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by Eric Andrews-Katz SGN A&E Writer My Fuzzy Valentine: We Have A [Heart] On 4U February 11-12 Erickson TheatER Off Broadway “Come on, bears! Let’s put on a show!” Not quite the call from an MGM musical, but it may

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by Shaun Knittel SGN Associate Editor A local film, described by everyone involved as a “labor of love,” has been accepted into the international Queer film festivals in London and beyond – and it needs your help to get there.

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Davis) who prides himself on his work with the Seattle LGBT community. At the same time, Jesus is having unprotected sex and cheating on Johnny, his long-time partner (Samonte Cruz).

Jesus’ world implodes Johnny Samonte Cruz as when he discovers that H e a r t he is HIV-positive, forcing him to Breaks Open is a feature film confront his innermost fears, his about Queer life, public health, relationship with his ex-boyfriend, and community accountability and a future living with HIV. Faced which strives to provoke – and with the unknown, Jesus is pulled from the brink of self-destruction does.

The film follows a model Queer by Sister Alysa Trailer (Brian Peactivist, poet, and community ters), who leads him down the path advocate Jesus (Maximillian of self-discovery.

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very well indeed be a Seattle interpretation. And just in time for Valentine’s Day, the Seattle-based singing group of girth presents My Fuzzy Valentine: We Have A [Heart] On 4 U. The singing quintet consists of Tony Gilkinson (founder), Steve Wolf, Clair Stevenson, Mike Krake, and Paul Bartholomew. As an added benefit, they will be accompanied by Christopher Smith on keyboards and will cover a wide variety of song styles. With the concert on Valentine’s Day weekend, it should be easy to figure out the common theme of the show.

Big-hearted fun will be had

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In a nuanced and subtle way, Heart Breaks Open comments on the notion of a “second coming” of the Christian Jesus Christ. The film deviates from the traditional three-act story structure, commonly used in fiction film, and follows the path of the Christian “Stations of the Cross.” Instead of a cross, HIV is Jesus’ burden to bear. Instead of the daughters of Jerusalem, Jesus is met by the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. Heart see heart breaks page 32

PNB offers radiant Cinderella Seattle prepares to Rock of Ages revival as Valentine’s gift tallic bands of the 1980s must have been having a flashback.

But whoever it was, they were evidently on the right track!

Rock of Ages opened this week at the Paramount Theatre and rocked the house! The fivetime Tony Award nominee is currently on tour with Con-

and Jeffrey Stanton Lesley Rausch as Cinderella as the Prince in Cinderella

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Rock of Ages Paramount Theatre Through February 13 Whoever thought that making a Broadway musical from the music of the big-haired me-

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Cinderella McCaw Hall Through February 13 Pacific Northwest Ballet offers a pre-Valentine’s Day treat to Seattle dance fans with its radiant revival of Cinderella. Danced to Sergei Prokofiev’s acclaimed score, with a few additions from the composer’s vast repertory, the PNB production was originally choreographed in 1994

by Kent Stowell, then PNB’s co-artistic director. The 2011 revival, the first in nine years, is staged by Stowell and Fran-

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see rock of ages page 33 Constantine Maroulis (center) and the Broadway cast of Rock of Ages

Oscar-nominated short films now playing at U-District’s Varsity

by Scott Rice SGN Contributing Writer

his priest struggle with Christian dogma and sexuality, as the teen’s dying wish is to lose his virginity. Cock-blocked by his high school sweetheart, a band of nasty hookers, and a somewhat disconcerted rep from the Make-a-Wish Foundation, David (Samuel Peter Holland) slips further into frustration and despair as he waits for death. Will he get laid, or won’t he? Will God really be mad if he does?

Will the priest (Jim Carter) figure a dogmatic compromise, or will he send the kid to his grave never knowing the magic of sex? The situation and its implications are powerful stuff and complicated more by Holland’s portrayal of cancer boy as stark, angry, and totally unsentimental. What could have slipped into predictable melodrama, instead, provocatively surprises at every turn.

The Crush Michael Creagh Charming and disturbing is a tough combination to pull off. Director Michael Creagh does it largely on the shoulders of his son Oran Creagh as the precocious wouldbe paramour to pretty grammar school teacher Miss Purdy (Olga Wehrly). The Creagh scion steals the entire movie playing Na Wewe Ardal, an 8-year-old lad who won’t stand for Ivan Goldschmidt not being taken seriously and who won’t let Americans take the law for granted. a couple of decades of age difference or his We travel cross-country on speedy inter26 Seattle Gay News

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The Gruffalo Jakob Schuh and Max Lang A mega-star cast and beautiful animation give legs to the cinematic version of the beloved 1999 book written by Julia Donaldson and illustrated by Axel Scheffler. A mouse walks through the woods tricking a fox, an owl, and a snake who want to eat him. The book was written for 3- to 7-year-olds and the film seems to aim for the same audience.

I wish there was more layered humor meant for grown-ups (see The Brave Little Toaster, The Confession 1987), but it’s still a sweet film with a terrific Tanel Toom Although the photography is cast and lovely artwork. gorgeous, the editing seamless, The Lost Thing and the acting sublime, the most Shaun Tan and salient reason to see The ConfesAndrew Ruhemann sion is for the expertly crafted narThe Lost Thing, also based on a chilrative by screenwriter Caroline Bruckner from an idea by director dren’s book (by co-director Shaun Tan), is Tanel Toom; the writing is near a bizarre tale with bizarre animation from perfection. Sam’s (Lewis Howl- a team of Aussies who themselves may, or may not, be bizarre. A boy finds a strange creature while searching for bottle caps on the beach.

He decides to find a home for the creature but finds the world apathetic to his endeavor. The story is simple and sweet and a little weird. The animation is weirdly wonderful. Not perfect, but definitely Pollute Let’s worth a look. ett) first confession looms Madagascar, a Journey Diary and he has a problem. His Bastien Dubois buddy Jacob (Joe Eales) Watching Madagascar is like sitting in decides to help him out and the results are disas- Bastien Dubois’s living room looking at trous and life-changing. a picture album from his vacation, except The numerous surprises there is awesome music and beautiful (if are poignant and thought uneven) animation. There’s also an uneasy provoking right up to the feeling of native folks being seen as quaint artistically fearless end- through a European lens that finds itself ing. This is my pick for way more sophisticated than the people who inspired the images. Though the whole deal the statue. feels a bit smug and the animation looks like it was drawn by a number of artists with vastly disparate artistic sensibilities, the music and the joy infused within the film save the day.

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Let’s Pollute Geefwee Boedoe It’s supposed to be ironic satire, I think.

It’s actually obvious, derivative, and astoundingly obtuse. A parody of ‘50s era educational films, Let’s Pollute reminds us we are a sickeningly wasteful consumer culture comprised of thoughtless mucks who let the unbridled multinational corporations sell them over-packaged, over-processed crap we don’t need. I get it. Now, how do we change it? Even the animation seems familiar and uninspired.

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God of Love Luke Matheny God of Love is a New York flick through and through, and the weakest of a strong field. I imagine this is what would happen if Martin Scorsese and Woody Allen tried to collaborate but neither had eaten for a while.

I figure they’d make a decent effort even while suffering from mild hypoglycemia. A dart-throwing lounge singer (director Luke Matheny) has it bad for his bandmate Kelly (Marion Brock), who in turn has a crush on his other band mate, and BBF, Fozzie (Christopher Hirsh). Yeah, it’s a love triangle complete with obvious deus ex machina.

Magic darts arrive, zany mishaps follow, and love conquers all, yada, yada, yada….

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prepubescent status keep him from actively pursuing and eventually defending (in a fight to the death, no less) the object of his The Oscar-Nominated affection. The story is familiar though takShort Films of 2011 en to its extremes, the production is solid if Opening February 11 a bit plebeian, and the final scenes are good Varsity Theatre clean fun but inexplicably lacking in tenShort films always get short shrift at the sion. That said, you gotta see this kid act.

Oscars. Many people think the main reason the Academy hands out Oscars for animated and live-action short films is so viewers can take a piss without the chance of missing a sophisticated movie star making an ass of themselves on live television. The truth is the Academy bestows these awards on brilliant filmmakers who play in a genre that works quite differently than feature The Crush length cinema – not better, not worse, just differently.

This year’s crop of 10 flicks all under the Wish 143 requisite 40-minute limit are a delicious Ian Barnes mix from around the world. Subject matter and Samantha ranges from the deeply personal to politi- Waite cal treatises to wonderful silliness seasoned The setup is interesting: with a dash of whimsy. You may cry, you a cancer-stricken boy and may think, you may simply smile, and you’ll probably do a little of each.

The Oscar-nominated short films of 2011, animated and live-action, begin an exclusive engagement February 11 at Landmark’s Varsity Theatre in the heart of the U-District. Call 206781-5755 for show times.

Here’s the skinny on all 10 nominees.

states, stopping for gas in small towns and comforted by the fact that all our laws are written down in some big leather-bound book stowed away in the bowels of some big granite building and defended by dudes in uniforms that we like to disrespect when they’re not around. It’s not like that everywhere, and director Ivan Goldschmidt serves up a tense reminder of this with his short film Na Wewe. It’s 1994 in the warravaged African nation of Burundi. Burundi suffers from the same ethnic strife between Hutu and Tutsi that resulted in the atrocities so well-known in neighboring Rwanda.

A varied bus load of people get stopped by an unaffiliated troupe of armed locals who proceed to identify each passenger one by one (oddly, the only acting credit goes to the only white guy in the film). The narrative is fast-paced and the tension is grueling as each person is haphazardly interrogated by the head thugs while boy-soldiers point Kalashnikovs at them and rifle through their belongings. In a lawless land, speaking the wrong language can be a real problem.

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Day & Night Teddy Newton Pure ingenuity: Day & Night takes you back to the days of Chuck Jones and his ingenious animated short Duck Amuck starring Daffy Duck and featuring all kinds of smart, self-referential cinematic gags. Day & Night toys with the realities available to animators who dare to enter new cinematic spaces. The characters, Day and, uh, Night, become a screen containing landscapes that seem familiar and alien at the same time. We, the viewers, sort of know where we are, but we’re not sure how Pixar magician Teddy Newton got us there.

Doesn’t matter, the ride is awesome. My pick for the Oscar nod based on originality and unorthodox storytelling.

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SGN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW SIFF Cinema presents Noir City SGN speaks with Film Noir Foundation founder Eddie Mueller

by Sara Michelle Fetters SGN Contributing Writer

Sara Michelle Fetters: How did you decide upon the lineup for this year’s edition of Noir City? How difficult is it to come up with the 14 titles you feel excited about programming?

Eddie Mueller: Funnily enough, I picked [this year’s lineup] while I was in Seattle for the festival last year. For whatever reasons, that’s generally how it works. There’s something about Seattle that gets me thinking, and my trips up there seem to be quite productive. In that week, I amass all these ideas and come up with some possible themes for a festival, and I take it from there. There is no simple pat answer to this question – all sorts of factors come into play, like the rarity of the films and the fact I really want to show films we haven’t shown before and ones that are not readily available. Then there are, of course, the pictures the Film Noir Foundation has spent the time restoring and manufacturing new prints for. Films that we save and rescue we intend to show.

Fetters: That has to make you feel pretty great – that you get the opportunity to showcase films that you yourself had a hand in saving for future posterity.

Mueller: It’s why I do this. If it was just like, ‘Let’s show movies,’ quite honestly I’d do something else. I’d get back to the career as a writer I’d set out for myself originally.

But that’s how all this started. I wrote my first book on film noir and was promoting it and someone suggested I stage a festival as a way to promote the book, and it just snowballed. … Now the festivals and the Film Noir Foundation have become the career, and the writing is something I try to do in-

better make sure and do it.

Fetters: I love the way that you have the double features lined up. You’re pairing movies like Otto Preminger’s amazing Angel Face with one of the Film Noir Foundation’s own restorations, Jack Bernhard’s (Decoy) almost unheard of surreal noir The Hunted. Every night it’s something semi-familiar with something almost entirely unknown, and as cinematic double-whammies go that seems like the right way to do it when you’re programming a festival such as this.

Mueller: You see it kind of clearly. That’s the principle. In the case of those two films in particular, Angel Face is one of the great femme fatale movies. It’s definitive in the sense that people almost always talk about how the femme fatale in these movies [are] the most important element and you can’t always agree with that assessment, but in the case of Angel Face, it is a true femme fatale movie. [Jean Simmons] is that last person that Robert Mitchum should be getting involved with. She is the most dangerous woman on earth.

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The Hunted appears to be one of those kinds of femme fatale movies, but in reality it is not. It makes for an interesting doublebill because all of the themes and ideas that you see in Angel Face come to bear in The Hunted, but then Steve Fisher, the screenwriter, starts playing around and turns

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Starting today, the folks over at SIFF Cinema present Noir City, a weeklong tribute to all things classic film noir. This annual mini-festival is programmed and presented

by Eddie Mueller, acclaimed writer (Dark City: The Lost World of Film Noir, Dark City Dames: The Wicked Women of Film Noir) and the founder and president of the internationally recognized Film Noir Foundation.

This year’s lineup includes classic favorites like Angel Face with Jean Simmons and Don’t Bother to Knock with Marilyn Monroe, little-seen gems like George Cukor’s A Double Life and still-unavailable on DVD classics like Jean Renoir’s The Woman on the Beach. The festival also sports three titles – High Wall with Robert Taylor, Loophole with Barry Sullivan, and Jack Bernhard’s The Hunted – restored to their original 35mm glory by the Film Noir Foundation itself, none of which are available on DVD. Speaking with him via telephone and before his scheduled arrival here in Seattle, I had the opportunity to chat with Mueller about this year’s SIFF Cinema lineup, the enduring popularity of film noir, and the state of cinema in general. Here are some the highlights from that conversation.

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But to get back to your pertinent observations, rescuing the films is extraordinarily gratifying. I feel a great connection to the filmmakers and the actors and actresses themselves. What is the shelf life of a film?

If not properly cared for, I think it might be 50 or 60 years, tops, so it’s not timeless, and it’s a major issue that everyone is dealing with right now in regards to their back catalogs and libraries. Digital is great, but truth be told it’s not the best preservation medium around.

It’s a volatile medium, and there is no guarantee it’s going to look appropriate or as the filmmaker intended. My concern is what a damn shame if a particular film no longer [exists] in its original format and if there is something that we can do to ensure that it does then we damn well

watch these films and they are very tough and hard-edged so that they remain vital for a contemporary audience – there is nothing sappy about them.

I also think the reason these films stay so popular is that people aren’t exactly sure what it is. People always argue about film noir. What is it? What exactly does it mean?

I think the elusiveness of a definition is part of why the genre remains so popular. People have a very intense reaction to [these films] that you just don’t see with other movies and I think that’s a big part of the reason film noir remains so popular.

Fetters: And what do you think of the current state of film noir?

Mueller: I said this to someone earlier, but as far as the current state of film noir is concerned, I don’t think you can recreate it; I only think you can appropriate it. To me it is completely valid if contemporary filmmakers are taking the underpinnings of noir and using them in their films to expand the notion of what noir is. To me, that style is of a period and it can only exist in that period. It happened for a reason when it did, it was a perfect storm.

Artistically, intellectually, and poetically, noir had to happen right when it did – there’s no way it couldn’t have happened.

So trying to recreate them now is a total mistake because a mainstream audience won’t relate to them in the same way. But if you’re making a film that generally understands the underlying psychology of noir, that you’re telling stories about desperate people doing the wrong thing and having to pay the consequences, then I think that is entirely appropriate, and that there are modern filmmakers capable of tapping into noir in that way.

Fetters: So, putting you completely and unfairly on the spot, you’ve got 14 films in this year’s Noir City festival. If a person could only go to one night and see only two of them, what night should they attend?

And, yes, I know, this is quite possibly the worst question ever.

M u e l l e r : [Laughs.] Well, it kind of is the worst question ever … we feel like we’ve been pretty smart in our programming to make sure that we have something that appeals to everybody. So I don’t want to tell people what films to choose or what night they should prioritize to attend as I want them to try and go to as many of them as they can.

But if I had to choose, obviously I’d urge people to go to a show where it might be the only chance to see a particular movie, period. So many of these titles aren’t available on DVD, and they might never be. I will state without hesitation that Angel Face is the best movie that we are showing, but it is available on DVD. But movies like The Hunted, or Crashout, or The Dark Mirror, or The Woman on the Beach are not, and you may not ever get another chance to see them – especially in these instances, where the prints are just gorgeous. That’s my tip. That’s what I’d suggest. Go see the ones you wouldn’t get the opportunity to see otherwise.

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things on their head. Who’s the real predator in this, is it the woman or the guy in love with her? It’s a very interesting film.

Fetters: Writer James Ellroy has dubbed you “the czar of noir.” With that being the case, why do you think film noir has managed to make such an indelible impression on the cinematic landscape? What is it about these

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Mueller: There are several reasons for this, I believe. The films come from a place in American history that, to me at least, was America at its zenith in terms of its style.

American style was at its highest point in the mid-20th century; the cars, the clothes, the sets, the cinematography, the music, there is nothing more gorgeous visually than these films. But there is a real cynicism to them as well and it is sort of where American culture lost its innocence. … You

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SGN PREDICTS the 53rd Grammy Awards Ten musical categories to follow closely

by Albert Rodriguez SGN A&E Writer

out on the televised event. Here’s my take on 10 close races.

They’re back: those music awards we hate to love. The 53rd Annual Grammy Awards aren’t promising to pick the most deserving winners – they never do, actually – but they will deliver a whopper of a show, with performances by Mick Jagger (backed by Raphael Saadiq and his band), Lady GaGa, Katy Perry, Arcade Fire, Miranda Lambert, Bruno Mars, Lady Antebellum, Rihanna, Muse, Usher, Janelle Monae, B.o.B, Justin Bieber, and Cee Lo Green featuring Gwyneth Paltrow and the Jim Henson Company Muppets. Scheduled as presenters are Norah Jones, Dierks Bentley, Nicki Minaj, Blake Shelton, LL Cool J, and Selena Gomez, with more to be announced this week. The Grammys will be televised Sunday night (February 13 on CBS) with a pre-ceremony streamed online that’ll reveal winners in about 95 categories, followed by red carpet arrivals. Only 12 to 15 of the 109 awards will be handed

RECORD OF THE YEAR Nominees: “Nothin’ on You” – B.o.B. featuring Bruno Mars, “Love the Way You Lie” – Eminem featuring Rihanna, “F*** You” – Cee Lo Green, “Empire State of Mind” – Jay-Z & Alicia Keys, “Need You Now” – Lady Antebellum Will Win: “Need You Now” The only non-R&B/rap entry in the group, Lady A’s monster crossover hit is likely to pull it out.

Should Win: “F*** You” A modern classic with a pinch of edginess, we’ll be humming to this years from now.

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ALBUM OF THE YEAR Nominees: The Suburbs – Arcade Fire, Recovery – Eminem, Need You Now – Lady Antebellum, The Fame Monster – Lady GaGa, Teenage Dream – Katy Perry Will / Should Win: Recovery Denied this award twice for The Marshall Mathers LP (2001) and The Eminem Show

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the past. The Church never broke up – playing together is what they’ve done, and done expertly, for years.

Though Priest is critically lauded, Starfish remains one of the most flawless albums of all time and was the evening’s high point. Born of the frustration of living in L.A. and relating to an alien environment, Starfish is foreboding, prophetic, shimmering, deep, and desolate – a masterpiece from the ominously gorgeous “Destination” to closer “Hotel Womb.” Seeing Starfish in its entirety was an incredible thrill. “Under the Milky Way,” their biggest hit, is ageless, and through fan favorites “Reptile” and Marty Willson-Piper’s “Spark,” The Church loosed their remaining energy.

Historically, by the time “Under the Milky Way” became a runaway hit, the band already had four albums under the belt – 1988’s acclaimed Starfish was mere-

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The Church February 7 The Triple Door Adjectives are plentiful when it comes to Australian band The Church, yet a tidy summation is elusive. Over the years, they’ve seemed a bit like sculptors shaping the evolving landscape of their sound.

“Neo-psychedelic” and “progressive” don’t completely jibe with vocalist Steve Kilbey’s free-association lyrics paired with the cascading interplay of sometimes up to four guitars (courtesy of Marty Willson-Piper, Peter Koppes, and touring protégé Craig Wilson).

The Church is definitely a band heavy on the atmosphere, but just as easily inspire grown men and women to air guitar. I witnessed this myself at The Triple Door last Monday, as The Church presented three essential albums back to back: Untitled #23, Priest=Aura, and Starfish (each marking one decade of their career). To convey the experience is to view it through the lens of the albums, and the albums are mighty.

Diving into a four-hour commitment with any band is questionable, but The Church presented the evening’s selections concisely

so that the subterranean Triple Door was a fitting way to sit back and soak it in. Kilbey and company started with 2009’s Untitled #23, crystallizing the album’s undulations without going off the rails into 10-minute jam sessions with hours remaining. “Pangaea” and “Happenstance” shimmered; the band looking a bit older and wiser, but ultra-cool – Kilbey wore what suspiciously appeared to be leather trousers (or perhaps slightly iridescent black jeans).

“I’m deliberately minimizing my incredible charm so as not to derail the flow of the record,” he said, leading into “Space Savior.” “Anchorage” was momentarily plagued with sound issues; Marty Willson-Piper’s monstrous pedal board apparently had a faulty Big Muff (purchased in Portland, he was quick to point out).

After a brief intermission (and “costume” changes for all) came Priest=Aura, considered by many to be the crown jewel of the band’s career. “Ripple,” “The Disillusionist” and “Kings” were standouts. The layered “Chaos” deftly moved from raucous into delicate, and back again. Thirty years of playing together has perfectly distilled the connection between the original members, plus longtime drummer Tim Powles.

It didn’t feel like a nostalgia tour or an older band cashing in on the accomplishments of

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ly a quarter of the way into what currently totals over 20 albums. The Church release records continuously, with never more than a three-year gap in between (which has only happened twice since 1986) plus a healthy dose of extracurricular recording projects.

They’ve persevered through label interference, ill-advised producer pairings, personality conflicts, and unbelievable tangles with a bankrupt U.S. distributor. The Church has prevailed and come out on top with Untitled #23 and the winding discography of a career band.

Most tours with pre-packaged, former albums done in entirety seem like a thinly veiled attempt to win back a lost audience; The Church remains light years from being a nostalgia act. Their fans remain dedicated because the band’s sense of self-discovery is still shining and intact.

BEST ROCK PERFORMANCE BY (2003), the rap superstar is owed, big time.

A DUO OR GROUP WITH VOCALS Going into Sunday night with the most Nominees: “Ready to Start” – Arcade nominations (10), it makes sense to finally bestow Eminem with a long overdue Album Fire, “I Put a Spell on You” – Jeff Beck & Joss Stone, “Tighten Up” – The Black Keys, of the Year gramophone.

“Radioactive” – Kings of Leon, “Resistance” – Muse SONG OF THE YEAR Will Win: “Ready to Start” Nominees: “Beg Steal or Borrow,” “F*** I have visions of Kings of Leon winning You,” “The House That Built Me,” “Love again, for a horrible song, but Arcade Fire the Way You Lie,” “Need You Now” being denied here seems unfathomable.

Will Win: “Need You Now” Should Win: “Tighten Up” With nearly 20,000 Grammy voters scatIt would be awesome if the Ohio bluestered across the country (and elsewhere), it comes down to the most listenable song of rock duo accepted their first Grammy for a single that matches the excitement of Ara majority.

Should Win: “The House That Built Me” cade Fire’s.

Although she didn’t write it, Miranda BEST RAP PERFORMANCE Lambert tells a heartfelt story about returnBY A DUO OR GROUP ing to her childhood home. Yet, it won’t be Nominees: “Shutterbug” – Big Boi, enough to stop the Lady A express train.

Bosko, Cutty & Mouche, “Fancy” – Drake, T.I. & Swizz Beatz, “On to the Next One” BEST NEW ARTIST Nominees: Justin Bieber, Drake, Florence – Jay-Z & Swizz Beatz, “My Chick Bad” – & The Machine, Mumford & Sons, Esper- Ludacris & Nicki Minaj, “Lose My Mind” – Young Jeezy & Plies anza Spalding Will Win: “On to the Next One” Will Win: Drake Eminem will grab the lion’s share of If the Jonas Brothers didn’t win BNA two years ago, don’t expect teen machine Bieber awards on Sunday night, but they can’t let to get it either – just a nomination is more Jay-Z go home empty-handed.

Should Win: “Shutterbug” than generous. Instead, hip-hop and fellow Damn that Big Boi for making catchy countryman Drake is the one to beat. songs!

Should Win: Esperanza Spalding Here’s hoping for an upset, in the form of BEST COUNTRY ALBUM Northwest native Spalding – an artist who’s Nominees: Up on the Ridge – Dierks carved her own genre.

Bentley, You Get What You Give – Zac Brown Band, The Guitar Song – Jamey BEST FEMALE Johnson, Need You Now – Lady AntebelPOP VOCAL PERFORMANCE Nominees: “King of Anything” – Sara lum, Revolution – Miranda Lambert Will Win: Need You Now Bareiles, “Halo (Live)” – Beyoncé, “ChasNot often has an Album of the Year nomiing Pirates” – Norah Jones, “Bad Romance” – Lady GaGa, “Teenage Dream” – Katy nee lost in its own field, although the Dixie Chicks did upset Shania Twain in 1999.

Perry Should Win: Revolution Will / Should Win: “Teenage Dream” Released in late 2009, and eligible for this I loves me some GaGa, but Perry’s track deserves the win here. It could still swing year’s Grammys (don’t ask), a better choice in the Lady’s favor, so keep an eye on this is Lambert’s kick-ass fourth studio offering. always-close race.

BEST AMERICANA ALBUM Nominees: The List – Rosanne Cash, Tin BEST DANCE RECORDING Nominees: “Rocket” – Goldfrapp, “In for Can Trust – Los Lobos, Country Music – the Kill” – LaRoux, “Dance in the Dark” Willie Nelson, Band of Joy – Robert Plant, – Lady GaGa, “Only Girl (In the World)” – You Are Not Alone – Mavis Staples Will Win: Band of Joy Rihanna, “Dance on My Own” – Robyn Grammy voters have a sweet tooth for Will Win: “Dance in the Dark” Here’s where Lady GaGa adds to her rock icons, and Plant is as big as you get.

Grammy stash, a category she easily won Plus, he made a darn good album.

Should Win: You Are Not Alone last year, too.

Known for her soul and gospel work, Should Win: “In for the Kill” I won’t shed a tear if GaGa or Robyn take Staples isn’t miscategorized for an album it, though LaRoux’s single was a cut above. that takes listeners on a great, inspirational American journey.

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Bettye LaVette sparkles at Jazz Alley indepen dant weekly

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by Mercy Moosemuzzle SGN Contributing Writer

Big Gig at the Triple Door on February 3.

Michelle Searle’s nice big voice did well with “You and the Night and the Music.”

Big Gig Her duet with Josephine Howell on “ReMercy and Cuteness enjoyed the sold-out spect Yourself” was a knockout.

Carrie Wicks had a smooth voice in her original “Don’t Be Afraid.” Aria Prame’s voice added sweetness in their duet, “Gentle Rain.” Kim Rushing’s provided richness in their trio “Come On Home.” Their harmonies were tight.

Billie Brandt’s song “If You Were a Song” was well served by his powerful voice. Mercy also liked the extended metaphor in his lyrics. The tap dancers, Jessie Sawyers and Danny Nielsen, were right on.

Comic Nathan Brannon raised the question of why kids have to be a certain age to play video games. Andy Shaw’s voice was strong in John Lennon’s “Beautiful Boy.” Josephine Howell came back with her incredible voice on “Summertime.” She performed a lovely “What’s Going On” in what she called “Marvin Gaye Josie style.” The whole group came back on for a fine set of improvisations on “I’ll Take You There.”

translation of the song. The CD is up for a Grammy. Mercy hopes it wins.

“I’ve Been This Way Too Long to Change” was fun. “Living And Dying With the Choices I’ve Made” followed. Reality whispered, “You can see she really lived that song.” Mercy agreed.

Bettye also nailed Ray Charles’ “They Call It Love But I Don’t Know.” After she sang, “Nights In White Satin,” Reality said, “I feel like I’m hearing that one for the first time. Brilliant, absolutely brilliant.”

“It Don’t Come Easy” was also fresh, as was “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down On Me.” Reality said, “I really like her back-up boys.”

LaVette’s interpretation of Peter Townsend’s “Rain On Me” was breathtaking. Mercy and Reality joined the long standing ovation.

“Water For The Journey” was a satisfying encore. Another long standing ovation followed.

Bettye LaVette Mercy’s friend Reality joined her for Bettye LaVette at Jazz Alley on February 6.

Jon Cleary opened with his fine voice and boogie woogie piano. Reality pointed out that the pianist liked to use the whole keyboard. Mercy agreed. High points were “I Get the Blues When It Rains,” “Young Boy Blues,” and Cleary’s original “When You Get Back.”

Reality pointed out that Jon has a bit of an accent. Mercy did some research and found he is English. Reality said, “His accent completely disappears when he sings.”

Bettye LaVette took the stage in her sparkling silver and black costume. She described her band – Alan Hill (keyboards and music director), Brett Lucas (guitar), Charles Bartels (bass), and Darryl Pierce (drums) – as fabulous. Mercy agreed. The singer talked about having performed for 50 years. Mercy could see LaVette has matured in those years.

Bettye opened with the Beatles tune “Say the Word.” This was an example of why Mercy loves LaVette’s new album Interpretations: The British Rock and Roll Songbook. It was a full-bodied personal

Spanish Language LGBT Radionovela Cuteness wants you to know about the National Center for Lesbian Rights, which is addressing cultural barriers that create walls so high that Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender people are unable to talk about their concerns, their dreams, and their lives with their family members out of fear of being ridiculed. Proyecto Poderoso is teaming up with San Francisco State University’s Family Acceptance Project and Radio Bilingüe to address this issue in the Latino community by producing a radionovela, a Spanish-language radio soap opera designed to break down these walls and to help families begin to talk about LGBT issues. Proyecto Poderoso, a radionovela series aims to promote dialogue, and ultimately family acceptance and equality.

The radionovela – Bienvenidos a Casa – will premiere between 6 and 7 p.m. on February 11, 2011 on Radio Bilingüe’s Rock-in da House program. It will be broadcast a total of 10 times from February 11 through March 31 on Radio Bilingüe stations across California, and will be available at www.radiobilingue.org.

by Eric Andrews-Katz SGN Contributing Writer

The Melody Lingers On February 5-6 Moore Theatre There are few in America who will not recognize the name Irving Berlin. There are even fewer – if any – who would not recognize at least one of the 1,500 songs he wrote.

For two performances, the Moore Theater was alive with celebration of this American master. Showtunes Theatre Company (hosted by the Moore Theater) presented The Melody Lingers On, a tribute to the genius and the 60-year career of musical virtuoso Irving Berlin.

With the help of a six-piece orchestra, nine singers took seats across the stage and entertained for over two hours. With excerpts of dialogue read from the book Irving Berlin: A Daughter’s Memoir, the performers laid out the life of Israel Baline, the son of a Jewish Russian cantor who became the first great American composer. Starting with his first hit song, “Alexander’s Ragtime Band,” the troupe delivered the classics (“What’ll I Do,” “Easter Parade”) and those less familiar, but nonetheless recognizable (“I

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Love A Piano,” “Change Partners”) tunes.

When they sang “God Bless America,” the performers explained that Berlin had 100% of the song’s royalties going to the Scouts of America, as he did not want to cash in on the nation’s patriotism.

Shelly Burch (Drama Desk Award nominee for Broadway’s NINE) sang a darker Berlin song, “Supper Time,” which tells the story of a woman’s reaction to the news that her husband has been lynched and how she’ll tell her children. Ms. Burch’s voice is powerful and mournful as she delivered the 1933 Berlin classic, emoting the pain that comes from the soul of the song without losing its bitter but beautiful melody. Louis Hobson (Broadway’s Next to Normal) represented Berlin’s army career with “Oh! How I Hate to Get Up in the Morning.” His somnolent voice expressed drowsy frustration with the army’s bugle call of “Reveille.” Matt Wolfe (5th Avenue’s Catch Me if You Can) brought the house to laughter and applause with his comic delivery of “Let Me Sing And I’m Happy.” Jenny Shotwell sang the comically saucy “You’d Be Surprised” with salacious timing. Jeff Church’s deep voice sang “Blue Skies” like a crooner of past years. Other solos included Connie Corrick (“Always”), Jon Lutyens (“Steppin’ Out With My Baby”), Aaron Shanks (“Shakin’ the Blues Away”), and Jessica Skerritt (“I Got the Sun in the Morning (and the Moon at Night)”). All nine performers had their chance to shine, and all succeeded and surpassed their goals.

Showtunes Theatre Company celebrated its 10th year in 2010. Putting on shows in concert style (no scenery and minimalistic costumes so the performers can concentrate on the songs themselves), Showtunes has put on a wide variety of musicals from Follies to Annie Warbucks. Boasting the talents of musical director Mark Rabe, Show-

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tunes also hosts Martin Charnin (lyricist of Broadway’s Annie) as artistic director and artist in residence.

After being victims of anti-Semitic Russian pogroms, the family of Irving Berlin settled in the lower eastside of New York in 1893, when Irving was only 5 years old. The hit “Alexander’s Ragtime Band” in 1911 set off an international dance craze, and placed young Berlin on his musical path. Many hit songs would follow, including “Always,” “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” and “Heatwave,” but it was his later Broadway hits Annie Get Your Gun (1946) and Call Me Madam (1950) that would allow him to pen the hits, “You’re Just in Love” and the showbiz anthem, “There’s

No Business Like Show Business.” Despite being born into a religious Jewish family, Berlin would pen the song “White Christmas” in 1942 and permanently establish himself as one of America’s greatest composers. In 1925, Irving met, fell in love with, and later married Ellin Mackay, the Catholic heiress of the Postal Telegraph Cable Company. Although the marriage was bitterly opposed, it lasted 63 years, producing four children and only ending with Irving’s death in 1989 at the age of 101.

To contact Eric Andrews-Katz, e-mail eric@sgn.org.

Celebrating 38 Years!

Billie Wildrick: Seattle’s blonde bombshell be lli ng ha m he ra ld

do you relate to your character?

Wildrick: [Snickers.] Mary doesn’t do things the way they are supposed to be done, just because it’s “the way to do it.” She questions everything and is cocky enough about her own sense of style that she doesn’t take rules for granted. Each question leads to another, and that leads Mary to some wild places. I want to understand and question everything. I always like having my own feet in the dirt. I relate to that as I blurt out what I think and feel. I’m a filter-less person.

Andrews-Katz: Since you’ve played both, which type is more challenging to play: the more experienced woman, or the innocent character?

Wildrick: The characters I have the hardest time with are the dumb ones. I’m always thinking and I think my way from point A to B to C. The characters that don’t chew on things or make decisions are hard for me to understand. April from Company I loved doing, because she is smart in her own way, but not by anyone else’s logic. Eileen in Wonderful Town was the easiest and a joy.

She filled my life with carbonated cherry

soda.

Andrews-Katz: What goals do you have for 2011?

Wildrick: Oh, I just thought of one the other day. There’s a piece of writing that I want to spend time with (reworking). I want to revisit it. I also like expanding myself in other ways like playing the guitar. I like working because then you grow, and I like keeping myself challenged.

Vanities: The Musical tells the story of three friends. Beginning with high school, it follows the girls through college and beyond, testing their friendship along the way.

Originally written in 1976, the play ran for over four years, and 2009 saw a musical adaptation by original author Jack Heifner and composer/lyricist David Kirshenbaum.

Although a CD of the musical has been released, many songs have been rewritten and/ or replaced making the Seattle debut more of a premiere.

To contact Eric Andrews-Katz, e-mail eric@sgn.org.

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by Eric Andrews-Katz SGN A&E Writer Vanities: The Musical 5th Avenue/ACT Theatre Through April 3 Billie Wildrick should be a familiar face to Seattle theatergoers. Not only is she a blonde bombshell, her voice is a strong legitimate soprano that puts her directly in the spotlight. Her Seattle résumé includes roles in Smokey Joe’s Café, Wonderful Town, and Into the Woods. Her roles as Dot in Sunday in the Park with George and as Claire in On the Town (both at the 5th Avenue) brought Billie into Seattle’s full spotlight. The Seattle Gay News caught up with Ms. Wildrick as she prepared for her new role, the premier debut of Vanities: The Musical.

Eric Andrews-Katz: How did you get the name “Billie”?

Billie Wildrick: Well, I was a bit of a surprise. My dad was named William Michael, and so Mom named me “Billie.” I’m a crossgender junior.

Andrews-Katz: At what age did the theater bug first bite you?

Wildrick: That’s hard to say. I was reported singing “Summertime” before I could walk. My mom would haul me out for party tricks, and she would hold me while I sang: “Fith are jumpin’ and the cotton too tight.”

It may have been a commentary about diapers, who knows.

Andrews-Katz: Where did you get your training?

Wildrick: Again, my mom was always encouraging me to dress up for the holidays: Santa suits for Christmas; leprechaun suits for St. Patrick’s Day, etc. … I did a little bit of theater growing up in Grosse Pointe, Michigan. A Peter Schaller talent scout picked me, but after three or four months we decided to quit after watching some of the stage mothers and their children. My mother was not a stage mother at all.

Andrews-Katz: Musically, who inspires you?

Wildrick: My mother would sing to me each night as she rocked me to sleep; song after song of showtunes and Peter, Paul, and Mary – folk stuff. Barbra Streisand is so amazing. She has a way of tossing her resonance. If you think about voices as movement that you produce with your breath, and the vibrations…. She can toss them and sense how to sing. I think she’s amazing. I also like musical Boy Choirs and Leonard Cohen. I’m in love with Leonard Cohen.

“Suzanne” was one of those songs I heard so early in my life, and there was something about him. When I’m feeling low, I play Boy’s Choirs (with the St. Paul’s Boy Choir, how can I keep from singing?).

I’m a fan of the Seattle Men’s Choir, but I’ve seen Captain Smartypants more than anything else.

Andrews-Katz: What was the first play you were ever in?

Wildrick: The Three Billy Goats Gruff. I was the largest of the three billy goats in pre-school. After that, it was when my sister Mary and I put on shows using our stuffed animals. Usually about six times a week, we’d do Jesus Christ Superstar (the double brown album).

Andrews-Katz: Your musical repertoire ranges from Stephen Sondheim and Jerry Herman to Stephen Flaherty and David Kirshenbaum. Do you prefer modern theater or the more classical?

Wildrick: I’d say I’m a mishmash. I love good stories and I like to tell good stories – a piece that doesn’t over-dictate to you with a shapeable piece of music.

Andrews-Katz: What was/is your favorite role to date?

Wildrick: Dot. I like her best because I don’t feel I did it right. I just know. It still thrills me to think about what I could have done differently. I do a show for the work, because I like the work and like to keep working. You never stop learning, there’s always something new.

Andrews-Katz: What was your biggest challenge with the role of Dot? Wildrick: My age came into it for me; ironically not when I played Marie [Dot/ Marie is the duel role of young woman/ grandmother]. I think I wanted to please everyone a little too much. I wanted and aimed for other people’s approval. There was so much expectation on me that I looked to the director, Sam Buntrock, instead of finding it myself.

Andrews-Katz: You’re getting ready to open in the musical Vanities. Were you familiar with the non-musical version before this?

Wildrick: I read it once I knew I was cast in the musical. I saw chunks of the HBO production, but not much, as I find it limits me. I think you need to read music to do musicals because if you learn from ear, you can’t learn from the raw material. That [watching someone else do a role before you go on] is like standing on someone else’s shoulders.

Andrews-Katz: Your character in Vanities is Mary, the “wild child.” In what ways

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with a strong-willed producer wife (Candace Vance as Paula), a pretty dish on the side (Emily Grogan as Tiffany), and a sycophantic friend (Evan Whitfield as Josh).

Their not-so-wonderful adult conversations around Winnie are cause for wincing, which both the audience and Winnie do, but also the cause for a lot of laughter.

Law plays the temperamental TV diva well, but doesn’t allow us to see much of the charismatic fellow that must draw people toward the character. He does the narcissistic, needy side very well.

Vance doesn’t appear until very late in the play, but since her character is talked about a lot, it’s a relief when she is there in the flesh for us to see and hear. She then comes across as entirely too substantial and capable to stand for Kevin’s shenanigans, and one wishes she could find someone worth her while.

Grogan flits about in a dithery, funny way, but also shows a real concern for Winnie.

Her character is another that seems too nice to be involved with Kevin Tate. Even Josh, a not-so-bright hanger-on, seems better than Kevin. Whitfield has a lovely moment where he talks to Winnie about his own daughter and gets to be both tender and very, very silly.

The play can be looked at as just a lot of fun, or you can look more deeply into the class chasm presented and the mystifying allure that celebrities have to the public, or even the struggles of parenting and relationships. Ayckbourn is incredibly good at comedic rhythms, and director Goodwin makes the most of them.

For more information, go to www.seattlepublictheater.org or call 206-524-1300.

My Wonderful Day Seattle Public Theater Through February 20 My Wonderful Day, a play by Alan Ayckbourn now playing at Seattle Public Theater, is a fun look at how adults see (or more properly don’t see) children around them.

Directed with warmth and great comic timing by Marcus Goodwin, the play focuses on 9-year-old Winnie and her homework assignment: write down everything that happens to her in a day.

Winnie has to be an exceptional actress, and SPT found one in N’Tasha Anders, still a student at Cornish College of the Arts. She must be short (and Anders is that) and also be able to convince the audience that she’s (almost) 9 and doesn’t understand these strange, loud adults as they demonstrate how very ugly adulthood can be. Anders makes cute, pained faces, shakes her head bewilderedly, and waggles her fingers in an expressive way. She makes us laugh.

Her single mother, Laverne, is very pregnant, but under the gun to go to work. She hopes to save enough for them all to move back to a dream life in Martinique, where they’ve emigrated from. Allison Strickland plays the lower-class working mother with warmth and a wide-eyed doggedness, trying to juggle cleaning with a semi-sick child home from school. Mom has come up with a great way for her daughter to learn French in anticipation of the move by declaring Tuesdays the day they speak French together. As Winnie speaks French to adults, they decide that maybe she can’t speak English, allowing them to become even more inappropriate around her.

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Breaks Open is a powerful film that will leave you spellbound. w e e k o f F e b r ua r y 11 - F e b r ua r y 17

ARIES (March 20 – April 19): Consider social demands before agreeing to any. You really need to focus on challenges at work.

Reexamine your goals and your strategies. Are they realistic?

Even the best plans need an occasional tweak.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20): You usually prefer safer paths, but are now too easily goaded to big gambles. Stop and think just a bit. Some risk-taking is good and necessary; exercise foresight, good sense and moderation. Then if it looks good, go for it!

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20): New sexual adventures can take you to places you’d never dreamed of. Be careful so the clinic isn’t on that list. Bragging about your new erotic adventures is also fine, but be careful about “the right time and place for everything.”

CANCER (June 21 – July 22): You and your partner need some spice in your love life, but agreeing on what’s needed could be tough. Take turns granting each other’s desires. You’ll be surprised! Be careful where you discuss this. Where it gets out could also be a surprise.

LEO (July 23 – August 22): Your efforts on teamwork are admirable, but remember that teamwork is not necessarily what you say it is! Work at taking orders and suggestions, then show how well you can carry those out.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22): Sports injuries and other accidents are out to get you. Whatever you do to relax, stay focused on developing technique and keep your eyes open to usual risks. If worse comes to worst, you’ll look sexy in a cast.

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22): Fun and games at home could start more fights than they would prevent. Or guide that heat to something more sexy. Strip Parcheesi? The best application for rough competitive energy could be wrestling to see who gets on top.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21): Family fights break out way too easily. Discussing those problems with a close friend can be more helpful than putting it in the face of your folks. Work helps you relieve some tension. It could even help you get some perspective.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 20): “Retail therapy” is just a euphemism for compulsive spending. In your heart you know it’s counterproductive. Better to sit down and analyze your finances. Learning a new game or creative outlet is helpful – if it doesn’t get expensive!

CAPRICORN (December 21 – January 19): Trying a new look can either get expensive or challenge your resourcefulness – and that’s your kind of challenge! Go for something radical and dramatic, even if it’s just for “those special occasions.”

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18): Some bee in your bonnet has you agitated and touchy. What’s at the bottom of this?

Who are you really angry at? Yourself? Talk with someone who knows your BS better than to fall for it.

PISCES (February 19 – March 19): One of your “friends” is out to double-cross you. Keep your radar up. Standing with one foot in the future and one in the past can blind you to the present.

Focus on the now and what matters at the moment.

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CAST AND CREW Heart Breaks Open took 14 months to complete. Emerging from a four-page outline, the 90-minute film was shot using improvisational acting and documentary camera operators, cinema vérité style.

Basil Shadid, the film’s producer, said that in order to give the project a real-life feel, actors worked alongside community members at local Seattle establishments. There is an HIV testing scene that was filmed at Gay City, a counseling scene that takes place at Lifelong AIDS Alliance, the pharmacy scenes were filmed at Mom’s Pharmacy, nightlife spots like Cuff and Purr were used, and a live show was filmed at The Vera Project.

“Local LGBT community members were involved in this project at every stage of the process,” Basil told Seattle Gay News.

“From the initial auditions to the final test screenings, people from Seattle’s Queer community contributed their time, energy, resources, and opinions.”

Basil says there are three ways that Heart Breaks Open stands out in the “plethora of films about HIV/AIDS.” First, Heart Breaks Open talks about HIV/ AIDS in the context of community accountability. “With infection rates still soaring, how are we accountable as a community to each other? Our film follows Jesus … who makes unsafe choices while struggling with his emotional demons,” he said. “These choices lead him to an HIV-positive diagnosis and a falling-out with the community he worked and loved in.”

Second, said Basil, “As someone who was raised Catholic, I wanted to use the imagery from a childhood religious upbringing to comment on HIV/AIDS, Queer community, and finding love after feeling like you let the world down.”

And third, “Heart Breaks Open attempts to be educational while being entertainment,” said Basil. “Using a documentary approach, we filmed our main characters in service-based situations. We hope that people who have never been tested can have the process demystified through the film.”

Billie Rain, the film’s director and one if its writers, told Seattle Gay News that “everyone who participated in the film did so in the spirit of collaboration.”

“As a person living with significant disabilities and chronic illness, the process of making this film was specifically structured to accommodate the needs of people with disabilities and chronic health conditions,” said Billie. “This served us very well during the collaboration process as it broke down the traditional hierarchies usually found in film production. At the same time, I was able to maintain my role as a director and feel that my disabilities were not treated or perceived as flaws in my directorial style – instead, they were incorporated into that style.”

Brian D. Peters, an actor who plays Michael and Sister Alysa Trailer in Heart Breaks Open, told Seattle Gay News, “As a person living with HIV in our community, I feel that what we are trying to do with this film is show the reality of what happens when people test positive for HIV and what they might go through – the turmoil, outward isolation, and so on.”

Brian says he felt drawn to the project immediately. “The story is so relevant to our community and I know there are other HIVpositive people out there that will feel the same connection that I do,” he said. “This film is a vessel for their story. Heart Breaks Open is brutally honest, in-your-face, and not sugar-coated.”

Actor Maximillian Davis, who plays Jesus in the film, told Seattle Gay News that when this project came along, “I thought it was a real opportunity to place focus on some of the lives in our community that very seldom get represented in the media in an honest and real manner.”

Maximillian said the film is so real that the content made for some emotional days on the set. “With the way we created and

shot the project, you had to draw on your own personal experience in order to fill out a story,” he said. “So the testing scene, for instance, can bring up some scary emotions. But Billie Rain was great at creating a space where everyone involved with the project – from the light and sound people to the clerk at Rancho Bravo counter – felt safe, and could laugh or cry or burp if they needed to.”

“We know the story is emotional,” he said.

“So Billie took great care in making sure that we exhaled during our down time.”

QUEER LONDON AND BEYOND Heart Breaks Open has been accepted into the International Queer film festival in London. Thus far, the film has not been previewed in Seattle, but the cast and crew are eagerly awaiting word from the Seattle Gay and Lesbian Film Festival to see if they can be showcased in the very city the project was born.

“To have Heart Breaks Open make it onto the world stage to share with people from all over the planet proves that we are all not as separated as we may think,” said Brian.

“Just because we do not live in the same part of the world, it doesn’t mean that we are not similar, connected, and going through the same shit.”

Obviously there are great costs associated with getting some of the cast and crew to London, so the organizers are asking for your help. On March 6, from 6-11:30 p.m., the cast is hosting “Bon Voyage: A Benefit for Heart Breaks Open.” In keeping with the movie theme, the benefit will be held in two acts with Act 1 being held at Julia’s on Broadway and Act 2 at The Broadway Grill in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle.

“Come out for an evening of fun, cocktails, food, and a gala advanced sneak preview screening of the film,” said Brian, the event’s main organizer. “Proceeds from our event will send our cast and crew to the 2011 Queer film festival season.”

Act 1 includes delicious appetizers, a champagne toast, no-host bar, and a private screening of Heart Breaks Open. Act 2 includes dinner and dessert buffet at the Broadway Grill with your first glass of wine included, a meet and greet with the cast and crew of the film, live performances from some the artists featured in the film, and a raffle drawing for fabulous prizes.

A limited number of tickets are available in three levels: fan club tickets, $60 or more, are for Act 1 only (50 tickets); sponsor tickets, $100 or more, include both Acts 1 & 2 (75 tickets); and patron tickets are available for $175 or more (25 tickets). Tickets are available at www.brownpapertickets.com.

“You can help make our dreams come true,” said Brian. “We know you have always wanted to help out with a movie, and here is your chance. Help us get our independent film into as many hands as possible.

Come out and show your love and support – we would love to have you be a part of the magic!”

“The film was a labor of love for everyone involved,” said Basil. “The communitybased collaborative approach used in Heart Breaks Open gave us a project that is already a part of something larger than itself.”

To watch trailers of the film or for more information about the cast and crew, go to www.heartbreaksopen.com.

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continued from the cover cia Russell, his wife and co-founding PNB artistic director. Performances continue tonight through Sunday.

While story ballets are always popular with general audiences, Cinderella also draws a sizeable family crowd because of the fairy tale setting. While last Friday’s opening night was heavily attended by children, this Cinderella is often a stretch for children. It is also a delightful fairy tale treat for all ages.

Celebrating 38 Years!

One major event of this revival was the ap- My Fuzzy Valentine: We Have A [Heart] pearance of Emil de Cou on the conductor’s On 4 U will be performed at the Erickson podium. Billed as a “guest conductor” for Theater Off Broadway (1524 Harvard Ave.). this production, he will assume the full-time Discounted tickets ($18) can be purchased position of PNB’s music director and princi- in advance online (http://www.brownpappal conductor at the start of the Company’s ertickets.com/event/142708) or at the door 2011-12 season next fall. As expected, de (providing availability) for $25.

Cou led the PNB Symphony through the challenging Prokofiev score with skill and sensitivity. Born in Los Angeles, he comes to PNB and Seattle with extensive experi- continued from the cover ence at the American Ballet Theatre in New York and the San Francisco Ballet plus other stantine Maroulis (of American Idol’s fourth numerous ballet companies throughout the season) recreating his Tony-nominated role. world. He is clearly an asset-in-waiting for To say this show was fun is an understatement. By encouraging audience participaPNB. Cinderella, for the most part, holds up tion, Rock of Ages broke down the fourth well. Stowell’s major strength in his lengthy wall and welcomed the audience into its tenure at PNB seemed to be in the adminis- party – and that’s exactly what it was. trative area. His choreography for numerous The story takes us back to the incredibly PNB works was always solid but rarely truly indulgent time of the mid-late 1980s. At a inspired. Act One of Cinderella is especial- Los Angeles club called The Bourbon Room, ly bare bones – a lot of predictable mime, busboy Drew Bowie (Constantine Maroulis) over-the-top clowning by the two stepsis- dreams of becoming the next rock legend. ters, scolding looks from the stepmother. Drew meets Sherrie, a girl freshly arrived It’s nearly mid-way through Act One before from Kansas who hopes to make it big in serious dancing has a chance to take center L.A. When Stacee Jaxx, the lead of the hit band Arsenal, decides to go solo, the band stage.

Act Two, the highlight of the story and of needs a new lead singer, and Drew dreams Stowell’s work, is the Palace Ball. Here, Cin- of becoming the star. Amongst conflicts of derella and her Prince Charming really get misunderstandings, urban redevelopment, to shine. Lesley Rausch, a soloist with the an evil German businessmen (with a flamcompany, and Jeffrey Stanton, a principal boyant son), and civil protesting, Drew and PNB dancer, appeared as the magical couple Sherrie discover their love for each other, on opening night. As usual, their roles will and – with the help of every great, big-haired rotate to other dancers during the show’s metal band – celebrate their love in a wontwo-weekend run. Cinderella and her Prince derfully ‘80s style. are all in white while the entire corps de bal- Constantine Maroulis’ character of Drew let is in stunning red with white accessories. is the perfect combination of youthful awkThe ball scene – a mass of swirling red-on- wardness with the powerful blend of a rock red in a spectacular palace setting--is a visu- ‘n’ roll voice. The audience completely conal highlight of the work and a trademarked nects with the geeky aspirations of the hopescene from PNB’s vast repertoire. The com- ful rocker, and root for him the entire way. ic stepsisters, delightfully over-the-top (and (Several audience members got so caught up suitably so) in Act One, continue their fran- they actually voiced their encouragements tic miming in Act Two, often upstaging the on a few different occasions. The actors imromantic couple center stage. Since Stowell provised with it perfectly.) His almost gangly supervised the revival, their upstaging antics appearance doesn’t prepare the audience for must be with his permission. Tuning them the power vocals he possesses. After being down a notch or two would allow Cinderella pressed to reveal his dreams, Drew belts out and her Prince more of an opportunity to his answer with Twisted Sister’s “I Wanna Rock,” and that just sets the mood. shine without distraction.

While much of Cinderella comes close to Rebecca Faulkenberry is delightful as the filler, the various diversions – the Spring, young ingénue Sherrie. Although the audiSummer, Autumn, Winter appearances, the ence goes along – a little too easily – on her Theatre of Marvels entertainment in Act transformation from innocent to bad girl, Two, the delightful Jester early in the Ball we have no doubt her redemption is coming. scene – are all first-rate and add to the dance Her voice is strong and clear, reminiscent of Madonna from early in her career (about opportunities and the glory of the visuals.

Cinderella continues through Sunday. the same time-frame). It can go from soft PNB’s box office reported “good seating” at and encouraging in “More Than Words,” to all performances. Details at (206) 441-2424. rockin’ raw in “I Hate Myself For Loving For fans of modern works, PNB’s March 18- You.” 27 outing, termed “Contemporary 4,” offers The two characters that stole the show four modern works, including two PNB pre- were the narrator Lonny (played brilliantly mieres, one of them a world premiere. Tradi- by Patrick Lewallen) and Dennis Dupree (Nick Cordero) the bar’s owner. These chartional story ballets complete the season.

Cinderella makes a memorable pre-Valen- acters not only provided hysterical comic relief, they played their roles dead-on as the tine’s Day treat. Check it out. laidback Sunset Strip club owner and the over-indulgent being that represents the ‘80s so very well. Patrick Lewallen (Lonny) is so continued from the cover over-the-top that he is the perfect liaison beduring the two performances. Michael tween the show’s characters and the show’s Krake and Steve Wolf will be playing cu- audience. Nick Cordero (Dennis Dupree) is pids, spreading their loving message as they totally endearing as the bar owner who just flitter about while the others sing “The Shaft wants his world to continue rocking to the of Love.” Michael will also be singing about music. Together, the two actors play off each two lovesick penguins in “Los Penguinos.” other in a Crosby/Hope kind of way, but with An updated version of the classic “Masoch- music supplied by REO Speedwagon, and ism Tango” (originally written by Tom Leh- provide a fantastic backbone to the musical.

The complete combination of Rock of rer) will be sung by Clair Stevenson, accompanied by (you guessed it!) tango-dancing Ages works. The crowd was welcomed by bears. Paul Bartholomew sings “Sarah Lee,” the cast members and easily became part of a Kander and Ebb love song about dedica- the show. Audience members called out ention to the one person who has always been couragement, held up mini flashlights in the at his side (or at least, his waist). The famil- shape of lighters, danced in their seats, and iar complaint will be presented in song “Fif- at one point even finished the lyric (in “Keep teen Pounds Overweight,” as lamented by On Lovin’ You”) for an on-stage character Tony Gilkinson. Accompanist Christopher when he took a longer pause. At the end, they Smith will lead the BEARatones in his own were on their feet, dancing, singing, and applauding the cast during the final bows. arrangement of “My Funny Valentine.”

Jukebox musicals started to become popTony Gilkinson founded the BEARatones den in 1996, while living in Salt Lake City. ular in the mid-1970s, although films had After relocating to Seattle, Tony held open been using this technique since the 1940s. auditions and eventually created the cur- The term comes from shows that build a rent BEARatones as of 2005. Since then, storyline around music of a common theme: the fuzzy-hearted group has put its spin on Mamma Mia is built on ABBA, Jersey Boys everything they have touched. They have has Frankie Valli/Four Seasons, and with performed at the International Bear Ren- Rock of Ages, the music of the arena rock dezvous in San Francisco and the Northwest bands of the 1980s. Rock of Ages uses music from Slade, Journey, Damn Yankees, Pat BeBears Spring Thaw.

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natar, and Whitesnake, among others, using the actual songs in a completely different context to fit the libretto. With creative musical arrangements, the show’s characters sing out protest with “We Built This City” and “We’re Not Gonna Take It.” They reflect with “Sister Christian” or “More Than Words” and of course use the rousing ‘80s anthem, “Don’t Stop Believin’.”

Rock of Ages made its Broadway debut at the Brook Atkinson Theatre in New York on March 17, 2009. It has run for over 700

performances and is still playing on Broadway. The show has been nominated for five 2009 Tony Awards (including Best Musical and Best Actor for Constantine Maroulis), with Wesley Taylor winning the 2009 Theatre World Award. The film rights have been bought by Warner Bros. and New Line Cinema, and the movie is expected for a late 2011 release.

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by Albert Rodriguez, Shaun Knittel, and Jessica Price SGN A&E Writers Paul McCartney said the world is full of silly love songs, and what’s wrong with that? Perhaps the lead Beatle hadn’t heard the worst of them – the ones battered in sappy lyrics, coated with over-seasoned vocals, or saturated into deep-fried muck. On this blissfully romantic time of year, we’ve put together a list of the all-time sappiest ballads, vintage prom themes, tired wedding reception numbers, and overall duds – although some of them can be found on our personal iPods (guilty!). In no particular order, here is our list of the 40 silliest love songs ever!

“Songbird” “Silhouette” “Breathless” Kenny G No list of cheese would be complete without Kenny G, and a triple slice of the sponge-headed instrumentalist’s catalog seems appropriate instead of picking just one song. If any artist (in the loosest definition of the word) is a repeat offender of poorly composed love songs, it’s this guy.

(A.Rodriguez) “Right Here Waiting” Richard Marx “All Out of Love” Air Supply

“I Just Called to Say I Love You” Stevie Wonder “I’ll Make Love to You” Boyz II Men The boys from Philly struck gold with this over the top 1994 number-one hit single. The song – and its cheesy music video – is the perfect recipe for an all-night R&B lovemaking session. But after spending 14 weeks on the Billboard Hot 100, the song overstayed its welcome and became synonymous with high schools proms, weddings, and “slow jams” compilations. Seriously, it’s time to stop making love to us, Boyz II Men. (S. Knittel) “(I’ve Had) The Time of My Life” Jennifer Warnes and Bill Medley “Love Me Tender” Elvis Presley “You’re Still the One” Shania Twain “My Heart Will Go On” Celine Dion Working part time at a Sam Goody in 1998, I stuffed shelves with copies of this record for months until I thought my fingers would bleed. As the theme song to the

mind-numbingly corny blockbuster movie Titanic, it felt like this song – as well as Celine’s heart – would go on … and on … and on. (J. Price) “Everything I Do (I Do It For You)” Bryan Adams “Love Will Keep Us Together” The Captain and Tennille “Against All Odds (Take a Look at Me Now)” Phil Collins “How Am I Supposed to Live Without You” Michael Bolton Even the strongest aspirin couldn’t dull the pain of this ear-splitter by has-been power vocalist Michael Bolton. A staple of AM radio, this pop trainwreck was first recorded by co-writer Laura Branigan. (A. Rodriguez) “That’s Amore” Dean Martin “Wind Beneath My Wings” Bette Midler “I Knew I Loved You” Savage Garden “You Are So Beautiful” Joe Cocker This unbearably squishy song – written

by Billy Preston but popularized by Joe Cocker – reached number five on the U.S. charts in 1974. Joe Cocker feeling amorous always gives me the willies – enough said.

(J. Price) “I Want to Know What Love Is” Foreigner “Endless Love” Lionel Richie and Diana Ross/ Luther Vandross and Mariah Carey “Have I Told You Lately” Rod Stewart “This Kiss” Faith Hill When it comes to cornball, sappy songs that make you cringe, pop-country star Faith Hill gives Shania Twain a run for her money. “This Kiss” is the perfect example; sounding more like a commercial jingle advocating fresh breath or lip balm than a love song. This tune has had rednecks, pop-tarts, and Gay boys singing along to the lyrics for years, proving that “this kiss is unstoppable.” (S. Knittel) “Is This Love” Whitesnake “Through the Years” Kenny Rogers “Nothing Compares 2 U” Sinead O’Connor

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“True Colors” Cyndi Lauper Before it became a recurring Gay Pride theme, Lauper’s ballad first embraced something else with a colorful lifestyle: Kodak prints. What’s really unforgivable is allowing Phil Collins to saccharine-soak the original several years later. (A. Rodriguez) “Dilemma” Nelly and Kelly Rowland “Lady in Red” Chris De Burgh “Hello” Lionel Richie “Crazy for You” Madonna Even the most dedicated of Madonna fans has to admit the Material Girl’s first ballad is heavy on the sappiness, though still a classic. The song was her second numberone hit, though after 1985’s Virgin Tour Madonna didn’t touch the song live until the Re-Invention Tour of 2004. (J. Price) “You Raise Me Up” Josh Groban “Angels” Robbie Williams/ Jessica Simpson “She’s Like the Wind” Patrick Swayze “This I Promise You” N’Sync The Gays love us some Justin Timberlake. In fact, he could pretty much promise me anything and I would believe him. So sweet it could give you a toothache when it first topped the charts in the late ‘90s, this N’Sync serenade refuses to fade into the sunset and lay to rest in the boy-band ballad graveyard. Please, Justin, promise us you can use your powers for good and make them stop playing this song! (S. Knittel) “Never Gonna Give You Up” Rick Astley “Open Arms” Journey “I’d Do Anything for Love (But I Won’t Do That)” Meatloaf “Unforgettable” Natalie Cole and Nat King Cole She hit rock bottom after her drug addiction, and then rebounded with this fireplacefriendly ballad that featured her late father.

Natalie Cole’s sort-of remake was the first of many unfortunate songs to feature copyand-paste vocals from two different eras.

(A. Rodriguez) “Something About the Way You Look Tonight” Elton John “You Don’t Bring Me Flowers” Neil Diamond and Barbra Streisand “In Your Eyes” Peter Gabriel

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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.

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.

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.

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.po-

cowineroom.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 - Brunch 11am - 3pm $7.25 All You Can Eat Buffet. Karaoke at 9pm A Black Nail Production.

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.

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.

Rosebud - Industry Night, 6 pm - Closing. Bring something indicating that you work in the hospitality industry (pay stub, food handler or alcohol server permit, business card, etc.) to recieve Happy Hour drink and food prices all night!

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.

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. Rosebud - Industry Night, 6 pm - Closing. Bring something indicating that you work in the hospitality industry (pay stub, food handler or alcohol server permit, business card, etc.) to recieve Happy Hour drink and food prices 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.

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.

Rosebud - Speakeasy Night, 8:30 pm - Closing. Listen to prohibition era music by DJ Dubonet and enjoy a libation from William's famous cocktail menu. Dapper dress from the era is encouraged.

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.

Temple Billiards - (206) 682-3242. Karaoke 9 pm to 1am. A Black Nail Production.

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.

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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.

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. Rosebud - Hump Day Singles Mixer, 5:30 - 8:30 pm, Single? Come in and meet others. Not single? Join us anyway and meet some new friends.

Grren Fairy Night, 8:30 pm - Closing. Bartender William channels the Green Fairy using sinful drinks made with absinthe. Anything can happen!

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.

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 12

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. www.agatheringofmen.org 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.

Justice for John T Wiliams & All the Stolen Lives Rally. 2pm. Westlake Park, 4th Ave & Pine St. Demand that prosecutor Dan Satterberg charge SPD officer Ian Birk with murder for shooting Native carver John T Williams.

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 Together We Can Make Al-Anon Family Group.

6-7:15pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Saturday. 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.

Lesbian Community Valentine Gathering & Dance in Shoreline. 7pm. Laughing Ladies Cafe, 17551 15th Ave NE, Shoreline. Sliding scale $4-$10. Food & beverages available. Sponsored by Seattle Over 40s Group. 722-0729, 725-9027.

Strength Over Speed. 7-8:30pm. Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 1002 E Seneca (lower entrance off parking lot). FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www. strengthoverspeed.org Dustbowl Queer Dance Night. 7:30pm-lesson: Cowboy Cha Cha; 8pm-11pm-dance. Century Ballroom, East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Meets 2nd & 4th Saturdays most months. Featuring two-step, swing and waltz. Before 8:30pm-$5, after 8:30pm-$7. Must be 21+. 206-324-7263; www.centuryballroom.com The Bearatones: “My Fuzzy Valentine” (2/11 & 2/12). 8pm. Erickson Theater, 1524 Harvard Ave. A new cabaret-style show that takes a musical look at love & the people & things that inspire it, all served up with bearish good humor. Tickets $18. www.brownpaper tickets.com Ten Tiny (Valentine’s) Dances 2011 (2/11-2/13). 8pm.

Velocity Founders Theater, 1621 12th Ave. Ten short pieces by ten different choreographers performed on a 4x4 stage. Tickets: $18 in advance, $22 at the door, $16 students with ID. www.velocitydancecenter.org

on the basis of race, religion or sexual orientation.

Couples & singles encouraged to apply. RSVP to April at 694-5713.

Sex, Dating & Relationships. 6-7pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Freely Speaking Toastmasters. 7pm. Virginia Mason Hospital, 1100 9th Ave. Every Monday (except holidays & the last Mondays in August & December).

Seattle’s only Gay & Lesbian speaking club. Please check website for current room information: www. toastmasterspride.org Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

PFLAG/Seattle Monthly Meeting. 7pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Meets 2nd Monday each month. (A spouse’s support group runs concurrently with this meeting; PFLAG/FOCUS meets concurrently with this meeting.) PFLAG/Puget Sound: 325-7724. www.seattle-pflag.org.

PFLAG/Skagit County Monthly Meeting. 7pm. Skagit Valley Food Co-op Bldg, Room 309, 202 South 1st St., Mt. Vernon. Meets 2nd Monday each month. PFLAG/ Puget Sound: 325-7724.

Trans Youth Group. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Monday. A facilitated support & discussion group for Trans, Genderqueer, gender variant & gender questioning youth, ages 14-22. www. lamberthouse.org Lambert House Art Night. 7:15-8:45pm. 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Bring your ideas & let’s have some fun. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Gay Men’s Support Ministry. 7:30-9pm. St Joseph’s Catholic Parish, 732 18th Ave E. Meets every Monday.

Men over 40 share stories of journey, seek & lend emotional support about life issues & have open discussions in a safe, comfortable place of community.

Please call facilitator for more info before attending.

Bruce Hall, 818-9415 (corrected phone #).

Knights of Mantra Monthly Meeting. 7:30pm. The Cuff, 1533 13th Ave. Meets 2nd Monday each month.

K of M/Jet Chapter is a fun-loving leather/Levi social & charitable organization that raises money for various causes & organizations, including Pennies from Heaven, Rosehedge House, & Three Cedars. 3290886, mailbox@jetchapterkofm.com

TUESDAY - February 15

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/ 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.

Seattle Japanese Garden 2011 Season Opening.

11am-3pm. 1075 Lake Washington Blvd E. Traditional Shinto blessing of the garden & calligraphy demonstration/workshop.

Voting for Court of Seattle Emperor & Empress.

11am-6pm. Richmark Bldg, 1605 12th Ave. Open to all King County residents, 18+, ID required.

Paths to Recovery Al-Anon Family Group. 12noon1:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets 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.

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 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. For info & location, NSWG@ sexpositiveculture.org; www.nosafewordwriters group. org. (Also meets 4th Monday, 7-9pm.)

Daring Divorced Divas. 3-5pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets 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 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. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. Peer support for recovery from substance abuse. www.dunsheehouse.org Love Without Boundaries. 6pm. Renaissance Seattle Hotel, 515 Madison St. A unique fundraising event that combines the romance of the holiday with compassion for people living with HIV/AIDS. This fun & festive occasion features a cocktail reception, silent auction & dancing. Benefits Rosehedge House. Tickets $150 at party-size table, $350 for private table for two. www. rosehedge.org 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 Uncle Samantha’s Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. LGBTQ

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February 12 thru February 20

veterans group, for vets who served during peace time or conflict. All are welcome, uniforms optional.

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

Court of Seattle In-Town Show & Awards. 7pm.

R Place, 619 E Pine St. Featuring the talent of local drag performers - a prelude to Coronation weekend 2/18-2/20. www.imperialcourtofseattle.com.

Ten Tiny (Valentine’s) Dances 2011 (2/11-2/13). 8pm.

Velocity Founders Theater, 1621 12th Ave. Ten short pieces by ten different choreographers performed on a 4x4 stage. Tickets: $18 in advance, $22 at the door, $16 students with ID. www.velocitydancecenter.org Noche Latina - Latino Night. 10pm. Neighbours, 1509 Broadway. Every Sunday.

MONDAY - February 14

Valentine’s Day Women Facing HIV. 12noon-1:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Monday. Women Facing HIV is a drop-in peer support group for women living with HIV/AIDS. 322-2437. www.dunshee house. org Homeless Services for Youth, Ages 14-22. 1-4pm.

Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday.

Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org SOBER - On Meds. 1-2pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Monday. Ongoing 12-step group open to anyone in recovery & living on a medicine regimen. 322-2584, www.dunsheehouse.org Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. Dunshee House, 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 Gay Social Dinner Club of Snohomish County.

Meets 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.

LCS Foster Care Monthly Information Meeting.

6-8pm. 433 Minor Ave N. Meets 2nd Monday each month. LCS is a non-profit foster care program in King & Snohomish counties. LCS does not discriminate

Help Restore Golden Gardens Park. 9am-3pm (Full & half-day shifts available). 8498 Seaview Pl NW. Pull invasive plants & plant native trees & shrubs. Fun for the whole family, great for corporate & volunteer groups. www.mtsgreenway.org Simply Positive. 2:30-4pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Ongoing drop-in support & social group for anyone HIV/AIDS positive. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org.

Safe Schools Coalition Monthly Meeting. 3-5pm.

Planned Parenthood, 2001 E Madison. Meets 3rd Tuesday most months (schedule varies in summer).

The Safe Schools Coalition: A Public-Private Partnership in Support of LGBT youth. All are welcome at meetings; lots of volunteer opportunities are discussed.

632-0662 ext 49; CRISIS LINE: 1-877-SAFE-SAFE; www.safeschoolscoalition.org.

Artful Expression. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Tuesday. This is an ongoing art group to visualize the journey thru creative expression. 322-2437. www.dunsheehouse.org Hepatitis C Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 6pm.

FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for anyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender, who is living with Hepatitis C. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org Seattle Police Department LGBTQ Advisory Council Monthly Meeting. 6-8pm. Seattle Police Department East Precinct Community Meeting Room, 12th Ave & E Pine St. Meets 3rd Tuesday most months.

The Sexual Minority Community Advisory Council has been established by the SPD to increase relationships & communication between the community & the SPD. Members of the GLBT community are invited to attend. kim.bogucki@seattle.gov Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 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 Diverse Harmony. 6:30-9pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Meets every Tuesday.

Diverse Harmony is the nation’s first Gay/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus. Youths 13-22 are welcome regardless of sexual orientation. www.diverseharmony.org ASL for Beginners. 7pm. The Elite “Loft,” 1520 E Olive Way. Meets every Tuesday. FREE lessons & tutor for those interested in learning basic ASL. 860-0999.

Different Drummers. Intermediate 7-8:15pm, Beginners 8:20-9:30pm. Meets every Tuesday. Hand drumming classes for Gay men. Learn traditional African & Afro-Caribbean rhythms & basic hand drumming techniques. Drums are provided. For information & location call Dennis, 363-4500 or differentdrummers@ mac.com

Celebrating 38 Years!

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

7-8:30pm. Seattle Mental Health Institute, 1600 E Olive St (in Conference 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. 722-0729.

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

Ageless. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Tuesday. Ongoing drop-in social, support & discussion group for maturing Gay & Bi men of all ages. 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org.

Spiritual Empowerment. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 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.dunshee house.org Tuesday Night Sex Addicts Anonymous. 7:30-9pm.

Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. GLBTQ supported. Meets every Tuesday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women whose primary purpose is to stop addictive sexual behavior & help others recover from sexual addiction. Seattle SAA Hotline 781-4490. 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 217-9271, ext 3. www.otterpolo.com.

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WEDNESDAY - February 16

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 Women’s HIV+ Support Group in Tacoma. 1-3pm.

Pierce County AIDS Foundation, 3520 S Pine St, Tacoma - 3 blocks east of Tacoma Mall. Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday each month. (253) 383-2565.

True Colors: Connecting LGBTQ Teens in Shoreline. 4-5pm. Meets 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 Speed, Sex & Sanity. 5-7pm. Gay City Health Project, 511 E Pike St. Meets every Wednesday. A drop-in informational & educational night for Gay & Bi men, friends & family. Activities include social events, lecture series & brainstorming sessions. A program of Project NEON & Gay City. For more information, 323-1768, www.crystalneon.org, www.gaycity.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 Grief & Loss. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. LGBTQ peer support group for issues surrounding grief & loss. 322-2437. www.dunsheehouse.org Seattle Gay & Lesbian Book Club. 6pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Come & discuss the best Gay novels with us. Join other booklovers in a safe, comfortable conversation. Come only once or come to every meeting. For info, call 322-2437; nickdimartin@earthlink.net Thrivor Trees. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Peer support for survivors of childhood sexual assault. thrivortrees@gmail.com Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Volunteer Park (in front of Black Sun across for museum). Every Wednesday. (See Saturday at 9am.)

Dharma Buddies Book Club. 7pm. Call for location.

You do not have to be a member of the group to join us. For location call 300-3321 or 920-6117 or email onlyonesf@yahoo.com Gay Skate Party in Bellevue. 7-10pm. Skate King Bellevue, 2301 140th Ave NE, Bellevue. 3rd Wednesday most months. A community social event for friends & family. $8 at the door, $5 under 18. Regular skate rentals FREE! Inline skate rental $4. www.gayskateseattle.com 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 Lambert House Movie Night. 7-9:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Wednesday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22.

322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org 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: seattlemovie bears-subscribe@yahoogroups.com HIV-Negative Gay & Bi Men. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. This emotional support group provides a forum for HIV- Gay & Bi men to share strategies for staying negative; to explore issues related to being HIV-; & to look at how to find meaning, purpose & lives worth living in the midst of HIV/AIDS. Please speak with the facilitator before attending. Call

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center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22.

322-2515 ext 16. www.lamberthouse.org Court of Seattle Denver/Salt Lake Show. 7pm.

Neighbours, 1518 Broadway.

GLBT Legal Clinic. 7-9pm. Meets the 3rd Thursday each month. QLaw Foundation holds a monthly legal clinic addressing the legal needs of LGBT individuals & couples. Volunteer attorneys provide 30-minute consultations. FREE. For APPOINTMENT call Tuesdays 12noon-3pm, 235-7235. For information visit www.qlaw.org/legalclinic “I Can’t Remember Anything.” 7pm. St Andrew’s Church, 111 NE 80th St. Insightful two-player piece by Arthur Miller explores the issues of aging gracefully & the importance of friendship at every age. Tickets $10. www.brownpapertickets.com PFLAG/Bellevue Monthly Meeting. 7pm - study group meets at 6pm. First United Methodist Church, 1934 108th Ave NE, Bellevue. Meets 3rd Thursday each month. (A spouse’s support group runs concurrently with this meeting.) PFLAG/Puget Sound: 3257724. www.bellevue-pflag.org.

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

Buddhism & Recovery. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. A meditation/recovery group. www.dunsheehouse.org Gay Fathers Association of Seattle. 7:30-9pm.

Group Health, 201 16th Ave E, Central Bldg, Lower Atrium. Meets 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 Shifting Gears. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Ongoing drop-in support group (non 12-step) for anyone of any orientation or gender who desires recovery from drugs or alcohol. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.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 18

Scott at 725-2488. www.dunshee house.org HIV/AIDS Support Group. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 7:30pm. FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for HIV+ men who are newly diagnosed or newly dealing. 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org 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.)

Queer Young Females Group - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 22 & Under. 7:30-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Wednesday. QYF is a confidential group for Queer & questioning women ages 22 & under to talk about dating, relationships, coming out - you name it - in a fun, laid back environment. Join your co-facilitators weekly & start making connections. 322-2515, www. lamberthouse.org Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett. 7:30-9pm. First Congregational Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. Confidential, informal group for people of all gender identities & expressions including butch dykes, cross dressers, TV, TS & feminine men. (360) 671-3358; www.washingtongenderalliance.com.

Crystal Meth Anonymous. 8-9:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Wednesday. A 12-step group for quitting & staying off crystal meth.

Lesbian Comedian Tig Notaro at LAFF HOLE. 9pm.

Chop Suey, 1325 E Madison St. Notaro was featured on the Sarah Silverman Program.

THURSDAY - February 17

Alcoholics Anonymous “Sober & Safe Group.”

12noon-1pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Open meeting of AA. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunshee house.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.

Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. Harborview’s Madison Clinic, Ground Floor, West Wing, 325 9th Ave. (If people are uncertain which room, the folks up in Madison Clinic, 2 West Clinic, can give direc-

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 La Movida. 6-7pm. Dunshee House, 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. Dunshee House, 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 Al-anon Meeting. 7-9pm. CHAC, 1900 E Madison St. LGBTQ-supported. 625-0000, ais@seattle-alanon.org Court of Seattle Out of Town Show. 7pm. R Place, 619 E Pine St. First Fridays in Yakima. 7-9pm. 223 N 1st St, Yakima.

Meets 1st & 3rd Fridays. Social, support, education & advocacy group for the Yakima area GLBTQ community & their allies. All are welcomed & invited. (509) 576-0276. www.gayakima.com/1stfridays.html Gamblers Anonymous: Coming Out Winners!

7-8:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Friday. A 12-step meeting of Gamblers Anonymous. This is an open meeting, Gay & Lesbian preferred. All persons welcome. 1-888-GA HELPS. Seattle Prime Timers Coffee Reunion. 7pm. Starbucks, 1600 E Olive Way. Meets the 1st & 3rd Friday each month. Metro routes 8, 9, 14, 43, 49 & 60. 3290793; http://seattleprimetimers.usa-50.com 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. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. 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 2616616. www.dunsheehouse.org GaYme Night 4 Gay & Bi Men. 8pm-1am. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets the 2nd, 3rd & 4th Friday of every month. Board games, cards & fun for Gay & Bi men. www.dunsheehouse.org

tions.) FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www. strengthover speed.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 Q Hour. 4:30-5:30pm. Orion Center, 1828 Yale Ave. 1st & 3rd Thursday each month. A group for LGBTQ youth 13-21 & their allies. Sponsored by Youthcare.

FREE. 622-5555 x 212.

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. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Thursday. Peer support for people dealing with issues of sexual orientation. www.dunsheehouse.org Queer Parent Networking Dinners (1/20-6/16).

6-8pm. Meets 3rd Thursdays of every month. Open to all LGBT, Two-Spirited, Queer & Questioning families - including parents, co-parents & other people who have a significant role in the life of a child. RSVP at least a week in advance. 568-7777 or deann@ nwnetwork.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.

Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities. 6:308:30pm. Municipal Bldg, 600 4th Ave, Room 221.

Meets 3rd Thursday each month. SCSM is made up of 15 volunteer members who work to ensure that the City of Seattle fairly & equitably addresses sexual minority concerns. Meetings open to the public. 684-4514.

Seattle Tennis Alliance Social Doubles. 6:30-8pm.

Lower Woodland Park Courts 5, 6, 7 & 8. Every Tuesday & Thursday. STA is Seattle’s premier Gay & Lesbian tennis club. $2 for members & first-time guests, $5 for returning guests. http://sta.clubexpress.com.

Boys’ Group - For Male-Identified Youth, Ages 1422. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Support/discussion group meets every Thursday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource

(See previous Saturday for ongoing activities.)

Ethyl Forever Car Club Swap Meet in Puyallup.

Breakfast 6am, Swap Meet 8am. Cattins Restaurant, 9th Ave SW & S Meridian St, Puyallup. Park in the Blue Lot (FREE).

Lambert House Queer Rec. 1pm. 1818 15th Ave. 3rd Saturday each month. Outdoor & indoor adventures for youth ages 22 & under. www.lamberthouse.org PNW G/B/Q Longhaired Men. 2pm. Locations vary.

Check the website or call for details. An informal social group for longhairs, growers, longhair admirers & their friends. We gather for brunch on the 3rd Saturday each month to socialize, chat & often go out afterwards for coffee or some activity. Please join us! For information & to RSVP, 309-0510 or www.longhair. shorturl.com Bi & Bi Mixed-Gender Social Group. 4-6pm. Wayward Coffee, 8570 Greenwood Ave N. Meets 3rd Saturday each month. Social get-together for Bisexual men & women, their partners & other Bi-friendly folks.

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SATURDAY - February 19

www.binetseattle.org.

Coronation 2011: The President’s Ball. Seattle Renaissance Hotel, 515 Madison St. Special 40th Anniversary ticket price: $40. www.imperialcourtof seattle.com OUTDancing Gay Night. 7:30pm - West Coast swing lesson; 8-11pm - Dance. Century Ballroom, East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Meets 3rd Saturday most months. Featuring salsa, swing and dance favorites with DJ Robb. Before 8:30pm-$5, after 8:30pm-$7.

Must be 21+. 206-324-7263; www.centuryballroom. com Mitzy’s Ditzy Glitzy Variety Show. 10pm. Open Circle Theater, 2222 2nd Ave.

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SUNDAY - February 20

(See previous Sunday for ongoing activities.)

Coronation Victory Brunch. 10:30am. Seattle Renaissance Hotel, 515 Madison St. Ethyl Forever Car Club Monthly Meeting. Board 10:30am, Membership 11:30am. Mark Restaurant, 914 SW 152nd St, Burien. Meets the 3rd Sunday each month. ethylforever@hotmail.com Seattle Men in Leather Monthly Brunch. Rosebud Restaurant & Bar, 719 E. Pike St. 11am. Meets 3rd Sunday most months. All members of the leather community are invited to attend. SML is a Gay men’s social organization, promoting with power & pride the Seattle Men’s Leather Community. www.seattlemeninleather.org

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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 Arts is the nation’s only non-profit Queer writing institute. Bent promotes written & spoken word among LGBTIQ people & in our communities. 860-3035, info@bentwriting.com, info@benditbandits.org, www. bentwriting.com, www.myspace.com/bend-it.

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, 1900 E Madison St, offers an extensive schedule of LGBTQ-supported recovery meetings including AA, Alanon, CLA, CML, GA, NA, SAA, SLAA, OA, XA & Spanish-speaking AA. For current schedule of meetings visit www.chacseattle.org, 860-9560 or call 587-2838 - 24/7.

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.

Dunshee House (Home of SASG) offers free, facilitated & confidential support, discussion & skills groups & coordinates retreats, 1 to 1 peer mentoring & special events for those affected by HIV/AIDS & the greater LGBT communities. 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org 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@comcast.net. 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. nwbears.com; The Olympians: www.The Olympians. 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, 329-0793; www.seattle primetimers.org.

Multifaith Works - 324-1520; www.multifaith.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, including Alaska Airlines, Amazon.com, Amgen, AT&T, Bank of America, Deloitte, Macy’s, Microsoft, Russell Investments, Safeco Insurance, Starbucks Coffee, Xerox. 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

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

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 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.multifaith.org/shanti/ SHIFT: A Peer Recovery Network - www.shift recovery.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; Cascade Flyers: www.cascadeflyers.org; Different Spokes Bicycling Club: www.differentspokes.org; Emerald City Softball Association: www.emeraldcitysoftball.org, www. eteamz.com/womensecsa; Ethyl Forever Car Club: http://Clubs.Hemmings.com/EthylForever CarClub/; Festival of the Babes: www.festivalofthe babes. com; Hiking Group: 323-8382; Jet City Hoops (Basketball): www.jetcityhoops.org; Olympic Yacht Club: www.oycnw.org; OutVentures: outdoor education & recreation activities, www.outventures.org; Pacific Northwest Gay Rodeo Association: www. pacificnwgra.org; Puddletown Squares: www.iagsdc. org/puddletown; Rain Country: a country-western dance organization catering to the LGBTQ community but open to all, www.raincountrydance.org; 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; www.LesBeHealthy. org; 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, http://rainshadow women. tripod.com/; Tacoma Lesbian Concern (TLC): www. tacomalesbianconcern.org; WOWS: a fun, memberdriven social group for Lesbians, http://groups.yahoo. com/group/womenofwestseattle 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. As a program of GLSEN/ WA, 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.

Matthews Place.com; Oasis Youth Center: for GLBTQ youth, 14-25, in Tacoma, (253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcen ter.org; Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)/Puget Sound: 325-7724, www.seattle-pflag.org; Safe Schools Coalition: www.safeschools coalition.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

Celebrating 38 Years!

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Seek employed, responsible, stable, non-smoker. No other pets. Call David, 206-935-7762 or email david.kerlick@gmail. com. 07/3 _______________________________ 11 for rent

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VOLUNTEERS WANTED

_______________________________ SHANTI VOLUNTEERS build supportive one-on-one relationships with someone living with HIV/AIDS, cancer, or other life-threatening illness. We are seeking mature, compassionate, good listeners to provide emotional support to people in their homes, in hospitals, or in jails.

Training and ongoing support provided. People of color and LGBT folks encouraged to apply.

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Memories captured. You name the event. Call Randy. 1-954-6843829. Will travel. SGN/ _______________________________ DETAILED BUSINESS & HOME COMPUTER SERVICES Best Price - Uncommon Solutions - Superior Results. 38+ Years Experience. Broke, slow, or needs help, let me fix it. DATA Recovery, Internet, Networking, Hardware, and Software. Very PATIENT. Call Randy. 1-954-684-3829. Will travel. SGN/ _______________________________ 19 19 home & garden

HOME & GARDEN

_______________________________ JOHN CALLEN / Drywall Work, Hanging, Taping, Smooth Wall, Texture, Patch Work, Primarily Remodel. 206-325-3208. 06/15 _______________________________ www.mindfulcraftsman.com Custom Fences, T rellises & Gates. Will work with you in creating your heart’s desire. Contact Mark, 425-638-3286. 06/3 _______________________________

FRENCH TOUCH BODYWORK Experienced, friendly European masseur w/a table and sensual hands. In/Out. Luke, 206-3232427. 06/3 _______________________________ GREAT MASSAGE given by highly-trained, clean-cut, handsome guy. I have a clean, private studio just north of the UW. Call Matt, 206-774-9092. In calls/out calls/ hotels. 14/12 _______________________________ HOT FULL BODY RUB by hairy 9” uncut top. In/Out. 206-3290310. 06/6 _______________________________ I MEET YOUR KNEADS ME: Tall, GL, HWP, 50-ish bodyworker; Cauc, smooth & mellow, 10 years intimate experience serving men on the Hill.

Pleasant private studio on Pike. $40 cash/hr. 2PM to midnight, daily. Clean, aromatic, ddf/neg, soft music. Table not used.

You: Trim, well-maintained, seeking the sensuous and ready to reciprocate.

Call BO @ 206-264-7774. 07/3 _______________________________ RUSSIAN STYLE moving and hauling/errands light chores & yard work no job too small please leave a message 206-992-7806 07/3 _______________________________ QUALITY HOME REMODELING Tile Floors, Counters. New Kitchens & Baths. Showers, Decks, Doors. Drywall Complete. Fireplace Makeovers & Basement Finishings. References. 425-8293565. 06/3 _______________________________

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WELL-BEING

_______________________________ NEW YOU COSTA RICA offers USA quality Medical & Dental procedures in Costa Rica for a lot less (lipo anyone?). Please contact us for a free quote: www.

NewYouCostaRica.com or 1-888660-8060. 09/54 _______________________________

21 21 licensed LICENSED massage MASSAGE non-sexual

- NON-SEXUAL

_______________________________ 1hr-$45/1.5-$65/2hrs-$85 16yrs professional masseur.

Comfortable studio. Quality massage. Swedish/Deep Tissue bodywork techniques. Enjoy an excellent massage. JOHN LMP 206.324.0682. www.tinyurl. com/24YGDFX. 07/3 _______________________________

DREAMSCAPE MASSAGE

Enjoy your First Massage at Dreamscape with $10 OFF! We are located at 619 Broadway E. 206-568-3771. DreamscapeMassage.com. 08/3 _______________________________ EXCEPTIONAL BODYWORK Release muscle pain & tension through deep tissue, trigger point & myofascial release. Specializing in back, neck & shoulder pain.

Insurance accepted. Matt Shafer, LMP, 206-524-7766. 14/12 ______________________________

iOUT-CALL2u!

I really do need my old clients back. Approaching 16 years licensed here in Seattle, I continue to do excellent massage. I want you to experience me and my massage again if I used to see you in years past. You could use an excellent massage pronto. I am able to work with health insurance, so PLEASE find out your co-pay and coverage limits (if any) for massage therapy and give me a call, again if necessary. I am open to creating a sliding scale if you have no health insurance and must pay cash. I believe in my massage and try to make it accessible to all. THANK YOU. Jesse H. James, LMP. MA7881.

SGN/ YesJesse.com jesse@yesjesse.com

206-369-4598

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$55/90 mins., $75/120mins.

Specialize in back, hip, neck, shoulder, extremity, neuromuscular disorders treatment, fullbody relaxation. Professional setting 10am-midnight. 7 days/ wk. Steve Chang, LMP. 206-4977897. 06/3 _______________________________ THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE for personal wellness and injury recovery. Now offering Thai yoga massage and aromatherapy sessions. For appointments, call 206-610-3271. 06/3 _______________________________

26 PETS

26 pets

_______________________________ 2 FREE English Bulldog puppies male & female. If interested, contact Richard Wilson, n.jacob450@ gmail.com. 08/3 _______________________________ 36 escorts

36 ESCORTS

_______________________________ 1 HOT HUNG GUY SEAN, 35, 5’10”, bl/bl, 155 lbs.

Hot, hung, horny and always ready. IN and Out. Bodywork available. 206-850-8548. www. seattlegayescort.com. 06/3 _______________________________ EUROPEAN GUY Friendly, masculine, great smile, hung, total bottom, good-looking.

Luke, 206-323-2427. In/Out. 06/3 _______________________________ MATURE, EXPERIENCED LEATHERMAN offers everything from massage to bondage and leathersex and everything in between! Call 206-326-0104 for appointment. 12/12 _______________________________ YOUNG, MUSCULAR, friendly, great personality, huge size, is happy to meet you. 206-3977675. 07/3 _______________________________

LONELY? DON’T BE! Call 206-424-4444. 18 plus.

FREE to try. SGN/ _______________________________ Man-Scapes Assessing Proper Trims for Gentlemen. Why wait long? when you can Properly Trim, Accentuate, and Celebrate the View! 206-3694598. SGN/ _______________________________

PERFECT SHAVE

in the comfort of my home. Ass & ball shave & pubic trim. All three parts only $35. I also do chest, back & legs. Safe & sanitary.

Shave & bodywork combos available. 206-310-3491. 07/3 _______________________________ RAIN CITY JACKS Seattle’s own JO Club, RCJ hosts three group masturbation events every month. Safe, hot, friendly and fun. Adult men only. 888809-5035. info@raincityjacks.org; www.raincityjacks.org. 11/12 _______________________________

dress for the occasion use a condom to prevent hiv & other stds

Unforgetable bodywork from fitness model. $50/hr. In and outcalls. Text or call 206-697-7819 (new phone #) or email BUE_AL@ yahoo.com. 06/1 _______________________________

TED

Naked touch, downtown, easy parking. Call 206-292-4TED. See slide show at —

www.292-4ted.com 06/4

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38 MEN

_______________________________ 62 YEAR OLD Caucasian will give blow jobs to any transvestite drag queen or femme any size, race or age. 206-729-5150. 08/3 _______________________________

37 BODYWORK

37 bodywork

_______________________________ 1hr-$45/1.5-$65/2hrs-$85 16yrs professional bodyworker.

Soothing hands, quality massage. Enjoy yourself, feel good.

Awesome, unhurried Swedish/ Deep Tissue massage. JOHN 206.324.0682. www.tinyurl. com/24YGDFX. 07/3 _______________________________

40 MIN. - $40

Local bodywork - convenient Capitol Hill location. In or Out. 206-310-3491. Mention special.

07/3 _______________________________ AMAZING BODYWORK! Deep tissue, erotic bodywork by handsome, hairy-chested, hung therapist. Reasonable rates. Photos, phone number and reviews at website: www.amazingbodywork. com. Robert. 08/3 _______________________________ ASIAN (CHINESE/THAI) Young, muscular, 5’9”, 165, 28 y/o. Sensual/erotic bodywork.

Incalls North Seattle; anywhere else outcalls. 206-713-1459; if I’m out, leave message. $100-incall; $150-outcall. 06/3 _______________________________

BODYWORK EXCHANGE

Seeking buddy to exchange fullbody massage; ongoing basis, once a month or more. Platonic scene; no money involved. Details, my picture, and reply option at tinyurl.com/4h75edc. 08/3 _______________________________ BODYWORK FOR SENSUAL and erotic pleasure. Fullbody massage for full release of tension and total relaxation. Afternoon and evening appointments. 206225-0524. 06/3 _______________________________ DADDY BEAR Full body complete massage.

Tender to the touch. Bi & Gay welcome by appointment only.

206-328-5828 before 10pm. Serious only. daddymaster66@gmail. com. 06/3 _______________________________

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