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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Celebrating Super Madonna expresses Bowl XLVI on herself Capitol Hill

by Shaun Knittel SGN Associate Editor

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Gay icon relates herself to “strong women” in new film, talks being an outsider and the latest era of her career

by Chris Azzopardi SGN Contributing Writer With all of Madonna’s metamorphoses throughout her balls-out career, slipping in and out of cultural zeitgeists (and accents), the queen chameleon is still the master of reinvention. Just don’t tell her that.

“Please don’t throw those tired old clichés at me,” Madonna playfully insists, nodding her head at me in half-kidding agitation. (Hey, at least it wasn’t hydrangeas.)

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Super Bowl XLVI is just days away, and the excitement surrounding the big game and Madonna’s highly anticipated halftime performance is at a fevered pitch. Beer, jocks, and Madonna – what’s not to love?

There’s been so much speculation about Madge’s halftime performance you’d almost forget there was a game to watch. But seriously, Seattle Gay News is well aware of our sports-loving fans, so we don’t dare leave out important information about the actual game (we’ll get to Madonna later!).

Super Bowl XLVI could easily be called the “Super Rematch.”

Four years ago in Glendale, Arizona, the New York Giants shocked the New England Patriots in what many rank as the greatest Super Bowl of all time.

Come Sunday, the same two teams will be at it again.

“The venue has changed, as has the cast of characters, but

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Terri White: Fujiya & Miyagi Why the lady’s heat things up got to sing at Neumos Terri White is the true definition of the American success story.

Her life has come full circle, from Broadway performer and queen of cabaret to living homeless in Central Park, and now back again in one of the most acclaimed revivals on Broadway. She’s appeared on stage with Jim Dale and Glenn Close in the musical Barnum, and has been on video with Liza Minnelli (“Stepping Out at Radio City”) and Rue McClanahan in the musical Nunsense and its subsequent sequels. She has sung the parody “Screamgirls” for the 20th-anniversary recording of the Forbidden Broadway series, and has her own solo CD entitled The Lady’s Got to Sing. Fresh from her triumphant role in the acclaimed revival of Stephen Sondheim’s Follies, this incredible woman spoke with Seattle Gay News as she prepared for the revival’s opening in Los Angeles.

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by Albert Rodriguez SGN A&E Writer

The electro-pop outfit from Brighton, England, filled just two-thirds of the space at Neumos, yet the additional wiggle Fujiya & Miyagi room was necessary for those January 27 who came to dance. Opening Neumos At about the same price as a with “Cat Got Your Tongue” movie ticket, the Fujiya & Mi- and “Minestrone” – both from yagi show last weekend proved the quartet’s newest album, to be a great entertainment option for a frosty January night. see Fujiya page 33

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by Sara Michelle Fetters SGN Contributing Writer A Separation Opening February 3 A Separation is a puzzle. It is an interpersonal mystery of heartbreak, love, family, commitment, truth, lies, faith, and responsibility, each overlapping in a way that is dexterous, multifaceted, and, most of all, real. The movie is an honest examination of a marriage, of life itself, in flux, showcasing a foreign world that ends up being as intimate and as close to home as the one in which many of us are currently living each and every day.

The movie begins with Simin (Leila Hatami) and her estranged husband Nader (Peyman Moadi) sitting in front of an Iranian judge, discussing a potential divorce.

She wants him to accompany her out of the country, and even if he refuses to go she wants to take their daughter Termeh (Sarina Farhadi) with her. But he wants to stay, as he needs to take care of his Alzheimer’safflicted father (Ali-Asghar Shahbazi), and Termeh refuses to leave with Simin if Nader doesn’t come along, the young girl eager to do whatever she can to keep her family together.

Things fracture in a multitude of ways from there. Simin cannot leave without her daughter, but she cannot remain with Nader so she moves in with her parents. Nader cannot take care of his father on his own, so he hires the pregnant Razieh (Sareh Bayat) to supervise him during the day while he is at work. Razieh struggles with the task, both her condition and her religious beliefs making the job far too difficult to continue.

Nader agrees to hire Razieh’s husband Hodjat (Shahab Hosseini) to take her place, but when he’s put in jail for failure to pay his debts the wife must clandestinely continue her nursing duties until he is released and can take over.

When everything falls apart – and it does, monumentally – all of the human elements at work in A Separation begin to collide in a way that’s beyond fascinating. Mistakes are made, lies are told, and truths are revealed.

Reality bends and bleeds with relationships being put to the ultimate test. The mysteries at the heart of this drama are so personal, so visceral, so unshakably genuine, that mulling over all of their innate intricacies could almost drive a person mad.

What is so astonishing about writer/director Asghar Farhadi’s feature is how universal it is. Simin and Nader’s breakup could be just about anyone’s of any nationality in any corner of the planet. I’ve met these people.

I’ve shaken their hands and had long conversations about the weather or the current state of the Seattle Mariners with them. I’ve babysat their kids and bought them Christmas and birthday presents.

But that’s the point, though, isn’t it? While the viewer is given heretofore unseen insights into the judicial machinations of Iran, while the setting and the political dynamics might seem alien, and while the cultural male/female aesthetics aren’t always easy to grasp, the central storylines are gut-wrenchingly familiar. It’s easy to imagine just anyone in many of these situations, to believe that just about any of us could feel ourselves pushed into a similar corner where we might tell the same sort of lies. These people are us and we, in turn, are them, and while their

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stories aren’t exactly wine and roses, the rocky canyons they’re traversing are hardly unfamiliar, making the eventual outcomes all the more astonishing when the central threads finally begin to tie themselves together as one.

I’m leaving a lot unsaid, not revealing what takes place between Nader and Razieh and how their arguments end up affecting those they love. The reason for this is simple enough, as I don’t want to ruin the surprises.

All of these characters overlap and mingle with one another, their issues and problems cycling into the ones being dealt with by the others and vice-versa. Everyone has demons they are facing, have higher powers – whether religious or just the woman they still desperately love – to deal with, and

how they look them in the eye and figure out what to do next is part of the tragic joy this picture revels in.

I’m not going to tell you A Separation is a happy movie, not going to try and convince anyone that Farhadi’s familial opus makes you leave the theater with a smile on your face or a spring in your step. But it is an exercise in cathartic brilliance, and even if the enigmas facing Simin and Nader are not completely resolved, the astonishment I felt witnessing their travails was something beyond extraordinary. Put simply, this picture is one of the great achievements of this or any other year, and in my personal opinion it is the best film I saw (at an advance screening) in all of 2011.

by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer

A Short-Term Solution to a Long-Term Problem Richard Hugo House Through February 4 Laughter is a proven remedy for pain, and other health conditions. In particular, belly laughs promote cleansing breathing and a lightening of the mood, as well as distraction and endorphin support. What people find funny, though, is completely unique to each. David Schmader reports how important humor has been to his life in his new biographical show, A Short-Term Solution to a Long-Term Problem, now at Hugo House.

Schmader describes how humor and geeky movies by people like David Lynch got him through some enormous difficulties growing up in Texas, being teased for not liking sports and liking theater, being called “Gay” at an age when he hadn’t even figured that out yet. He also describes how, after his HIV-positive diagnosis a decade ago of being HIV-positive, humor was so important that the search for immersion in it was more important than connections to friends and family.

Each of Schmader’s solo shows has been an exploration into aspects of his life. He confesses, here, though that this exploration was the hardest so far, because he had to recognize and acknowledge his inner demons, a chorus of haters who made fun of him for knowing better about how to avoid HIV and getting sick anyway. It would make anyone want to drown them out!

This trip is interwoven with examples – horridly funny examples – of what Schmader describes as “found humor”: videos where the subject is not supposed to be funny, which makes it funnier than some planned humor. Luckily, we get to see those examples on video to get a taste of what he means. He starts us off with the video “Beyoncé Clown” (www.youtube.com/ watch?v=ePNWCniwgfo), which has been watched over 7 million times on YouTube.

Schmader says millions of those hits were his own.

If you’ve never seen “Beyoncé Clown,” it’s a fascinating moment where a woman and her almost unseen friend videotape themselves doing some of Beyoncé’s “All the Single Ladies” choreography, but she puts on a clown mask first, and ends up hitting her head. It’s awful, it’s funny, and it’s awfully funny.

Anyway, it’s part of the journey, along with a sweet introduction to his husband, Jake, whom he met just prior to getting the diagnosis, after which Jake had the chance to run away and didn’t. Fortunately, Jake apparently has a very similar sense of humor, making their bond unshakeable.

Schmader’s show is a compact 90 minutes, and he’s developed a keen sense of theatricalizing his autobiography with the help of keen-eyed director Matthew Richter, who made sure that Schmader stayed away from soppy sorrow and kept the pacing brisk and bracing. There are lessons to be learned, and sadnesses to be mined, but Schmader keeps us all laughing at most of it, while the audience helps him realize that he’s able to leave it all behind him.

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by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer White Hot West of Lenin Through February 11 A white-hot production is being presented in the new theater space in Fremont, West of Lenin. The play, White Hot, by up-andcoming Tommy Smith, combines a heady mix of intellect and emotion and features two strong female leads. Kimberley Sustad and Hannah Victoria Franklin easily manage the intense roles, full of danger and sexual tensions.

Reducing the plot to written description makes it sound far more predictable than the actual performance. Two sisters struggle with their lives: Sis (Franklin) is single and uses sex like alcohol. It’s a drug that leaves the minute it’s finished. No worries, no regrets. Lil (Sustad) has a husband and is newly pregnant, and longs to be a little more dangerous, a little more like her sister.

Bri, originally meant to be Tommy Smith in this production, but suddenly substituting director Braden Abraham in the showmust-go-on tradition, is an uptight and controlling husband. Lil becomes a diffident and accommodating person around him, constantly being accused by Bri of thoughts and attitudes that are clear projections of his own fears and guilts.

This trio dances uneasily around each other as the pregnancy develops. Sis has told Lil about one of her fuck-buddies, and Lil wants his phone number. The number plays a role in the play, but it’s not exactly

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clear that Lil has called and gotten in touch with that exact male person. However, a male (Ray Tagavilla) shows up one day and proceeds to do what Lil requests: he beats her. It’s deliberate, interesting, dangerous, and confusing.

Those four adjectives sum up the play and its atmosphere. Not everything is clear, nor does it have to be. Some of the conversation is brilliant and some of it may have felt good to write at the time but no longer serves much of a purpose. There are two main choices that the characters make that may not fit what their characters would do: one has Bri interacting with his sister-in-law sexually, and the other is what Lil does to end the play. If those actions fit the characters, it might be that a little more of that information needs to be given to the audience.

Still, it’s absorbing and the lead women are outstanding. The men give great support, but it’s clearly the women’s play. The most important staging is the intensity of the lighting by Jessica Trundy. Mood and light are all important in this play. Director Abraham clearly had a good handle on the pacing when he was just directing. Having to leap into acting after many years off stage was a mountain he climbed pretty well, considering. He holds up his end of that bargain, too.

Definitely find your way over to Fremont and the new West of Lenin. They have big White Hot plans for lots of stuff to be presented there, so it’s a space you may come to know well.

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All Through the Night ArtsWest Through February 12 Once upon a time, there was a man on a hill and he had goons who suddenly took over the whole town. That’s roughly the description given at the start of an ambitious play All Through the Night by Shirley Lauro, now playing at ArtsWest. The awardwinning play is not an easy one to stage and encompasses a lot of territory often neglected on the topic of the Holocaust. Since the Holocaust is such a huge subject, Lauro’s treatment is to bring it down to a few key characters to show how it affected several women over time.

Even after boiling it down to a handful of people, it still paints in hugely broad strokes, as it covers a lot of years of time, and in some respects that distances the audience from knowing enough about the subjects to connect with and care about them very deeply.

The basic structure follows a history of five women in Germany, none of them Jewish. Overlaid on that story is supposed to be a Brechtian lack of separation between the audience and the players, and short scenes darting from one life to another. A peasant woman narrator played by the wonderful Cindy Bradder, holds the entire story together from the outside. Bradder is allowed to have great good humor and helps us smile through the presentation. Her character repeats, “you betcha, you betcha” as a little

good-luck phrase. She has had to quit school to take care of the bakery and her younger siblings when her mother takes ill, so she’s just a little outside of the pressure for a while.

Three others begin as students together in a school as the headmistress is replaced by a Nazi sympathizer (Colleen Carey) and indoctrination begins. One student is the star pupil who shines the teacher’s apple and quickly rises through the Nazi ranks (Jillian Vashro). One is a rich girl who doesn’t want to follow school rules and pays the price for her disloyalty (Erin Stewart). One is a regular girl with dreams of helping others by being a doctor (Kate Witt), but finds even being normal to be difficult.

Horrors are displayed and a good intent toward showing how hard it was for everyday Germans (as well as the disabled, the Gypsy, and the Jew). An example: Witt’s slightly abnormal child (a possible club foot) is taken to a Nazi hospital and determined to be one of the “useless,” no matter how hard his mother fights to get him back.

It covers how neighbors were encouraged to spy on each other, so no one was safe during the regime.

The biggest problem with the production is the German accents. They may be necessary, or even required by the script, but they make the quickly delivered dialogue hard to understand. You might think you would get used to it as the play continues, but somehow, that doesn’t happen.

Each of these five women does a great job with her role, but perhaps there are some mistakes in either the directing by Chris

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Zinovitch or the script. For no clear reason, sometimes they stop using a German accent and start talking in an American one. For no clear reason, during one of the occasional songs, the music stops as Stewart sings. It may be part of that Brechtian disassociation with “regular stage techniques,” but it adds more confusion.

The topic and the history are important, and while there are drawbacks, you still might want to see the production and even bring younger family members who have

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less understanding of the Holocaust. It seems like it could be an evening directed at those who were not born during that time, for whom it’s hard to grasp just how bad things got. Since the violence is muted and distance is created, it’s not as difficult a play to attend on that subject as one that might wrench your heart in despair.

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Why Jazz Alley remains one of the top music venues in the USA Peter White February 2-5

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by Milton W. Hamlin SGN A&E Writer New Year’s resolutions for 2012 are fading into the past. As February moves onto the calendar, weight loss, smoking reduction, exercise programs, and diets all are abandoned or drastically modified. This writer is proud that one New Year’s resolution has been successfully completed: a purposeful return to Seattle’s Jazz Alley – one of the finest music venues in the U.S. Like many wonderful things about the Emerald City, locals tend to take Jazz Alley for granted. It seems, to many, to have always been there – in several locations before its long stay in the north downtown area, just a block north of the twin towers of the Westin Hotel.

Its high standards – in music, in format, in dining – are taken for granted. Truth be told, Jazz Alley towers far above many other West Coast jazz clubs, and many of New York’s famous music clubs are basically damp basements compared to the Alley.

This writer realized late last year that it had been far too long since he had visited Jazz Alley. It was time to get his rear in gear and return to the scene of so many wonderful musical memories. The return was actually a New Year’s resolution. Thus far, every visit has been a memorable experience, and each visit has reminded this scribe of the wonderful, constantly changing quality of Jazz Alley.

The Alley turns into a different experience depending on the night and that week’s musical group. One night, it may be a funky New Orleans jazz spot on Bourbon Street.

A few nights later, it turns into a sleek New York supper club, circa 1955. Later, The Alley is a 1930s hotspot of gypsy jazz in an art deco Paris. Another trip down the famous

stairway finds the visitor in a sophisticated cabaret. A rockin’ contemporary jazz headliner, a soft rock group – Jazz Alley is all things to all music lovers.

Indulge, dear reader, on a quick recap of recent visits and headliners.

The Django Reinhardt All Stars stopped at Jazz Alley on a winter U.S. tour. A European-based group, a tribute to the wonderful gypsy jazz music of the legendary Reinhardt who, together with Stephane Grappelli, made Paris’ Le Hot Club the center of jazz in the 1930s.

The group – including one musician who had never been to the U.S. – played at the Django Reinhardt Festival at Lincoln Center in New York, flew to Seattle the next day, went to the Bay Area and then to Los Angeles, and then back to Europe. Talk about a unique treat – from Paris, via New York, to Seattle.

Dorado Schmitt actually played with Grappelli late in his career. Now the leader of the tribute All Stars, he played beautifully, his group saluting jazz classics like “Honeysuckle Rose” and “Caravan.” One of the highlights was his original composition, “Melissa,” a lilting waltz he composed for his daughter.

A few nights later, it was back to Jazz Alley for Jane Monheit and her New York Trio. What had been a French bistro a few nights earlier turned into an intimate, sophisticated New York cabaret for Monheit, touring in support of her new CD, Home.

After a long list of classics from the Great American Songbook, the trio played the first few bars of one of the most famous songs ever written. Dressed in a sleek black sheath with simple bands of ink-black beads and sequins at the wrists and hem, Monheit broke into an infectious laugh as the crowd applauded as she sang the first words of the

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rarely sung verse.

“I just love it when you all know the verse – it always happens in cabarets, rarely in jazz clubs.” It was a knowing audience that welcomed “Stardust” to stage center. Her program also included “That Old Devil Moon,” “Look For the Silver Lining,” and “Every Time We Say Goodbye” (“To make my grandparents proud,” she smiled).

“When There’s a Shine On Your Shoes,” “There’s a Small Hotel,” and “I Wish You Love” all delighted the capacity crowd.

Sophie Milman’s welcome return to the Alley was next on the schedule. The upand-coming vocalist stayed in the cabaret mode but turned the Alley into more of a welcoming mid-1950s supper club. It’s been two years since the Vancouver native visited the Alley, and her star continues to rise.

She was touring behind her new CD, In the Moonlight.

“Speak Low,” “Let Me Love You,” Cole Porter’s “I Concentrate on You,” “Watch What Happens,” “’Til There Was You” (“My father’s favorite,” she said), a sultry “Do It Again,” “I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, Baby,” “Day In, Day Out,” plus tunes in French and her native Russian all showcased the lovely young talent. Dressed elegantly in a simple black dress with stylish beading at the scoop neck, stylishly setting off her smart blonde wedge hairstyle, Milman was a welcome return visitor. Watch for another return in the coming year.

Seattle’s Sara Gazarek, a graduate of Roosevelt High 11 years ago, returned next.

Surrounded by various vocal Seattle friends and a wonderful set of Emerald City musicians, Garazek charmed a capacity crowd of family, friends, and jazz fanatics with a varied program of standards and off-beat outings. An upbeat “Down With Love” opened the show on a strong note and the evening just continued to build. “More” (with a charming Roosevelt anecdote), a Sophie Tucker tribute with “Some of These Days,” Ellington’s wistful “I’ve Got It Bad (And That Ain’t Good),” “Blossom & Bee” (dedicated to her husband), “And So it Goes” (the first song she sang as a freshman at Roosevelt), “So This Is Love,” a charmingly old-fashioned “You Are My Sunshine” (“A song my mother always sang to me,” she said) and other standards cheered the crowd.

When Gazarek finally ended a generously long show with “I Love Being Here With You,” no one in the delighted crowd doubted one word of the lyrics.

The return saga ends with Seattle’s own Pearl Django’s week-long stay at the Alley early in the new year. Scotland’s Martin Taylor was a special guest – a well-known guitarist in his own right. Started as a local tribute band honoring Django Reinhardt, Pearl Django is now internationally known and plays all over the U.S. and much of Europe. (The group’s name is a tongue-incheek combination of Pearl Jam and Django Reinhardt.)

Again, the Alley reverted to Le Hot Spot in Paris as Pearl Django and Taylor took center stage. “Under Paris Skies,” “Madame Haricot,” “Sweet Lorraine,” and “Jive at Five,” gave everyone a turn in the spotlight. Charlie Chaplin’s “Smile” started in a traditional, meditative manner and then burst into an energetic, upbeat anthem – a real highlight of the opening-night set. Taylor got to solo on a haunting “Mona Lisa.”

A Latin turn with “Besame Mucho” and a swinging Fats Wallter tribute with “Honeysuckle Rose” ended the terrific evening.

Check the Alley’s website (www.jazzalley.com) for upcoming headliners. Contemporary jazz guitarist Peter White continues through Sunday, with Tower of Power arriving for a February 9-12 stay, turning the Alley into a horn-driven funk club. Pete Escovedo’s Latin Jazz Orchestra performs another transformation at the Alley February 23-26. Each week, sometimes each night, Jazz Alley is all new again. Check it out.

Reservations at the website or at (206) 441-9729. Tell ‘em SGN sent ya.

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Lisa Koch’s fabulous birthday bash

by Mercy Moosemuzzle SGN Contributing Writer Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead Mercy and her friend Reality saw a preview of the new play at Seattle Public Theater, Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead. It is a historic performance because the title roles are being played by women.

Shana Bestock’s directing and the acting by Angela DiMarco and Alyssa Keene created, as Reality said, superb comic timing. He also liked how contemporary the set was. It looked like a real alley. Reality also liked the use of multiple levels.

You can get tickets at seattlepublictheater. org.

Sweet Lesbian cruises get involved protecting turtle eggs. Suzanne said she thought the turtles had the right idea. If she was going to have kids, she would lay her eggs in sand. Only the fittest would survive.

Cuteness’ favorite part was about the fact that sex in showers is difficult for Lesbians. Westenhoefer’s girlfriend, a basketball player, is so tall she can cradle Suzanne like a baby and have a hand free to make love to her.

Big Gig Reality joined Mercy for the Big Gig at the Triple Door, January 28. Mercy was impressed the waitress had remembered the fact she needed extra candles to write, and her order from the night before.

Oghale Agbro had a lush voice singing “All Night Long.” Billy Brandt did an outthere rendition of “Mon Amor Est Partie.”

Jessie Sawyer did lithe tap dance and Jana Kincl interesting interpretive dance with the song.

Ernest Pumphrey, Jr.’s voice was strong in “Purple Rain.” Josephine Howell’s was powerful in “Don’t You Worry About a Thing.” Reality said, “That show was a nice surprise.”

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Lisa Koch’s Birthday Bash Reality also joined Mercy for Lisa Koch’s Birthday Bash at the Triple Door, January 29. The full house was enthusiastic.

Suzanne Westenhoefer The evening started with Lisa and her Cuteness joined Mercy for Suzanne Westenhoefer at the Triple Door January 27. brother David as the Carpenters. Reality Mercy’s favorite joke was about how the said, “They do that very well.” Ken Boynton

came on as Elvis singing songs dedicated to the characters Lisa plays.

A sweet rendition of “Right This Time” featured Mel Watson on vocals, Jen Todd on guitar, Julie Wolfe on accordion, Kate Wolfe on vocals, Lisa Koch on guitar, and David Koch on percussion.

Eric Lee Barnes sang some very funny satires. David and Lisa were delicious on old songs “If” and “That Cat Is High.”

Jenny McNulty made a joke about our straight allies: “If they had a parade, we would come. It would have to be in black and white, because we have all the rainbow colors.”

Peggy Platt came out and joined Lisa as the Spudds, singing “We’re Out in Renton.”

Roxanna Ward sang “Fire,” substituting “Juliet and Juliet” for “Romeo and Juliet.” She and Lisa did a luscious duet, “For Good.”

Everyone came out and sang “Chain of

from being in a Broadway show?

White: I really like being personal with the audiences. It’s also a chance to do your own music, doing what you want and expressing how you feel – all the emotions. In Barnum, for example, I’m playing one character and doing one thing. It’s about someone else’s career. [The song] “Necessity” is a great tune, but the character [in Finian’s Rainbow] does only that one song. I like to do comedy and ballads and tell stories like Mable Mercer. In cabaret you have the freedom to do that.

Andrews-Katz: How does a woman go from being on Broadway and the queen of cabaret clubs to living homeless in Central Park?

White: For over 20 years, even though I worked on Broadway, I was working in piano bars. In 2007, I was working at Rose’s Turn, and had been there for over 14 years.

Then the bar closed. I tried to get jobs at other piano bars and never got a call. I couldn’t get a job or a show – nothing was happening. I had just broken up in a 14-year relationship, and my world just crashed.

Andrews-Katz: How did being homeless change your perspective on life?

White: There is a book called The Secret [by Rhonda Byrne]. I had worked on a show one day and got turned on to the book. Because of it, I was able to find myself again and start believing in myself. I had lost myself in different shows, or in the bar, and I needed to find myself again. It was a matter of rethinking my life. Instead of thinking of being homeless as a negative thing, I had to think of it as a chance to start over.

Andrews-Katz: Do you have a favorite song from your CD The Lady’s Got to Sing?

White: “Nobody Knows You (When

You’re Down and Out),” because of the obvious reason. “Everything Must Change” because it was a Sarah Vaughan song, and from that certain point of my life, everything had to change.

Andrews-Katz: What attracts to you to a song?

White: The lyrics. You’ll never find me do lyrics that say “Oooh, baby, ooooh, baby.”

Andrews-Katz: How did you meet your wife [and business manager] Donna Barnett?

White: I met her when I got a job in Key West to open a new piano bar. I ended up staying there for a while because there was nothing in New York for me at that time. Being a California girl originally, I like being by the water and working on my tan. It was perfect. She walked through the door and that was it. I say we’re the perfect “show business” couple: I’m the show and she’s the business!

Andrews-Katz: What is it about the musical Follies that didn’t connect with audiences originally [in 1971] that seems to resonate today?

White: I think it’s because now there are computers, so if you want to understand something you can go and look it up, study it. Follies is a very visual and heartfelt show.

In ’71, there was so much happening, with race riots and soldiers coming home from the Vietnam War. It was more difficult to pay attention to the conflicts in the theater with everything that was happening around you at the same time. Now people comprehend things differently. They know the conflicts within the show and can appreciate it with a better understanding.

Andrews-Katz: Do you think ageism and racism play a part in casting on Broadway?

White: It always does and always will.

They say they are open-minded when it comes down to casting, but they already have an idea of what type they want to cast it. Theater isn’t trying to be racist, but they try to be true to the period of a piece. I find it didn’t matter. As a kid my first book musical was when my father was performing in Finian’s Rainbow. A subplot is about a white racist politician who gets turned black. At one point the politician says to the leprechaun, “Damn it, man! I used to be white” and Og answers back, “That’s funny. Two weeks ago I was green.” I just saw so much learning experience through that, that it was the way I treated my life. It got me through the ’50s, ’60s, ’70’s, ’80s … what decade are we in? I always believed there was no color growing up, but the heart within the person.

Today you are lucky to get more than three “black” shows on Broadway at the same time.

Andrews-Katz: Regardless of gender, what roles would you like to play?

White: I would love to do Mama Rose from Gypsy. The question is, will it happen?

Now that Stephen Sondheim saw me do Follies, maybe it’s a possibility!

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War Reality joined Mercy for War at Jazz Alley on January 26 because Cuteness was with Equality. Lonnie Jordan on voice and piano, David Urquidi on sax, Marcos Reyes on percussion, Stuart Ziff on lead guitar, Sal Rodriguez on drums, Pancho Tomaselli on bass guitar, and Stanley Behrens on harmonica were all tight. High points were “Cisco Kid,” “Low Rider,” “Spill the Wine,” and “Why Can’t We Be Friends?”

Reality said, “Jordan sure is a character. He jokes around a lot.”

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Eric Andrews-Katz: Who were your earliest influences as a singer?

Terri White: When I first came to New York in my 20s, I went to see three singers: Mabel Mercer, Alberta Hunter, and Sarah Vaughan. I’ve learned to utilize characteristic traits from all three. Mabel Mercer said, “I’m not a singer, I’m a songstress for telling a story with music.” Alberta Hunter once said, “I don’t act – I react in my song.”

She had great timing because she used a lot of double entendres. Sarah Vaughan did incredible riffs, notes with the orchestra that the band wasn’t playing. All three helped me focus on my style.

Andrews-Katz: How did you come up for the part of Joice Heth, the nursemaid of George Washington, in the musical Barnum?

White: I was doing a show called “Let My People Come” off-Broadway, and one night a company manager came up to me and said he was doing a new show, and I just showed him exactly how it was to be done.

He wanted me to play the oldest woman in the world, Joice Heth, in this new musical.

It took five years from that point until it was produced. I was on the road with Ain’t Misbehavin’ when I got the call to come in for the Broadway audition. I flew in and sang “Bill Bailey” as an old woman. I was in Sarasota (at the Barnum museum – I got the full perspective!) when the call came in that I got the part.

Andrews-Katz: What do you like about singing in cabaret clubs that you don’t get

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Tower of Power Mercy is very much looking forward to seeing the aptly named Tower of Power at Jazz Alley. Band members include Emilio Castillo (tenor saxophone, vocals), Stephen “Doc” Kupka (baritone saxophone), Rocco Prestia (bass), Adolfo Acosta (trumpet), Mic Gillette (trumpet and trombone), Tom Politzer (saxophone), David Garibaldi (drums), Roger Smith (keyboards), Mark Harper (guitar), and Larry Braggs (vocals).

The group has been together for over four decades. Their biggest hits include “You’re Still a Young Man,” “So Very Hard to Go,” “What Is Hip?” and “Don’t Change Horses (In the Middle of a Stream).” They will be there February 9 to 12.

You can get your tickets at jazzalley.com.

Terri White has appeared in various New York cabaret clubs for over 20 years. Her career includes six Broadway shows, earning nominations for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Musical for the 2010 Drama Desk Awards and the Outer Critics Circle Award (Finian’s Rainbow). Aside from filmed stage performances, White has appeared in Boys on the Side and Law and Order. Her solo CD The Lady’s Got To Sing celebrated its 10th anniversary by being remastered and released at Spotify, Amazon, and iTunes, and her website can be found at www.officialTerriWhite.com.

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w e e k o f F e b r ua r y 3 - F e b r ua r y 9

ARIES (March 20 – April 19): There’s nothing wrong with ambition per se, but trying too hard, especially when you’re not thinking ahead very clearly, is only a sure route to disaster. Don’t be scared of guidance and limits – or the people who suggest them.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20): This should be your lucky year, but luck serves the well-prepared. Take time out to think carefully of what work is necessary to nurture the projects that may bring you fortune.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20): The wit and logic that have been so dazzling lately are leaving you, but don’t fret. Just be ready to shift gears to whimsy and sensitivity. Your sympathetic support can prove helpful. Often it’s best just to be a good listener.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22): Your gifts of erotic seduction are more evident than usual. Put them to good use and draw in the one you desire. Trying to be cleverer than you feel will undermine your efforts, personally and professionally. Just be yourself!

LEO (July 23 – August 22): If you share your darkest secret fantasy with one person, you’re probably sharing it with at least a few more. Don’t talk; do. Confidantes can’t always be trusted, but partners in crime usually can.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22): Worries that you don’t measure up will exacerbate relationship problems. Relax. Have confidence in yourself and your ability to solve problems. Your brain and your mouth probably got you into this fix. Let your ears and your heart find the way out.

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22): Fights at home can get pretty fierce. Is it worth it? You may need to make a deep change and sacrifice something to make your relationship work. Some time out can help, but don’t use that as an excuse to avoid the problems.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21): No matter who is causing problems at work, you can only be responsible for yourself.

If your own recent brainstorms and innovations are a part of it, own up and learn from whatever mistakes were made, especially your own.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 20): Pushing too hard to get ahead can ruffle the feathers of your superiors. Make sure the rung you want to step up to isn’t already occupied. Put down the horn and let your best work speak for itself.

CAPRICORN (December 21 – January 19): The confusion won’t go away soon, but its purpose can become clearer. Never mind logic and facts. They’re just not making sense. Open yourself up to mystery, myth, magic and music. Look at life as art, not science.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18): Economic uncertainty brings opportunities for those with vision and intuition. Yours are especially sharp right now. Discuss your inspirations with a bright, innovative friend. A recent spontaneous tryst could bring recriminations or insights. Focus on insights.

PISCES (February 19 – March 19): Meditation and spiritual discipline will be more important than ever in the next 14 years.

Unusual clarity now can show you how best to proceed. Talking about your craziest dreams can lead you from inspiration to practical application.

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cades. This is a new chapter in the indelible diva’s run, as she drops her hyped 12th album, MDNA, in March via a three-disc deal with Interscope; plans to launch an extensive world tour; does, perhaps, the Gayest Super Bowl halftime ever; and releases her feature-length directorial debut W.E., a pet project that recently won her a Golden Globe for Best Original Song.

And she – sexpot, spiritualist, Material Girl – really only has one word to define herself at the moment: “Busy.” Always unpredictable, she’s not interested in breaking down the details of what’s to come. All she cares to talk about is the film, a semi-biopic on Wallis Simpson (played by Andrea Riseborough) and King Edward VIII dovetailed with a modern-day love story centered on fictionalized damsel-in-distress Wally Winthrop (Abbie Cornish).

Seated with Madonna at a Waldorf-Astoria suite in New York City on a December afternoon, one writer tells her he has a question to kick off the interview. “I’m sure you do,” she quips all-knowingly, as if to acknowledge the fact that she’s aware how much Gay men go gaga over her. This is, after all, the room reserved for a small group of Gay press, her first stop after a tardy arrival – “It’s all too much. That’s why I’m late! I’m late for everything now.” – and the one her longtime publicist, Liz Rosenberg, insists will put her in a good mood for the rest of the day. Madonna agrees, sighing: “Let’s start with levity.”

Madonna’s in her groove around us. She knows we get her even when she’s wielding snarky cracks. Ask her if she knows how to do the Twist like the characters in her film and she responds: “Yes.” Hard pause. “Pretty simple.” Reminisce on when you last interviewed Madonna and she won’t care. “All right, let’s get down to business,” she insists, done with small-talk.

And so we do. Looking stunningly flawless, not at all her 53 years, in a deep blue dress with her now-infamous black gloves and a bracelet of four crosses to represent each one of her children, she gives us exactly what we want: Madonna. No pretense.

No filter. No warm-and-fuzzy. In the interview, she talks about the challenges of being a strong woman in a man’s world, teaching her children to be unique, and how outsiders can relate to her new film.

Chris Azzopardi: What similarities do you see between Wallis and Evita?

Madonna: What they have in common is what many people have in common who are public figures, who become iconic, and who have some kind of historical impact, especially women – strong women. People have a tendency to feel intimidated by the strength of these women, and in order to accept – actually, the word “accept” is wrong, because I don’t think they’re actually accepted. I think in order to deal with them, a lot of people who write history books, and humanity in general, have a tendency to diminish women or undermine their accomplishments or try to portray them as heretical or as someone with an evil possession of some kind of sorcery, or undermine their strength or intelligence, so I think they have those things in common. Now I’m not saying that Eva Peron is without flaws or that Wallis Simpson was this perfect holy human being, but I do think they were both dealt with in a very unfair way in the history books.

Azzopardi: Have you felt that way?

Madonna: [Laughs, expecting the question.] Well, yeah, sure. Yes, of course. I mean, I don’t think it’s just me. It’s strong women in general.

Azzopardi: Why? Madonna: Why? Because… [Hesitates.]

Azzopardi: You’re a threat?

Madonna: No. It’s just the nature of the universe. It’s the nature of the world that we live in. We live in a patriarchal society and strong women have to…

Azzopardi: Challenge that?

Madonna: No. They’re held under a microscope and judged and measured in a different way. That’s just the law of the universe right now.

Azzopardi: The film is driven by a contemporary woman’s view of this historical

figure. Do you see anything in your story that may, or that you hope one day may, do the same for someone else?

Madonna: The Duchess is really Wally’s spiritual guide, so to speak, and even though she [the Duchess] came from a different era where women didn’t have the same kind of choices and opportunities, we as women still are all raised on this fairytale idea that no matter how many opportunities we have education-wise or job-wise, your knight in shining armor is going to arrive on his beautiful white stallion and sweep you off your feet and take you off into the twilight, and you’re going to live happily ever after.

This is something that we all have to deal with when we grow up. But one person isn’t going to be all of those things to us; ultimately, we have to make our own happiness, and when we can own that and take responsibility for our own happiness, then we can find a mate for ourselves, or companion or significant other or whatever you want to call it. That’s certainly what the Duchess imparts to Wally, and I hope that I can inspire other women to think that way with my own life and behavior.

Azzopardi: What’s the thing that surprised you most about Wallis Simpson while doing your research?

Madonna: The discoveries that Wally makes in her journey and her investigations were essentially mine. When I heard about the story – what a magnanimous, generous romantic gesture Edward VIII made toward Wallis Simpson – I thought the same thing that Wally says when she’s looking in the mirror trying on the necklace: “What must it feel to be loved that much?”

As I started to unravel the story and read the letters and go on the journey that I went on to write the script, I realized that, in fact, it wasn’t this fairytale romance as I had imagined it would be. I found that Wallis Simpson tried to avoid the actual marriage from taking place and how she saw the writing on the wall and how she tried her best to get Edward to see the writing on the wall.

She was very astute in her observations, but obviously she couldn’t talk him into her point of view. He was just cunt-struck, as they say in England. [Laughs at her choice of words.] Sorry!

Azzopardi: Did you ever think of making the movie without the contrasting modernday story of someone reflecting on a historical figure?

Madonna: No. I wasn’t interested in making a straightforward biopic. I don’t think it’s possible to tell the story of one person from beginning to end in two hours. I think that’s actually an unfair challenge to give oneself. And also, truth is so subjective and each of us could read the same five books about the Duke and Duchess of Windsor and we would walk away with a different interpretation. It would impact us in a different way, and so it was important for me to establish that. As much research as I did, and as close as I tried to stay to the truth and as authentic as I wanted to be, it was important that I be clear that it is a point of view. I never intended to just tell the story of Wallis Simpson.

Azzopardi: What’s the importance of telling this story from your point of view?

Madonna: Most of the perspective on the story is, “Look what he gave up for her,” and it’s told from the male point of view. I think that when Wally starts to make all these discoveries about the Duchess, she appeals to Mohamed Al Fayed [keeper of the Duke and Duchess’ letters] as an outsider, because he lives as a foreigner and as an outsider in England, not really accepted by society.

Really, in my movie, each character is an outsider. Wally is living in alienation in the Upper East Side, where she doesn’t fit in; [Wally’s love interest] Evgeni is a Ukrainian immigrant working as a security guard, but he’s really an intellectual and an artist and he doesn’t fit in; the Duchess doesn’t really fit into this aristocratic world that she’s found herself in, and Edward doesn’t really fit into the Victorian world that he was raised in. So it’s how all these people who feel like outsiders try to come to terms and find their way in the world.

Azzopardi: Is that something you draw from your own experience?

Madonna: Yeah, but I think a lot of people can relate to it. A lot of us feel like we don’t fit into the conventional norm or what

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society expects from us. More and more, people are redefining what makes a family, what makes a couple, what makes love, what romance is, what a union is, what soul mates are – all of these things we’re reinventing, because family is what you make it. It’s funny how things turn out that way. Sometimes your parents aren’t really the people who nurture you. You have other role models in your life that become your mother and your father. It’s unusual when the family you’re born into is actually the people that feel like your family.

Azzopardi: Growing up, you rebelled against your upbringing and convention, becoming a major trailblazer. How is it different being a mother with kids who will not have to fight the same battles that you fought?

Madonna: Not that this has anything to do with my film, but it’s an interesting question. I don’t think that I’m a conventional parent. I realize that, to a certain extent, my children are raised with privilege; they have housekeepers, I didn’t. There are a lot of differences. On the other hand, my parents raised me in a very conventional way and I rebelled against it, and now my children come to me and they often want to do things because everybody else does them, and I say to them, “That’s just the worst reason I’ve ever heard for doing something.”

I encourage them to question things.

Question their behavior, take responsibility for their behavior, think outside the box.

And they will have a different set of challenges. They will be compared to me. I will be some kind of a benchmark that they have to live with and deal with, and they are going to have to find their way in the world. We are all born with, and into, our challenges, so I don’t think for a second that life is going to be so simple and easy for them.

Azzopardi: Do you feel like all your years of research on Wallis Simpson is over with, or are you still invested in her?

Madonna: I’m done with my deep research, but I still feel a strong connection to her. She’s always going to be a part of me.

I am still uncovering little gems about her.

People come to me and say, “Oh, look at this little note that we found in this handbag that was auctioned off 20 years ago.” People are still bringing me bits and bobs and memorabilia, so I’m still discovering things about her – and I’m sure I will for the rest of my life.

I was actually going through my papers in my files the other day and found an astrological reading that someone had done for me 30 years ago. I was reading it, and the woman was talking about some aspect of my personality and she quoted Wallis Simpson: “All for love and the world well lost.” I thought, “How weird, she was already a part of my life.” That was a little foreshadowing.

That happened 30 years ago, so who knows what’s going to happen 30 years from now?

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continued from the cover Ventriloquizzing – Fujiya & Miyagi were cool, calm, and collected from the get-go.

Emphasis on cool.

A funky version of “Uh,” a track that gained popularity when it was used on the TV series Breaking Bad, oozed beautifully under of a strip of overhead red lights. During “Knickerbocker,” a colorful array of graphics, from All-Star sneakers to electric guitars, flashed quickly on a large projection screen behind drummer Lee Adams.

Lead singer Steve Lewis, something between a rapper and spoken-word artist, frequently purred in the middle of several numbers – he literally purred like a kitten.

Dressed in faded jeans and red T-shirt, he quietly acknowledged the audience just once by saying, “Thanks for coming out.

That’s very kind of you.”

“Collarbone” was crazy good, and it got concertgoers packed right below the stage bouncing and flapping their arms. “Cassettesingle” and a jam session-style rendition of “Tinsel & Glitter” brought the main set to an end. Immediately, though, the crowd chanted “Fujiya! Miyagi! Fujiya! Miyagi!”

The group rushed out to give them more.

A three-song encore included an extensive, if not over-worked, run-through of “Ankle Injuries.” I loved the snazzy intro and zippier guitar riff added to it, but it should’ve been cut in half – the loud fusion

of keyboards and screeching guitars in the final minutes seemed nothing more than a big ball of noise.

Wrapping up a North American tour this week, Fujiya & Miyagi will likely return stateside to play summer festivals. To read Steve Lewis’ interview with Seattle Gay News, visit www.sgn.org and click on the January 20 archive – you’ll find it in the Arts & Entertainment section.

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continued from cover much remains the same,” say National Football League officials. “The Patriots, led by Tom Brady, will enter with a double-digit win streak; Eli Manning, the MVP of Super Bowl XLII, brings the Giants into XLVI as the ‘hot’ team again. It’s hard to imagine this Super Bowl topping the last one between these two teams, but with Brady and Manning, nothing should be counted out.”

And guys, let’s be honest: Brady and Manning are nice to look at!

What started as a 32-team journey has been whittled down to the final two, who will settle the season on February 5. Both Giants coach Tom Coughlin and Patriots coach Bill Belichick say their team is ready for battle.

“This Super Bowl is about two men who have mastered their craft, learned how to become head coaches, learned how to adapt and learned from each mistake,” said Michael Lombardi of NFL Network. “Their path to success has been slightly different, but Coughlin and Belichick believe in toughness and that the game is won in the trenches. In spite of all the passing, both believe in building a physical football team that is mentally tough.”

“What can be learned watching Coughlin and Belichick work is that no matter how much the game changes, there are certain things that never grow old: fundamentals, preparation, attention to detail, and a willingness to sacrifice,” he said. “They adore the essence of football, are purists, and understand how to get a team prepared to win games.”

One thing’s for sure: this is going to be an amazing game.

For those of you who don’t pay attention to the game at all and love to watch the commercials and halftime show, this is going to be your year. Not only are the commercials going to be LGBT-friendly (an anti-bullying campaign spot is scheduled to air!) but the 2012 Super Bowl’s halftime show will see Madonna as its headliner.

Although not confirmed by Madonna’s people, NFL Magazine and The New York Post have said her 12-minute set will include her new single “Give me All Your Luvin’,” along with “Ray of Light,” “Vogue,” “Music,” and “Holiday.”

It is confirmed that two of hip-hop’s celebrated female rappers, M.I.A. and Nicki Minaj, will perform with the Material Girl on Sunday. The two stars also appear on madonna’s new CD, MDNA, to be released February 6.

News reports say LMFAO and Cee-Lo Green are also slated to join the three singers onstage.

For many, Madonna’s Super Bowl Halftime Show performance has been a long time coming. The legendary performer has been at the top of her game since bursting onto the music seen three decades ago.

Madge will now take her place among Michael Jackson, Britney Spears, Bruce Springsteen, Janet Jackson, U2, and Paul McCartney as a star who performed during the biggest American sporting event of the year.

With excitement building, it would seem that everyone (well … not everyone. – Elton John took another shot at Madonna, advising her to “lip-sync good”) is anticipating her performance. Spears, Kim Kardashian, and Celine Dion all voiced their support on Twitter this week.

The 46th Super Bowl takes place on February 5 at Lucas Oil Stadium. Kickoff is scheduled for 3:30 p.m., Pacific time on NBC. If you aren’t hosting or attending a Super Bowl party at a friend’s house, there are plenty of places to check out the game – and halftime show – on the Hill. Purr, R Place, and Madison Pub are just a few of the many locales planning to broadcast Super Bowl XLVI.

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The Car That Brought You Here Still Runs: A Portrait of Richard Hugo A one man performance

by Turk Muller.

Seattle debut at Richard Hugo House 1634 11th Ave. 2/23-25, 8 PM, 2/26 at 2 PM.

Tickets available at brownpapertickets.com $16, $14 for seniors and students. $12 each for groups of 10-20, $10 each for groups of 20-30.

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FRIDAY

Century Ballroom - Gay Night 3rd & 4th Friday every month. 7:30 pm lesson $5.00 with cover; 8:30 pm dance $7.00. 21+ with ID. Changes - Prime Rib dinner, $11.75; other dinner special, $8.25.

Club Silverstone - in Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

DJ Dance 9 pm - 1:30 am. Hosted by Eric. Bear Night, 2nd Friday every month.

The Cuff Complex - Country Dance, 7:00 - 10:30 pm.

High Energy Dance, 10:30 pm - 3 am. Cover $5.00 @ 9 pm www.cuffcomplex.com.

Diesel - Size does matter! All drinks are doubles anytime. Happy Hour 2 pm - 7 pm, $4 wells, Buck off taps & calls.“full service” food menu. Get your grub on!

The Elite - No cover! 12pm -2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, $1 off call cocktails, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3.00 daily drink specials. Happy Hour, 3 - 7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun. - Thurs. 9 - 11 pm: $1.50 Miller drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3.00 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - No cover … ever!!! Start your weekend off right. Happy Hour 6 - 8 pm.Weekly beer & cocktail specials.

Neighbours Nightclub - House music with DJ Eric.

9 pm - 4 am 21+ * Cover charges as follows: 9 pm - 12 am, $5.00; 12 am - 2 am, $8.00; 2 am - 4 am, $10.00* **From 2 am - 4 am, 18+ with valid ID on main floor** www.neighboursnightclub.com.

Neighbours Underground - Efren's Divas Latin Night. 10 pm - 2 am. 21+ with valid ID. $5.00 cover. 206328-5198.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm - 2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm; DJ Freddy King of Pants 9 pm - midnight.

R Place - Happy Hour with Jeff 4-7 $5.75 wells $2.50 drafts. Daily drink and bottle specials. Lashes Cabaret at 9 pm with Chablis & company. DJ E spins on the 3rd floor at 10pm VJ Flow spins the top Videos on the 2nd floor.

Seattle Eagle - LEATHER NIGHT (watch for events) DJs SMILLER & BunD 8 pm - 2 am.

Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour, 4 - 7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Dancing with DJ Ricki Leigh.

Twisted - Dancing with DJ Matt Stands, 1st Friday of the month: DJ Trent Von and wet t-shirt contest, 2nd Friday of the month: Fetish Night www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $4 Jäger Bombs. South Side Boogie-Dancing, 9 pm - 2 am, with DJ Dirty Dan. Karaoke in the Main Room, 9 pm - 2 am. No cover.

Wildrose - www.thewildrosebar.com.

SATURDAY

Changes - Happy Hour till 7 pm. Free video games & pool all day & Night. Tacos 2 for $2.00 until sold out.

Club Silverstone - in Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

DJ Dance, 9 pm - 1:30 am. Hosted by Eric.

The Cuff Complex - High Energy Dance, 10 pm - 3 am, with DJs Stacey Cooks, MattStands, Harmonix, Funkybear.

Cover $5 @ 6 pm www.cuffcomplex.com.

Diesel - Size does matter! All drinks are doubles anytime. Happy Hour Noon - 5 pm, $4 wells, Buck off taps & calls.“full service” food menu. Get your grub on!

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, $8 Stoli doubles, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour, 3 - 7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour, Sun.-Thurs. 9 - 11 pm: $1.50 Miller drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - No cover … ever!!! But get in early to beat the line. Capacity enforced for your comfort & safety.

Happy Hour, 6 - 8 pm.Weekly beer & cocktail specials.

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Neighbours - Progressive House with DJ Randy Schlager from C89. 21+ with Valid ID. 9 pm - 4 am. *Cover charges as follows - 9 pm - 12 am, $5.00; 12 am - 2 am. $8.00; 2 am - 4 am, $10.00. 206-324-5358; www.neighboursnightclub.com.

Neighbours Underground - “THE ORIGINAL VOGUE NIGHT” 9 pm - 2 am, $7 cover Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm - 2 am. Happy Hour until 7pm. DJ Freddy King of Pants, 9 pm - midnight.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR with Erik 2-7 $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. $6.50 Gourmet Bloody Mary’s Lashes cabaret with Chablis and Company at 9pm DJ Flow spins on the 3rd floor at 10 pm VJ E spins the top Videos on the 2nd floor.

Seattle Eagle - Underwear Party Night (watch for event listing) DJs HOTPLAY, KING OF PANTS, UPABOVE, KC+guests.

Steamworks - 11:30 pm - 4:30 am DJ Chavez Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour, 4 - 7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Dancing with DJ Ricki Leigh.

Twisted - Dancing with DJ Trent Von, 3rd Saturday of the month: Boys Night Out with wet underwear contest, Last Saturday of the month: “Diva-Licious” hosted by Madison Lane with Prime Rib dinner special. www.twistedineverett. com Vibe - in Kent - Absolut Saturdays! $5 Absolut Drinks.

South Side Boogie Dancing, 9 pm - 2 am with DJ Dirty Dan. No cover.

Wildrose - First Saturday each month, DJs & dancing. $5 cover. www.thewildrosebar.com.

Sunday

Changes - Open at Noon, Happy hour ALL DAY / NIGHT. Karaoke at 9 pm with Black Nail Productions.

Club Silverstone - in Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

9-Ball Pool Tourney at 6 pm - 16 players only. Hosted by RW & Co. The Cuff Complex - Re Quest T-Dance DJ John England 6 pm-12 am, Beer Bust $1 domestic drafts & $4 well drinks, Cover $5 @ 6 pm. www.cuffcomplex.com.

Bottleneck Lounge - Check out ELIXER, a new “late night” Happy Hour every Sunday night from 9 - midnight.

Featuring six, old-school, classic cocktails for just $6 a piece. This is a great way to sample outstanding cocktails at a smokin’ price.

Diesel - Size does matter! All drinks are doubles anytime.

Happy Hour Noon - 5 pm, $4 wells, Buck off taps & calls. “full service” food menu. Get your grub on!

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - NW Sports first on TV. Sound with early afternoon Mariners games. Pitcher special all day with free U-shell peanuts and pool.

Neighbours - 9 pm - 2 am Entre Hermanos Noche Latina $5.00 cover 21+ with Valid ID.With DJ Luis.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 2 pm-midnight. Happy Hour until 7 pm.

R Place - Happy Hour with Erik 2-7 $5.75 Wells $2.50 domestic drafts. $6.50 Gourmet Bloody Mary’s newest night on the Hill! SIN SUNDAYS HOUSE MUSIC ON THE 3rd Floor. 2 NEW rotating DJ’s every week watch the SGN for the ads.

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Seattle Eagle - Beer Bust $1 Drafts from 2-10pm Dj UP-ABOVE from 10-2 Twisted - Happy Hour all night! www.twistedineverett. com Vibe - in Kent - Happy Hour All Day! FREE POOL! Wildrose - Free pool all day. www.thewildrosebar.com.

MONDAY

Changes - Happy Hour all day and night.

Club Silverstone - in Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

See us at www.clubsilverstone.com.

The Cuff Complex - “Free Games” ALL DAY! Tabletop games, pool, darts, pinball. Happy Hour 2 pm - 8 pm half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

Diesel - Size does matter! All drinks are doubles anytime. Happy Hour 2 pm - 7 pm, $4 wells, Buck off taps & calls.“full service” food menu. Get your grub on!

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. Daily drink specials at $3, Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily, Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. Pint night with Happy Hour prices 8 pm-close. 9-Ball Pool Tourney at 7 pm.

Neighbours - “MAD MESS MONDAYS” With Neighbours hottest new DJ: DJ AARON. No cover.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - Happy Hour 4-7pm.

Hamburger & Draft Beer $6.00 from 4pm -10.00 Black Nail Productions Karaoke 9pm to 1am.

R Place - Happy Hour with Jeff 4-7 $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. Daily drink and bottle special. FREE POOL ALL DAY ALL NIGHT. Seattle Eagle - Radio Dept. $4 wells all night Dj HOTPLAY from 10 pm - 2 am.

Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts.

Twisted - Game Night featuring Pool Tournaments and Wii Bowling. Happy Hour all night! www.twistedineverett. com Vibe - in Kent - $1 Domestic Drafts, $2.50 all bottled beers, $3 Touch Down Shots. FREE POOL! Wildrose - Pool Tournament 7 pm w/Prizes!

TUESDAY

Changes - $1.25 Domestic bottles. Hamburger $2.50, Cheeseburger $3.50, Bacon cheeseburger $4.50.

Club Silverstone - In Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

Free pool all day - 2 tables.

The Cuff Complex - Bear-aoke 8 pm-12 am with host Jonathan Jones. Peanut night with “Free Games” alll day.

Happy Hour 2 pm - 8 pm half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

Diesel - Size does matter! All drinks are doubles anytime. Happy Hour 2 pm - 7 pm, $4 wells, Buck off taps & calls.“full service” food menu. Get your grub on!

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. Daily drink specials at $3, Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. til 4:30pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. 8-Ball Pool Tournament starts at 6:30 pm.

Neighbours Underground - “DRAG IDOL” with your host Ryan Hazey 9 pm - 2 am. $6 cover.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm-2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm. Black Nail Production Karaoke 9 pm-1 am.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR 4-7 with Jeff. $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. Daily drink and bottle special. KARAOKE with Ben 9-2 am.

Seattle Eagle - IN HEAT $5 Long Island Iced teas Dj KINGOFPANTS from 10-2 Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts.

Twisted - $2 Tuesday featuring “Are You Smarter Than A Drag Queen?” trivia contest for $2, $2 tacos, well drinks and drafts all night! www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $10 Dizzy Pass - $1 you call it, 6pm to close.

Karaoke 9pm-2am with José.

Wildrose - Taco Tuesday. No cover.

WEDNESDAY

Changes - Happy Hour until 7 pm. Karaoke 9 pm.

A Black Nail production.

Club Silverstone - In Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

8-Ball Tourney 7:30 pm. Hosted by RW & Co. Karaoke 9 pm-1:30 am hosted by Michael.

The Cuff Complex - Free pool & Pitcher Special.

Country Dancing 1st & 3rd Wednesday. POZ Social 2nd Wednesday. Dress Code Leather Social 4th Wednesday.

Happy Hour 2 pm - 8 pm half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

Diesel - Size does matter! All drinks are doubles anytime. Happy Hour 2 pm - 7 pm, $4 wells, Buck off taps & calls.“full service” food menu. Get your grub on!

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. Dart Tournament starts at 7:30 pm.

Neighbours Underground - Roxy's House of Dolls with DJ Trent Von in the Neighbours www.neighboursnightclub.com. 206-324-5358.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm-2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm. DJ Gelliphish 7 pm-midnight.

Re-Bar - D.A.I.S.Y. Age with Riz! Hip Hop and R/B from the 1990’s.YO! FREE 10 pm.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR 4-7 with Jeff . $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts.WET show.All male wet underwear contest 3 rd floor. Hosted by Chablis $100.00 1st place $50.00 2nd place 3 rd place Porn. DJ E Rocks the 3rd floor top 40, R&B. Seattle Eagle - on the DOWNLOW $2 Dos Equis Dj KINGOFPANTS from 10-2 Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Karaoke - drink specials.

Twisted - Karaoke Idol with Robin. All you can eat spaghetti for $5.50 and $6 Long Island Teas. www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $1 off all mixed drinks and shots. Karaoke 9pm-2am with José.

Wildrose - Karaoke 8 pm-12:30 am. No cover; drink specials. www.thewildrosebar.com.

THURSDAY

Changes - Happy Hour from 12 noon til 8pm. Karaoke at 9pm A Black Nail Production.

Club Silverstone - In Tacoma. Happy Hour till 7 pm.

Dart Tourney 7:30 pm. Hosted by RW & Co. The Cuff Complex - Pool tournament 7 pm. Karaoke 8 pm-12 am with host Jonathan Jones. Happy Hour 2 pm 8 pm half price appetizers. www.cuffcomplex.com.

Diesel - Size does matter! All drinks are doubles anytime. Happy Hour 2 pm - 7 pm, $4 wells, Buck off taps & calls.“full service” food menu. Get your grub on!

The Elite - No cover! 12pm-2am Happy Hour 5pm8pm, www.theeliteseattle.com Julia’s - www.juliasrestaurantseattle.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour 3-7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun.-Thurs. 9-11 pm: $1.50 Miller Drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. til 4:30pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - Happy Hour 6-8 pm. Weekly beer & cocktail specials. Kick off the weekend early. No DJ needed, you control the jukebox.

Neighbours - Rock Lobster 80's night with DJ Trent Von. 9 pm - 3 am. $3 cover. 21+ with valid ID; 18+ from 2-3 am. www.neighboursnightclub.com.

Poco Wine Room - An intimate, cozy Capitol Hill wine bar featuring many NW wines by the glass. www.pocowineroom.com.

PURR Cocktail Lounge - 3 pm-2 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm. DJ Thomas from 7 pm-midnight.

R Place - HAPPY HOUR 4-7 with Jeff. $5.75 wells $2.50 domestic drafts. ASS all male amateur strip show. Hosted

by Chablis. $200.00 1st place $100.00 2nd place $50.00 3rd place DJ Flo’w Rocks the 3rd floor top 40 R&B. Seattle Eagle - BAREBACK Thursday $1 Off If You Take Your Shirt Off Dj TOAST from 10-2 Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Karaoke - drink specials.

Twisted - Disco Delight! Dance music of the 70s and 80s. BOGO burgers and $2 Bud and Bud Light drafts. www. twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $3 wells, $4 Washington Apples.

Wildrose - Cheap date night! $2 wells. Corn dogs & tater tots. www.thewildrosebar.com.

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Meetings Events Activities

FOR A CALENDAR LISTING: Send details to: SGN, Attn: Community Calendar, 1605 12th Ave, Ste 31, Seattle, WA 98122. SGN phone: 324-4297. Fax: 3227188. E-mail: sgn2@sgn.org. INCLUDE: Date, time, location, contact phone # for publication (if possible), brief description of event & sponsoring organization.

DEADLINE: Tuesday 5pm.

ACCESSIBILITY: Is your event accessible to LGBTQ people with disabilities? See Jean’s List webpage www.scn.org/activism/calendar/disabilities.html for Marla Nonken’s disabilities accommodations lists.

NOTE: Phone numbers accompanying listings are within area code (206) & locations of meetings/ events are in Seattle unless otherwise noted.

community calendar

SATURDAY - February 4

Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 9am. Greenlake (outside Evans Pool). Every Saturday. GLBT running & walking club sponsors weekly runs, monthly potlucks, track & field activity, annual Run With Pride. 448-8518. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

Book Reading & Bradley Manning Presentation.

3pm. Revolution Books, 89 S Washington St. Learn the truth about Bradley Manning who has been tortured awaiting trial & faces life imprisonment. The 24-yearold Army intelligence analyst is accused of leaking the “collateral murder” video of a US helicopter attack that killed 11 civilians & wounded 2 children in Baghdad & also faces charges of sharing documents with WikiLeaks. Gulf War resister Jeff Paterson will read from the new book About Face: Military Resisters Turn Against War. www.revolutionbookssea.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 6pm-12 midnight. Call for location & details. Every Saturday. (253) 671-2838. www.oasisyouth center. org. (Also meets Thursdays & Fridays 4-10pm.)

Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 6pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Saturday. Games also on Tuesdays & Thursdays. $4 fee includes coffee & snacks. For more information visit www.rainbowbridge club.org or email rainbowbridgeclub@gmail.com

SUNDAY - February 5

For a directory of GLBT-friendly religious organizations in Washington state, visit www.sgn.org and scroll down the first page of either section to see Multifaith Works’ 2007-2008 Directory of Inclusive Faith Communities (some information may not be current). For information on GLBT-friendly Christian churches around the world visit www.gaychurch.org.

Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com Hiking Group. 8:45am. Uptown Espresso, 500 Westlake Ave N. Every Sunday year-round, rain or shine for moderate to strenuous day hikes. 323-8382. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TheSeattleGayHiking Group/ Border Riders Motorcycle Club First Sunday Ride. 9am-rendezvous; 9:30am. Broadway Grill, 314 Broadway E. Meets 1st Sunday each month. BRMC provides a social & educational fraternity for individuals interested in recreational motorcycle touring. www. borderriders.com Gay Men’s Bowling in Everett. 10am. Evergreen Lanes, 5111 Claremont Way, Everett. Every Sunday.

Spectators welcome. Join us for lunch afterwards!

Sponsored by the Snohomish County Gay Men’s Task Force. For info email John at johndmarsh@mac.com Seattle Sunday Bowlers. 10am. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW (at SW Oregon St). Open bowl every Sunday for the GLBT community & friends. You don’t have to worry about how you bowl! $4.25 + $1 shoe rental. 329-1515.

Lotus Sisters. 11am-1:15pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets the 1st Sunday of every month. Drop-in Buddhist meditation Sangha for LBTQ women. Lotus.sisters@ yahoo.com; www.sasgcc.org Meditation for GBT Men. 11am-1pm. Cal Anderson House, 400 Broadway. Suitable for beginning & experienced meditators. Sponsored by Dharma Buddies.

Contact Forrest Rode, 920-6177, or Mike Chin (509) 990-0007. Women may wish to contact our sister meditation group via lotus.sisters@yahoo.com. www. dharmabuddies.org Just for Today. 12-1:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. Drop-in 12-step group (Narcotics Anonymous) open to anyone in recovery. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Paths to Recovery Al-Anon Family Group. 121:30pm. Seattle University Student Center, 901 12th Ave, Room 122. Every Sunday. LGBTQ supported.

The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness & that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number 625-0000; www.seattleal-anon.org Rain City Soccer Club - Ripple Effect. Every Sunday afternoon. Location varies. Ripple Effect soccer team plays a weekly recreational scrimmage game for Gay guys in Seattle. Perfect for guys looking for more relaxed play, who are just getting back into soccer, just learning the game and/or want to supplement their competitive play with a recreational team. To sign up visit www.raincitysoccer.org

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Rain City Jacks. West Queen Anne/Interbay. 1st Sunday each month, 2pm; 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month, 7pm. Location & membership details provided upon request. RCJ is a friendly, sex-positive & non-profit private club. Membership required. Adult men only. Enrollment available at the door. www. raincityjacks.org, email info@raincityjacks.org or call 1-888-809-5033.

Daring Divorced Divas. 3-5pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. A support group for Lesbian women dealing with divorce, separation & transformation. To attend this group please contact the facilitator at daringdivorceddivas@yahoo.com. SASG 322-2427; www.sasgcc.org PFLAG/Kittitas County. 4-5:30pm. First United Methodist Church, 3rd & Ruby Sts, Ellensburg. Meets the first Sunday of every month. For information, (509) 925-7937.

Orca Swim Team Workout. Sun: 5-6:15pm; Mon/ Weds/Fri: 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. Every Sun, Mon, Wed & Fri. Pre-registration required. Orca Swim Team workouts are for both competitive & recreational swimmers. www.orcaswimteam.org Simply Sundays. 5:30-7pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. Peer support for recovery from substance abuse. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Shame to Grace Sunday SAA. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women who share their experience, strength & hope with each other so they may overcome their sexual addiction & help others recover from sexual addiction or dependency. Seattle SAA helpline 237-8828, SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191.

SASG 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Pride League Bowling. 6:30pm. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW. Every Sunday (except during the summer). Regular league bowling. Jeff, 932-3731.

Noche Latina/Latino Night. 10pm. Neighbours, 1509 Broadway. Every Sunday.

MONDAY - February 6

Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com Women Facing HIV. 12noon-1:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Monday. Drop-in peer support group for women living with HIV/AIDS. 322-2437. www.sasgcc.org SOBER - On Meds. 1-2pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Monday. 12-step group open to anyone in

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recovery & living on a medicine regimen. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. For information visit www.strengthoverspeed.org. SASG 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Gay Social Dinner Club of Snohomish County.

Every Monday. An informal group of Gay men living in Snohomish County meet for dinner at Snohomish County restaurants. For information, location & to RSVP contact Ricardo at socialdinnerclub@ yahoo. com or phone (360) 722-1664.

Healing Words. 6:30-8pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Monday. Drop-in group open to all who are healing from trauma, addiction, or just the challenges of life in general. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org.

Freely Speaking Toastmasters. 7pm. FredLind Manor, 1802 17th Ave. Every Monday (except holidays & the last Mondays in August & December). Seattle’s only LGBT speaking club. www.FreelySpeaking.org Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Trans Youth Group. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. A chance for youth to talk with others about their experiences & concerns related to identifying as Transgender. www.lamberthouse.org Lambert House Art Night. 7:30-9:30pm. 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Bring your ideas & let’s have some fun. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Unity Gay Men’s AA Group in Tacoma. 7:30pm. New Heart MCC, 759 S 45th St. Tacoma. Every Monday.

(253) 474-8897.

Les Be Honest. 8-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Monday. Open women only AA group. 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org.

TUESDAY - February 7

Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com Homeless Services for Youth, Ages 14-22. 1-4pm.

Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Tuesday & Friday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Simply Positive. 2:30-4pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Tuesday. Drop-in support & social group for anyone HIV/AIDS positive. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org

February 4 thru February 12 GSBA Prime Time East. 5:30-7:30pm. Tutta Bella Neapolitan Pizzeria, 715 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah.

Complimentary social and networking event. To RSVP call 363-9188 or visit www.thegsba.org.

Artful Expression. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Tuesday. This is an ongoing art group to visualize the journey thru creative expression. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Gay Men’s Task Force of Snohomish County in Everett. 6-8pm. Snohomish Health District, 3020 Rucker Ave Ste 309A, Everett. Meets 1st Tuesday each month. Open to all Gay & Bisexual men in Snohomish County. “We will be discussing issues concerning the local Gay community & value your opinion, voice, comments, suggestions & attendance. Come join us as we build community in Snohomish County.” David, (425) 339-5238.

National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day. 6-9pm. Mt Zion Baptist Church, 1604 19th Ave. FREE food 6-7pm, FREE HIV testing 6-8:30pm, main event 7-9pm. A special evening with MC Renee McCoy, Ph.D. of Lifelong AIDS Alliance, a panel of guests live music & spoken word. Raffle to benefit BABES Network. www. kingcounty.gov/health/hiv Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. For information visit www.strengthoverspeed.org. SASG 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Diverse Harmony. 6:30-9pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Every Tuesday. Diverse Harmony is the nation’s first Gay/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus. Youths ages 13-22 are welcome regardless of sexual orientation. www.diverseharmony.org Gay/Bi Prostate Cancer Group. 6:30-8pm. Gilda’s Club, 1400 Broadway. Meets 1st Tuesday each month.

For Gay & Bi men diagnosed with prostate cancer. A safe space for emotional support on issues of treatment, sexuality, relationships & topics specific to Gay/ Bi men. FREE. 709-1400, www.gildasclubseattle.org Olympic Yacht Club Meeting. 6:30pm. Northwest Yacht Brokers Association, 901 Fairview Ave N Ste A-190 (at Chandler’s Cove on South Lake Union).

Meets 1st Tuesday each month. Monthly board meeting open to all OYC members & prospective members.

OYC is a Gay & Lesbian yacht club for people who own boats of any size or type & for people who enjoy boating. The club sponsors monthly outings. 709BOAT, www.oycnw.org Queer Young Females Group - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 22 & Under. 6:30-7:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Tuesday. Topics range from family issues to school happenings to like/lust/ love relationships. All Queer females welcome. Come discuss how smart. strong Queer women live their lives. 322-2515, www. lamberthouse.org Different Drummers. Intermediate 7-8:15pm; Beginners 8:20-9:30pm. Every Tuesday. Hand drumming classes for Gay men. It’s easy, it’s fun & anyone can do it! Learn traditional African & Afro-Caribbean rhythms & basic hand drumming techniques. Experience a real sense of connection & spirituality. Drums are provided.

For information & location call Dennis, 363-4500 or differentdrummers@mac.com Friends in Adoption Monthly Meeting. 7pm. Childhaven Community Center, 1345 22nd Ave NE, Auburn.

Meets 1st Tuesday each month (Sept-June) with presentations by guest speakers on adoption-related issues. Friends in Adoption is an independent, nonprofit support & educational group made up of families touched by adoption. More info & to RSVP, call 2645136; friendsinadoption@yahoo.com.

Over 40’s Group - For Lesbian Women 40 & Older.

7-8:30pm. University Congregational Church, 4515 16th Ave NE, Pilgrim Room. Every Tuesday. Open group for Lesbian women, 40 & older, in every stage of coming out or being out. Lots of social activities in addition to Tuesday meetings. 545-3521.

Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 7pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Tuesday. (See Saturday listing at 6pm.)

Ageless. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Tuesday. Drop-in social, support & discussion group for maturing Gay & Bi men of all ages. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org FREE Beginning ASL Lessons. 7:30pm. The Elite, 1520 E Olive Way. Every Tuesday. Have you ever wanted to learn basic American Sign Language? If so, you can get some FREE beginning ASL instruction.

Meets in the loft. 860-0999.

Here & Now Gay & Lesbian AA Meeting in Tacoma.

7:30pm. Christ Episcopal Church, 310 N “K” St, Tacoma. Every Tuesday.

Positive Outlook. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Tuesday. A confidential support group for Gay & Bi men who have been living long-term with HIV. We come together to share our journeys both in the success we have had living with HIV as well as the challenges HIV presents to us. 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org.

Spiritual Empowerment. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. A group for all LGBT & friends of any spiritual belief to explore how spiritual practice can enrich their life. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Tuesday Night Sex Addicts Anonymous (GLBTQI).

7:30-9pm. All Pilgrims Christian Church, 500 Broadway E. Every Tuesday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women

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whose primary purpose is to stop addictive sexual behavior & help others recover from sexual addiction.

Seattle SAA helpline 237-8828. SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191.

Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. GLBT & GLBT-friendly co-ed water polo team is open to all who want to play. Beginners & experienced players welcome. Check our website for up to the minute details, or call the Otter Hotline 414-8797. www.otterpolo.com.

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WEDNESDAY - February 8

2012 Northwest Flower & Garden Show - “A Floral Symphony” (2/8-2/12). www.gardenshow.com Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com Mature Friends Morning Exercise/Health & Fitness Get-Together. 10am. Ballard Odd Fellows Hall Bldg, 1706 NW Market St. Every Wednesday. An hour of health-related activities, followed by a walk around Greenlake & lunch at a local restaurant. MF is a social group for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. www. maturefriends.org Mature Friends Dining Out Luncheon. 12:30pm.

Call for details, location & to RSVP. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday most months. www.maturefriends.org True Colors: Connecting LGBTQ Teens in Shoreline. 4-5pm. Every Wednesday. Discussing your important issues, building a supportive community. For information, location & to REGISTER call Lindsay Bagley 362-7282 x 8018 or email lbagley@chs-nw.org GLOBE (GLBTQ Loving Ourselves, Becoming Empowered): A Support Group & HIV/STD Prevention for Youth (14-20) in Everett. 6-8pm. CCA Building, 3331 Broadway - Bottom Floor, Everett. Every Wednesday. Sponsored by PFLAG Everett chapter.

(425) 263-2908. globeleaders@hotmail.com POZSeattle Monthly Social. 6-8 p.m. The Cuff Complex, 13th Ave. & E. Pine St. Meets 2nd Wednesday each month. Meet in the downstairs bar for light snacks, socializing, catching up with old friends, making new ones, and a whole lot of fun. (For the month of February, Valentine’s Day cards will be provided for a game of Post Office.) This event is FREE except for the cost of beverages and is for all HIV-Positive men and their friends, regardless of age, shape, size, or color. www.pozseattle.org.

Seattle Gay & Lesbian Book Club. 6-7:15pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Discuss the best LGBT novels with other book-lovers in a safe, comfortable conversation. Come once or come every week.

Check our website for this month’s book. http://faculty. washington.edu/swittet/sglbookclub/ SASG 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Lotus Sisters with Arinna Weisman. 6:30pm.

Columbia City Church of Hope, 3818 S Angeline St. Meets every Wednesday. Drop-in Buddhist meditation Sangha for LBTQ women. Lotus.sisters@yahoo.com; www.lotussisters.org.

Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Volunteer Park (in front of Black Sun across for museum). Every Wednesday. (See Saturday at 9am.)

Hermanos Trans Latino & Foreign-Born Support Group. 7pm. Entre Hermanos, 1505 Broadway. Bilingual (Spanish/English) Transsexual support group meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month to provide information, counseling, healthcare, sisterhood & social activities for Latino & foreign-born people in their transition. For more information contact Abby 322-7700, www.entrehermanos.org Ingersoll All-Trans Drop-In Support Group. 7-9pm.

Seattle Counseling Services, 1216 Pine St, Suite 300. All Transgender, Gender Variant, Gender Queer, Gender Questioning, allies, family & friends are welcome. This is a drop in group to get & give support, social interaction & information for the whole Gender community. No fee, donations welcome. www.ingersoll center.org Northwest Lesbian & Gay History Museum Project Steering Committee Meeting. 7pm. Call for Capitol Hill location. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month.

New volunteers always welcome. NWLGHMP researches, interprets, & communicates the history of the GLBT community in the Pacific NW by collecting oral histories, preserving historical materials, & presenting public programs such as exhibits, walking tours, & slide shows. gayhistnw@aol.com; 903-9517.

Rain City Jacks. West Queen Anne/Interbay. 1st Sunday each month, 2pm; 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month, 7pm. Location & membership details provided upon request. RCJ is a friendly, sex-positive & non-profit private club. Membership required. Adult men only. Enrollment available at the door. www. raincityjacks.org, email info@raincityjacks.org or call 1-888-809-5033.

Seattle Movie Bears Movie Night. Check website for details. Every Wednesday night. Gay & Bi men enjoy a movie at a local theater with opportunity to socialize before & after movies. More info: http://groups.yahoo. com/group/seattlemoviebears; or e-mail: seattlemoviebears-subscribe@yahoogroups.com HIV/AIDS Support Group. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Please arrive by 7:30pm.

FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for HIV+ men who are newly diagnosed or newly dealing.

322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Imperial Court of Seattle General Membership Meeting. 7:30pm. Neighbours Nightclub (Underground), 1509 Broadway (entrance in alley between Broadway and Harvard off E. Pike St). Meets 2nd Wednesday each month. The Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle and the Olympic & Rainier Empire, Seattle’s premier drag society, is a social & charitable organization that

Visit us online www.sgn.org

& families of GLBT persons, as well as those minorities. 360-733-1500; www.whatcompflag.com; PFLAG/ Puget Sound: 325-7724.

Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 7pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Thursday. (See Saturday listing at 6pm.)

Buddhism & Recovery. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. A meditation/recovery group.

322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Gay Fathers Association of Seattle. 7:30-9pm.

Group Health, 201 16th Ave E, Central Bldg, Lower Atrium. Every Thursday. Support meetings for Gay fathers & Gay men who are currently or previously married. Safe, anonymous, non-judgmental environment of caring fathers & friends. You are not alone.

For information, community events & “questioning” visit www.gfas.org or our message board at http://groups. yahoo.com/groups/gayfathersseattle Gay Male Sexuality & Relationships. 7:30-9pm.

SASG, 303 17th Ave. E. Every Thursday. A discussion group that is strictly focused on sexual topics and relationship issues related to being a Gay male.

322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. (See Tuesday listing at 8pm.)

FRIDAY - February 10

sponsors numerous shows & balls thruout the year to provide entertainment, showcase community talent & raise money for community organizations. Meetings open to all. www.imperialcourtofseattle.com.

Mature Friends Weekly Bridge Group. 7:30pm. Call for location. Every Wednesday. All levels welcome.

MF is a social organization for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. www.maturefriends.org Orca Swim Team Workout. 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

“StageFright” - Youth Open Mic - For Aspiring Writers & Performers, Ages 14-24. 7:30pm. Richard Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave. Meets 2nd Wednesday each month. FREE. Everyone welcome to attend.

StageFright not only features young folk, but is also MC’d by young folk & attended in great majority by young folk. Richard Hugo House is a community gathering place where writing & reading is celebrated & explored thru events, performances & programs.

322-7030; www.hugohouse.org.

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett. 7:30-9pm. Everett United Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. Trained peer facilitators lead a structured support meeting helping people deal with issues of gender identity & expression. All adults are welcomed, including those who are questioning, allies, or identify as FTM, MTF, Transgender, Queer, or Intersex, among others. (360) 445-2411; www.washingtongender alliance.com.

THURSDAY - February 9

2012 Northwest Flower & Garden Show - “A Floral Symphony” (2/8-2/12). www.gardenshow.com Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com Alcoholics Anonymous “Sober & Safe Group.”

12noon-1pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Open meeting of AA. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org.

BABES Women’s Support Group/Lunch Meeting.

12 noon-2pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. The BABES Network is a peer led agency; a sisterhood of women facing HIV together. 720-5566 or 888-2921912; www.babesnetwork.org.

Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm. Call for location & details. Every Thursday. (253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org (Also Fridays 4-10pm & Saturdays 6pm-12 midnight.)

2012 Northwest Flower & Garden Show - “A Floral Symphony” (2/8-2/12). www.gardenshow.com Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com Homeless Services for Youth, Ages 14-22. 1-4pm.

Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Tuesday & Friday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm. Call for location & details. Every Friday.

(253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org Born This Way Kafe. 5-9pm. Cal Anderson Park Shelterhouse, 1635 11th Ave. Every Friday. A welcoming place where LGBTQ youth ages 13-19, friends & allies can gather, be themselves & have fun. 883-6110, randy.wiger@seattle.gov La Movida. 6-7pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Todos los Viernes. Una junta bilingue para la comunidad GLBTQ en recuperacion de adicciones. Para mas informacion visita entrehermanos.org o llame 322-7700.

Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12-step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www.strengthoverspeed.org. SASG 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org Destiny Gay AA Group in Tacoma. 7:30pm. New Heart MCC, 759 S 45th St, Tacoma. Every Friday.

(253) 474-8897.

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Pioneers & Warriors TM. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Friday. Peer support group for Gay & Bi men over 40 - honoring the past, accepting the present & embracing the future. Group attendance requires facilitator approval. Please contact Joel Davis at 261-6616. SASG 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org GaYme Night 4 Gay & Bi Men. 8pm-1am. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Friday of every month. Board games, cards & fun for Gay & Bi men. www.sasgcc.org LGBT Friday Night Al-Anon Family Group. 8pm.

Gay City, 511 E Pike St (temporary meeting location).

Every Friday. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness & that changed attitudes can aid recovery.

Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number 625-0000; www. seattle-al-anon.org

Volunteer Drop-In Night at Lifelong AIDS Alliance.

4-7pm. LAA Volunteer Services Office, 1161 11th Ave. Every Thursday. Volunteer on LAA projects - assembling safer sex kits, helping with mailings, a different project every week! Get-togethers are highly social & offer “low impact” volunteer work & an opportunity to learn more about LAA. Please call before dropping in.

957-1776. www.lifelongaidsalliance.org Queer Night at the Bremerton/Kitsap Health Department. 4:30-7pm. 109 Austin Dr, Bremerton. Meets 2nd Thursday each month. HIV/AIDS & STD testing in a GLBT positive environment. Call Sue or Steve at (360) 337-5235.

Write Your Heart Out - A Queer Youth & Allies Writing Group. 5:30-6:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Thursday. We all have a story to tell.

What is yours? Write Your Heart Out is a safe place for Queer youth & allies 22 & under to explore one’s self thru the written word. Fiction, non-fiction & poetry will be encouraged & supported. 322-2515, www. lambert house.org Come Out For Yourself (COFY). 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. Peer support for people dealing with issues of sexual orientation. 3222437; www.sasgcc.org Shifting Gears. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. Drop-in support group (non 12-step) for anyone of any orientation or gender who desires recovery from drugs or alcohol. 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group). 6:30-8pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. Sponsored by Youth Eastside Services, which offers many programs for GLBT youth. (425) 747-4937.

Boys’ Group - For Male-Identified Youth, Ages 14-22. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Thursday. Youth take the opportunity to talk about issues that relate to their everyday lives, with the facilitation of a male volunteer. 322-2515 ext 16. www.lamberthouse.org Lambert House Queer Movie Night. 7-9:30pm.

Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Friday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22.

322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org PFLAG/Whatcom County-Bellingham Monthly Meeting. 7pm. First Congregational Church, 2401 Cornwall Ave., Bellingham. Meets 2nd Thursday each month. Parents & Friends of Lesbians & Gays is a national support organization for parents, spouses,

(See previous Sunday for ongoing activities.)

2012 Northwest Flower & Garden Show - “A Floral Symphony” (2/8-2/12). www.gardenshow.com Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com No Safeword Writers Group. 1-3pm. Meets 2nd Sunday each month. NSWG exists to provide mutual support for members’ efforts. Support is in the form of critique & commentary on each other’s work, information about publishing opportunities, & discussion of issues facing writers. NSWG’s primary focus is erotic

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SATURDAY - February 11

(See previous Saturday for ongoing activities.)

2012 Northwest Flower & Garden Show - “A Floral Symphony” (2/8-2/12). www.gardenshow.com Winter Pride (2/5-2/12). Whistler, BC. www.gay whistler.com A Gathering of Men in Edmonds. 8:15-11:30am.

Edmonds UUC, 8109 224th St SW, Edmonds. Meets 2nd Saturday each month. Men gather monthly for drumming, singing, storytelling & sharing of life experience. We create a safe, confidential & sacred space in which a man can speak his truth from the heart, to heal & empower himself. We are fiercely non-political, non-sectarian & non-judgmental. All men are welcome. www.agatheringofmen.org Cupid’s Heat 2. 8pm-12midnight. R Place, 619 E Pine St. A Valentine’s benefit for Rise N’ Shine, presented by the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. Features hostess Lady Chablis. www.risenshine.org

SUNDAY - February 12

writing - but they welcome anyone who writes. The only requirements are to write, to attend, & to be respectful.

For info & location, NSWG@sexpositive culture.org; www.nosafewordwritersgroup.org. (Also meets 4th Monday, 7-9pm.)

Ski Buddies Monthly Potluck. 6pm. Meets 2nd Sunday each month (Oct-Feb). Come & hear about all the great ski trips & winter activities Ski Buddies has planned. Whether you snow board, downhill, crosscountry, or telemark, there are trips & events for you.

Bring a potluck dish to share. www.skibuddies.org

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Allyship - an organization of LGBTQ individuals fighting for economic and social justice. www.LGBTQ Allyship.org, allyship@yahoo.com, 279-8169.

American Veterans for Equal Rights - www.aver. us Another Gay Social Club! - www.meetup.com/ Another-Gay-Social-Club/ Bellingham/Whatcom County - www.theslowlane. com/guide.html Bent Writing Institute promotes written & spoken word in our LGBT communities. Bent offers affordable classes & workshops for Queer-identified people. For more information or to sign up for a class, email bent. writing@gmail.com. Visit www.bentwriting.com or find us on Facebook. For upcoming events join our mailing list by emailing bent.news@gmail.com BiNet Seattle is a mixed gender, social group for Bisexuals, their partners & other Bi-friendly folks - www. binetseattle.org. Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network - www.sbwn.net.

Bremerton/Kitsap County - www.outwestsound.org Capitol Hill Alano Club is an umbrella organizing sponsoring LGBTQ-supported recovery meetings.

CHAC is currently looking for a new home. www. chacseattle.org, 860-9560 or call 587-2838. (Groups formerly meeting at CHAC are currently meeting at SASG (Seattle Area Support Groups) and other locations. Check out the SGN’s Community Calendar listings to find these groups.)

Central Washington University GALA Hotline: (509) 963-1994.

DIFFA/Seattle (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS). 763-8885; www.diffaseattle.org DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT: Crisis Clinic, 461-3222 (24 hour line); King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) - 24-hour crisis line for information, support, & medical & legal assistance: 1-888-99-VOICE; Northwest Network support & advocacy for Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse & Dating Violence, 568-7777 (voice), 517-9670 (tty), www.nwnetwork.org; Pierce County Domestic Violence Helpline: Teresa, (253) 798-4166; Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities - offers on-going support groups for men: 323-1768; Seattle Police Dept Domestic Violence Unit, 684-0330; State Wide Domestic Violence Hot Line, 1-800-562-6025. In an emergency call 911.

Report domestic violence and sexual assault.

Equal Rights Washington - 324-2570; www.equal rightswashington.org Everett/Snohomish Cty - www.gaysnohomish.org Gay City organizes events & activities for Gay & Bi men & offers anonymous & confidential HIV/STD testing at the Center for LGBT Health, 511 E Pike St. More info or to schedule an appointment, 860-6969. www.gaycity.org Gay & Lesbian National Hotline (GLNH): 1-888-THEGLNH (1-888-843-4564). Non-profit, peer-counseling, information & local resources telephone hotline for GLBT people across the country.

GLSEN/WA - Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network - 330-2099; www.glsenwa.org Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA) 363-9188; www.thegsba.org HIV/AIDS Program, Seattle/King County Dept of Public Health, provides confidential/anonymous information about & testing for HIV/AIDS. 205-7837. For a comprehensive list of HIV/AIDS service organizations see the GSBA Guide or visit www.thegsba.org or call Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 328-8979.

Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle & the Olympic & Rainier Empire - www.imperialcourtofseattle.com Lambert House - 322-2515; www.lamberthouse.org LGBT Library - 511 E Pike St. Open Mon-Fri 2-8pm; Sat 2-5pm. A wide range of fiction and non-fiction for the LGBT community and allies can be borrowed free of charge.

LGBT MS Connection - 250-5002; LGBTMS Connection@gmail.com. Support group for LGBT persons with MS and their partners and their caregivers. Sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society.

Lifelong AIDS Alliance - 328-8979, www.lifelongaids alliance.org MEN: Gay City: 860-6969, www.gaycity.org; Knights of Mantra: 329-0886, www.jetchapterkofm.com; Mature Friends: Gay men & women 40 & over, www.maturefriends.org; Northwest Bears: www.nw bears.com; The Olympians: www.TheOlympians. net; POZSeattle: www.pozseattle.org; Q-Squared: www.qsquared.org; Rain City Jacks: 888-809-5035, www.raincityjacks.org; Seattle Gay Couples: www. seattlegaycouples.org; Seattle Men in Leather: www. seattlemeninleather. org; Seattle Prime Timers: Gay & Bi men 40 & over, www.seattle primetimers.org.

MUSIC: Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony.org; Rainbow City Band: 1-866-841-9139 ext 2126; rainbowcityband@onebox.com; www.rainbowcity band. com; Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus: 388-1408, 323-0750. www.flyinghouse. org.

Northwest Rainbow Alliance for the Deaf - www. nwrad.org Olympia/Thurston County: www.RainbowCenterOly. org Out & Equal Workplace Advocates/Seattle Regional Affiliate supports the work of LGBT employees and the growing number of ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) making a difference within local companies. www.outandequal.org/affiliates/seattle PARENTHOOD: Families Like Ours provides a gateway for LGBT families interested in adoption & provides a network of safe placement agencies, training, support & resources: 441-7602, www.familieslikeours. org; Family Works offers support, information & activities for LGBT families: 694-6727, www.familyworks seattle. org; Gay Fathers’ Association of Seattle offers support groups & social activities: www.gfas. org; Maybe Baby, info@maybebabyseattle.org; Proud & Loud Families - Northwest, www.meetup.com/ proud-and-loud-families-northwest, plfnorthwest@ aol.com; Queer Parent Networking Dinners: Deann, 568-7777, deann@nwnetwork.org; Rainbow Families of Puget Sound: www.rainbowfamiliesps.org Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)/Washington State: 325-7724, www. seattle-pflag.org, with directory of PFLAG chapters in Washington State; www.pnwpflag.org; National PFLAG, www.pflag.org PEOPLE OF COLOR: Asian/Pacific Islander Queer Network Project at the API Safety Center, April, 4679976; Center for MultiCultural Health, 461-6910, www.multi-culturalhealth.org; Entre Hermanos, GLBT Latinos/as, 322-7700, www.entrehermanos.org; Ile LaiLai, 781-3565, iya@ilelailai.org; Men of All Colors & Cultures Together (MACCT), 923-8313, macctseattle@yahoo.com, www.macctsea.org; People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN), 322-7061; Seattle Two Spirit, SeattleTwoSpirit@ hotmail.com; Sistah 2 Sistah, LBT women of African descent, 3227061, 255-8951; Trikone-Northwest, GLBT South Asians, (425) 985-4376, www.trikonenw. org; TwoSpirit Honor Project, 1-866-685-0164.

Pride Foundation - 323-3318; www.pridefoundation. org Project NEON is a program of Seattle Counseling Service providing FREE information & services to Gay & Bi men to reduce health risks associated with methamphetamine use. 323-1768. www.crystalneon.org Public Health-Seattle & King County Online Comprehensive Health Information for Sexual Minorities: www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/

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personal/glbt.aspx Q Law: The GLBT Bar Association of WA - 6826711; www.q-law.org Q Law GLBT Legal Clinic - 235-7235.

Resource & Referral Line can connect you to LGBT-friendly resources throughout Puget Sound and beyond. Call 323-LGBT Mon-Fri 2-8pm; Sat 2-5pm. At other times leave voice mail and your call will be returned. Or visit www.gaycity.org to view list of resources online or through Facebook.

Rosehedge/Multifaith Works - 324-1520; www. rosehedge.org Safe Schools Coalition - www.safeschools coalition.org SEAMEC interviews, researches & rates candidates for public office on issues of concern to the LGBT community. www.seamec.org Seattle Area Support Groups & Community Center (SASG) is a non-profit organization that builds community and cultivates powerful, healthy lives by providing emotional support and personal development services to those affected by HIV/AIDS, the Queer communities, and those who love them. Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities - 6844503.

Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities is a community mental health service for GLBT persons & their families providing comprehensive mental health services on a sliding scale. 323-1768.

Seattle Police Department Sexual Minorities Community Advisory Council: kim.bogucki@seattle. gov Seattle Treatment Education Project (STEP) E-zine is an electronic resource distributed to people affected

by HIV/AIDS, case managers, front line workers & other health professionals. Now a part of Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 328-8979, www.thebody.com/step/ steppage.html Servicemembers Legal Defense Network - (202) 328-3244; www.sldn.org Shanti - 324-1520; www.rosehedge.org SHIFT: A Peer Recovery Network - www.shiftrecovery.org Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, The Abbey of St. Joan - 860-3666; www.theabbey.org Snohomish Health District HIV/AIDS Program provides free confidential/anonymous HIV counseling &

testing 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, until 7pm Tuesdays.

(425) 339-5298.

Spokane/Inland Northwest - www.outspokane.com; www.stonewallnews.net SPORTS & RECREATION: Bent Car Guys: www. bentcarguys.org; Border Riders Motorcycle Club: www.borderriders.com; Bottom Dwellers Scuba Club: www.bottomdwellers.org; Capitol Hill Cyclers: join their Facebook group or email capitolhillcycling@ groups.facebook.com or jordan.l.simonson@gmail. com; Cascade Flyers: www.cascadeflyers.org; Different Spokes Bicycling Club: www.differentspokes.org; Emerald City Mudhen Rugby: www.mudhenrugby. com; Emerald City Softball Association: www.emeraldcity softball.org, www.eteamz.com/womensecsa; Ethyl Forever Car Club: http://Clubs.Hemmings.com/ EthylForever CarClub/; Festival of the Babes: www. festivalofthebabes.com; Hiking Group: 323-8382; Jet City Hoops: www.jetcityhoops.org; Olympic Yacht Club: www.oycnw.org; OutVentures: outdoor education & recreation activities, www.out ventures. org; Pacific Northwest Gay Rodeo Association: www.pacificnwgra.org; Puddletown Squares: www. puddletownsquares.org; Rain City Soccer: www. raincitysoccer.org; Rain Country: a country-western dance organization catering to the LGBTQ community but open to all, www.raincountry dance.org; Seattle Frontrunners: www.seattlefront runners.org; Seattle Orca Swim Team: www.orca swimteam.org; Seattle Otters Water Polo: www.otter polo.com; Seattle Quake Rugby: www.quakerugby. com; Seattle Tennis Alliance: www.seattletennis alliance.org; Seattle Unified Bowling Association (SUBA): magee98106@ aol.com, www.teamseattle. org/bowling.htm, www.theprideleague.com, Century 21 League; Seattle United Soccer League: www.seattleunitedsl.com; Seattle Volleyball Club: www.seattlevolleyballclub.com; Ski Buddies: www. skibuddies.org; Team Seattle Gay Sports Network is an umbrella organization for a wide range of local GLBT sports activities, 367-4064, www. teamseattle.org (see website for comprehensive list of sports clubs); Triangle Recreation Camp at Bender Creek: recreational camping for GLBT folks. Must be 21; ID required. trc@camptrc.org, www.camptrc.org, 1122 E Pike St #1069, Seattle 98122-3934.

Strength Over Speed - www.strengthoverspeed.org Tacky Tourist Clubs of America, Seattle Chapter - www.ttca.org; bruce@ttca.org; 1122 E Pike St PMB 905, Seattle, WA 98122-3934.

Tacoma/Pierce County - Rainbow Center, 741 St Helens Ave, a resource center for the LGBTIQA community of Pierce County, (253) 383-2318, www. rainbowcntr.org TRANSGENDER: Emerald City Social Club: (425) 827-9494; Gender Odyssey: www.genderodyssey. com; Hermanos Trans Latino & Foreign-Born Support Group: 322-7700; Ingersoll Gender Center: 329-6651, www.ingersollcenter.org; Washington Gender Alliance: (360) 445-2411, www.washington genderalliance.com WOMEN: BABES: support groups for HIV+ women.

720-5566, 1-888-292-1912; Festival of the Babes: www.festivalofthebabes.com; Lesbians Over 40: 722-0729; Mature Friends: Gay men & women 40 & over, www.maturefriends.org; Older Lesbians Organizing for Change/WA State Chapter: gloria@oloc. org, mary@oloc.org, www.oloc.org; Pacific Northwest Lesbian Archives: www.pnwlesbianarchives.org; RainshadowWomen: RainshadowWomen@aol.com; Seattle Girls of Leather: www.sgol.org; Tacoma Lesbian Concern (TLC): www.tacomalesbian concern. org; WOWS: a fun, member-driven social group for Lesbians, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/womenofwestseattle; YWCA Women’s Health Outreach: providing low or no-cost mammograms for income eligible 40+ LBTQ individuals. Follow us at http:// lbtqhealth-ywca.blogspot.com, twitter.com/ingridWHO or email lbthealth@ywcaworks.org, 436-8671.

Yakima: First Fridays - (509) 576-0276. www.gayakima.com/1stfridays.html YOUTH: B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group): Youth Eastside Services offers many programs for GLBT youth, including B-GLAD, (425) 747-4937; Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony. org; GLSEN/Washington State (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network) & Washington State GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Network: GLSEN works to create safe schools for LGBT students. WA GSA Network supports youth-led GSA’s to fight harassment & homophobia in Washington state schools. 330-2099; www.glsenwa. org; www.wagsa.org. GLOBE (GLBTQ Loving Ourselves, Becoming Empowered): a support group & HIV/STD prevention program for GLBTQ youth, 14-20, in Everett, (425) 263-2908, www.globeyouth.org; It Gets Better Project: www.itgetsbetter.org; Lambert House: an activities & resource center for LGBT youth, 14-22, in Seattle, 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org; www.MatthewsPlace.com; Oasis Youth Center: for GLBTQ youth, ages 14-25, in Tacoma, (253) 6712838, www.oasisyouthcen ter.org; Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)/Puget Sound: 325-7724, www.seattle-pflag.org; Safe Schools Coalition: www.safeschoolscoalition.org; 632-0662 ext 49 (non-emergency), 1-888-99-VOICE (crisis line); Seattle Young People’s Project (Queer Youth Resource Board): 860-9606, www.sypp.org; Teen Link: 461-4922, 1-888-431-TEEN; The Trevor Project: 866-4-U-Trevor; www.thetrevorproject.org; True Colors - Connecting LGBTQ Teens: in Shoreline, 362-7282 x 8018, lbagley@chs-nw.org; YouthCare/ Orion Center: 622-5555; YouthCare/Isis Program (Transitional Living Home for LGBTQ Young Adults, 18-22): 522-8412; Youth Suicide Prevention Program (OUTLoud-GLBTQ): 297-5922, ext 116, 1-800-273-TALK, www.yspp.org

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