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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Actor Kirk Cameron says marriage equality is destructive

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Idina Menzel defies … everything Theater icon talks Queer crushes, hubby’s Gay tendency, and her green dreams

by Chris Azzopardi SGN Contributing Writer Idina Menzel doesn’t do anything halfway – even when she’s deciding on her Gay faves. “It’s so silly,” says the homo-hearted theater queen, surfing Google for “hot Gay male celebrities.”

Her assistant even gets involved.

“This is very important stuff,” Menzel giggles, fully immersed in her search to name her current Gay crush.

Neil Patrick Harris? Too typical. George Michael? Maybe 20 years ago.

“Oh, I could do a woman” she realizes, before catching the unintentional humor in that: “I mean, not do a woman.”

And on she goes, scouring the web relentlessly. Again, she laughs. “[My assistant] just went onto a Gay porn site. That’s helpful!”

Ten minutes later, she’s got it: see idina page 32

The stellar March/April concert lineup

by Albert Rodriguez SGN A&E Writer

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ity and his beliefs surrounding marriage equality.

Cameron told Morgan, “I think that it’s … unnatural. I think that it’s – it’s detrimental, and ultimately destructive to so many of the foundations of civilization.”

But the former child actor, best known for his role at Mike Seaver on the 1980s television series Growing Pains, didn’t stop there. He also spoke out against marriage equality in the interview, Kirk Cameron saying, “Marriage is almost as old

by Shaun Knittel as dirt, and it was defined in the garden between Adam and Eve. SGN Associate Editor One man, one woman, for life, Former teen idol Kirk Cam- till death do you part. So I would eron is feeling the heat this week never attempt to try to redefine after he made some controver- marriage. And I don’t think anysial comments during a recent interview on CNN’s Piers Morsee cameron page 31 gan Tonight about homosexual-

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In contrast to the dull and chilly weather right now, the live concert calendar in the weeks ahead is sizzling with excitement. Here are ten shows to nab tickets for (unless they’ve all been nabbed already).

Toni Braxton March 11 Snoqualmie Ballroom (at Snoqualmie Casino) With a career that’s had more ups than downs, Toni Braxton still remains quite popular despite a lack of recent hits. In her defense, raising an autistic son while battling minor health scares herself – not to mention financial issues – hasn’t allowed for a lot of studio recording time. The R&B singer and former Best New Artist Grammy-winner is finally making the rounds to this neck of the woods, slated Toni Braxton

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by Albert Rodriguez SGN A&E Writer Women, start your engines!

This spring, the highly anticipated albums are coming from the femmes of the music industry.

Here are eight recordings from eight divas we love – yes, this includes you, Rufus Wainwright – to look forward to.

Idina Menzel Live: Barefoot at the Symphony Idina Menzel (March 6) Tony Award-winning performer and Glee guest star Idina Menzel is taking her socks off for an upcoming PBS special, see cds page 31

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March Is Cabaret Month Egan’s Ballard Jam House Through March 10 The Seattle edition of the “March Is Cabaret Month” celebration opened last Saturday with a double bill of top-notch cabaret programs at Egan’s in Ballard. The four-part tribute to cabaret as an art form and to Seattle musical theater and cabaret performers continues with another double bill March 10. A few tickets for both Saturday shows were available at SGN’s press deadline.

Both of last week’s events were sold out, although almost patrons who arrived without reservations were seated in the intimate club – this reviewer’s table comfortably sat two, but ended up with six music enthusiasts sharing the space. And a good time was had by all.

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The first show found Arnaldo! (Seattle’s “drag chanteuse”), Cheryl Serio, and pianist/vocalist Victor Janusz sharing the spotlight. Like “jazz,” the word “cabaret” has many varied meanings. This first show was a casual gathering of three talented musicians with a spirit not unlike a Judy Garland and Mickey Rooney’s “Hey, gang, let’s put on a show!” enthusiasm.

After introductions explaining the Pacific Northwest Cabaret Association and this fifth Cabaret Month in Seattle – a celebration that started in New York many years ago and now is shared with other music centers throughout the nation – Arnaldo! started the evening with piano accompaniment from the versatile Janusz. Stunning, as usual, Arnaldo! was the visual epitome of classic cabaret – a beautiful woman in a stunning velvet and chiffon dress with a zillion rhinestones, sparkles, and sequins.

Self-described as a “gender illusionist,” Arnaldo! was the first “drag” participant in the prestigious International Cabaret Conference at Yale University in 2005. A veteran of the Seattle Men’s Chorus, Arnaldo! first did drag at SMC concerts – a Carmen Miranda one year, Madonna another. From those onesong events, her first cabaret show developed, and she now is a headliner in New York, Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Puerto Vallarta, San Francisco, and, of course, Seattle, where she makes her home with her partner. (A talented singer, Arnaldo! will make a rare appearance in “male drag” at the final cabaret show tomorrow.)

As usual, Arnaldo! is at her best in saucy, up-tempo numbers. She started with Blossom Dearie’s “Peel Me a Grape,” a vari-

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ation on the classic gold-digger character of musical comedy. It was a brilliant opening and got the evening off to a fine start. Connecting with “my cabaret muse,” a plaintive “Black Angels” followed, sung entirely in Spanish. After a bit of welcome audience participation, the novelty “Rhode Island Is Famous For You” followed. After the short, three-song set, Arnaldo! relinquished stage center to Janusz, another graduate of the Yale cabaret conference (in 2008).

Janusz, whose twin sister was in the audience, explained his family heritage – a Polish father and a Mexican mother. This family discussion led into his original song, “Lupe,” a tribute to the family housekeeper in Mexico. Henry Mancini’s melancholy “Dear Heart” followed – a fine showcase for Janusz’s vocal talents. Another original, “Livin’ in a Blue State (and You Are Seeing Red),” ended the set.

Self-billed as the “lovely and vivacious” Cheryl Serio, the perky singer paid tribute to the 1960s with up-tempo versions of “Downtown” and “Call Me” followed by a wistful but spirited “Those Were the Days” and “The Look of Love.” A Dusty Springfield tribute found Janusz and Serio dueting with “Just a Little Lovin’,” followed by her solo on “I Only Want to be With You.” Another tribute, this one to Davy Jones, brought “To Sir, With Love” to the charmed capacity crowd. A closing “These Boots Were Made for Walkin’” found the audience on its feet cheering Serio and the whole evening. Arnaldo! encored with Dearie’s “Mink Schmink,” another gold-digger outing, and all three joined together for “What Have You Got (If You Haven’t Got Love)” – a perfect title for the closing number of this love fest called cabaret.

The 9 p.m. show found Judy Ann Moulton, Marcus Wolland, Kim Maguire, and Janusz again on the tiny stage at Egan’s. Then & Now, their contribution to Seattle’s fifth Cabaret Month, was a charming “themed” cabaret show – a mixture of a mini-plot, a examination of time and relationships and, most of all, great music. Bravo to all four for creating a new work for the Emerald City’s cabaret fans, a work that is worth remounting in other venues, in other months. This writer would love to see it again – and soon.

The mini-musical opened with a trio from all three new singers, a medley starting with the very appropriate “I Feel a Song Coming On” and continuing with a snippet or two from other showbiz classics. All three sing-

ers have extensive experience in Broadway musicals as well as cabaret and this background brought a welcome “pow” factor to the stage.

“This Could be the Start of Something Big,” Steve Allen’s hit anthem, showed that Moulton, a 2010 Yale cabaret conference graduate, is simply a powerhouse of stage and song. “Comes Once in a Lifetime,” her follow-up, was another smash outing.

Wolland and took stage center next with a show stopping “The Best Ones (Are Always Straight),” a new song from a developing musical that tells of the plight of a Gay man seeking Mr. Right. The title says it all.

Wolland has never been better. “He’s like Sophie Tucker in pants,” one enthusiast (actually, this writer) noted.

Maguire, a knockout in a mini miniskirted dress that seemed to be 18 inches of black sequins over black, patterned tights, nearly stopped the show with “Exit Right,” a sensational work by a local Seattle composer. It tells the tale of a woman’s plight in sleeping with an actor. It was a heartbreaker in classic cabaret tradition. Maguire joined with Janusz for a fine pairing of “Two Sleepy People” and “Black Coffee,” one of the many highlights of the evening. Another novelty, from a New York revue, discussed the dating scene “in Seattle” but sounded better as another soon-to-be-a standard cabaret tune, “Moving Right Along.” More songs, more “plot.” Then a sensational “Feels Like Home to Me.” The Randy Newman classic was a wonderful showcase for Maguire’s soaring soprano – an emotional highlight of the new revue.

Janusz took the show-stopping role in his Elvis-like outing with “Should I Ever Love Again.” Moulton faltered with the opening of the challenging “Evergreen” but charmed the audience with a frank “Let’s start over” quip. It was a brave choice. Like “Over the Rainbow” and “Summertime,” “Evergreen” may be one of those songs better left to recorded memory. Another plaintive outing, Janusz’s sad “Time Heals Everything,” helped balance the show’s comedy. The final number, “Nowadays,” revealed the source of the new revue’s title – Broadway (and Hollywood’s) mega-hit Chicago.

It was a great evening with two fine cabaret shows. Tomorrow’s two final shows feature a different cast in each, with only Arnaldo! repeating. Ticket reservations and complete information are available at www. brownpapertickets.com.

Celebrating 39 Years!

The phenomenal Limón Dance Company

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didn’t get the connection with the Ladies in White.

Cuteness thought the whole program was great. The audience agreed and gave the group a standing ovation.

There was a question-and-answer period after the performance. Artistic director Carla Maxwell was asked whether it was hard to continue after founding director Limón died in 1972. She said people thought they would disband at that point. If they had, the work would have disappeared. They realized it was more than his work. Limón had produced company members’ work. It wasn’t just about him. He wanted them to find their own vision.

The point of view was not to have a smorgasbord, but to create dance that was about José. Limón expected them to rise to the occasion and find themselves in the dance. The value and the power of the work is what has sustained them.

Part of the legacy of José was not to be afraid to make mistakes.

Limón Dance Company Mercy, Cuteness, and their friend Lucky ate up the Limón Dance Company at University of Washington World Dance Series. The group was founded by the late José Limón and is based in New York City.

Dark Divas and They opened with “There Is a Time” Lucy Wainwright Roche to “Meditations on Ecclesiastes” by Mercy is really looking forward to Carl Fisher. The choreography was by seeing Dark Divas at the Triple Door Limón. on Sunday, March 11. The production There were circles, male and female is about famous African-American solos, and pas de deuxes. Mercy liked performers: Ella Fitzgerald, Pearl Baithe folk costumes and folk movements. ley, Billie Holiday, Moms Mabley, DiLucky said the number was stunning. nah Washington, Bessie Smith, Sarah She liked how happy the woman’s dance Vaughn, Nina Simone, and Eartha Kitt. was. Mercy said, “Two thumbs up. InThe first half is set at the Apollo Theater, tensely luscious.” She also liked the muthe second at the Cotton Club. sic and the lights.

The divas are Stephine Hadley, Nyema Mercy found the second number Clark, Gwendolyn Coats, Demene Hall, “Chaconne,” to J. S. Bach’s “Chaconne Kibibi Monié, and Umeme Upenzi, and from Partita No. 2 for Violin,” a pleasthe musicians are Mark Adams, Jerry “Come With Me” by The Limón Dance Company ing combination of classical music and Henderson, Lonnie Williams, Darryl Silmodern dance. Cuteness found the muvers, and Janice Scroggins. sic and dance beautiful. It was also choreo- enacted. Cuteness thought Dante Puleio, as Mercy is really looking forward to Lucy graphed by Limón and was a solo by Rapha- the Moor’s friend, had amazing flexibility.

Wainwright Roche at the Triple Door on “Come With Me” was inspired by the Wednesday, March 14. Lucy is the daughter el Boumaila.

“The Moor’s Pavanne (Variations on a music “The Ladies in White” by Paquito of Loudon Wainwright III and Suzzy Roche theme of Othello)” was next, to music by D’Rivera. It was a world premiere. Lucky of the Roches, and the half-sister of Rufus Henry Purcell. It was also choreographed pointed out the choreographer, Rodrigo Wainwright. Her debut album was Lucy.

by José Limón. Mercy liked the Elizabe- Pederneiras, is the choreographer for Grupo You can get your tickets for both Dark than costumes and dance inspired by that Corpo in Brazil. Mercy liked the colorful Divas and Lucy Wainwright Roche at thetera. It was fun to watch the story of Othello costumes and Cuban music and dance. She ripledoor.net.

The Trojan Women: It’s all Greek

by Eric Andrews-Katz SGN A&E Writer The Trojan Women Broadway Performance Hall March 7-9, 15-17 Euripides wrote the Greek tragedy The Trojan Women more than 2,000 years ago, but the lessons and interpretations of the play are still relevant today. The subjects of religious justifications for conquests, slavery, and murder are nothing new, and are still the subjects of theater and discussions more than 20 centuries later. Quiet Productions takes on the challenge of presenting this classic story with their modern interpretation of the play.

The plotline is a commentary on the Peloponnesian War telling the story of the sack of Troy and the aftermath for its female citizens. The city is conquered and the men have all been killed in the war, leaving the fate of their women to be decided by the vanquishing Greeks. A Greek envoy announces that the women are to be shipped off and enslaved. Trojan Queen Hecuba is sent to Odysseus, and her daughter is to be concubine to King Agamemnon himself. To prevent any form of revenge, Hecuba’s infant grandson is to be thrown off the cliffs as sacrifice. After the queen is allowed to prepare for her grandson’s funeral, the women are taken away to their enslaved destinies.

The sets of the show were updated for a

“modern take.” In a clever way to remind us of how Troy fell, the remnants of a wooden horse’s head and body were strewn about the stage. It worked well with a subtle commentary unto itself. Contemporary dress was used for costumes, and a television monitor was hung over the stage for emphases of current technology. Even the issues of same-sex relationships were brought out to make the point that no matter how much has changed, very little has in the long run.

The actors did a good job with what they had to work with. Hecuba (Gina Marie Russell) expressed many of her emotions through strong facial expressions. This helped us understand what was going on even when the dialogue couldn’t be understood. The chorus was unified – as Greek choruses should be – and they worked together to emphasize certain points within the play. While double casting is nothing new to smaller theaters, there was some confusion with the transitions. Something more than just the changing of a jacket or the addition of a limp is needed to clarify the difference of which character is which when moving from the chorus to a distinct person.

The challenges with updating a 2,000-year-old play are many, but this group seemed to focus on the less important ones.

The dialogue has been interpreted hundreds of times, but it doesn’t make it any easier to understand. The audience really needs to have a previous understanding of the Pelo-

ponnesian Wars, the battle of Troy, or at least the time period being represented in order to comprehend any play written from this era. While the language is poetic, it’s not the easiest to understand, and there were times when (at least) this audience member was struggling to follow along. At the beginning, the television monitor flashed into life, showing two reporters in discussion to set the scene of the play. Since this started five minutes before the curtain time, the auditorium lights were still on and audience members were still being situated in their seats without realizing the play had started. The importance of the televised dialogue (which was between the gods Poseidon and Athena) was completely lost, starting the entire show with confusion. Scenarios and commentary were presented on the screen throughout the show, but instead of clarifying what was on stage it just seemed to further distract from being able to follow the dialogue. While the theater itself is set up well, the well-heated auditorium seemed to further lure the audience into drowsiness, which didn’t help to keep focus on the play.

Through the years, this play has been interpreted over and over again. In 1965 the Nobel Prize winning Jean-Paul Sartre presented a version faithful to the original, but with an emphasis on imperialism and existentialistic subjects. The acclaimed Israeli playwright Hanoch Levin wrote a macabre version with an even more disturbing emphasis on scatological situations. Several movies have been made, the most famous one by Greek director Mihalis Kakogiannis, which starred Vanessa Redgrave and Brian Blessed. Other updated versions have included scenarios about Hiroshima’s bombing and Holocaust visuals, while some have incorporated blues and rock ‘n’ roll music.

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Ghostlight’s Freak Storm turns Shakespeare on its ear

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by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer Freak Storm Ballard Underground Through March 11 Ghost Light Theatricals’ newest production is a new, wacky adaptation of Shakespeare’s The Tempest. Wacky? The Tempest has supernatural or magic elements, but it’s probably not likely to be labeled wacky.

So, playwright Don Fleming has stretched a long, long way from Shakespeare. What that means is that anyone who’s afraid of Shakespeare plays, or bored by them, can

rest assured that you don’t have to know a thing about Shakespeare to see and enjoy this production.

If we synopsize The Tempest, though, you get the basic synopsis of this play, too. A bunch of people crash (Shakespeare does it with a boat and a storm and an island, Fleming crashes a helicopter into a volcano), but it’s a fake crash created by the (island/ volcano) resident magician, who lives there with his (her) daughter. Both sets of people are related in various ways. A sprite named Ariel (a semi-human-robotic being called REL – Remote Environmental Liaison) sort of rounds them up together. There’s another

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of George Bernard Shaw’s ever-popular Pygmalion, which ends its three-week run Pygmalion with final performances through Sunday at Intiman Theatre the Intiman Theatre at Seattle Center. Next Through March 11 year, Seattle Shakes (as it is affectionately Seattle Shakespeare Company broadens known) adds Ibsen to its repertoire, but its repertoire base with a terrific staging Shakespeare remains the theater’s constant.

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disappears into this volcano with their daughter (Linnea Emigh), leaving the husband (James Lyle) with the son (Chris Davis). The wife creates REL (Emily Veiling) who is able to remotely interact with and control aspects of the volcano and its inhabitants, including a hominid named Sesquath (Mok Moser).

The rest of the people in the helicopter include another scientist in love with the husband (Allison Irvine), who is nicknamed Spock (there are a lot of Star Trek references in the play), the pilot (Sarah Rose Nottingham), the co-pilot (Joey Fechtel), and a guy (Gordon Hendrickson) who turns out to work for a military contractor that wants to weaponize this environmental project.

The focus is this science-fictiony project that might have a hugely positive effect on the world and the people who want to subvert and weaponize it. It’s uniquely entertaining to also overlay that on top of a Shakespeare plot. Mok Moser as Sesquath has actual lines, many of them actual Shakespearean quotes, but is almost unintelligible. He is compelling, so the audience really wants to know what he’s saying.

Some of the jokes are typical shtick where Moser says a lot of gibberish and Stefi, the pilot, who has the ability to understand him, translates with a single word: “He said ‘no.’”

More could have been done with this character to good effect.

While a bit of a messy enterprise, it’s got a lot of fun aspects, including mushrooms that sexually charge those who eat them (which are shaped like tits and dicks), figuring out the Star Trek references, figuring out the Tempest plot, and likable performers. Director Lisa Glomb holds it all together, with the help of good sound design from Dan Yost, lights by Jake Farley, and costumes by Jocelyn Fowler. The set wasn’t a big help, since it was pretty ugly and inelegant (except for the mushrooms).

For more information, go to www.ghostlighttheatricals.org or www.brownpapertickets.com/event/222859 or call 800-8383006.

hominid, Caliban (Sesquath), who longs for human companionship and wants to marry the daughter.

Well, it does track the basics of Shakespeare, but really this is an environmental tale of human over-reach and scientific extremism, which Shakespeare had no clue about. It’s a very Northwest play, since the volcano is located in the Cascades. A scientific couple had been working on what could have been a huge advance in environmental idealism, using energy created from volcanic heat.

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For its first Shaw, Seattle Shakespeare couldn’t have gathered a better group of local artists. Many are newcomers to the troupe, but many are returning Seattle Shakes veterans. All major roles are wonderfully realized – the Emerald City probably hasn’t had a better Pygmalion in the past dozen years.

In 1913, Shaw was drawn to the ancient Greek legend of Pygmalion, a talented sculptor who created an ivory statue so beautiful and so lifelike that he prayed to Venus to turn the work into a real woman, Galatea. His story of Henry Higgins, who transforms a Cockney flower girl into a polished and proper woman whom he passes off as a duchess, was an immediate smash hit. It continued to be his most popular stage work well into the 1950s, when Lerner and Loewe adapted the classic play into the world-famous musical My Fair Lady. In any version, the story of Higgins and Eliza Doolittle, now approaching its 100th anniversary, echoes the Greek tale of Pygmalion and his creation, Galatea. And what a tale it is.

Seattle Shakespeare’s accomplished staging has numerous highlights. A few include: The direction: Jeff Steitzer has directed more than 170 productions in his 35-year career. Few have been as polished as this Pygmalion. In a clever directorial move, Steitzer adds a proper prologue that finds Shaw himself narrating the play – or at least reading most of the author’s famous stage directions. It’s a wise addition that helps flesh out the projected scenery and capture some of the tongue-in-cheek aspects of the author.

The cast: Mark Anders has never been better than he is as the spirited Henry Higgins. His portrayal adds a youthful aspect

that is right in every dimension. Jennifer Lee Taylor, a veteran of many Seattle productions, is a perfect Eliza Doolittle. Not too pretty, not too plain – a case of perfect casting and perfect characterization. Jeanne Paulsen, one of Seattle’s most talented actresses, is polished as his often scandalized mother, Mrs. Higgins. A. Bryan Humphrey doubles as Shaw and the play’s comic center, Alfred Doolittle, Eliza’s father. Humphrey often comes close to walking away with the production – he’s a constant delight as either the stuffy Shaw or the easygoing Doolittle. Marty Mukhalian is an ideal Mrs. Eynsford-Hill, properly proper and appealingly poor. Her children – Amy Hill as her daughter Clara and Trick Danneker as her foolish son Freddy – hit every note with full appeal. R. Hamilton Wright is solid as Higgins’ partner-in-creation, Colonel Pickering. And Beth A. Cooper as Mrs. Pearce creates a three-dimensional part as Higgins’ faithful housekeeper. Small parts, mainly acted by Cornish College of the Arts students, are well done.

The costumes by Deane Middleton are a constant marvel. They are simply perfect in every case. The scenic and projection design

by Jason Phillips adds a polished note to an obviously budget-minded production. Four large columns anchor Intiman’s thrust, stage and inventive collages and other projections fill in the necessary details. Props, sounds, and lighting are also first-rate.

In short, Seattle Shakespeare Company’s Pygmalion is a show not to be missed. Good seating remains for the final performances tonight, Saturday, and Sunday. Details and reservations are available at (206) 733-8222 or at www.seattleshakespeare.org . Highest recommendation. Seattle Shakes returns to the Bard of Avon with its final show, the May/June staging of As You Like It.

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Kanye West version of “E.T.,” the Missy ElTeenage Dream: liott mix of “TGIF (Last Friday Nite),” and continued from cover The Complete Confection an acoustic rendition of “The One That Got Katy Perry (March 27) Away.”

Pop superstar Katy Perry is giving her recorded last November in Toronto with a Bring it on Home 52-piece ensemble. The CD and accompa- faithful a sugar rush this month when she Joan Osborne (March 27) nying DVD are both out this week and each offers them a sweeter edition of the megainclude Menzel’s soaring rendition of “Defying Gravity,” the signature number from Wicked.

Radio Music Society Esperanza Spalding (March 20) Seattle concert date: Moore Theatre, March 24 Esperanza Spalding went from red-hot in 2011 to on-fire in 2012. The Portland bassist and vocalist, last year’s surprise Grammy winner for Best New Artist, recently performed during the In Memoriam segment at the Academy Awards, two weeks after appearing on the Grammys pre-telecast ceremony. But what we’re really anticipating is her next album, Radio Music Society, on March 20. From someone who owns an advance copy, run – don’t walk – to buy it.

Spalding is set to perform live in Seattle four days after her CD is released.

MDNA Madonna (March 26) Seattle concert dates: Key Arena, October 2-3 If you’re a true blue fan of Madonna, then you probably already have the Gay icon’s MDNA pre-ordered through iTunes.

The album features the leadoff single, “Give Me All Your Luvin’” (with M.I.A. and Nicki Minaj), and the just-released second hit, “Girl Gone Wild.” And because she’s special, the Material Girl is allowed to put her CD out on a Monday vs. the standard Tuesday release date for new arrivals. It’s expected Madonna will include both songs on her forthcoming tour, swinging through Seattle this fall.

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“So do I support the idea of Gay marriage?” said Cameron. “No, I don’t.”

To his credit, Piers Morgan verbally disagreed with Cameron during the interview when asked what he would do if one of his kids came out. “If one of my sons [came out], I’d say, ‘That’s great, son, as long as you’re happy.’”

Cameron’s statements on marriage equality and homosexuality set off a media firestorm. In all honesty, most people don’t even know who Kirk Cameron is (or was, for that matter). Further, his idiotic preaching about marriage and who should be able to have it would’ve gone unnoticed a few years ago. But something has happened across the nation and marriage equality is now “in,” and anti-Gay rhetoric is “out.”

Cameron is no longer speaking for the majority of Americans, says Herndon Graddick, an official at Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD), a media watchdog group for the LGBT community. “With an increasing number of states recognizing marriage equality, Americans are seeing that marriage is about committed couples who want to make a lifelong promise to take care of and be responsible for each other and that Gay and Lesbian couples need equal security and legal protections. That’s not ‘redefining’ anything,” said Graddick.

GLAAD officials say there exists ample data to back up the claim that Americans are growing more accepting of marriage equality. “A new Field Poll released February 29 found that 59% of California voters favored marriage for same-sex couples, while only 34% opposed it,” reports GLAAD. This comes after five 2011 national polls that found that a majority of Americans support marriage equality: • A Quinnipiac University poll found that

she hasn’t produced in record sales she’s come through with in quality – 2002’s How Sweet it Is and 2008’s Little Wild One were both stellar. Here’s hoping Bring it on Home matches those.

Slipstream Bonnie Raitt (April 10) Although she may never again reach the pinnacle of 1989’s Nick of Time, a Grammy winner for Album of the Year, Bonnie Raitt can do no wrong in my book. She continues to stay rooted in the blues, despite several mainstream pop hits (“I Can’t Make You Love Me,” “Something to Talk About”), and she’s doing it all over again on the anticipated spring release, Slipstream, her first studio recording in seven years.

Little Broken Hearts Norah Jones (May 1) Norah Jones has stayed out of the spotlight since winning a bounty of awards in 2003 for Come Away With Me, and a few more in the following years. But that doesn’t mean she’s strayed from making great music. 2009’s The Fall, containing the adorably catchy “Chasing Pirates,” was a standout and her upcoming album, Little Broken Hearts, will likely resurface the singer-songwriter to the top as it happens to be produced by maverick producer Danger Mouse.

successful Teenage Dream. The CD, which has produced a whopping four #1 hits and two additional top-10 singles, will be reissued with everything from the original disc, plus three new tracks (including “Part of Me”), the

It’s a shame, really, that Joan Osborne isn’t bigger than she is. The “One of Us” singersongwriter was a promising newcomer when 1995’s Relish was met with strong artistic and commercial attention. Yet, what

Out of the Game Rufus Wainwright (May 1) It’s not that Rufus Wainwright’s previous record, 2010’s All Days Are Nights: Songs for Lulu, wasn’t good – it was just a heavy-hearted, complicated, classicalthemed album that detoured from his usual quirky, theatrical pop material. It appears the lauded Gay singer-songwriter is back to old times with the May release of his latest, Out of the Game, produced by the hottest (in more ways than one) producer around, Mark Ronson.

59% of respondents oppose federal legislation that denies eligibility for federal benefits to Gay and Lesbian spouses.

• A Gallup poll showed 53% of respondents believed that marriages between Lesbian and Gay couples should be “recognized by the law as valid.”

• Public Religion Research Institute found that 51% support legal marriage for Lesbian and Gay couples.

• ABC News and The Washington Post found that 51% of respondents said they thought marriage equality should be legal, a 17-point increase from the 2006 polling results.

• CNN and the Opinion Research Corporation showed 51% of respondents were in favor of legal recognition for marriages for Gay and Lesbian couples.

The five 2011 polls were celebrated by the LGBT community because, for the first time in our movement’s history, we consistently crossed over the “more than half” point regarding marriage equality. And the trend continues today.

But that is public opinion and a look into how Americans might possibly vote for or support legislation that is pro-marriage equality. What about Cameron’s peers?

What has Hollywood said about his views?

Happily, a number of relevant celebrities – because Cameron is certainly not relevant – publicly stepped forward this week to disagree with the actor.

GCB star Kristin Chenoweth, a 2011 GLAAD Media Award winner, gave an interview to ABC in which she discussed being a Christian who supports LGBT equality. “The Bible tells us that we’re not supposed to judge, and people shouldn’t judge before seeing the show,” Chenoweth says.

“Even as a young child, I thought, ‘Why is being Gay bad?’ I didn’t understand it. So I asked my grandma, who is the best Christian I ever knew. I’d say, ‘What about my friend Denny, he’s Gay, is he going to hell?’

She told me, ‘I read the Bible like I eat fish. I

take the meat that serves me well, but I don’t choke on the bone.’”

Hollywood’s elite including George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Kevin Bacon, Jamie Lee Curtis, Jane Lynch, and Martin Sheen used their voices and popularity to move America closer to marriage equality this week by participating in 8: the play in Los Angeles (coming June 4 to the Intiman Theatre in Seattle).

Cameron’s comments clearly dated him and put him in stark contrast with this generation’s teen actors. Today’s teen idols – Aziz Ansari, Chris Colfer, Miley Cyrus, Hilary Duff, Dakota Fanning, Zac Efron, Josh Hutcherson, Kristen Stewart, and many more – have all spoken out in support of LGBT equality.

Actors who once shared the screen with Cameron also spoke out against his antiLGBT views.

Growing Pains co-star Tracey Gold, made famous by her portrayal of Carol Anne Seaver on the classic sitcom, spoke out in support of marriage equality on Sunday after her TV brother told Piers Morgan that being Gay is “unnatural.”

On her Twitter account, Gold posted “I am a strong supporter of the #LGBT community, and I believe in equal rights for all. #NOH8 #LOVE” Gold also changed her Twitter profile picture to a shot of her participating in the “NO H8” campaign, a photo project in support of LGBT equality.

In fact, the only celebrity who praised Cameron’s anti-Gay remarks was former actor Stephen Baldwin, who said Cameron did a “great job.” Baldwin, who describes himself as a “Jesus freak” in his Twitter profile, added, “Let’s pray one day Piers Morgan finds true Salvation, God Bless!”

Cameron and Baldwin do not represent all evangelicals. “Despite what Kirk Cameron said on CNN’s Piers Morgan program, being Gay is not unnatural, detrimental, or destructive to the foundation of civilization,”

Todd Ferrell, president of the Evangelical Network, told the Advocate. “The church … is part of the problem but has great potential to be a part of the solution. The church and Christianity have gotten off track by overemphasizing religious legalism and underemphasizing a relationship with God. They also are simply out of touch with where America is on equality. Churches across America are seeing lower attendance, and much of this has been attributed to their nonstop preaching against Gays and Lesbians.”

In response to the stir, Cameron released the following March 6 statement, which read, in part, “I was asked to share my views on homosexuality, Gay marriage, and abortion. I spoke as honestly as I could, but some people believe my responses were not loving toward those in the Gay community.

That is not true. I can assuredly say that it’s my life’s mission to love all people.

“The only way to properly answer these kind of questions is to begin the discussion with another question: Is life and sexuality sacred or are they not? If they are, then God has something to say about these things. If not, then everyone is entitled to their own opinion on the matter.”

Cameron says that he believes that freedom of speech and freedom of religion go hand-in-hand in America. “I should be able to express moral views on social issues – especially those that have been the underpinning of Western civilization for 2,000 years – without being slandered, accused of hate speech, and told from those who preach ‘tolerance’ that I need to either bend my beliefs to their moral standards or be silent when I’m in the public square,” he continued.

“In any society that is governed by the rule of law, some form of morality is always imposed. It’s inescapable,” concluded Cameron. “But it is also a complicated subject, and that is why I believe we need to learn how to debate these things with greater love and respect.”

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continued from cover Jane Lynch, Wanda Sykes, and Anderson Cooper, because “that makes me sound really smart.” Not that she has to sound anything but beautiful, and that she already does – as demonstrated in her 20 years on stage, from Rent to Wicked (originating the roles of Maureen and Elphaba, respectively), and as a cradle-robbing club leader on Glee.

Now the ever-sweet Broadway diva has a new live album, Idina Menzel Live: Barefoot at the Symphony, and plans to hit the road this summer for a series of tour dates.

Menzel caught up with us recently to talk toes, hubby Taye Diggs’ Gay tendency and learning the real definition of “white party.”

Chris Azzopardi: Barefoot at the Symphony is the name of the new album – do you have nice feet?

Idina Menzel: They’re all right. My toes are pretty in proportion to each other. No weird toes.

Azzopardi: Is the toe next to the big toe longer than the big toe?

Menzel: No, they’re actually nice like that. It’s just that – from working out and

stuff – my heels are always dry. But the toes are nice!

Azzopardi: Will your tour be a lot like this album?

Menzel: The album is a culmination of a year and a half of touring and playing with these amazing symphonies. So, this summer when I go on tour, I obviously need to retain some of the songs that I know people would shoot me for if I didn’t sing them, but I am going to clean the slate and freshen up the show and explore some brand-new material.

Azzopardi: Do people expect you to fly when you do “Defying Gravity”?

Menzel: No, I don’t think they do.

(Laughs) But I’m sure they expect me to hit very high notes, which isn’t always an easy thing to do.

Azzopardi: How did it go over when you covered “Poker Face” with the symphony?

Menzel: It’s funny: The audience was everyone from theater people to symphony people to just your regular audience coming to see some entertainment for the evening.

But “Poker Face” was great. I did it because I knew people would like to see something from Glee and I thought the juxtaposition of the song with the orchestra could be really cool, but I didn’t realize it would become a

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ARIES (March 20 – April 19): Arguments with your partner are less about your partner and more about your own worries, fears and doubts. Remember you two are on the same side! You still have resources. Priority No. 1: Take care of your health!

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20): You’re looking much too good for your own good.

An old fling may show up for an encore, but it’s just that. This is no time to start a new relationship, revive an old one, or take for granted the one you have going.

GEMINI (May 21 – June 20): Your ruler Mercury retrograding into Mercury may have you feeling and acting like Gracie Allen (she’s on YouTube). If you can capture her charm, keep your head on straight and keep a sense of humor, you’ll be ahead of the game.

CANCER (June 21 – July 22): Spring starts with all eyes on you. You will surprise everyone and very likely yourself. Planning is important, even though plans will go awry. Think ahead with contingencies, and be ready to improvise. Be alert, but relax.

You can dazzle everyone.

LEO (July 23 – August 22): The craziest ideas confronting you are exactly the ones you should entertain. The state of the world proves a lot of bright people have been wrong about important matters, so let go of old ideas. A true philosopher is always open-minded.

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22): Share your darkest, kinkiest fantasies with someone who can help them come true. If it involves cheating on your partner, forget it. One of you is perhaps too sensitive, but feelings still have to be accepted and issues handled respectfully.

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22): Your ruler, Venus, is not a “good girl” but a famous seductress. Like it or not, she’s shining the red light on you. Much fun? Perhaps.

Just be very careful not to get into a relationship you’ll regret, or to lose one you value.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21): Treat confusing and mixed messages from your friends with good humor. That doesn’t mean you should make fun of them! You’re probably as much at fault. Listen to your partner. The less you like it, the more you’ll benefit.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 20): Guessing that your boss doesn’t know what he or she is doing, you could well be right, but pointing that out won’t help you at all. Stick to your own work the best you can!

CAPRICORN (December 21 – January 19): The best way to avoid stupid arguments is to avoid people, not necessarily just the stupid ones. Especially keep relatives at a safe distance. Your hyperactive brain needs some calming. Hide out and meditate.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18): As recent mistakes come to light, don’t even think about shifting blame or keeping them hidden. Fess up and make it right.

With Mercury retrograde, everyone’s screwing up a bit these days. Being forthright and responsible will get you points.

PISCES (February 19 – March 19): Inspirations or worries over money are not as important as they seem. The first ideas that come into your head are wrong, but if you figure out why, you can come up with something outrageously right.

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comic piece for me. The first couple of times I did it, I realized these stories and I stopped the full-on symphony in the middle of the song, which you never do, to tell people the story behind it. Then it just started becoming this little creature that I used every night as a way of singing that song but also having fun with the audience and being really spontaneous.

Azzopardi: On the album you recall a crush you had on a Gay professor during your freshman year in college. What was it about him that you were so into?

Menzel: Well, first, I didn’t realize he was Gay until later in life, but he was just so intense and he was the kind of teacher that you know you trusted and respected so much that also could make you cry in a second, because he saw right through you and challenged you and expected the most of you. For me, when I got in front of class and felt like I was disappointing a teacher, I would just get so demoralized. That feeling never goes away. Whether you’re standing up in front of 10 people in a class or 5,000 people in an audience, the idea of opening your soul and making yourself really vulnerable is quite terrifying and sometimes, if you’re not prepared, you get really thrown.

Azzopardi: Since you have a history of falling for Gay men, did Taye have to pass some kind of test?

Menzel: No. Please. He went to the School of the Arts in Rochester and majored in theater in Syracuse, and so many of his friends were Gay before we even met.

Azzopardi: Oh, Idina, these are all red flags.

Menzel: [Laughs.] Yeah, he’ll even engage in “runway” at parties at the house if we pull out the carpet and it’s late at night, he has a couple of drinks and Taye will even do runway… if you give him enough alcohol.

Azzopardi: Who has the bigger Gay following?

Menzel: I think I do! [Laughs.]

Azzopardi: You know, you take everything from the Gays: Taye Diggs. Kissing Puck on Glee. Waking up with Patrick Dempsey in Enchanted. What do you have to say for yourself?

Menzel: That’s some good stuff, huh?

In my defense, I’m a mom of a 2-year-old and – like, right now I’m in the ugliest outfit, practically PJs, and my hair hasn’t been washed in two days – and if I didn’t have those opportunities, I’d never feel like a woman again.

Azzopardi: What was your recent Gay cruise experience on Atlantis’ Allure of the Seas like?

Menzel: I learned the “white party” doesn’t necessarily mean you wear white suits; it means you wear as little as possible and maybe some white Hanes underwear and angel wings. [Laughs.] I learned that I will never go on a cruise ship again unless it’s a Gay cruise because I am now ruined forever. The creativity and the passion and the fun will be unmatched. The best audiences of my life. It was just a blast. There are a bunch of sides to yourself, but it’s nice to just let ’er rip. And sing some duets with some drag queens!

Azzopardi: What would you tell your son, Walker, if he came out to you?

Menzel: Hopefully I wouldn’t have to say much by then. Hopefully he’ll grow up in an environment where he won’t think much of it and it will be very commonplace and yet, if for some reason that discussion did arise, Taye and I would say, if we were to have a son or daughter who were Gay, they wouldn’t meet any resistance with us. We always take five steps forward and two steps back, but in our house, in our family and with our friends, he already is in the company of – and loved by – all sorts of people.

[Taye and I] have very supportive parents, and so it’s more the outside world that tends to put some stigma on it, even in this day and age. I’d probably say Taye has more responsibility to African-American people, not feeling like he’s let them down in some way.

I think it’s just about raising a son that’s going to be mixed race and how to tackle that and what that means – even religiously and spiritually, we have a lot of stuff ahead of us. I want to be really clear and defined so that it’s not confusing.

Azzopardi: Is your character on Glee,

Shelby, done for?

Menzel: You know, I don’t know. They’re saying I’m coming back, but you never know.

Maybe they’ll go with another storyline. But I love being there. I love the energy on set, and I certainly did enjoy being hot for teacher and having the 17-year-old man with the Mohawk to kiss on. But they keep things really close to the vest, so it’s hard to tell.

Azzopardi: Are you looking at being a part of a musical again?

Menzel: Yeah, but nothing that I really can speak of yet. I’m trying to give people their space to create and do their thing, but that’s my goal. I’m putting my energy toward trying to get back to New York City in an original piece, just because that’s where I’ve had the most success and where I feel the most fulfilled. That process of standing at the piano with a composer and a writer as they’re creating from scratch and using you as inspiration – there’s nothing like that.

Azzopardi: Any word on a Wicked movie?

Menzel: No. I just always hear that if it came about Kristin [Chenoweth] and I would probably be too old, which is really annoying considering all the CGI you can do these days. I called them and told them, “What about Avatar?!” You never know, but I kind of don’t hold my breath on that one.

And I feel lucky enough that I got to do the Rent movie 10 years after I actually originated the role. So we’ll see about Wicked.

Azzopardi: So much has happened in your career since playing Maureen in Rent.

Is that still a part of you?

Menzel: Yes, because I put it in my show all the time in some capacity, so it actually forces me to get back in touch with that time in my life and what it represented and how I’ve grown since then.

Azzopardi: What about Wicked? Do you have nightmares about going green?

Menzel: Yes! I actually have those recurring theater nightmares. It’s not always just Wicked; it could be Rent, and they just desperately need me. The girl playing the role at the time can’t get in and there’s no one around. They call me and I’m like, “Of course I remember how to do it!” and I get on a dark and dreary stage that looks nothing like any set I’ve ever been on before and I can’t remember a single line and I don’t know how to put the green makeup on and I start having a meltdown.

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The Magnetic Fields March 19-20 The Neptune A colleague of mine, upon speaking with Stephin Merritt, immediately posted on Facebook that it was one of his most difficult interviews. This deterred me from giving it a go myself with the lead singer of indie rock act The Magnetic Fields. Merritt has always kept to himself, resulting in a recluse and mysterious lifestyle off stage that gives way to an often dry personality and bland interviews. On the bright side, his music is anything but ho-hum. Whether it’s with The Magnetic Fields (1991’s Distant Plastic Trees, 2012’s Love at the Bottom of the Sea) or on his own (last year’s Obscurities), Merritt is truly a songwriter’s songwriter.

“100,000 Fireflies,” “California Girls,” “Why I Cry,” and “Andrew in Drag” are some of the possible set list entries for The Magnetic Fields’ back-to-back appearances at the Neptune this month. But will Merritt do any of his own material, like “I Don’t Believe In You,” “One April Day,” or “The Sun and the Sea and the Sky”? You have

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God bless Ani DiFranco for not slowing two opportunities to find out, March 19 and 20. Visit www.stgpresents.org for ticket in- down once in her 20-year-plus career. The Grammy-winning artist is one of the most formation. consistent female singer-songwriters in the business – think Tracy Chapman with no Lady Antebellum extended holidays. DiFranco has long been March 20 an independent-minded artist, mostly penKey Arena Country powerhouse Lady Antebellum, ning songs from an empowering woman’s fresh from another Grammy victory for point of view but also writing music about 2011’s Own the Night, are showing no signs self-discovery, peace, social issues, and polof taking it easy. The trio – Charles Kelley, itics – she’s a supporter of both the Green Hillary Scott, and Dave Haywood – have and Democratic parties. A large chunk of been Nashville’s hottest group since 2009 DiFranco’s fan base is female, Lesbian, or and have now expanded their fan base out- Bisexual, although I’ve met a lot of straight side the U.S. They received a Brit Award men who follow her because she’s a skilled nomination for Best International Group, guitar player and energetic live performer. a rare accolade for an American country The Buffalo native, who writes poetry on performer, and they’ll embark on their first the side, is on the road promoting her newEuropean tour late this summer with stops est work, Which Side Are You On?, with a planned for Dublin, London, Manchester, Seattle stop on April Fool’s Day. She’ll be Glasgow, Frankfurt, Munich, Copenha- joined by rising star and recent Grammy gen, Stockholm, and Gothenburg. At Key nominee Seth Glier. For ticket information, Arena, expect to hear Lady A’s huge hit visit www.showboxonline.com.

“Need You Now,” along with “American Young the Giant Honey,” “Lookin’ for a Good Time,” “I Run April 7 to You,” and their newest release, “Dancin’ Moore Theatre Away With My Heart.” Already, the trio’s Interview alert: concerts on this tour are generating rave Francois Comtois reviews, including those stating that the (drummer) on April 6 band displays a high level of showmanship When Blaine Anderson (Darren Criss) and are very interactive with the audience.

Darius Rucker and Grammy-nominated performs a new song he’s been working on duo Thompson Square will open for Lady for boyfriend Kurt Hummel (Chris Colfer) A. Visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticket on Glee, just about the time a bullied and harassed Dave Karofsky (Max Adler) atinformation. tempts to take his own life, we’re listening to a reasonably good version of Young En Vogue the Giant’s smash hit “Cough Syrup.” The March 22-25 primetime TV exposure is the latest good Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley thing to happen to this Irvine, California, Interview Alert: pop band, who catapulted to music stardom En Vogue on March 16 Minus one original member, En Vogue in 2011 with another top single, “My Body,” struts to Seattle for a quadruple-night resi- an MTV VMAs telecast appearance and dency at Dimitriou’s Jazz Alley. The all- sold out coast-to-coast performances. This female R&B vocal group rose to immediate year is much the same, as most of YTG’s fame with their debut album, 1990’s Born spring tour outings are already sold out, into Sing, reeling out one hit after another cluding the Seattle date in early April. The including “Hold On,” “Lies,” “Free Your group will also perform at this year’s BonnMind,” “Don’t Let Go,” and a duet with aroo Festival and New York City’s Central Salt-n-Pepa called “Whatta Man.” Unless Park Summerstage. All tickets for this show the trio - Terry Ellis, Cindy Herron-Braggs, are bye-bye.

Maxine Jones - appeared with Luther VanRadiohead w/ Other Lives dross on his tour many years ago here, this April 9 could very well be the first-ever Seattle apKey Arena pearance for them. Backed by a three-piece It goes without saying, but I’ll say it anyband, “An Evening with En Vogue” promises to be a night full of great music, dancing, way: Radiohead is genius. Of course, I’m and fierce energy. Pre-paid reservations are preaching to the choir. Fans have known required for each of the six performances since 1993, when the British quintet re(they’re doing two shows apiece on Friday leased its seminal album Pablo Honey, that and Saturday), and if you’ve never been to there was something very special about this the cozy Jazz Alley I suggest arriving early band. Nearly 20 years later, Thom Yorke for dinner and/or cocktails prior to the start and company have surpassed U2 - not comof the show. For reservations, visit www. mercially, but artistically – and have opened doors for every indie rock group that has jazzalley.com or call (206) 441-9729. proceeded them. Unlike so many musical acts that either sell out or burn out, RadioGladys Knight head continues to this day to create some of March 30 the most original songs we’ve ever listened Snoqualmie Ballroom to. From “Creep” to “Karma Police” to “Lo(at Snoqualmie Casino) Soul legend Gladys Knight rarely tours tus Flower” and lots of stellar tracks in bethe Northwest, which is why a short hop to tween (my favorite is “Lucky”), these guys Snoqualmie Casino becomes a priority later have yet to sacrifice their souls for fame. this month. We know and love her for the The Seattle show is completely sold out, classics, from “Midnight Train to Georgia” featuring buzzworthy act Other Lives in the to “I Heard it Through the Grapevine” to supporting slot.

“You’re the Best Thing That Ever Happened Coldplay to Me” – all recorded with her fellow playApril 25 ers, the Pips. But the Atlanta native is just as Key Arena solid as a solo artist, releasing back-to-back What’s not to love about Coldplay? gems in 1991 (Good Woman) and 1994 (Just for You) – the latter contained a terrific cov- They’re cute, they write dreamy pop songs, er version of Karyn White’s “Superwoman” they’re English, they’re nice guys, and (it with help from pals Dionne Warwick and begs a second mention) they’re cute. The Patti LaBelle; Knight also collaborated with quartet’s long list of internationally known Warwick, Elton John, and Stevie Wonder on radio favorites includes “Yellow,” “Clocks,” the AIDS-themed hit “That’s What Friends “The Scientist,” “Speed of Sound,” “Viva Are For.” Something else the R&B diva is La Vida,” and “Paradise.” Coldplay’s newest associated with is chicken and waffles; her album, 2011’s Mylo Xyloto, isn’t their stronson owns a diner in Atlanta by that name gest – A Rush of Blood to the Head ranks at where mama Gladys occasionally assumes the top – but it’s still a delightful record with the role of chef. Knight will likely perform some bright moments, such as the duet with her greatest hits at the Snoqualmie Casino; Rihanna (“Princess of China”). I’ve seen fingers crossed for ‘Love Overboard.” Don’t these boys – Chris Martin, Guy Berryman, you dare miss this music icon when she per- Jonny Buckland, and Will Champion – four forms just a half-hour from Seattle! Visit times, and I’ve never been disappointed. www.snocasino.com for ticket information. Here’s hoping my fifth experience is as rewarding. And may I say that Chris Martin can really work that stage – he’s got so much Ani DiFranco w/ Seth Glier adrenaline! Visit www.livenation.com for April 1 ticket information.

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Justice April 25 Paramount Theatre It’s a crying shame that Justice is performing on the same night across town from Coldplay – which explains why I’m headed to Portland to check them out and make it back in time for the other show. The French duo (Gaspard Auge and Xavier de Rosnay) gained an instant following with the release of their stateside debut, the club smash “D.A.N.C.E.,” and they hit the ground running with a succession of house-electronic tracks, like “Stress,” “Genesis,” “DVNO,”

and the latest, “Audio, Video, Disco” from 2011’s album of the identical title. What’s interesting is Justice thinks nothing of their popularity, staying low on the radar and touring minimally – in other words, these guys do what they want when they want. It’s been four years since the pair made an appearance in Seattle, the last being a sweaty hot mess at The Showbox SoDo, so I’d expect the Paramount concert to be no less eventful. Pre-show hydration and stretching recommended. Visit www.stgpresents.org for ticket information.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sunday

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

MONDAY

Changes - Happy Hour all day and night.

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

See us at www.clubsilverstone.com.

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

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

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

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

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

PURR Cocktail Lounge - Happy Hour 4-7pm.

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

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

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

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

TUESDAY

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

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

Free pool all day - 2 tables.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Karaoke 9pm-2am with José.

Wildrose - Taco Tuesday. No cover.

WEDNESDAY

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

A Black Nail production.

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

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

The Cuff Complex - Free pool & Pitcher Special.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

THURSDAY

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Meetings Events Activities

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

DEADLINE: Tuesday 5pm.

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

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

community calendar

SUNDAY - March 11

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

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.

Meditation for GBT Men. 11am-1pm. Cal Anderson House, 400 Broadway. Suitable for beginning & experienced meditators. Sponsored by Dharma Buddies.

Contact Forrest Rode, 920-6177, or Mike Chin (509) 990-0007. Women may wish to contact our sister meditation group via lotus.sisters@yahoo.com. www. dharmabuddies.org Just for Today. 12-1:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. Drop-in 12-step group (Narcotics Anonymous) open to anyone in recovery. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Paths to Recovery Al-Anon Family Group. 121:30pm. Seattle University Student Center, 901 12th Ave, Room 122. Every Sunday. LGBTQ supported. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number 625-0000; www.seattle-al-anon.org Rain City Soccer Club - Ripple Effect. Every Sunday afternoon. Location varies. Ripple Effect soccer

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fun. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Les Be Honest. 8-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Monday. Open women only AA group. 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org.

TUESDAY - March 13

SATURDAY - March 10

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.

International Women’s Day Rally. 11am-4pm.

Westlake Park, 401 Pine St. In solidarity with women & their struggles across the globe. Features speakers, music, poetry, a speak-out & arts. Sponsored by the Gender eqaulity Caucus of Occupy Seattle. occupygenderequality@gmail.com International Women’s Day Celebration - “Culture, Action, Solidarity.” 2-8pm. Asian Counseling and Referral Service, 3639 Martin Luther King, Jr. Way S. A broad coalition of women’s groups and individuals has come together to plan a truly international celebration of the Puget Sound area’s diverse women’s community, highlighting the struggles and achievements of women locally and internationally. With an afternoon of workshops exploring issues women are confronting worldwide, followed by entertainment, a community dinner, and awards ceremony honoring 5 local women for their grassroots activism. All parts of this event are FREE and wheelchair accessible. ASL interpretation provided.

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. $4 fee includes coffee & snacks. For more information visit www. rainbowbridgeclub.org or email rainbowbridge club@ gmail.com Sistah Sinema: “She Wasn’t Last Night.” Doors 8pm, Movie 9pm. Chao Bar & Bistro, 1200 E Pike St. Sponsored by Sistah 2 Sistah. Tickets $10 online, $15 at the door. www.sistahsinema.com

March 10 thru March 18

team plays a weekly recreational scrimmage game for Gay guys in Seattle. To sign up visit www.raincity soccer.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. NSWG@sex positiveculture.org; www.nosafewordwritersgroup.org.

Daring Divorced Divas. 3-5pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. A support group for Lesbian women dealing with divorce, separation & transformation. To attend this group please contact the facilitator at daringdivorceddivas@yahoo.com. SASG 322-2427; www.sasgcc.org International Women’s Day Celebration, Voices of the New Feminist Uprising. 3pm. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. Hear activists discuss how grassroots women are fighting for equality, radical alternatives to politics as usual & economic justice from US streets to the Middle East. Internation brunch served at 1:30pm for a $9 donation. 722-6057, RWseattle@ mindspring.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. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. Peer support for recovery from substance abuse. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Shame to Grace Sunday SAA. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women who share their experience, strength & hope with each other so they may overcome their sexual addiction & help others recover from sexual addiction or dependency. Seattle SAA helpline 237-8828, SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191.

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

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

MONDAY - March 12

Women Facing HIV. 12noon-1:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Monday. Drop-in peer support

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group for women living with HIV/AIDS. 322-2437. www.sasgcc.org SOBER - On Meds. 1-2pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Monday. 12-step group open to anyone in recovery & living on a medicine regimen. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. For information visit www.strengthoverspeed.org. SASG 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Gay Social Dinner Club of Snohomish County.

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

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

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

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. Every Monday. A chance for youth to talk with others about their experiences & concerns related to identifying as Transgender. www.lamberthouse.org 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 Lambert House Art Night. 7:30-9:30pm. 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Bring your ideas & let’s have some

Homeless Services for Youth, Ages 14-22. 1-4pm.

Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Tuesday & Friday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Simply Positive. 2:30-4pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Tuesday. Drop-in support & social group for anyone HIV/AIDS positive. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Artful Expression. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Tuesday. This is an ongoing art group to visualize the journey thru creative expression. 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. For information visit www.strengthoverspeed.org. SASG 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Alzheimer’s Association’s LGBT Caregivers’ Support Group. 6:30-8pm. Elderhealth Northwest, 6555 Ravenna Ave NE (entrance on NE 68th St). Meets 2nd Tuesday each month. A free information and support group for care partners, family members and friends of individuals with dementia. For more information, contact group facilitator Caila Nickerson, 781-248-3524 (cell) or email: cailanickerson@gmail.com Diverse Harmony. 6:30-9pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Every Tuesday. Diverse Harmony is the nation’s first Gay/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus. Youths ages 13-22 are welcome regardless of sexual orientation. www.diverseharmony.org LGBT MS Connection/National MS Society. 6:308pm. Swedish Conference Center, Cherry Hill Campus, James Tower, 550 17th Avenue, Room E, 1st Floor.

Meets the 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month. MS Connection is a support group with the goal of providing a safe environment for the LGBT community to express their experiences and the impact of MS on their lives and the lives of their loved ones, as well as provide support for one another. Contact Shelly at 206-2505002 or LGBTMSConnection@gmail.com.

Queer Young Females Group - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 22 & Under. 6:30-7:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Tuesday. Topics range from family issues to school happenings to like/lust/ love relationships. All Queer females welcome. Come discuss how smart. strong Queer women live their lives. 322-2515, www. lamberthouse.org Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network. 6:30pm-Social; 7pm-Open Rap. Capitol Hill Group Health, South Building, 201 16th Ave E, Room A6/7. 2nd Tuesday each month. Meet & mingle in an engaging, feminist, Bi-supportive environment. For information visit www. geocities.com/sbwn.

Different Drummers. Intermediate 7-8:15pm; Beginners 8:20-9:30pm. 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 Maybe Baby. 7-8:30pm. Kaladi Brothers Coffee, 511 E Pike St. Meets the 2nd Tuesday each month. Maybe Baby is a support group for LGBTQ people who are interested in becoming parents. info@maybebaby seattle.org or visit www.maybebabyseattle.org Over 40’s Group - For Lesbian Women 40 & Older.

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

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

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

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

7:30-9pm. All Pilgrims Christian Church, 500 Broadway E. Every Tuesday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women whose primary purpose is to stop addictive sexual behavior & help others recover from sexual addiction.

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

Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. GLBT & GLBT-friendly co-ed water polo team is open to all who want to play. Otter Hotline 414-8797. www.otterpolo.com.

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WEDNESDAY - March 14

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. www.mature friends.org Mature Friends Dining Out Luncheon. 12:30pm.

Call for details, location & to RSVP. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday most months. www.maturefriends.org True Colors: Connecting LGBTQ Teens in Shoreline. 4-5pm. Every Wednesday. Discussing your important issues, building a supportive community. For information, location & to REGISTER call Lindsay Bagley 362-7282 x 8018 or email lbagley@chs-nw.org Capitol Hill Community Council Public Meeting.

6pm. Capitol Hill Library, 425 Harvard Ave E. The third & final public meeting to identify how to make dangerous spots along 12th Ave E safer.

GLOBE (GLBTQ Loving Ourselves, Becoming Empowered): A Support Group & HIV/STD Prevention for Youth (14-20) in Everett. 6-8pm. CCA Building, 3331 Broadway - Bottom Floor, Everett. Every Wednesday. Sponsored by PFLAG Everett chapter.

(425) 263-2908. globeleaders@hotmail.com POZSeattle St Patty’s Social. 6-8pm. The Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave. Meet us in the downstairs bar for light snacks, socializing, catching up with old friends, making new ones & a whole lot of fun. Grilled corned beef/Ruben sandwiches & home-made sauerkraut included. This event is free (except for the cost of beverages) & is for all HIV+ men & their friends regardless of age, shape, size or color. www.pozseattle.org Seattle Gay & Lesbian Book Club. 6-7:15pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Discuss the best LGBT novels with other book-lovers in a safe, comfortable conversation. Come once or come every week.

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

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

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

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

Seattle Counseling Services, 1216 Pine St, Suite 300.

All Transgender, Gender Variant, Gender Queer, Gender Questioning, allies, family & friends are welcome.

This is a drop in group to get & give support, social interaction & information for the whole Gender community. www.ingersollcenter.org Northwest Lesbian & Gay History Museum Project Steering Committee Meeting. 7pm. Call for Capitol Hill location. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month.

New volunteers always welcome. NWLGHMP researches, interprets, & communicates the history of the GLBT community in the Pacific NW. gayhistnw@ aol.com; 903-9517.

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

Seattle Movie Bears Movie Night. Check website for details. Every Wednesday night. Gay & Bi men enjoy a movie at a local theater with opportunity to socialize before & after movies. More info: http://groups.yahoo. com/group/seattlemoviebears; or e-mail: seattlemoviebears-subscribe@yahoogroups.com What the Bible Really Says About Homosexuality - in Des Moines. 7-9pm. Bet Chaverim Synagogue, 25701 14th Pl S, Des Moines. Reform Rabbi Rick Harkavy will dissect passages of the Jewish Bible to decipher what the Bible really says about homosexuality. Space is limited, so reserve your seat early. betchavclasses@gmail.com HIV/AIDS Support Group. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Please arrive by 7:30pm.

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

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

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

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett. 7:30-9pm. Everett United Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. A structured support meeting helping people deal with issues of gender identity & expression. All adults

Visit us online www.sgn.org

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wild places of British Columbia. The 90-minute film also critiques Canada’s attempt to assimilate Native peoples & eradicate their culture during Carr’s time.

Door donation $2. Dinner served at 6:30pm for $8 donation. Hosted by Radical Women. 722-6057, rwseattle@mindspring.com, www.radicalwomen.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 - March 16

are welcomed, including those who are questioning, allies, or identify as FTM, MTF, Transgender, Queer, or Intersex, among others. (360) 445-2411; www. washingtongenderalliance.com.

THURSDAY - March 15

Alcoholics Anonymous “Sober & Safe Group.”

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

BABES Women’s Support Group/Lunch Meeting.

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

Common Ground. 4-6pm. Roy St Coffee, 700 Broadway E. A group for all school employees interested in sharing coffee, tea or resources on LGBTIQ diversity issues concerning adults working in the K-12 school environment. RSVP required. Contact Doug, 3295676, or Jill, jilldavidson53@gmail.com 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. 322-2515, www.lambert house.org Come Out For Yourself (COFY). 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. Peer support for people dealing with issues of sexual orientation. 3222437; www.sasgcc.org Shifting Gears. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. Drop-in support group (non 12-step) for anyone of any orientation or gender who desires recovery from drugs or alcohol. 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group). 6:30-8pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. Sponsored by Youth Eastside Services, which offers many programs for GLBT youth. (425) 747-4937.

Seattle LGBT Commission. 6:30-8:30pm. 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

Homeless Services for Youth, Ages 14-22. 1-4pm.

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

(253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org Seattle LGBT Commission Meets With Israeli LGBTQ Leaders. 4:30-6:30pm. City Hall, 600 4th Ave, Room 370. The Seattle LGBT Commission invites the public to an evening with leaders of Israel’s three leading LGBTQ organizations, the Alliance of Israeli LGBTQ Educational Organizations. They are on a two-week tour of the West Coast to share the innovative work they are doing in Israel, learn from their counterparts in the US & build relationships for future collaboration. For information contact Marta Idowu 684-4540 or email marta.idowu@seattle.gov Born This Way Kafe. 5-9pm. Cal Anderson Park Shelterhouse, 1635 11th Ave. Every Friday. A welcoming place where LGBTQ youth ages 13-19, friends & allies can gather, be themselves & have fun. 883-6110, randy.wiger@seattle.gov La Movida. 6-7pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Todos los Viernes. Una junta bilingue para la comunidad GLBTQ en recuperacion de adicciones. Para mas informacion visita entrehermanos.org o llame 322-7700.

Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12-step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www.strengthoverspeed.org. SASG 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org Rain Country Dance Night. 7-11pm, lessons at 7:15pm. The Cuff, 1533 13th Ave. An evening of country-western dancing for the LGBTQ community.

FREE. www.raincountrydance.org.

LGBT Friday Night Al-Anon Family Group. 8pm.

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

Every Friday. (See related listing Sunday at noon for complete description.) 625-0000; www.seattleal-anon.org Orca Swim Team Workout. 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

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

fairly & equitably addresses sexual minority concerns.

Meetings open to the public. 684-4514.

Boys’ Group - For Male-Identified Youth, Ages 14-22. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Thursday. Youth take the opportunity to talk about issues that relate to their everyday lives, with the facilitation of a male volunteer. 322-2515 ext 16. www.lamberthouse.org 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 FREE 30-minute consultations. For information and to schedule an appointment, call 235-7235. Clinic volunteers return calls on Tuesdays between 12noon-3pm. For information, visit www.q-law.org/legalclinic Lambert House Queer Movie Night. 7-9:30pm.

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

322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org PFLAG/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. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Thursday. A meditation/recovery group.

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

Group Health, 201 16th Ave E, Central Bldg, Lower Atrium. Every Thursday. Support meetings for Gay fathers & Gay men who are currently or previously married. For information, community events & “questioning” visit www.gfas.org or our message board at http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/gayfathersseattle Gay Male Sexuality & Relationships. 7:30-9pm.

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

322-2437; www.sasgcc.org “Winds of Heaven: Emily Carr, Carvers & the Spirits of the Forest.” 7:30pm. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. A documentary of the life & work of Canadian artist Emily Carr (1871-1945) who was inspired by the carvings of First Nations people & the

(See previous Sunday for ongoing activities.)

Ethyl Forever Car Club, Pacific NW Region Lambda Car Club Monthly Tire Kick/Social. 10:30am. Randy’s Restaurant, 10016 E Marginal Way S (south of the Museum of Flight). Meets the 3rd Sunday each month.

This monthly informal auto enthusiasts event starts with breakfast at this location with a show & tell

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SATURDAY - March 17

St Patrick’s Day (See previous Saturday for ongoing activities.)

Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington Open House & 100th Anniversary Celebration (3/17 & 3/18). 12noon-4pm. 1414 S Weller St. Features live taiko & karate performances, the opening of the NW Nikkei Museum’s new exhibit showcasing arts & crafts created in incarceration camps during World War II & many cultural activities throughout the site. 568-7114, bif@icccw.org, www.icccw.org Lambert House Queer Rec. 1pm. 1818 15th Ave. 3rd Saturday each month. Outdoor & indoor adventures for youth ages 22 & under. www.lamberthouse.org Film Showing: A Dialogue Between Cornel West & Carl Dix. 3pm. Revolution Books, 89 S Washington St. In December 2011 an extraordinary event featuring Carl Dix & Cornel West was filmed at UC Berkeley. Join us in viewing & discussing this timely & provocative dialogue. This event benefits the “BA Everywhere” campaign to make RCP chairman Bob Avakian’s name a household word. 325-7415, www. revilutionbookssea.org 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. www.binetseattle.org.

Seattle girls of Leather Leather Leprechaun.

7:30pm-2am. The Garage, 1130 Broadway. SgoL hopes you’ll join them for this very special holiday invasion event. SgoL hosts monthly “invasions” of area businesses bringing their special brand of fun with them. St Patrick’s Day has SgoL breaking away from their traditional black & pink to interject a little green into the atmosphere. www.sgol.org

SUNDAY - March 18

and continues to a chosen point of interest. ethylforever@hotmail.com Japanese Cultural & Community Center of Washington Open House & 100th Anniversary Celebration (3/17 & 3/18). 12noon-4pm. 1414 S Weller St. (See Saturday listing at noon for complete details.)

Seattle Prime Timers Monthly Potluck Social & General Meeting. 2-4pm. Seattle First Baptist Church Recreation Hall, 1111 Harvard Ave (at E Seneca St enter thru glass doors on Harvard Ave.) Meets 3rd Sunday most months. Bring a dish to serve 6-8 people. $4 door fee covers hall rental. SPT is a social club for Gay men & their friends. 329-0793.

Seattle PolyFidelity Discussion Group Potluck Meeting. 5-7:30pm. Meets 3rd Sunday of odd-numbered months at a poly-friendly location. PolyFidelity welcomes persons of all sexual orientations who are interested in discussing responsible alternatives to monogamy. Followed by a Poly Party. For more information & location, www.scn.org/~spg

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COMMUNITY RESOURCES

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

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

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

CHAC is currently looking for a new home. www. chacseattle.org, 860-9560 or call 587-2838. (Groups formerly meeting at CHAC are currently meeting at SASG (Seattle Area Support Groups) and other locations.)

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 LGBT Survivors of Abuse & Dating Violence, 568-7777 (voice), 517-9670 (tty), www. nwnetwork.org; Pierce County Domestic Violence Helpline: Teresa, (253) 798-4166; Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities - offers on-going support groups for men: 323-1768; Seattle Police Dept Domestic Violence Unit, 684-0330; State Wide Domestic Violence Hot Line, 1-800-562-6025. In an emergency call 911. Report domestic violence and sexual assault.

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

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

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

LGBT MS Connection - 250-5002; LGBTMS Connection@gmail.com. Support group for LGBT persons with MS and their partners and their caregivers.

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

& Bi men 40 & over, www.seattle primetimers.org.

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

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

Pride Foundation - 323-3318; www.pridefoundation. org

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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 Q Law GLBT Legal Clinic - 235-7235.

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

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

Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities is a community mental health service for GLBT persons & their families. 323-1768.

Seattle Police Department Sexual Minorities Community Advisory Council: kim.bogucki@seattle. gov Servicemembers Legal Defense Network - (202) 328-3244; www.sldn.org Shanti - 324-1520; www.rosehedge.org 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; Capitol Hill Cyclers: join their Facebook group or email capitolhillcycling@ groups.facebook.com or jordan.l.simonson@gmail. com; Cascade Flyers: www.cascadeflyers.org; Different Spokes Bicycling Club: www.differentspokes.org; Emerald City Mudhen Rugby: www.mudhenrugby. com; Emerald City Softball Association: www.emeraldcitysoftball. org, www.eteamz.com/womensecsa; Ethyl Forever Car Club: http://Clubs.Hemmings.com/ EthylForever CarClub/; Hiking Group: 323-8382; Jet City Hoops: www.jetcityhoops.org; Olympic Yacht Club: www.oycnw.org; OutVentures: outdoor education & recreation activities, www.outventures. org; Pacific Northwest Gay Rodeo Association: www.pacificnw gra.org; Puddletown Squares: www. puddletown squares.org; Rain City Soccer: www. raincitysoccer. org; Rain Country Dance Association: a country-western dance organization catering to the LGBTQ community but open to all, www. raincountrydance.org; Seattle Frontrunners: www. seattlefrontrunners.org; Seattle Orca Swim Team: www.orcaswimteam.org; Seattle Otters Water Polo: www.otterpolo.com; Seattle Quake Rugby: www. quakerugby.com; Seattle Tennis Alliance: www. seattletennisalliance.org; Seattle Unified Bowling Association (SUBA): magee98106@aol.com, www. teamseattle.org/bowling.htm, www.theprideleague. com, Century 21 League; Seattle United Soccer League: www.seattle unitedsl.com; Seattle Volleyball Club: www.seattle volleyballclub.com; Ski Buddies: www. skibuddies. org; Team Seattle Gay Sports Network is an umbrella organization for a wide range of local GLBT sports activities, 367-4064, www. teamseattle.org (see website for comprehensive list of sports clubs); Triangle Recreation Camp at Bender Creek: recreational camping for GLBT folks. Must be 21; ID required. trc@camptrc.org, www.camptrc.org, 1122 E Pike St #1069, Seattle 98122-3934.

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

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

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

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

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Need someone to talk to?

Let's Talk!

If you’re in crisis or need someone to talk to there is help: o National Suicide Prevention Hotline

1-800-273-TALK (8255) o National LGBT Help Line run by Trevor Project

1-866-4 U TREVOR (488-7386) o Local crisis line run by Crisis Clinic

1-866-4 CRISIS (427-4747)

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