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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Issue 45, Volume 39, November 11, 2011

LeAnn Rimes: Cirque du Soleil delivers A country star king-size performance who cares

by Albert Rodriguez SGN A&E Writer

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LeAnn Rimes was a free-spirited 13-year-old when, on one of her biggest songs, she threw caution to the wind and bought a oneway ticket on a westbound train. You know, “to see how far I can go.” Pretty far, it turned out. That ticket took her everywhere: to the Grammys, to No. 1, and to the Gay clubs.

Drama threw her career off track, however, and lately she’s made tabloid headlines for everything but music: she’s too fat, she’s too skinny, she’s a home-wrecker, she’s an unfit stepmother. But now LeAnn Rimes

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Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour November 9 Key Arena Cirque du Soleil never does anything on a small scale.

Known for its permanent Las Vegas theatrical-acrobatic productions, occasionally taken on the road, the entertainment company always stages grand spectacles using a battalion of skilled performers, larger-

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than-life props, dozens of dazzling costumes, and eye-popping choreography.

So, after tackling the Beatles and Elvis Presley with tribute shows in years past, the Montreal-based troupe pursued another of music’s royalty, the King of Pop, for its newest themed work.

Cirque du Soleil’s Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour rolled into Seattle for two nights this week, a brief preview tour (of sorts) that could determine its long-term itinerary.

But unlike many other Cirque

productions, the Michael Jackson performance was far from perfect. For starters, there was a 10-minute delay on Wednesday night due to technical difficulty. There were also several long pauses between some numbers, and dancers who lost their balance on the final step of a skit. Another problem was the flow of the whole concert; it was jagged in comparison to the brilliant Mystere, which was threaded beautifully with a mix see cirque page 32

Michael Jackson: The Immortal World Tour

Pacific Northwest Ballet’s Love Stories a real treat

Imperial Sovereign Court crowns new Mr./Miss Gay Seattle Nate Gowd y/sea ttle gay

by Milton W. Hamlin SGN A&E Writer

Lucien Postlewaite and Carrie Imler in the “Black Swan pas de deux” from Kent Stowell’s Swan Lake.

Presented as part of Love Stories, November 4-13, 2011.

Howe were crowned Alexander Mentele and DonnaTella Gay Seattle XLVII Miss and I XXXV Mr. Gay Seattle

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Love Stories McCaw Hall Through November 13 Pacific Northwest Ballet offers a five-part program, Love Stories, as the second mixed repertory program of the season. Excerpts from four fulllength works and Jerome Robbins’ 1953 reworking of Afternoon of a Faun are combined into a tasty treat that clearly displays the wide-ranging and highly polished skills of PNB’s talented company.

Decades ago, when the first Sheraton

by Shaun Knittel SGN Associate Editor

gowns and painted faces, the Court of Seattle is mostly big on tradition. The title winners are The Imperial Sovereign Court crowned the same way they’ve of Seattle is big – big hair, big always been. The Empress and jewelry, big productions. Beyond the glitz and glamour of beaded see court page 29

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We Were Here: San Francisco and a community under siege

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by Ron Anders SGN A&E Writer “We are not some network of people who just like to have sex. We are not some ephemeral subculture that comes and dissolves and goes. This is a community that was tested in a way almost no other com-

munity on earth has been tested – and succeeded in what it was trying to do, which was to save as many lives as it could, stop civil rights attacks and then try to use that example to transform the world.” This kind of eloquent testimony is the cornerstone of We Were Here, David Weissman and Bill Weber’s brilliant, devastating documentary

on the early days of the AIDS epidemic in San Francisco.

We see the epidemic through the eyes of five people who lived in San Francisco as the epidemic exerted its stranglehold on the Gay community: Paul Boneberg, a political organizer and current director of the

GLBT Historical Society in San Francisco; Eileen Glutzer, a nurse who worked in an early drug-testing lab; Guy Clark, whose flower stand was a joyful fixture in the Castro – “the village you always wanted” – for decades; Ed Wolf, an early Shanti volunteer and caregiver; and Daniel Goldstein, an artist instrumental in starting AIDS charities.

Revisiting a time of unprecedented loss, they are direct and unsentimental in their evocation of a community under siege.

The directors’ unorthodox choice of limiting the film’s focus to just five interviewees has a vibrant emotional payoff. They paint a portrait of San Francisco in the late 1960s and early 1970s (helped by some beautifully edited vintage footage) – “a city full of crazy dreams” – the halcyon days of flower power and newfound sexual freedom. Then, in the years to follow, are the chilling descriptions of a mysterious “Gay cancer” which mushrooms into a full-blown plague, ignored – then inflamed – by an indifferent government.

After seeing the film at its recent local premiere (at the Seattle Lesbian and Gay Film Festival) I talked about it with friends who had decided not to see it. Too depressing, they said. Yes, the film can be heartbreaking, but the resourcefulness and courage of its subjects – and the skill with which the filmmakers capture them – make it a transcendent experience, not a depressing one.

If you think that all the stories about AIDS have been told, think again. For those of us who lived through the early, nightmarish days of AIDS and for those who know it as legend, We Were Here is an essential document. The filmmakers have done an extraordinary job of capturing a tragic moment in time and distilling both its desperation and heroism in the words of those on the front lines.

We Were Here, a highlight of the Sundance Film Festival – and now generating Oscar buzz – opens a theatrical run November 11 at the SIFF Cinema Film Center. It is not to be missed.

Like Crazy Opening November 11 Like Crazy doesn’t fit easy or simplistic genre conventions. On one hand, it is a relationship dramatic comedy about love – maybe torn asunder, maybe at the moment unavailable, maybe so strong it will survive every obstacle thrown its way. On the other, it is a singularly focused character study intimately intertwined within the whirlwind fates of its two young protagonists, a pair of blossoming 20-somethings just making a go at an adult life. It spins and moves and evolves, it meanders and rambles, it races and plods, sometimes in equal measure, from one idea to the next, always remembering to keep its characters the central catalysts.

Directed and co-written by Drake Doremus (Douchebag), the movie is an effervescent valentine of heartbreak, longing, and everlasting love that feels lived-in and real. Much like Once and Before Sunset, this movie transcends its two-character roots to become something eternal yet ephemeral, a timely (maybe even timeless) drama of what it is to fall for someone in our modern world of tightening international borders, digital interconnectedness, and transcontinental lucidity. It is poignant and moving, and by the time its last, touchingly incandescent final image flickers into darkness, I almost

couldn’t believe all I had been lucky enough to witness.

The basics are simple. Jacob (Anton Yelchin) and Anna (Felicity Jones) are two California college students on the verge of graduation. She makes the first move, and he responds to it with stunning immediacy.

The pair fall for one another quickly, latching on in a way bordering on the primitive, both having the unshakable feeling they were meant to be together and that their fates will be eternally intertwined.

This unthinking rapture gets them into trouble, Anna overstaying her student visa – she’s from London – suddenly finding herself in trouble with both U.S. immigration and Homeland Security. The couple is forced to try and make a go of their relationship on a transatlantic level, talking to one another via phone and internet, Jacob even going so far as to make the long trek abroad even though his finances are tight.

From there, things don’t quite progress as you’d expect them to. Doremus refuses to follow the usual template, letting his film play itself out in a series of snapshots reflecting Anna and Jacob’s respective lives as they try to figure out where to go next.

Months pass, even years, the pair finding solace in other arms yet always magnetically drawn back together. Things float between California and the U.K., moving back and forth with a melodic grace filled with verbal and visual poetry. There is seldom a false beat or sour note, the emotional un-

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dercurrents swirling with an urgency and a ferocity uniquely their own.

The supporting cast is excellent. Jennifer Lawrence, Charlie Bewley, Alex Kingston, Oliver Muirhead, Finola Hughes, and Chris Messina all pop up in important character roles and help drive the narrative forward.

But as good as they all are collectively, none of what they do would mean a hill of beans without Yelchin and Jones. The two of them are stunning, working off one another in a way that rips the screen to shreds and makes their aching all the more affecting. I was blown away, and I can’t imagine what the film would have been like without them.

It is Jones who ends up making the most indelible imprint. She’s unforgettable, diving into this role with a raw abandon that had me spellbound. Her ability to move from one emotion to the next, the way she makes her yearnings for Jacob so visceral,

the way she projects an intelligence and a warmth that is virtually all-encompassing, creates a performance that leaps off the screen. From her triumphs to her mistakes, from her flaws to her accomplishments, this is a young woman I could relate to and empathize with. While I didn’t respect all of her choices, I could understand exactly where they were coming from.

I’m stunned by what Doremus has accomplished. Prior efforts like Douchebag and especially Spooner hardly had me believing in the man’s talent as a filmmaker, and to see him take things to an almost RichardLinklater-meets-Woody-Allen plane of existence is somewhat extraordinary. This concept, this story, much of it improvised in rehearsals and then put to the page afterwards á la Mike Leigh, borders on revelatory. I didn’t want it to end, and when it did, all I wanted to do was sit down and explore all of its many facets again.

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Felicity Jones didn’t need a lot of convincing to take on the role of Anna in the new independent romantic drama Like Crazy – in fact, she knew early on that this was a part she was born to play.

“I’d just done the snowboarding comedy Chalet Girl in England and was ready for something different,” she explained, “and this script just appeared in the post from Los Angeles and I read it really quickly, within like two hours, which is always a good sign.

It just felt exactly what it is like to be in a relationship in a way I hadn’t really seen shown before. All the complexities and the great bits, but not sentimentalizing what it is to be in love, it was just very true. I knew I had to do it. I knew that I was Anna.”

The young British starlet had come to Seattle to talk about her Sundance prizewinner, costarring Star Trek and Fright Night alum Anton Yelchin. Her enthusiasm for the piece was instantly palpable. Most romances dealing with 20-somethings don’t go for a realistic bent and are little more than threadbare romantic comedies playing to the lowest common denominator. Like Crazy aims much higher than that.

“You don’t get a true portrayal of what it is like to be in love in your 20s,” she stated.

“We’re used to seeing adult dramas past that age, but 20-year-olds can often be patronized by the movie world, they don’t get a true or fair representation.”

“I’ve always liked testing myself, taking on challenges as an actor. [This script] just felt right. Everything you make, all things creative, it all tends to be about timing.

[Writer/director] Drake [Doremus], Anton, and I were just in a similar place in our lives where we wanted to take a risk. Now that I look back I think there was something very vulnerable about all of us, and whether that can happen again will be interesting to discover. We had nothing to lose. None of us were trying to be egotistical while making it. We were very lucky that we found one another at just the right time.”

At the same time, taking the part wasn’t without obstacles. Her character, Anna, is essentially her own age, and she’s going through the pangs and the throes of relationship highs and lows the likes of which she’s only started to explore for herself in her own young life.

“It was a complicated process to find Anna,” she admitted. “I find that I tend to use people I know personally as references.

It felt with Anna, the starting point actually came from her parents and in being an only child and the closeness with her family. That gave her a security and a confidence, which is something I don’t think a lot of people have at that age. But she’s very determined, and she wants Jacob, She’s the one who pursues him, and I think that’s one of the things that drew me in initially, because it is such the reverse of the usual boy-girl cinematic relationship.”

“But to get back to your question, if you think about the character and their backgrounds you can build from the outside to get to the person at the center. I think I was able to do this with Anna, and by referencing my own relationship with my parents and seeing how some of my friends interact with theirs and watching other people that I know in the way they pursue different goals I feel like I was able to understand her in a more intimate way.”

It helps that the actress’ experiences working on both stage and screen far surpass her

relatively young age. Having done everything from BBC productions like Northanger Abbey to sharing the screen with Helen Mirren in The Tempest and Michelle Pfeiffer in Chéri to even appearing in an episode of Doctor Who, Jones has managed to work with a number of notable talents both in front of and behind the camera – a fact she doesn’t take for granted.

“I’ve been lucky,” she said. “We’re very fortunate in England where there are lots of places where you can practice your craft.

I’ve done radio, TV, the theater, films … there’s just more of a range. In some ways I think you benefit from a broader training, and it’s incumbent on you to make the most of it. It feels as though, as well, that there is somewhat less pressure on you as an actress.”

“I think in the States, unless you live in New York, the pressures to be an instant success or an instant superstar are always there; you can get pigeonholed or typecast rather quickly. In England that isn’t the case.

You get more of an opportunity to hone your craft, more time to gain that confidence you need as an actor.”

“At the same time, it can be a little intimidating sometimes when you’re working with all of these amazing people and yet you still feel as if you’re still so young and not always up to the challenge. You can be doing a scene with someone and then halfway through you suddenly think to yourself, ‘Oh god, I’m acting a scene alongside Helen Mirren.’ I had that again with Guy Pierce on [Chalet Girl], my character has to kiss him, and I’m like, ‘My god, I’m kissing Guy Pierce!’”

The funny thing is, as she’s talking about her time working with all of these talents and about how much she’s learned from them, it’s hard to not point out the fact that she is continually singled out as a bright spot and as a talent to watch. In the case of Like Crazy, Jones is the one being talked about for an Academy Award nomination – and just the mention of that makes the actress blush.

“You can’t listen to that,” she laughed.

“It’s very flattering, but you can’t listen or it will drive you mad. I’m very good, I think, at being the underdog, and that’s something I’ve always felt is a much easier position because it helps drive me to always get better and to take more risks and to hone my craft.

These past few years I’ve managed to learn so much, and I’ve been able to do it quite quietly, in a way, and that’s something I feel is quite important.”

“Like Crazy was something of a turning point. I became a different actress after [making it]. … It sort of showed me a whole new way of working I didn’t know was possible, and I was able to use all of my previous experiences in a way I didn’t know I could beforehand. There were no rules.”

No rules, indeed. Doremus and his cowriter Ben York Jones took the Mike Leigh route with their script, fleshing out a scenario and crafting their character’s backstories, but then coming up with dialogue in a series of improvised rehearsals that helped cement the finished screenplay. It was a situation completely unlike anything the actress had ever faced before, her and Anton both coming off a series of highly structured projects that didn’t require a lot in the way of improv or linguistic ingenuity.

“Drake made it an extraordinary environment for an actor,” said Jones with conviction. “It never felt like there was ever any huge time pressure. The key was always to make the performances as best as they could

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be. He kept the set very small, very quiet.

His focus was always on the performance and on trying to get us to say something honest and truthful. Our main goal was to always keep things away from cliché, but other than that he really gave us the room to breathe and a real opportunity to make these characters and the worlds they inhabit our own.”

As for the finished film, Jones is hopeful for its prospects but at the same time understanding of the challenges it presents to an

audience. “I hope people aren’t scared by the grayness of it all,” she said, “about the complications of it all. I hope for this because I think we, as audiences, have to start being interested again in grownup films made for grownups, and when I say grownup I mean people in their 20s, 30s, 40s, and beyond.

Hopefully this is one of those films where people will identify with it as being truthful to them in some way and not patronizing or a gimmick. It has come from a very genuine place.”

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DonnaTella, who is a cast member of Lashes Cabaret at R Place, told SGN. “Getting out into the community, day or night, and being a face and a force that says, ‘Look here, they’re doing good. I’m here for them and you should be, as well’ is a great thing.

I want to do more and be a bigger force than I have been and really see Capitol Hill and Seattle prosper. I feel like the Hill is entering a new phase in its development – a renaissance, if you will – and we need people out there celebrating it and keeping it going.”

As a part of that renaissance, DonnaTella says she is happy to take the Court of Seattle along for the ride. “I would really love to bring more people to the Court of Seattle events and see some new membership, and usher in a new group that will add to the already impressive and amazing group of people who have done so much.”

In addition, the newly crowned Miss Gay Seattle 2011/2012 said, “I’ve always had a place in my heart for the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, The Abbey of Saint Joan and Gay City. I want to give them as much support as they’ve given me over the years.”

“I want to rally new members into the Court of Seattle,” echoed Alexander. “The amount of support I’ve received over the last few days has been overwhelming. It feels so great! I think it’s an ideal organization to help bring life and involvement into the community, as well as new ideas and fresh faces.”

“There are also campaigns that I can’t wait to throw my support under, like promoting safe sex and encouraging people to know their status and get checked for HIV, other STIs, and even things which are com-

continued from cover her Emperor reign supreme as they always have. And finally, the Court of Seattle – with an army of drag queens – continues to raise money for the LGBT community just as they have for over 40 years. But something unique and wonderful happened at the Red, White & Proud 2011/2012 Mr. & Miss Gay Seattle Pageant at Neighbours Seattle (1509 Broadway) November 5. For the first time in a long time, two young entertainers, whose stars are on the rise, competed for – and won – the coveted title.

Alexander Mentele and DonnaTella Howe were crowned Mr. Gay Seattle XXXVI and Miss Gay Seattle XLVII, respectively.

Both Alexander and DonnaTella say they will use the title and the stage that goes with it to raise money and awareness for issues surrounding LGBT youth.

“I felt the need to do something that is bigger than me,” Alexander, who works as a go-go dancer at R Place, told Seattle Gay News. “Sure, I keep myself busy, but school and work are to my own benefit and I wanted to do something that would allow me to help others. The idea of representing the City of Seattle is a little intimidating, but the thought of being able to make a lasting impression on the community and further offer a sense of belonging to everyone was too great to hold me back.”

DonnaTella also says she “wanted to do more.”

“It’s always such a joy to entertain people who are gearing up for their Friday and Saturday night, but to do more and get out there to help organizations move forward and do more themselves makes it all worthwhile,”

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Spotlight shines on Cinderella preview Mark Kitaok a

Jennifer Paz stars in Cinderella at The 5th

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by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer

anyone to enjoy, if you get your tickets early enough. Their most recent Spotlight Night (November 3) focused on their upcoming The 5th Avenue Theatre offers sneak production of Cinderella, including some peeks throughout their season for free, songs from the cast, and a history of the mucreating lovely nights of entertainment for sical, the story origins of Cinderella, and its

creators, Rodgers and Hammerstein.

David Armstrong, artistic director, began by relating the history of the story of Cinderella and went back to China 2,000 years ago. He said they had a story of a high-born woman who becomes a slave, and her dead mother comes back as a fish. The unfortunate fish was killed and cooked and eaten by the evil stepmother! He described that other fables included different spirits that come back to help the girl, including a crab, a red calf, and a tree.

The modern aspects of Cinderella, including the glass slipper (the slipper used to be lots of different materials, as well), the pumpkin coach, and the fairy godmother, are inventions of Charles Perrault in 1697.

This is the version we know best these days.

It’s this version that Rodgers and Hammerstein used when CBS asked them to write an original musical for television. They were persuaded to write it partially because they were told Julie Andrews was booked to perform it. She was already an exciting new star.

Armstrong related that the first performance of that musical was March 31, 1957, and it was live and seen by 107 million viewers! The only version of that evening that still exists is a black-and-white kinescope version that apparently was made by pointing a camera at a television screen! It is available on DVD and has been cleaned up enough to be more-or-less watchable. Armstrong showed part of it, along with a snippet of the 1965 version starring Lesley Ann Warren and some of the 1997 version with Brandy, both singing “In My Own Little Corner.”

The musical has been presented onstage ever since, and a 2008 touring production starred Lea Salonga and went all over Asia. Much of the production opening here on December 1 is based on that touring production. The 5th Avenue has rented the costumes and set elements. Armstrong mentioned Renato Balestra, an Italian couture designer who created more than a dozen beautiful couture gowns for the production.

Armstrong introduced director Brandon Ivie, who grew up here and whom many have watched develop into a musical theater entrepreneur, performing and then directing locally and working behind the scenes of increasingly prominent Broadway productions. Ivie worked at the 5th and part of his job was arranging these Spotlight Nights, and now he gets to sit onstage and be one of the featured crew. He reported that his biggest challenge is managing the huge cast, which includes nine children.

Another local making it to Broadway was Noah Racey, who is choreographing the production. Racey said they were developing a dance “language” that correlates to the styles of dance in different periods. The castle style is like a French court of 16thor 17th-century formality. Do the dancers touch more than hands? The villagers will have a more relaxed, informal dance style.

Jennifer Paz, the upcoming Cinderella, and Kendra Kassebaum, the fairy godmother, performed the song “Impossible.” They also talked about the allure the Seattle area has to them, even while they have performed all over.

To exemplify the music of Rodgers and Hammerstein, a six-person mini-ensemble sang a wide variety of R&H music from musicals such as The King and I, Flower Drum Song, Oklahoma, The Sound of Music, and South Pacific. The songs showcased several of the themes present in many R&H creations. Often there is a clash of some sort, either a culture clash like in The King and I, or a clash between farmers and ranchers, or a political clash like in The Sound of Music. They also created a medley of natureinspired songs, and showed how often R&H liked to write reluctant love songs. The ensemble provided a unique and fulfilling portion of entertainment on their own.

Spotlight nights are free, but very popular.

They are also general seating, so it’s firstcome, first-seated, so you don’t want to get there late. The next spotlight is January 5th.

Go to www.5thavenue.org to watch for the opportunity to get tickets.

by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged) Stone Soup Theatre Through November 27 The Compleat Works of Wllm Shkspr (Abridged) is a madcap condensation of all of Shakespeare’s 37 plays into one evening’s presentation. The play was written by Adam Long, Daniel Singer, and Jess Winfield, founding members of the Reduced Shakespeare Company, and first performed in 1987. It’s being presented at Stone Soup Theatre in a collaboration with Sound Theatre Company, directed by STC artistic director, Teresa Thuman.

Only three players perform, and they not only break the “fourth wall” (talk to the audience directly), but the audience is even compelled to participate. The three handy players are Matthew Gilbert, Patrick Lennon, and Luke S. Walker.

They throw themselves into the very physical and demanding production, gamely making fun of themselves, the audience, and the script. Highlights of the first play mocked, Romeo and Juliet, include a hysterical “balcony” scene (one climbing on another’s shoulders) and a Japanese anime sequence where … well, you have to be there.

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and current references to local and national events inserted into the performance, opening night was clearly and a bit unhappily too long. The first piece, one of the two plays given extended attention (the other, Hamlet, is even longer), is scripted roughly as “How long did that take? Twelve minutes? We better hurry up and do the other plays even shorter.” However, their timing was off; it took at least 20 minutes.

Some of the most madcap action was quite fast and furious, appropriately. It was when they spoke the scripted material – particularly the Shakespearean text itself – that they slowed painfully down, mouthing the words carefully, perhaps to make sure we get the jokes? However, the rhythm of the joking then broke down. Part of the fun is that it is so furiously fast that most of the lines are throwaways that the audience has to catch on the fly.

If they subsequently gain more comfort with the script, or simply speed up, the entire flow will greatly improve. Indeed, each of the three actors has opportunities to shine, and with so many different bits to perform, one may be better at comic dismay, another might display a great singing voice, and another shows he’s handy with a sword.

The tech support, particularly lighting (designed by Gwyn Skone) and sound (designed by Lindsey Morck), are great for the show, as even the board operator is included via yelled instructions. Costumes by Savan-

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nah Baltazar were excellently done to allow for what seemed like dozens of changes from wigs to dresses to armor, etc.

In case you’re wondering how exactly they get 37 plays into one short evening, all of Shakespeare’s 16 comedies are reduced to one recitation of a plot that represents all of them. All the “history” plays are similarly reduced to one continuous recitation.

Toward the end of the play, as they realize that they haven’t covered Hamlet yet, and the script calls for a player to get balky and anxious about performing such a famous play and to run away. Lennon runs out of the theater, chased by Walker, and after intermission, a very funny film sequence

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shows them running through Seattle into the Capital Hill area. On opening night, another very successful bit happened when an audience member is asked to play Ophelia and has to scream about her mental anguish, with the help of the audience.

Even with some pacing problems, it’s still a very fun evening, with some very clever bits. Given opening nights are so very early in the process, it’s very likely that your experience will be smoother and even funnier.

For more information, go to www.soundtheatrecompany.org or www.stonesouptheatre. org, or call 206-633-1883.

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Average White Band Reality joined Mercy for Average White Band on November 3 at Jazz Alley because Cuteness was with Equality. Reality thought the band was tight.

Onnie McIntyre’s voice was deep and powerful. Alan Gorrie’s harmonies were nice. Reality thought Alan’s keyboards sounded like a combination of Stevie Wonder and Ray Charles. Fred Vigdor’s saxophone was delicious. The guitar by Klyde Jones was rocking. Rocky Bryant did an amazing drum solo.

“You’ve Got the Love” opened the set well featuring piano. Reality said, “I forgot how funky they are. I like them that way.” A song about the music business, “The Jungle,” followed with solos by sax, guitar, and drums.

“Greasy” was slow and slinky and featured Vigdor. Gorrie and Vigdor were the focus of the lush “You’re the Queen of My Soul.”

“Schoolboy Crush,” one of the group’s most famous songs, followed with a piano solo. “Cut the Cake” included a remarkable bass solo also featuring Alan. Reality said, “He is very talented.”

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Solos by organ, drum, and sax were the focus of “Put It Where You Want It.” The sax player was dancing with energy while he played. “The Sooner You Give” was slow and romantic.

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“In the Beginning” had a long drum solo.

Reality said, “He’s very good. He has loud and soft. Most drummers don’t have ranges.

His makes him interesting.”

“Look on the Bright Side” was a strong closer. The band earned a standing ovation.

One audience member said, “We love you.”

Average White Band Onnie said, “The feeling is mutual.” “Pick Up the Pieces” was an upbeat encore. gender-neutral partnering. Admission is pia. A Lard Day’s Night represents the 11th free. They encourage the public to bring do- year the duo has put on the show.

Puddletown Holiday nations of non-perishable food and canned The Spudds will present their play “DouKickoff items, as well as personal items, for Life- ble-Wide Indemnity.” The game show Puddletown Squares is hosting their final Long AIDS Alliance. Mercy finds Puddle- “Who’s Your Deity?” will include panelists 2011 public introductory event before the town fun for their humor, community, and Harvey Fierstein, Kirstie Alley, and Pronext series of beginner square dance les- men in crinolines. fessor Dumbledore, and is hosted by Sister sons start on January 5, 2012. Their holiday Mary Agnes. Michele and Marcus Bachkickoff will take place November 17 from Ham for the Holidays mann are featured in “Bachmann Xmas 7-9 p.m. at St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church, Mercy and Cuteness are really looking Overdrive.” “The Polka Dots” will enterjust north of Green Lake. The caller will be forward to Lisa Koch and Peggy Platt and tain. Sequim Gay Men’s Chorus adds two nationally known Gary Monday, who has their satirical genius in Ham for the Holi- new Lesbian members and a name change just moved to the Seattle area with his part- days. Reality also likes to be part of this (S.Q.U.E.E.L.). ner. No experience is necessary. Singles and annual tradition. Lisa and Peggy have been You can get your tickets at www.theatrecouples are welcome. Puddletown practices working together for 20 years as Dos Fallo- offjackson.org.

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ed Alexander Mentele and DonnaTella Howe were crown XLVII Seattle Gay Miss and XXXVI Seattle Gay Mr.

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continued from page 29 monly overlooked like self-exams for breast and testicular cancer,” continued the newly crowned Mr. Gay Seattle 2011/2012. “I took part in the Vancouver, B.C., Underwear Affair last summer, which is a campaign to ‘bring awareness to down-there-ness,’ raising money for cancers below the belt;

I’d love to bring something like that to Seattle!”

LGBT youth suicide weighs heavy on the minds of Alexander and DonnaTella, as the two young entertainers work at R Place, a popular LGBT bar that has its fair share of young partygoers.

“First and foremost, I want to offer my support to the youth of Seattle,” said Alexander. “Recently, our country has seen an epidemic of the dysfunction known as

bullying, as well as a growth of intolerance towards alternative lifestyles and the result has been the loss of too many young lives. I think that our community is strong in its support and we haven’t seen as much negativity, but that’s a reason to work even harder.”

“I really do want to work on some events or gatherings with the LGBT youth, celebrating them and giving them time and space where they can express themselves and feel safe,” agreed DonnaTella. “They are our future and I want to ensure we go without another loss.”

Acknowledging that there is sometimes a negative vibe between local entertainers which may not project a good example about anti-bullying to our youth, DonnaTella said, “ I would like to strengthen the bonds between Seattle performers. There has been some movement there already and I believe that it really makes the difference. We are all here entertaining and we can learn from each other or work together to create new amazing performances and just have a lot of fun!”

Winning the crown and sash is something neither Alexander nor DonnaTella will soon forget.

“All four contenders were off stage, holding hands in a circle,” Alexander recalled of the moment when he heard he’d won. “Each of us had put our best foot forward with our performances in the pageant and picking up support prior to; it was almost surreal that it was all coming to a climax. When Jetta and David told DonnaTella and me that we had won, the rush of excitement, joy, and pride was almost enough to put me to tears. As we walked towards the stage, ready for the official announcement, I couldn’t stop smiling as the realization set in that this was far from the climax … it was the beginning. I almost couldn’t speak when we were taking the oath; I was definitely having an out-ofbody experience.”

“I was suddenly full of such energy and happiness that I could not contain myself,” DonnaTella told SGN. “I felt like it was a surprise wedding to the city and we

were finally told who the bride and groom were. I’ve always felt at home in Seattle and I am proud to be its newest ambassador as Miss Gay Seattle and look forward to this next year. I fought back the tears during the oaths, as I didn’t want to lose my face. What a sight that might have been!”

Looking forward, it’s safe to say that the Mr./Miss Gay Seattle titles are in good hands.

“I really just want to make sure that everyone out there knows that I’m here for them – not just to represent them,” said Alexander. “I’ve lost friends – and even a family member this year – who felt they had no way out. What hurt most about losing them was not knowing that they needed someone. I really want to make sure that our community knows how much I want to offer everyone a sense of belonging and to offer an ear to listen to them, a hand to hold, and a shoulder to cry on when needed.”

Alexander ended our interview with his favorite quote from Youssou N’Dour, a Senegalese singer, percussionist, and actor: “People need to see that, far from being an obstacle, the world’s diversity of languages, religions, and traditions is a great treasure, affording us precious opportunities to recognize ourselves in others.”

As for DonnaTella, it’s all about community and using our bond to help make a difference. “We haven’t just lost youth who may or may not have had access to the LGBT community; we’ve lost people within the community who just were not, for whatever reason, able to find that happiness that would have kept them going or were not able to open up but we need to have those conversations.”

“It can sometimes seem daunting or embarrassing to express yourself,” she said, “but that shouldn’t be the case.”

“It’s the age of technology but we still need to feel physically, mentally, spiritually, and intellectually connected,” concluded DonnaTella. “Just remember that you are never alone, you are always loved, and if you need an ear or a hug, this Miss Gay Seattle will always be there for you.”

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continued from cover Rimes, 29, is heading in a new direction, pumping estrogen into songs by the kings of country on her 13th album, Lady & Gentlemen.

Rimes spoke candidly about one of her “second dads” co-producing her latest work, how a Gay uncle inspired her to speak out on LGBT issues, the lack of a successful out country star, and what to make of those rumors of her ex-hubby being homosexual.

Chris Azzopardi: You do some gender bending on this album, LeAnn. LeAnn Rimes: Gender bending – I like the way you put that.

Azzopardi: Is this the closest you’ve come to doing drag?

Rimes: I would guess so! I’ve always watched others do my songs, but I’ve never taken it in the opposite direction. I didn’t dress up in the studio! [Laughs.]

But it was fun doing this record because there’s a certain softness and a different

vibe that a woman brings to these songs in a lot of ways, especially songs like “Good Hearted Woman.” When you’re singing it from the first person, from someone who’s actually experienced it as a woman, they take on a whole different connotation.

Azzopardi: You’ve been a big supporter of Gay issues for a very long time, having done an It Gets Better video and recently a photo shoot for the NOH8 Campaign. Why are these LGBT issues so important to you, and why is it important to be part of these projects?

Rimes: I believe in equality. Everybody should be treated exactly the same way no matter what their race, no matter what their sexuality. I’ve learned from everything I’ve gone through and from being in this business for so long and being judged since I was 13. That was my biggest lesson in life: not to judge others. You’ve never walked in their shoes, you don’t know where they’re coming from, and you don’t know their story.

I just believe that everybody should be able to do what they want to do as long as no one’s hurting anybody. I don’t believe in hate. I don’t believe in bullying. It’s something that’s become a huge issue, especially

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with cyberbullying. It just breaks my heart for so many [things] at such a young age. seeing kids committing suicide because So I think that’s the hardest part. But the they’re not accepted. It kills me. great part is getting to do it now, with them.

Azzopardi: You were visibly shaken Where I’ve come, the place that I’ve come when you performed “The Rose” with the to know, I couldn’t have skipped any of it. I Gay Men’s Chorus of Los Angeles last started at a young age, I love music, I was so Christmas. How have the suicides affected driven as a kid – this is my path. I’m a true you specifically? believer in what’s supposed to happen will.

Rimes: I have not known anyone person- And this is my path. I can’t change it, and I ally that has committed suicide because of wouldn’t. I’m enjoying having fun with Edtheir sexuality. But the stories from fans die [Cibrian’s] kids for sure – and being a always make me appreciate and love what kid when I can.

I do even more and drive me at the end of Azzopardi: There have been many headthe day, because I feel like to touch some- lines regarding you lately, but the latest is one through my music is the ultimate thing that you’re an overbearing stepmother acfor me, especially if I’ve written it. I’ve had cording to Eddie’s ex-wife, Brandi Glanmany people say, “I was thinking about ville. What are you really like as a mom? committing suicide and your song came on Rimes: I guess if loving them with all my the radio and I just decided not to do it, that heart and taking care of them when they’re life was worth living.” It’s unfathomable to, with us and being there for them is overI guess, really understand the impact I’ve bearing, then I guess I am – but I don’t think had on some people’s lives. It does affect that’s the definition of overbearing. me. It deeply, deeply affects me. Obviously I grew up in a family where my parents you can tell by that performance. divorced when I was 14. I wouldn’t trade Azzopardi: You mentioned having felt it for the world. I know my mom and dad judged since you were 13. Is that why you weren’t meant to be together other than to gravitate toward Gay people, because we’re have me, and I’m totally cool with it. The some of the least judgmental of people? kids are our main priority, and we have a Rimes: Oh, you guys can be very judg- house full of love and I have a great relamental! I’m just kidding. [Laughs.] tionship with them.

Azzopardi: When it comes to fashion, Azzopardi: What do you make of the maybe. outing of your ex on a Detroit radio station Rimes: Exactly! You’re like, “Girl, why a couple of years ago when a so-called exyou wearing that?” No, I don’t know. I have tended family member, “Pebbles,” came on a lot of Gay friends and it’s something that the air to say he’s Gay? has just naturally happened in my life and in Rimes: I was actually with him at the this business. I have a lot of straight friends time. I think it was a bunch of craziness. I too, but my closest, deepest friends are Gay support Dean [Sheremet] and his happiness, and a lot older than me. Darrell Brown – he and he’s married now [to Sarah Silver] and actually co-produced the record – and his I’m very happy for him. That was a big, big partner are like second dads to me; they prank at the end of the day. are with me through thick and thin. All Azzopardi: Have you ever fallen for a my friends that I have known in my life are Gay man? solid, but there’s something about my Gay Rimes: Have I ever fallen for a Gay man? friends; they’ve always stuck by me and I don’t think so! I think it’s always been a never judged, ever. straight man, but I love my Gay friends to Azzopardi: You also had a Gay uncle. death, that’s for sure.

How did he affect you?

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Azzopardi: As someone who’s been part It did get off to a great start with five goofof the country community for so long, do ball teenage boys trying to find their way to you feel it’s broken the stigma of not being Neverland, only to charge into an exciting welcoming to Gay people? routine backed by “Workin’ Day and Night” Rimes: I hope it’s progressed. Coun- that had two of them walking vertically up try music has become so mainstream and a wall. The stage was filled with multiple I think all of us have a lot of Gay fans, so LED screens and a full band that played I hope that no one’s discriminating from along to original music and Jackson’s own somebody coming to a concert or anything. voice. Musical director Greg Phillinganes But I do think it has, in the past, had that and musical designer Kevin Antunes did unfortunate stigma. I think the walls are mostly solid work mashing up tunes from breaking down, at least I hope so. But I hope the pop icon’s entire catalog. the walls are breaking down all over, not Performers in the form of bronze statjust in country music. ues came to life and displayed wonderful Azzopardi: So you don’t think the genre moves, along with recurring mime artist is as homophobic as some people perceive Salah Benlemqawanssa during a brief intro, it to be? followed by “Childhood” that featured an Rimes: I don’t think so, I really don’t. I almost-creepy kid’s face peering through can’t speak for everybody obviously, but I a window. “Wanna Be Startin’ Somethin’” don’t think that it is as homophobic as you included dancers in tribal outfits, complete said. with colorful headdresses, and others who Azzopardi: Then why isn’t there an out wore costumes embedded with skeletal deGay country star who’s mainstream and signs. successful?

The five teens returned for “Shake Your Rimes: I don’t know. That’s a really good Body (Down to the Ground)” and showed question. And that’s kind of unfortunate. I off terrific freestyle moves, while “Danchave thought about it. Shelby Lynne is an ing Machine”/”Blame it on the Boogie” amazing singer and Chely Wright is such was presented as a space age film meets the a sweetheart. I’m so happy for [Chely] and Oompa-Loompas. The night’s best number, her wife. But I don’t know. You pose a very “Smooth Criminal,” was introduced by four good question that I haven’t thought about male performers perched on street lamps in a very long time. who swayed forward and backward as they Azzopardi: There were obviously many read newspapers. They soon joined a group upsides to finding fame early on, but what of dancers decked out in blue suits with about the drawbacks – what sucked about white armbands and fedora hats. Sticking being a 13-year-old star? closely to the actual music video for that Rimes: [Laughs.] What sucked about song, they tilted forward on their tippy toes it – I love how you put it. I lost a lot of my as sparkler firecrackers shot out from their childhood, obviously. I used to say, “Oh no, feet.

I didn’t lose anything,” but I think as you Before a 20-minute intermission, a very get older – and now having my two “bonus flexible female performer danced impresboys,” as I call them, and seeing how they sively on a pole to “Dangerous” surroundare as children and how innocent they are ed by the men who appeared in “Smooth – a lot of [my] innocence was taken away Criminal.” early on because I had to be responsible The second act opened with the teenage

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boys wearing butterfly collars, plaid trousers, and oversized afro wigs, playing a Jackson Five medley that included “ABC.” Another of the evening’s top moments was a creatively visual presentation of “Human Nature,” in which performers wore glow-inthe-dark outfits as they twirled on ropes – you couldn’t even see their figures; it looked as if glitter had been tossed in the air.

“Thriller” was a disappointment. A snippet of the vintage music video was shown just before the Cirque troupe appeared as mummies in white hoop skirts, torn suits, and top hats, dancing nearly the exact same moves as on the video. It looked weird – and not in a good way. In contrast, a pair of intertwined high-swinging rope artists – along with four women wearing swan-like dresses – performed gorgeously to English and Spanish versions of “I Just Can’t Stop Loving You.” “Beat It” was cleverly portrayed by a giant, glittery silver glove and an equally giganticsized pair of black loafers – two young men, who popped out of the shoes, playfully challenged each other to a dance-off. Performers climbed inside animal-head-shaped wire baskets that swung high off the ground for “Gone Too Soon,” followed by robotic warrior-type dancers displaying crisp moves to “They Don’t Care About Us” – the choreography resembled that which appeared on the Michael Jackson documentary This Is It. Illuminated red hearts were escorted down aisles of the main floor to the stage during “Will You Be There.” A pulsating medley of “Can You Feel It” featuring six male artists swinging on gymnastic rings, “Don’t Stop Till You Get Enough” – with dancers in shiny track suits that also glowed in the dark in various colors and patterns – and “Billie Jean” were really fun to watch.

The show came to a close with an all-ensemble performance to “Black or White,” and then each cast member bowed separately to the audience, on its feet, as “Man in the Mirror” played in the background.

Had you never experienced a Cirque du Soleil show, Wednesday night’s presentation, co-helmed by Jamie King (Madonna and Rihanna tours) and Chantal Tremblay (Love, Mystere, Alegria productions) may have seemed flawless. The truth is, there are kinks to work out if Immortal is to land a residence in Vegas or continue its tour. The precision that Cirque is known for – raising its own bar to a near-impossible reach – wasn’t quite there at Key Arena.

This isn’t to say Immortal wasn’t pleasantly entertaining. Despite falling below Cirque’s usual caliber, it never lost my attention.

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continued from the cover Hotel tower opened in downtown Seattle, the hotel’s coffee shop, The Pike Street Cafe, offered a wide-ranging breakfast, lunch, and dinner menu. One of the trademarks of the Pike Street Cafe’s menu was an elaborate dessert buffet with, if memory serves correctly, 18 feet of elaborate desserts. Cheesecakes of every variety, layer cakes of every color, and pies of perfection were only the start of this elegant repast. It was a destination in itself. For obvious reasons, memories of that gourmet parade of glorious desserts came to mind as PNB unveiled Love Stories last Friday night. Performances continue this weekend through Sunday.

Rarely has a mixed rep program spotlighted so many members of the company in the most polished manner. Principal dancers, soloists, and members of the large corps de ballet all gave incredible performances. The near-capacity audience clearly loved the mixed programming, and it was certainly great to see so many individual dancers take “star” turns, one after another.

For beginning ballet fans, the program is a wonderful way to sample a number of famous works. For lifetime ballet supporters or longtime PNB subscribers, the evening offers a sensational recap to a handful of established works. The program is a winner in every department.

An excerpt from a rarely revived work

by George Balanchine opened the evening.

Peter Boal, PNB’s artistic director, danced in a New York City Ballet 1980s revival of Balanchine’s 1972 work, Le Baiser de la Fee (“The Fairy’s Kiss”). Although he was only 18 at the time, Boal has never forgotten the experience. For this collection of Love Stories, Boal received permission from the Balanchine Trust to stage the excerpt for Seattle and PNB. The “Divertimento” sequence from the full work finds ye old lasses and a single village lad gamboling away in ye olde forest in ye olde rustic costumes. Kaori Nakamura and Jonathan Porretta, both principal dancers, take the leads with full support from a chorus of female dancers. The work, clearly important to Boal, is a charming, lightweight opening for the evening. It is not a major Balanchine work. The score by Igor Stravinsky makes little impact on first hearing, but the overall work is a delightful addition to PNB’s vast repertoire, especially its long association with the works of Balanchine. From the dessert buffet, it is a frothy charmer with little lasting flavor – like so many confections from the kitchen or ballet history.

A major excerpt from Swan Lake came next. The “Black Swan pas de deux” brings the evil Black Swan center stage as she lures the Prince from his true love, the White Swan, purity in motion. Carrie Imler and Lucien Postlewaite, both principal dancers, have given PNB fans a long list of memorable performances. Here, they are simply at their best. PNB uses the 1981 choreography of Kent Stowell, PNB’s original co-artistic director, based on the original dance designs

by Marius Petipa. The elaborate costumes

by Paul Tazewell dazzle in their jeweled splendor. Imler, of course, is in black with glorious jeweled highlights. Postlewaite is in navy blue velvet with a jeweled tunic that must weigh a ton. The visuals, of course, simply set the stage for their glorious dancing. Unquestionably the audience favorite of the program, the Swan Lake excerpt was the chocolate cake to die for on the buffet line. And it was worth every calorie. The glorious music by Tchaikovsky, of course, simply added to the roaring success of the selection.

After the first intermission, Jerome Robbins’s 1953 reworking of Afternoon of a Faun returned to PNB’s stage. First seen at PNB in 1978 as a New York City Ballet production, the short work now officially joins PNB’s repertoire. It’s a welcome addition.

Using the original music by Claude Debussy, Robbins totally reworked the original story, moving it to a dance rehearsal hall in a contemporary setting. The male dancer, Jerome Tisserand, rests on the floor until his rehearsal partner, Kylee Kitchens, arrives. Their relationship – mirrored in the audience as the fourth wall – varies between dancer and dancer and man and woman.

It’s an intriguing variation that’s a welcome addition to PNB. On the buffet, it is the almond meringue.

The “Balcony pas de deux” from JeanChristophe Maillot’s sleek version of Romeo et Juliette followed. Set to the music of Sergei Prokofiev, the full-length work has delighted PNB patrons since 2008. A stark contrast to PNB’s earlier Romeo and Juliet, set to musical excerpts from Tchaikovsky with elaborate sets and costumes (truly beloved by most PNB fans), this crisper, leaner version of the classic love story is a delight in its own way. Nakamura and Postlewaite returned for another round of terrific performances. On the buffet, this was the citrus tart – a slight bittersweet tang.

After the second intermission, “Aurora’s Wedding” sequence from The Sleeping Beauty brought the full company on stage for the lengthy excerpt. Lesley Rausch was a charming Princess Aurora and the talent company clearly delighted the cheering crowd. As the cherries jubilee of the evening, the “Wedding” was a wonderful way to end the program. Cheers to the full company, the terrific PNB orchestra, Emil de Cou’s outstanding conducting on four of the five excerpts, and Alastair Willis’ work on the Prokofiev.

PNB’s box office, (206) 441-2424, has complete information on seating for the final performances this weekend. Highest recommendation. Check it out.

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

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

MONDAY

Changes - Happy Hour all day and night.

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

See us at www.clubsilverstone.com.

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

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

Seattle Eagle - Radio Dept. $4 wells all night Dj HOTPLAY from 10 pm - 2 am.

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

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

TUESDAY

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

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

Free pool all day - 2 tables.

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

Seattle Eagle - on the DOWNLOW $2 Dos Equis Dj KINGOFPANTS from 10-2 Swank - in Kent - Happy Hour 4-7 pm. $2.50 wells, $2 drafts. Karaoke - drink specials.

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

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

THURSDAY

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

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

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

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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DARBY’S CAFE - 211 5th Ave. S.E. - (360) 357-6229 DESIRE VIDEO - 3126 Pacific Ave. - (360) 352-0820 LOVER’S - 3959 Martin Way E. Suite D - (360) 456-7300 JAKES - 311 4th Ave. E. - (360) 956-3247 URBAN ONION - 116 Legion Way - (360) 943-9242

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Meetings Events Activities

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

DEADLINE: Tuesday 5pm.

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

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

community calendar

SATURDAY - November 12

A Gathering of Men in Edmonds. 8:15-11:30am.

Edmonds UUC, 8109 224th St SW, Edmonds. Meets 2nd Saturday each month. Men gather monthly for drumming, singing, storytelling & sharing of life experience. www.agatheringofmen.org Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 9am. Greenlake (outside Evans Pool). Every Saturday. GLBT running & walking club sponsors weekly runs, monthly potlucks, track & field activity, annual Run With Pride. 448-8518. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

“OMG! Who Arted?” Art Contest Judging. 6-10pm.

Vermillion, 1508 11th Ave. All ages art contest sponsored by the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence. No cover, donations gladly accepted. Proceeds benefit the Sisters’ “Play Fair!” program.

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

Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 6pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Saturday. Games also on Tuesdays & Thursdays. $4 fee includes coffee & snacks www.rainbowbridgeclub.org or email rainbowbridgeclub@gmail.com Together We Can Make Al-Anon Family Group.

6-7:15pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Saturday. LGBTQ supported. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness & that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number 625-0000.

Dustbowl Queer Dance Night. 7:30pm-lesson; 8pm11pm-dance. Century Ballroom, East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Meets 2nd & 4th Saturdays most months; check calendar on website to confirm. Featuring two-step, swing and waltz. Before 8:30pm-$5; after 8:30pm-$7. 206-324-7263; www.centuryballroom. com.

SUNDAY - November 13

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.

Paths to Recovery Al-Anon Family Group. 12noon1:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Sunday. LGBTQ supported. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness & that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number 625-0000.

Rain City Soccer Club - Ripple Effect. Every Sunday afternoon. Location varies. Ripple Effect soccer team plays a weekly recreational scrimmage game for Gay guys in Seattle. Perfect for guys looking for more relaxed play, who are just getting back into soccer, just learning the game and/or want to supplement their competitive play with a recreational team. To sign up visit www.raincitysoccer.org No Safeword Writers Group. 1-3pm. Meets 2nd Sunday each month. NSWG exists to provide mutual support for members’ efforts. Support is in the form of critique & commentary on each other’s work, information about publishing opportunities, & discussion of issues facing writers. NSWG@sexpositiveculture. org; www.nosafewordwritersgroup.org. (Also meets 4th Monday, 7-9pm.)

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November 12 thru November 20 Ageless. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Monday. Ongoing drop-in social, support & discussion group for maturing Gay & Bi men of all ages.

For info, call 322-2437; www.sasgcc.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 fun. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Weekly Feminist Reading Circle: Origin of the Family, Private Property & the State. 7:30-9pm. 3314 Wallingford Ave N, #2. Meets every Monday thru 12/12.

A roundtable discussion of Frederick Engels’ classic work on the persistent problem of women’s inequality & how it can be overcome. Suggested donation $2 per session. Everyone welcome. Sponsored by Radical Women. 722-6057, rwseattle@mindspring.com

TUESDAY - November 15

Generic Leather Productions of Washington Community Meeting. 1:15pm. Capitol Hill Library, 425 Harvard Ave E. GLPW invites everyone who wants to build a greater Queer Kink Community to come out & join them. www.glpw.org Daring Divorced Divas. 3-5pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. A support group for Lesbian women dealing with divorce, separation & transformation. To attend this group please contact the facilitator at daringdivorceddivas@yahoo.com Hep C. 5-6:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. NEW GROUP. Meets every Sunday. A support group for individuals coming to terms with the challenges of Hepatitis C. 322-2437.

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. www.orca swimteam.org Simply Sundays. 5:30-7pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Sunday. Peer support for recovery from substance abuse. www.sasgcc.org Shame to Grace Sunday SAA. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women who share experience 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.

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

Bring a potluck dish to share. www.skibuddies.org Uncle Samantha’s Group. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. LGBTQ veterans group, for vets who served during peace time or conflict.

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

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

MONDAY - November 14

Women Facing HIV. 12noon-1:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Monday. Women Facing HIV is a

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drop-in peer support group for women living with HIV/ AIDS. 322-2437. www.sasgcc.org SOBER - On Meds. 1-2pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Monday. Ongoing 12-step group open to anyone in recovery & living on a medicine regimen.

322-2584, 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 Gay Social Dinner Club of Snohomish County.

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

LCS Foster Care Monthly Information Meeting.

6-8pm. 433 Minor Ave N. Meets 2nd Monday each month. LCS is a non-profit foster care program in King & Snohomish counties. Couples & singles encouraged to apply. RSVP to April at 694-5713.

Cineoke. Doors 6:30pm, Show 7-9:30pm. Jewelbox Theater at the Rendezvous, 2322 2nd Ave. It’s like karaoke only better! You’re the star of your favorite movie musical. Pick any scene to sing along to, while the film & the lyrics are projected onto the screen.

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

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

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

Trans Youth Group. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Monday. A chance for youth to talk with others about their experiences & concerns related to identifying as Transgender. www.lambert house.org

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. Ongoing drop-in support & social group for anyone HIV/AIDS positive. For info, call 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org.

Safe Schools Coalition Monthly Meeting. 3-5pm.

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

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

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

Artful Expression. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Tuesday. This is an ongoing art group to visualize the journey thru creative expression. 3222437. www.sasgcc.org Seattle Police Department LGBTQ Advisory Council Monthly Meeting. 6-8pm. Seattle Police Department East Precinct Community Meeting Room, 12th Ave & E Pine St. Meets 3rd Tuesday most months.

The Sexual Minority Community Advisory Council has been established by the SPD to increase relationships & communication between the community & the SPD. Members of the GLBT community are invited to attend. kim.bogucki@seattle.gov Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. 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 Transit Riders Union Public Forum. 6-8pm. The 2100 Bdlg, 2100 24th Ave S. Join us for a discussion of public transit in Seattle & beyond. We will talk about the new Transit Riders Union plans for the future & how you can get involved. Featured speaker James Bible, President of MLK County NAACP. Light refreshments will be provided.

Diverse Harmony. 6:30-9pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Meets every Tuesday.

Diverse Harmony is the nation’s first Gay/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus. Youths 13-22 are welcome regardless of sexual orientation. www.diverseharmony.org Queer Young Females Group - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 22 & Under. 6:30-7:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Tuesday. Topics range from family issues to school happenings to like/ lust/love relationships. All Queer females welcome.

Come discuss how smart. strong Queer women live their lives. 322-2515, www. lamberthouse.org Different Drummers. Intermediate 7-8:15pm, Beginners 8:20-9:30pm. Meets every Tuesday. Hand drumming classes for Gay men. Learn traditional African & Afro-Caribbean rhythms & basic hand drumming techniques. Drums are provided. 363-4500 or different drummers@mac.com Over 40’s Group - For Lesbian Women 40 & Older.

7-8:30pm. Seattle Mental Health Institute, 1600 E Olive St (in Conference Room. Every Tuesday. Open group for Lesbian women, 40 & older, in every stage of coming out or being out. Lots of social activities in addition to Tuesday meetings. 722-0729..

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

Sisters Organize for Survival. 7pm. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. Hear about & help make plans for protests of the Washington state legislature budget-slashing special session at the end of November. Explore how to promote restoring jobs, sevices & benefits by taxing large corporations & Washington’s richest individuals. 722-6057,www.sistersorganizefor survival.org Positive Outlook. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets 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.

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Here & Now Gay & Lesbian AA Meeting in Tacoma.

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

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. For info, call 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Tuesday Night Sex Addicts Anonymous (GLBTQI).

7:30-9pm. All Pilgrims Christian Church, 500 Broadway E. GLBTQI supported. Meets every Tuesday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women whose primary purpose is to stop addictive sexual behavior & help others recover from sexual addiction. Seattle SAA helpline 237-8828. SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191.

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Bellingham. 7:30-9pm. St James Presbyterian Church, 910 14th St., Bellingham. Every Tuesday.

(360) 445-2411; www.washingtongenderalliance.com.

(See Wednesday listing at 7:30pm for details.)

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. Check our website for up to the minute details, or call the Otter Hotline 414-8797. www.otterpolo.com.

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FRIDAY - November 18

WEDNESDAY - November 16

Mature Friends Morning Exercise/Health & Fitness Get-Together. 10am. Ballard Odd Fellows Hall Bldg, 1706 NW Market St. Every Wednesday. An hour of health-related activities, followed by a walk around Greenlake & lunch at a local restaurant. MF is a social group for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. www. maturefriends.org Women’s HIV+ Support Group in Tacoma. 1-3pm.

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

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

(425) 263-2908. globeleaders@hotmail.com Grief & Loss. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. LGBTQ peer support group for issues surrounding grief & loss. 322-2437. www.sasgcc.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/ Courage to Thrive. 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Peer support for survivors of childhood sexual assault. thrivortrees@gmail.com Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Volunteer Park (in front of Black Sun across for museum). Every Wednesday. (See Saturday at 9am.)

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

You do not have to be a member of the group to join us. For location call 300-3321 or 920-6117 or email onlyonesf@yahoo.com 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 Lambert House Movie Night. 7-9:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Wednesday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22.

322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Seattle Movie Bears Movie Night. Check website for details. Every Wednesday night. Gay & Bi men enjoy a movie at a local theater with opportunity to socialize before & after movies. More info: http://groups.yahoo. com/group/seattlemoviebears; or e-mail: seattlemoviebears-subscribe@yahoogroups.com Brothers of Prometheus. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday This is a group for Gay & Bi men overcoming religious wounding. www. sasgcc.org HIV/AIDS Support Group. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 7:30pm. FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for HIV+ men who are newly diagnosed or newly dealing. For info, call 322-2437; www.sasgcc.org Mature Friends Weekly Bridge Group. 7:30pm. Call for location. Every Wednesday. All levels welcome.

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

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett. 7:30-9pm. Everett United Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. All adults are welcomed, including those who are questioning, allies, or identify as FTM, MTF, Transgender, Queer, or Intersex, among others. (360) 445-2411; www.washingtongenderalliance.com.

Border Riders Motorcycle Club Meet & Greet.

8-9pm. The Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave (at E Pine St). Meets the Wednesday before the 3rd Saturday

Visit us online www.sgn.org

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

Group Health, 201 16th Ave E, Central Bldg, Lower Atrium. Meets every Thursday. Support meetings for Gay fathers & Gay men who are currently or previously married. Safe, anonymous, non-judgmental environment of caring fathers & friends. www.gfas.org, http:// groups.yahoo.com/groups/gayfathersseattle Shifting Gears. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Ongoing drop-in support group (non 12-step) for anyone of any orientation or gender who desires recovery from drugs or alcohol. For info, call 322-2437; www. sasgcc.org Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. (See Tuesday listing at 8pm.)

SWAG - “For Ladies by Ladies.” 8pm. Tiki Bob’s Cantina, 166 S King St. Seattle’s new premiere LGBT night. Features DJ Joy, live music & drink specials. $5 gurls, $10 boyz.

each month. BRMC provides a social & educational fraternity for individuals interested in recreational motorcycle touring. www.borderriders.com Crystal Meth Anonymous. 8-9:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Wednesday. A 12-step group for quitting & staying off crystal meth.

THURSDAY - November 17

Alcoholics Anonymous “Sober & Safe Group.”

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

BABES Women’s Support Group/Lunch Meeting.

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

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

Q Hour. 4:30-5:30pm. Orion Center, 1828 Yale Ave. 1st & 3rd Thursday each month. A group for LGBTQ youth 13-21 & their allies. Sponsored by Youthcare.

FREE. 622-5555 x 212.

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

What is yours? A safe place for Queer youth & allies 22 & under to explore one’s self thru the written word.

Fiction, non-fiction & poetry will be encouraged & supported. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Come Out For Yourself (COFY). 6-7:30pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Thursday. Peer support for people dealing with issues of sexual orientation. www.sasgcc.org Everett-Snohomish County Friendship Dinner for Persons Living with HIV/AIDS. 6pm. Spirit of Grace UMC (formerly First United Methodist), 3530 Colby Ave, Everett. Join us for a Thanksgfiving feast! FREE. Everyone welcome. Sponsored by the Evergreen AIDS Foundation & SNOCO Gay Men’s Task Force. For information call (425) 252-7751.

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 fairly & equitably addresses sexual minority concerns.

Meetings open to the public. 684-4514.

Bottom Dwellers Scuba Club Monthly Potluck & Meeting. 7pm. Meets 3rd Thursday each month. Bottom Dwellers promotes safe & responsible scuba diving & other outdoor activities for the GLBT community & friends at all experience levels. For info & location, www.bottomdwellers.org.

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 30-minute consultations. FREE. For APPOINTMENT call Tuesdays 12noon-3pm, 235-7235. For information visit www.qlaw.org/legalclinic 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.

Puddletown Squares Holiday Kick-Off. 7-9pm. St Andrew’s Episcopal Church, NE 80th & 1st Ave NE. A high energy evening of Gay square dancing with nationally known caller Gary Monday. No experience necessary. Everything you need to know will be taught at the event. Singles & couples welcome & we practice gender neutral partnering so you can dosado with anyone you want. www.puddletownsquares.org Queer Parent Networking Dinners (Sept-Nov, JanJune). 6-8pm. Meets 3rd Thursdays of every month.

Open to all LGBT, Two-Spirited, Queer & Questioning families - including parents, co-parents & other people who have a significant role in the life of a child. RSVP at least a week in advance. 568-7777 or deann@ nwnetwork.org 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.

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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 (Also Thursdays 4-10pm & Saturdays 6pm-12 midnight.)

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 Al-anon Meeting. 7-9pm. CHAC, 1900 E Madison St. LGBTQ-supported. 625-0000, ais@seattle-alanon.org First Fridays in Yakima. 7-9pm. 223 N 1st St, Yakima.

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

7-8:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. Meets every Friday. A 12-step meeting of Gamblers Anonymous. This is an open meeting, Gay & Lesbian preferred. All persons welcome. 1-888-GA HELPS. Seattle Prime Timers Coffee Reunion. 7pm. Starbucks, 1600 E Olive Way. Meets the 1st & 3rd Friday each month. Metro routes 8, 9, 14, 43, 49 & 60. 3290793; http://seattleprimetimers.usa-50.com Orca Swim Team Workout. 7:30-8:45pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Pioneers & Warriors TM. 7:30-9pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. Peer support group for Gay & Bi men over 40: honoring the past, accepting the present & embracing the future. Group attendance requires facilitator approval. Please contact Joel Davis at 261-6616. www.sasgcc.org Bent Mentor Showcase Featuring Storme Webber.

Doors 7:30pm, Show 8pm. MOHAI, 2700 24th Ave E. Annual showcase of original poetry, storytelling & spoken word performed by Bent Writing Institute students & instructors. This year’s event features mentor Storme Webber, a multi-genre spoken word artist. 512-507-0115, www.bentwriting.com 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 Girl4Girl. 9pm. Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Monthly women-only dance meets 3rd Friday most months; check calendar on website to confirm. $10 before 11pm; $12 after 11pm. 21+. www.girl4girlseattle. com; www.centuryballroom.com; 206-324-7263.

SATURDAY - November 19

(See previous Saturday for ongoing activities.)

Lambert House Queer Rec. 1pm. 1818 15th Ave. 3rd Saturday each month. Outdoor & indoor adventures for youth ages 22 & under. www.lamberthouse.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.

Taste of GSBA Cinderella Ball. 5:30-10pm. The Sheraton Seattle Hotel, 1400 6th Ave. A night of festive merriment, delicious food & drink, and entertainment

by Fifth Avenue Theatre. Cost: GSBA members $185, non-members $210. 363-9188, www.thegsba.org An Evening at the Cabaret. 7pm. R Place, 619 E Pine St. Presented by Beverly Peters Lake & the Imperial Court of Seattle. $5 donation. www.imperialcourtofseattle.com OUTDancing Gay Night. 7:30pm-lesson; 8-11pmdance. Century Ballroom, East Hall, 915 E Pine St, 2nd Fl. Meets 3rd Saturday most months; check calendar on website to confirm. Featuring salsa, swing and dance favorites. Before 8:30pm-$5; after 8:30pm-$7.

21+. 206-324-7263; www.centuryballroom.com.

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SUNDAY - November 20

(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 and continues to a chosen point of interest. Open to all LGBTQ persons & friends who have an interest in the automobile, not just collector or performance vehicles. ethylforever@hotmail.com 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. For more information or to sign up for a class, email bent. writing@gmail.com. Visit www.bentwriting.com or find us on Facebook. For upcoming events join our mailing list by emailing bent.news@gmail.com BiNet Seattle is a mixed gender, social group for Bisexuals, their partners & other Bi-friendly folks - www. binetseattle.org. Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network - www.sbwn.net.

Bremerton/Kitsap County - www.outwestsound.org Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St, offers an extensive schedule of LGBTQ-supported recovery meetings www.chacseattle.org, 860-9560 or call 587-2838 - 24/7.

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

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

Report domestic violence and sexual assault.

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.

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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

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Asians, (425) 985-4376, www.trikonenw. org; TwoSpirit Honor Project, 1-866-685-0164.

Pride Foundation - 323-3318; www.pridefoundation. org Project NEON is a program of Seattle Counseling Service providing FREE information & services to Gay & Bi men to reduce health risks associated with methamphetamine use. 323-1768. www.crystalneon.org Public Health-Seattle & King County Online Comprehensive Health Information for Sexual Minorities: www.kingcounty.gov/healthservices/health/ personal/glbt.aspx Q Law: The GLBT Bar Association of WA - 6826711; www.q-law.org Resource & Referral Line can connect you to LGBT-friendly resources throughout Puget Sound and beyond. Call 323-LGBT Mon-Fri 2-8pm; Sat 2-5pm. At other times leave voice mail and your call will be returned. Or visit www.gaycity.org to view list of resources online or through Facebook.

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 (formerly Dunshee House and Seattle AIDS Support Group) offers free, facilitated & confidential support, discussion & skills groups, retreats, 1 to 1 peer mentoring & special events for those affected by HIV/ AIDS & the greater LGBT communities. 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 Seattle Treatment Education Project (STEP) E-zine is an electronic resource distributed to people affected

by HIV/AIDS, case managers, front line workers & other health professionals. 328-8979, www.thebody. com/step/steppage.html Servicemembers Legal Defense Network - (202) 328-3244; www.sldn.org

Shanti - 324-1520; www.rosehedge.org SHIFT: A Peer Recovery Network - www.shiftrecovery.org Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, The Abbey of St. Joan - 860-3666; www.theabbey.org Snohomish Health District HIV/AIDS Program provides free confidential/anonymous HIV counseling & testing 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, until 7pm Tuesdays.

(425) 339-5298.

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. pacific nwgra.org; Puddletown Squares: www.iagsdc. org/puddletown; Rain City Soccer: www.raincitysoccer. org; Rain Country: 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.thepride league.com, Century 21 League; Seattle United Soccer League: www.seattleunitedsl.com; Seattle Volleyball Club: www.seattlevolleyballclub.com; Ski Buddies: www. skibuddies.org; Team Seattle Gay Sports Network is an umbrella organization for a wide range of local GLBT sports activities, 367-4064, www. team seattle.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; Tacoma Lesbian Concern (TLC): www.tacoma lesbianconcern.org; WOWS: a fun, member-driven social group for Lesbians, http://groups.yahoo.com/group/ womenofwestseattle; YWCA Women’s Health Outreach: providing low or no-cost mammograms for income eligible 40+ LBTQ individuals. Follow us at http:// lbtqhealth-ywca.blogspot.com, twitter.com/ingridWHO or email lbthealth@ywcaworks.org, 436-8671.

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 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.globe youth.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) 671-2838, www. oasisyouthcen ter.org; Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)/Puget Sound: 3257724, www.seattle-pflag.org; Safe Schools Coalition: www.safeschools coalition.org; 632-0662 ext 49 (non-emergency), 1-888-99-VOICE (crisis line); Seattle Young People’s Project (Queer Youth Resource Board): 860-9606, www.sypp.org; Teen Link: 461-4922, 1-888-431-TEEN; The Trevor Project: 866-4-U-Trevor; www.thetrevorproject.org; True Colors - Connecting LGBTQ Teens: in Shoreline, 362-7282 x 8018, lbagley@chs-nw.org; YouthCare/ Orion Center: 622-5555; YouthCare/Isis Program (Transitional Living Home for LGBTQ Young Adults, 18-22): 522-8412; Youth Suicide Prevention Program (OUTLoud-GLBTQ): 297-5922, ext 116, 1-800-273-TALK, www.yspp.org

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