes; Also all night we will be taking donation of $5 (or more) and in exchange for Raffle tickets to win 2 seats at the St Philip ‘s Mad Hatter Auction (over a $200 value!!!)
March 7; Women’s Health Screening Day - March 7; at the Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective; FMI: 860-278-4163.
April 10; @ The Hartford Club & includes dinner, dancing and a silent and live auction. The auction and proceeds help raise money for St. Philip House. Past events have included celebrity and local celebrity auctioneers (also a performance or two by Marita Bonita and Morganna). FMI: www.stphiliphouse.org/
Nov. 14; One Big Event; Hartford Gay & Lesbian Health Collective; FMI: 860-278-4163.
VERMONT:
Feb. 24; CONNECTING GROUP: 7pm at the Menspace; 67 Main Street, 4th Floor, Brattleboro. This is a general Connecting Group, focusing on how we meet and make connections with other men, and how to
keep the process healthy and satisfying. RSVP required as space is limited. FMI: Howie (802-254-4444 or men@sover.net) to reserve a spot. Men’s Program Event.
Feb. 24; 7pm; the Menspace; RSVP required, as we limit the size of the group to allow for full participation by attendees. Contact Howie at men@sover.net. Let's talk about sex ... and not just about sex, but also about how we go about meeting guys we might want to get to know and/or have sex with, whether as friends, hook-ups, dates, possible partners, maybe even husbands Where do we meet new guys around here? How do we get a guy we're interested in to pay attention to us, to want to get to know us? If we make a connection that seems to hold promise for great sex, how do we go about getting there? Is it all about unspoken cues or do we talk about what we want? If we do end up with this wonderful, sensuous, intimate sexual connection, how do we manage to keep our risk for HIV and other STD's low? And what makes us feel that the sex we had was really satisfying?
Feb. 25; RETOOL YOUR ONLINE PRESENCE: Hosted by Wayne and Dave; 7pm at the Menspace. Join a
hilarious and informative evening at the Menspace on how to fix up your online profile. Does your profile project what you're looking for? Are you on the correct site for what you're looking for? Practical tools reviewed including uploading pictures. FMI: 802-254-4444 or men@sover.net
Feb. 26; GAYME NIGHT: 7pm at Howie’s; Come on over and join the fun! Bring a snack or beverage
if you’d like. For directions: men@sover.net or call 802-254-4444. Men’s Program Event.
LOOKING AHEAD:
June 18; JUNE PRIDE DANCE - Stay tuned for more information.
June 18 & 19; CINESLAM; Stay tuned for more information.
Other Adjacent Areas:
March 3; Open House Social; 7:00-9pm; Unitarian Universalist Church of Nashua; 58 Lowell St, Nashua, NH. Please join us for our kick-off open house! This is new group for gay/bi men to come together and meet and socialize in a fun, safe, supportive environment. This group for all gay/bi/? men of all ages living or working in the Nashua area! We'll have pizza and refreshments and information about the new group and how you can get involved. We'll meet regularly and have a schedule of events, and you can network, find new friends, and possibly new romances! This is an offline, real-life way for men to come together in Nashua.
