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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT Conchords soar SIFF returns with at Paramount opening night gala Issue 20, Volume 37, May 15, 2009

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Scene from local filmmaker Lynn Shelton's Humpday, which will be screened for the festival's Centerpiece Gala

by Scott Rice SGN Contributing Writer

tival in the United States, sporting 392 films in 25 days. Fasten your seatbelts; it’s going to be a fabuSeattle International lous ride.

Film Festival The festival kicks off with the May 21 - June 14 Opening Night Gala on May 21 at the Paramount Theatre. In the The 35th Seattle International Loop, a biting British satire, will be Film Festival (SIFF) returns on screened for those willing to pony May 21 and runs through June 14. up 45-200 bucks to join the party.

Get ready for the largest film fes- The movie looks like the British

Jermaine Clement (l) and Bret McKenzie of Flight of the Conchords

version of the television hit The Office (I admit it, I find the waggy by Shaun Knittel camera irritating), but the satire is SGN Staff Writer strictly political and devastatingly Flight of funny. the Conchords Things wind down with the May 11 Closing Night Gala screening on Paramount Theatre Sunday, June 14, of OSS 117: Lost in Rio, directed by Michel HaMonday night at the Paramount zanavicius. You may remember see siff page 33 Theatre was buzzing with con-

certgoers who were ready for their 7:30 p.m. flight. All passengers had tickets in hand and seemed anxious to get the journey underway. We had first-class tickets for a ride with Flight of the Conchords.

Ladies and gentlemen, the captain has turned on the seatbelt sign. see chonchords page 33

SGN’s 2009 summer Outrage and the movie previews politics of the closet I’m finding it difficult to get worked over this summer at the multiplex. Yes, yes, I know, J.J. Abrams has his big-budget reboot of Star Trek currently playing to packed houses, and anytime Pixar has a new movie coming out (Up!, opening May 29) there is certainly reason to get excited. But I’m just not feeling the love, the next four months of warm-weather entertainment by and large doing little to make my temperature rise.

There are exceptions, of course.

I’ve already mentioned two (although, sadly, I can’t say I loved that first one), but filmmakers as diverse as Frances Ford Coppola (Tetro, June 19), Quentin Tarantino (Inglourious Basterds, August 21), Sam Mendes (Away We Go, June 5), Michael Mann (Public Enemies, July 1), Jim Jarmusch (The Limits of Control), Stephen Frears (Cheri, June 26), Judd Apatow (Funny People, July 31) and Ang Lee (Taking Woodstock, Aug. 14) are releasing new works as well. A person would have to be crazy not to be a teeny bit curious about all of those, and if even only

a third are worthwhile, discovering that truth is still going to be a delicious adventure entirely its own.

By and large, however, on paper, the rest of the major offerings leave a lot to be desired. Do we really need to see Michael Bay disappoint us a second time with a bunch of stupid, adolescent, puerile comedy bogging down machineon-machine warfare in Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen (June 26)? Did anyone actually ask Ron Howard and Tom Hanks for Angels & Demons (May 15), a sequel to their profitable yet loathed religious thriller The Da Vinci Code?

Are there actually people excited about seeing H2 or Final Destination: Death Trip 3D, a couple of horror sequels to played-out franchises both strangely opening on the same day (August 28)?

Okay, I realize I’m allowing myBarney Frank in Outrage self to be more than a bit cynical. ca Film Festival in New York last Obviously, I’m probably going by Ron Anders month, when I attended the world to have as much of a good time SGN A&E Writer premiere of Outrage, a film sure watching movies this summer as Outrage to raise eyebrows and set tongues anyone else. Heck, based on the Opening May 15 wagging in the worlds of cinema fact that five of my 2008 top 10 VARSITY THEATRE and politics. Kirby Dick’s docu(WALL•E, The Dark Knight, Man mentary sets its sights on closeted on Wire, Tropic Thunder and The There was a delicious sense of politicians who consistently camsee MOVIE PREVIEWs page 28 anticipation in the air at the Tribe- paign and vote against Gay rights magnolia pictures

by Sara Michelle Fetters SGN Contributing Writer

BAT N’ ROUGE XI

legislation – and the media which are more than happy to look the other way.

Angry and indignant, Outrage eloquently recounts the sobering toll that elected officials’ selfdenial takes as they wield political power, creating laws that this country is supposed to live by. It makes a compelling case against politicians whose decision to keep their closet door tightly shut at any cost – and takes the clear stand that outing is fully justified if the subject in question is helping to enact legislation which denies Gays citizens basic civil rights.

Front and center are Larry Craig (whose infamous airport bathroom encounter made headlines) and Florida governor Charlie Crist (a leading contender for the 2008 Republican Vice Presidential slot who conveniently got engaged as nomination time grew close). We also get compelling interviews with out Gay politicians, including Massachusetts Representative Barney Frank, who talks with his trademark conviction and sly humor and former Arizona Representative Jim Kolbe, who movsee outrage page 23

DRAG QUEENS vs.The DYKES Saturday June 13th 5:00 to 8:00 PM - Cal Anderson Park

Invitation The public is cordially invited to attend Gov. Christine Gregoire’s signing of the Domestic Partnership Expansion Bill into law on Monday, May 18.

The signing ceremony will be held in Seattle, at the Montlake Community Center, 1618 E Calhoun Street, at 10:30 a.m.

Supported by the staff of

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Celebrating 36 Years!

Wink a sexy, original Seattle documentary file photo

Seattle's Academy of Burlesque founder and headmistress Indigo Blue in A Wink and Smile

by Jessica Price SGN Contributing Writer A Wink and a Smile Northwest Film Forum Through May 21 In case you didn’t know, Seattle is one of the top cities for the burgeoning neo-burlesque movement. The Academy of Burlesque and its founder/headmistress Indigo Blue are responsible in large part, offering a six-week crash course in the art of burlesque performance culminating in a public recital.

The new feature documentary A Wink and a Smile exposes a bit of glitzy flesh as well as the hopes, dreams, and fears of 10 women enrolled in the Academy.

Director Deirdre Timmons makes her debut with this thoughtful film chronicling the students’ journeys against a context of Seattle’s close-knit burlesque community. Softspoken, intelligent Indigo Blue explains the historical background and nuances of her beloved art form, while tenderly and humorously pushing her students to break from their shyness. Although all genders can and do take the Burlesque 101 course, in the fall of 2007, 10 females from various backgrounds overcame not only their fears of performing, but agreed to be filmed for the documentary. Timmons invisibly elicits their trust, and what results are personal confessions explaining the rationale it takes to commit yourself to such a bawdy concept. The love of burlesque and the idea of self-discovery form a common thread that brings these women together. In one particularly moving moment, The Shanghai Pearl (a professional soloist and instructor at the Academy) explains how she cherishes the fact that as a female from Taiwan, in finding burlesque she can be any kind of woman

and human being she chooses to be. She’s a beautiful performer and her slightly raunchy style is a standout among local peelers.

Heavily interspersed with the student preparations are dazzling, peacock-like routines by astonishingly original burlesque/ boylesque locals. Waxie Moon, a graduate of the Academy, appears as a male bride.

Bald-headed and mustached, he daintily sheds his bridal gown. Another outstanding moment comes when Lily Verlaine (a member of the Atomic Bombshells) reveals an unusual ode to Picasso. A veritable who’s who of Seattle’s flourishing scene are featured, including Kitten la Rue, who Indigo credits with starting the very first continual run of burlesque shows in town.

With over 300 hours of footage, Timmons manages to whittle things down to a multi-faceted 90-minute film, encapsulating musical theater’s most intoxicating elements: there’s a little drag, a bit of comedy, a healthy dose of raunch, and a lot of glamour. The documentary explores why people continue enrolling in the Academy and are drawn to this suggestive art form. There is a unique variety of reasons – body acceptance, overcoming stage fright, proving that you can do something outrageous for yourself only – but all come down to one concept: confidence.

Seattle is a city rich in film and the performing arts, and with the success of A Wink and a Smile, our star-studded ladies and gentlemen are bound to inspire and dazzle many more generations of students and observers alike. It’s a wonderful thing to watch people living their lives as who they choose to be, and that’s the most memorable aspect of this film. There are truly original, remarkable people at the heart of the movement, and A Wink and a Smile tells the stories of some of its best.

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continued from cover ingly describes how his life has changed for the better after he decided to come out.

Dick, who may have never met a hypocrite he didn’t like to film, previously directed This Film Is Not Yet Rated, an entertaining exposé of the confoundingly secretive workings of the Motion Picture Association rating system and Twist of Faith, his Oscarnominated exploration of one man’s sexual abuse by a Catholic priest. Cannily edited, Outrage boasts a judicious balance of talking heads and documentary footage, along

with eye-opening statistics on some politicians’ abysmal anti-Gay voting records.

Dick skillfully dramatizes the connection between homophobic politics, hate crimes and AIDS deaths. He has shown that he can fashion a gripping documentary, fueled by anger and comic sarcasm – and Outrage is no exception. Although some of the film’s draw comes from the tabloid-like charge of exposing elected officials as frauds, it makes a clear and impassioned statement about the price we pay for having closeted lawmakers work against human rights.

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Guys and Dolls wins audiences over seattle musical theatre

by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer Guys and Dolls Seattle Musical Theatre Through May 24 Classic musicals are a joy, and Guys and Dolls is one of the best. The production currently running at Seattle Musical Theatre is a joyful experience. Director Christopher Nardine has great feeling for the material and is also an adept choreographer. The choreography is more than dance steps. There are very funny interactions with characters that are contained in a song-and-dance sequence, if you pay attention.

The five-person orchestra, under the direction of Paul Linnes, manages to sound like at least eight musicians. The inventive set design, allowing tall triangular columns to turn into three distinct locales, is provided by Jason Phillips. Costumes by Deane Middleton liven the production with colorful, period design.

The musical, about gamblers going “good,” is funny from end to end. Some of the most famous songs, like “Luck Be A Lady,” have become common fare for singers to perform. The main theme, of finding enduring love, is embodied by crap-game location scout Nathan Detroit and his fiancée of 14 years, Adelaide, and gambler Sky Masterson falling for a Salvation Army “doll,” Sarah Brown.

Sky and Sarah are played by married couple Julian and Jenness Schrenzel, who still have a lot of chemistry with each other

(nice that marriage doesn’t dim the allure).

They both have nice voices, with Julian’s the stronger, but Jenness hits the high notes beautifully. Nathan Detroit is wrestled to the ground by Jason Rasmussen, playing gruff and good-hearted, in a regular-Joe style. Jennifer Littlefield as Adelaide speaks in proper character voice, but somehow loses it in some of the songs, making for a bit of a schizophrenic performance, though ultimately winning us over.

The standouts are the three mugs who follow Nathan around as the second, third and fourth bananas: Johnathan Reed as Nicely-Nicely, Ben Derby as Benny and Doug Knoop as Rusty Charlie. They set the tone from the opening bell, the song “The Oldest Established,” about betting on horses, and they revive any flagging spirits during a longish 2-hour and 45-minute production every time they sing. Tom Birkeland gets a sweet moment to sing a lullaby as Brother Arvide. Nardine’s direction of one of the sometimes stupidest songs, “If I Were A Bell,” makes it refreshingly clear that Sarah is drunk, which helps make the song much less stupid.

The stage show is different from the musical, including a couple of extra songs. If you haven’t seen a stage production, it’s time to go, or go again, since it hasn’t been staged in Seattle for a long time. For more information, go to www.seattlemusicaltheatre. org or call 206-363-2809.

Comments on reviews go to sgncritic@ gmail.com.

Scene from Guys and Dolls, currently running at Seattle Musical Theatre

Mozart rescued from the museum © Bill Mohn photo

by Rod Parke SGN A&E Writer Seattle Opera’s The Marriage of Figaro May 8 McCaw Hall I’m trying to figure out why Seattle Opera’s current production of Mozart’s The Marriage of Figaro is so fresh and entertaining. This opera, certainly one of the greatest ever written, can fall flat if treated too reverentially, especially if one has seen it a few too many times. Each of its numbers is such a gem that the opera can become just a series of jewels, with little forward thrust or tension. To often this opera is a museum piece.

What saves this production, in both the opening night and matinee casts, is a focus on the play (a great comedy) and the enlightened conducting of Dean Williamson.

Except for the opening bars of the overture, which were muddy in both performances I saw, the players from the Seattle Symphony brought light-footed transparency and lyric beauty to Mozart’s score. Tempi were brisk, and coordination between the pit and stage during some of the fast ensembles was not always spot-on; but balances were perfect.

Singers never had to push to be heard, and the woodwinds especially sounded like they were almost the main show, as they should be. (I do wonder if Williamson’s beat is not a little too small to be well seen by the singers, especially since he doesn’t use a baton.)

Two elements were key in holding our attention. One was the obvious intention of the conductor (who also played the harpsichord accompaniment to the recitatives) to move so quickly into the next number that the audience was discouraged from stopping the show for applause. Since the first two acts come in at over 90 minutes without intermission, this was indeed wise.

The second was Director Peter Kazaras’ skill in moving the play forward in a mostly clear and uncluttered manner. There were however three exceptions: changing Figaro’s first-scene measuring for his wedding

bed to a knotted piece of string (?); undermining Figaro’s first-act aria, sung to Cherubino, by having him instead sing to the audience while we were distracted by the other singers, who were busy changing the scenery for the next act; and a somehow confusing staging of the final garden scene. These questionable decisions did not seriously destroy the flow of delights and laughs.

In the cast of 10 named singers, no fewer than five were significant enough to earn

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Mariusz Kwiecien as Count Almaviva in Seattle Opera's production of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro

double-casting. With exception of the two Countesses, the singing and acting were of such a high level that I could not say which cast I preferred. The problems with the two sopranos singing the Countess were that while opening night Twyla Robinson showed considerable artistry in her arias, she was less distinguished elsewhere and totally muffed her high C in the second act trio. The other Countess, Jessica Jones, had a better high C but showed little artistry and

had an unpleasant edge to her voice. The first Suzanna, Christine Brandes, was excellent most of the time, but the second Suzanna, Elizabeth Caballero, was simply superb, showing that she could be exactly with the conductor at all times.

In the title role, bass Oren Gradus had a fine, rich voice, but showed repeated and serious problems staying with the orchestra, whereas the second, equally attractive Figaro, bass-baritone Nicolas Cavallier had no such difficulties. As Count Almaviva Marius Kwiecien excelled in all regards, most of all in his sexual allure, and generally avoided his usual tendency to over-sing, only once pushing the voice beyond its natural volume. The second Count, Johannes Mannov, had a bigger voice of considerable warmth and greater dynamic range. He was only slightly less commanding a figure.

The vocal standout of both casts was the opening night Cherubino of mezzo-soprano Daniela Sindram. I have never heard better. Her voice is rich perfection from top to bottom, produced with great ease and confidence, and her acting was special. (She underlined Cherubino’s overflowing testosterone with a nervous bouncing of her right leg whenever she sat down.) The second Cherubino, Sarah Castle, was nearly as good.

Also in the near-perfection range was the singing of Dr. Bartolo by Arthur Woodley, who fit this role to a T. And that tall redhead from Texas, Joyce Castle, could hardly have been better as the comical Marcellina. Much of her part (since her aria was cut) was interacting with others. Watching her face was a comical adventure.

All the smaller parts were done very well, with soprano Leena Chopra proving the exception to the rule that big, beautiful voices come only in big people. She enhanced her aria with movement that only someone gifted and trained as a dancer could produce.

The sets were serviceable but undistinguished. Customs were excellent, each underlining its characters personality, especially Marcellina’s over-the-top dress and hat.

Reviewer Rod Parke can be reached at rmp62@columbia.edu.

Celebrating 36 Years!

A DYKE ABOUT TOWN

Mercy visits Iowa

by Mercy Moosemuzzle SGN Contributing Writer Iowa Same Sex Marriage Mercy is just back from a visit to her aunt and cousins in Iowa. She asked them why Iowa wound up being among the first states to legalize Gay marriage. They told her farmers are self-determining people, who don’t like others telling them what to do, so they recognize they wouldn’t take to having their right to marry any one else curtailed.

Mercy’s family also thought Iowans took pride in taking this step before Vermont, another independent-minded state.

Diane Schuur Mercy and Cuteness delighted in Diane Schuur’s performance at Jazz Alley, last week. Deedles is a mature artist with a great deal of depth. She is sure-handed at the piano, and has a liquid voice. The singer told us she had been playing at Jazz Alley since 1985, and has a fond place for it in her heart

Times,” joking that the band would have to play by ear like she does. Then, she helped them by calling out the notes. Barry talked about being proud of Deedles’ accomplishments, including her long sobriety. The two sang a duet of “You’ve got a Friend” that resonated with their long years of knowing each other.

La Cenerentola Mercy and Cuteness went to the HD broadcast of Rossini’s La Cenerentola.

Soprano Elina Garanca was a knockout as Angelina. Lawrence Brownlee’s Don Ramiro was fabulous. At the end, Deliberation Nonce said, “What a relief that everything turned out for those people.” Mercy pointed out the plot required people to believe two very differently sized men exchanged clothes. Assonance Blankverse, said, “Plus, the idea that no one would recognize Cinderella at the ball. That must be why this is called Bel Canto, rather than Bel Storia.” They all were pleasantly surprised to see Justice Gatekeeper, who had said he would never come to another one of these broadcasts, because they are so ill lit. Mercy thought the darkness might be a limitation of the technology. Justice says he has friends who see these in California, and they aren’t as dark. Mercy said, “Maybe there is more sunshine in California.”

because her husband proposed to her there.

Her trio of Scott Steed on bass, Dan Radner on guitar and Reggie Jackson on drums were wonderfully in-synch. She opened with an upbeat, “Here I Go Again.” A slow bluesy interpretation of “They Say it’s Wonderful” was very satisfying.

“You’d Be So Nice to Come Home To” had Mercy and Cuteness in a romantic mood. “These Are A Few of My Favorite Things” felt fresh to them. Dan Radner soloed on one of his compositions, “Listen Very Hard,” which Mercy and Cuteness found intelligent and fun. “Beginner Luck” and “It’s Magic Without a Wand” were other high points.

Schuur brought Overton Barry up to the stage from the audience, saying she has been playing with him for 34 years. He Inland Passage did a hot piano solo on “Stormy Monday.”

Mercy and Cuteness are preparing for a He commented that Deedles has the best band because they play together so well. cruise to Alaska. A group of friends decided He stayed onstage for a fine “Send in the to get together on a non-Olivia ship, because Clowns.” Schuur asked him to play “Hard it is less expensive, and create a Lesbian

presence there. That inspired Mercy to pull out Jane Rule’s 1985 collection of stories, Inland Passage. The title story is about two women in their 40s who meet on the Alaska ferry. The story has a lot of charm. The rest of the collection was also satisfying. Mercy recommends you have a look at it. Rule’s death last year, after a long, prolific life, was a loss.

Corrections About She-Smoke: A Backyard Barbecue Guide Mercy made three errors in her review of the new book from Seal Press. The title is She-Smoke: A Backyard Barbecue Guide.

The author’s name is Julie Reinhardt. The name of her restaurant is Smokin’ Pete’s.

She apologizes for the goofs and hopes readers will be able to find the book and restaurant.

Coming Up Mercy and Cuteness and Equality are looking forward to seeing Wedding Story at Seattle Public Theater. The play is about a funny and pleasant marriage tested by the wife developing Alzheimer’s. When the couple’s daughter meets and falls in love with a woman at a wedding, everyone has to look at their definition of marriage.

Mercy and Cuteness also look forward to seeing the all African-American woman Marion Anderson Quartet at the UW World Series.

Straightlaced: Getting dressed can be tough

by Scott Rice SGN Contributing Writer Straightlaced fundraiser screening May 17, 2 PM AMC Pacific Place Cinema Watching Straightlaced, the new documentary by Academy Award-winning director Debra Chasnoff and produced by GroundSpark, reminded me of my freshmen year of high school. I found a pair of white painter’s pants a female cousin had left at our house. They were white (a bit feminine according to the local gender codes of Big Cabin, Oklahoma circa 1980), but they were made for painters (codified decidedly male according to the same unwritten system).

I decided to split the difference and wear them to school. A girl named Cindy called me out.

She said, “Those are girl’s pants.”

I said, “No, they’re painter’s pants.”

She said, “Those are girl’s pants. The Chic Jeans label is right there.”

It had never occurred to me that my lack of pop culture fashion knowledge would

kick my Queer and ever so closeted Oklahoma ass in such an absolute manner. And considering my girlish voice, my pretty face and my feverish crush on a boy in the 11th grade, I could little afford to parade around in girl’s jeans – white girl’s jeans, at that.

I was beaten and it was only third period.

Straightlaced is a peek inside the highpressure world of teenagers. It took me about 25 years on this planet to get over clothing, but I still remember how important it was to dress correctly back then and how often I got things wrong.

According to the kids interviewed in Straightlaced, contemporary teenagers seem to be feeling the same angst with lots more options and thus lots more ways to screw things up. Apparently, even today, all it takes is the wrong scarf and Johnny Jock Allstar’s masculinity may be compromised.

Chasnoff gives voice to an impressive collection of young people. The range of identities boggles the mind and it’s actually fun to see them all parading across the screen.

Straight, Queer, Bi and boys, girls, Trans, and Genderqueers: all are present and accounted for and all are worried about what they’re wearing.

Sure, the graphics slip into the “Look what I can do!” mode and the digital video can seem harsh at first, but if you let yourself be drawn into the teenage wasteland one more time, you’ll get a kick out of it. Besides, just last week I was lamenting the turned-up noses of film snobs who refuse to believe in the positive force of cheap proletarian video on the world of cinema. Dogma 95 lives!

The previous reference in a review of this film is, by the way, a total stretch.

According to their website (groundspark. org), GroundSpark is “working closely with educators, activists, national and local organizations, to insure that our films are used to inspire meaningful social changes. Much of this work focuses on creating schools and communities that are safe for all children.”

Straightlaced plays 2:00 pm, Sunday, May 17 at the AMC Pacific Place Cinema followed by a reception at Il Fornaio. Proceeds benefit the Safe Schools Coalition and GroundSpark’s Straightlaced campaign.

Check it out; it’s a good documentary for a good cause.

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FRIDAY

Cafe Metropolitain - Funked Up Fridays. Bartender’s Choice Specials all day.

C.C. Attle’s - Happy Hour, noon - 8:30 pm. $2.25 Bud/ Bud Light drafts, $4.25 wells. Kitchen open 4 pm - midnight. No cover.

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

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

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

Crescent Lounge - Confessional Fridays with Cardinal Synn. 9 pm - 2 am.

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

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

Julia’s - Eatatjulias.com. $3.00 daily drink specials. Happy Hour, 3 - 7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour Sun. - Thurs.

9 - 11 pm: $1.50 Miller drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3.00 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm. Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - No cover … ever!!! Start your weekend off right. Happy Hour 6 - 8 pm.Weekly beer & cocktail specials.

Martins Off Madison - Joseph Rojo, 9 pm - 1 am.

Classically inspired original works as well as poa, standards and soundtracks. No cover.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Twisted - Girl4GIRL Halloween Event. God-Dess and She live event @ 9 pm. $15 at door. Sell-out crowd expected. www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - $4 Jäger Bombs. South Side Boogie-Dancing, 9 pm - 2 am, with DJ Dirty Dan. Karaoke in the Main Room, 9 pm - 2 am. No cover.

Wildrose - www.thewildrosebar.com.

SATURDAY

Cafe Metropolitain - Cheap Shot Saturdays. $4 cheap shots & DJ Skiddle Mixing.

C.C. Attle’s - Brunch, 11 am - 4 pm. Happy Hour, 11 am - 8:30 pm. $2.25 Bud/Bud Light drafts, $4.25 wells. Kitchen open 11 am - midnight. No cover. Bear Night, 1st Saturday every month @ 6 pm.

Changes - Happy Hour till 7 pm. Free Darts all day and night.

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

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

Crescent Lounge - Wolf Pup Ro Saturday Matinee Karaoke, 3:30 - 8:30 pm. Saturday Night Karaoke with Frankie, 9 pm - 2 am.

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

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

Julia’s - Eatatjulias.com. $3 daily drink specials. Happy Hour, 3 - 7 pm daily; Late Night Happy Hour, Sun.-Thurs.

9 - 11 pm: $1.50 Miller drafts, $2.50 micro brews, $3 well cocktails. Breakfast/brunch served Sat. & Sun. till 4:30 pm.

Free Wi-Fi. Madison Pub - No cover … ever!!! But get in early to beat the line. Capacity enforced for your comfort & safety.

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

Martins Off Madison - Rotating cabaret, 9 pm - midnight. No cover.

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.

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

Twisted - Halloween Costume contest @ 11:30 with Madison Lane. Cash Prizes. DJ FLIP spinning. 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

Cafe Metropolitain - Hail Mary Sundays: $1 PBR, $5 Bloody Mary Special.

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Kitchen Open 11am - 10pm. No Cover.

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

9-Ball Pool Tourney at 6 pm - 16 players only. Hosted by RW & Co. Crescent Lounge - Julia D'Poon Sunday's 3:30 pm 8:30 pm. Danica D'Lish Sundays 9 pm - 2 am 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.

Julia’s - Eatatjulias.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.

Martins Off Madison - Tim Kennedy, 8-11 pm. Open mike with the hip stylings by this jazz virtuoso. Jazz, standards, and more. No cover.

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

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

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

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

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

Seattle Eagle - Beer Bust $1 Drafts from 2-10pm Dj UP-ABOVE from 10-2 Twisted - Open @ noon for Brunch. Football obn the big screen. Happy Hour all day! www.twistedineverett.com Vibe - in Kent - Happy Hour All Day! FREE POOL! Wildrose - Free pool all day. www.thewildrosebar.com.

MONDAY

Cafe Metropolitain - Martini Mondays: $4 Martinis all day.

C.C. Attle’s - Happy Hour Noon – 8:30 pm. $2.25 Bud/ Bud Light Drafts, $4.25 Wells. Kitchen Open 4 pm – 10pm.

Changes - Happy Hour all day and night.

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

See us at www.clubsilverstone.com.

Crescent Lounge - Sexual Chocolate (KJ) Mondays 9 pm - 2 am.

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

Julia’s - Eatatjulias.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. Trivia contest at 6 pm for cash & prizes. 9-Ball Pool Tourney at 7 pm.

Martins Off Madison - Ruby Bishop, 8-11 pm. Classic ragtime, standards and oldies with Seattle’s classic queen of the piano. No cover.

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 - 3 pm - 1 am. Happy Hour until 7 pm.

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 - Monday Madness, $3 Well, $2.50 Bud/Bud Light Pounders, Football on the big screen. Free WiFi. 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

Cafe Metropolitain - Tequila Tuesdays: $4 Tequila Shots $4.50 Margaritas All Day. C.C. Attle’s - Happy Hour Noon - 8:30 pm. $2.25 Bud/ Bud Light Drafts, $4.25 Wells. Kitchen Open 4 pm - 10pm.

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.

Crescent Lounge - Johnny Cockring Tuesdays 9 pm - 2 am.

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.

Julia’s - Eatatjulias.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.

Martins Off Madison - Karin Kajita, 8-11 pm. Open mike with the hip stylings by this jazz virtuoso. Jazz, standards, and more. No cover.

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

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prohibition era music by DJ Dubonet and enjoy a libation from William's famous cocktail menu. Dapper dress from the era is encouraged.

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

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

Twisted - Happy Hour 5-7 pm. Karaoke with Keith @ 9 pm. 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

Cafe Metropolitain - Wine-Oh! Wednesdays: $7.50 Wine Tasting. 30% Off Bottled Wines.

C.C. Attle’s - Happy Hour noon – 8:30 pm. $2.25 Bud/ Bud Light Drafts, $4.25 Wells. Kitchen Open 4 pm – 10pm.

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.

Crescent Lounge - Laura Wednesdays 9 pm - 2 am.

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.

Julia’s - Eatatjulias.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.

Martins Off Madison - Bonnie Birch, 8-11 pm. Open mike with Seattle’s premier accordion chanteuse. No cover.

Neighbours - “PLAYGIRL MANHUNT” Contest at 11:30 pm. Club opens at 9 pm. No cover.

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 - Happy Hour 5-7 pm. Karaoke with Keith @ 9 pm. 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

Cafe Metropolitain - LIT Thursdays: $5 Long Island Iced Teas.

C.C. Attle’s - Happy Hour Noon – 8:30 pm. $2.25 Bud/ Bud Light Drafts, $4.25 Wells. Kitchen Open 4 pm – 10pm.

Changes - Happy Hour all day and night. Trivia night with your host Jeff. Cash prizes.

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

Dart Tourney 7:30 pm. Hosted by RW & Co. Crescent Lounge - Shaken Not Stirred Karaoke with Sabi Thursdays 9 pm - 2 am.

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.

Julia’s - Eatatjulias.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.

Martin’s Off Madison - Karin Kajita, 8-11 pm. Open mike with the hip stylings of this jazz virtuoso. Jazz, standards and more.

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 - Happy Hour 5-7 pm. Country Dancing 2nd Thursday of the month. 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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Edge of Heaven) all were released between May and August, I’m just about sure of it.

But the simple fact is I’m getting tired of all the remakes (The Taking of Pelham 123, June 12), sequels (Terminator: Salvation, A Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, both May 22), toy-based action epics (G.I. Joe: The Rise of the Cobra, August 7) and family comedies (Imagine That, June 12 and G-Force, July 24) that look like they were made by a focus group and not by actual filmmakers. Heck, I can’t even get worked up about Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince (July 15), as the trailers for the sixth installment of J.K. Rowling’s popular series only remind me we still have another two films to go (the seventh chapter has been split in two) before we can say goodbye to Hogwarts for good.

Not to worry; I’m sure this cynicism will dissipate faster than it took the Enterprise to warp halfway across the universe. It’s just the early summer movie blahs, and all it takes is one hot property filled with imagination, great acting and a wonderful storyline for it to disappear. And what will that be? Who can say, but here’s a list of some of those with potential.

Please keep in mind release dates are subject to change.

May 15

Angels & Demons – Ron Howard and Tom Hanks try a second time to give a controversial Dan Brown novel a makeover.

Here’s my suggestion: leave as soon as the two-hour mark hits. Up until that point, this is a pretty entertaining suspenser. After it?

Well, let’s just say there’s a lot to be desired.

A lot of lots, in fact. More than you can possibly imagine.

Enlighten Up! – A skeptic takes a journey into the world of yoga and manages to stretch his understanding into positions he could only previously dream of.

Little Ashes – Twilight heartthrob Robert Pattinson transforms into Salvador Dali.

Seriously. I’m not kidding. There aren’t any typos in that description. Promise. In other news, a chorus of teenage girls all “Ewwwwww!” at the same time.

Outrage – Outstanding documentary about closeted LGBT politicians who fight to approve anti-Gay legislation. The description pretty much speaks for itself.

Tyson – James Toback’s fascinating documentary about controversial heavyweight champion Mike Tyson told completely in his own words. No matter how you feel about the man, I dare viewers to try and take their eyes off of him.

to try and eviscerate the teen dancing movie. My guess is, as per their last few efforts, every funny scene has already been featured in the trailer.

The Girlfriend Experience – Steven Soderbergh goes experimental making a lowtech romantic comedy about a high-priced escort portrayed by well-known porn star Sasha Grey. If I say I hope the film doesn’t blow, do you think someone will censor me?

A Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian – Ben Stiller and company return for another CGI foray into the mysterious late-night world of museums. The addition of Amy Adams as Amelia Earhart has me intrigued, but as little as I liked the first one, I can’t say I’m doing cartwheels at the thought of this one.

Terminator: Salvation – I love the fact that Christian Bale is in this. Ditto Bryce Dallas Howard. But the director is McG? Really?

The guy who made Charlie’s Angels is taking on James Cameron? Am I the only one who thinks that’s way beyond weird?

May 29

Drag Me To Hell – Sam Raimi returns to his Evil Dead roots, only he forgoes the R-rating because Universal Studios didn’t want him to have one. So, that means no murderous trees, gratuitous nudity, severed hands or people being split in two by a chainsaw. But the word “groovy” might be used. Maybe.

Summer Hours – French family drama with Juliette Binoche directed by the great Olivier Assayas (Irma Vep). Wonderfully poignant and moving, discriminating viewers will find much to love here.

Up! – Pixar’s latest is about an old man who ties balloons to his house and floats away on a grand adventure. I know how it sounds, but did you really think movies about race cars, a wannabe rat chef or an almost-silent robot were going to be any good, either?

June 5

Departures – The surprise winner of the Academy Award for Best Foreign Film finally makes its debut, and I couldn’t be more curious to find out whether or not it actually deserved the victory.

Downloading Nancy – Potentially intriguing drama with Maria Bello and Jason Patric about an unhappily married woman who ends up falling in love with the guy she hires over the internet to kill her.

The Hangover – Lowbrow R-rated comedy from the director of Old School about a bachelor party that goes so wrong the chances it stays in Vegas are absolute nil.

Land of the Lost – Big budget Will Ferrell remake of the cheesy television series of the same name. It’s got Sleestacks, so it can’t be The 35th Annual Seattle International Film all bad (not that I’m holding my breath).

Festival – The largest film festival in North America returns opening with the spectacularly funny In the Loop and closes 24 days Away We Go – Outstanding comedy-dralater with OSS 117 - Lost in Rio. In between ma hybrid with John Krasinski and Maya will be almost 400 examples of pure interna- Rudolph that’s as moving as anything I’m tional moviegoing bliss. We’ll be covering likely to see this year. It also shows the usuall the wonderfulness start to finish starting ally cynical Sam Mendes has a heart, somewith opening night. Keep checking the front thing I’d have never guessed after watching page for details.

Revolutionary Road, American Beauty or Road to Perdition.

Imagine That – Eddie Murphy + family The Brothers Bloom – Long-delayed con comedy = four words that should never be artist comedy with Rachel Weisz, Mark used in the same sentence (and I do – espeRuffalo and Adrian Brody directed by Brick cially after Meet Dave and Daddy Day Care wunderkind Rian Johnson. Think Dirty Rot- – mean never). ten Scoundrels, only without the killer cliThe Taking of Pelham 123 – Tony Scott mactic payoff. reunites with Denzel Washington to remake Dance Flick – The Wayans Brothers strike the esteemed Walter Matthau/Robert Shaw again, this time going the Scary Movie route 1974 thriller. It’s probably going to be fine, as I’ve liked just about everything the pair has done previously, I just don’t see the point. The original is a classic for good reason, and there’s pretty much no way this one can measure up.

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Easy Virtue – Adventure of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert director Stephan Elliot makes a triumphant, much-anticipated return with this adaptation of the Oscar Wilde play. Kristin Scott Thomas, Colin Firth and a surprising Jessica Beil are absolutely magnetic in this funny and touching winner.

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revival of A Chorus Line as well as the inspiration behind the Tony Award-winning original production. A singular sensation.

The Proposal – Sandra Bullock returns to making romantic comedies and she’s brought Ryan Reynolds along with her. I know I should be shaking in my Nine Wests over the thought of seeing this one, but for some reason I’m kind of intrigued. What can I say? Sometimes I’m a pushover.

Tetro – Frances Ford Coppola follows up his odd, esoteric Youth Without Youth with another odd, esoteric drama starring Vincent Gallo. Notice a pattern?

Year One – Harold Ramis (Groundhog Day) and Judd Apatow (Knocked Up) join forces to create a silly Neanderthal comedy starring Jack Black and Michael Cera that’s about, well, Neanderthals.

June 24

Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen – I have nothing to say here. The first featured slam-bang action and horribly idiotic comedy. My fear, sensational trailers aside, is that we are in store for much of the same.

June 26

Cheri – Stephen Frears (The Queen) goes the Dangerous Liaisons route with Michelle Pfeiffer and Kathy Bates. Oscar buzz is high, especially for Pfeiffer. This looks like a keeper.

Food, Inc – Documentary on the food industry sure to give everyone who watches it an extreme case of indigestion. You’ll never look at a Big Mac the same way ever again.

Moon – Sam Rockwell in a tour de force performance as a solitary maintenance worker on the moon at the end of a threeyear contract who discovers not all is as it seems to be. Intelligent science fiction told with flair and style, extremely worthwhile.

Surveillance – Jennifer Chambers Lynch (Boxing Helena) offers up Rashomon-like thriller about FBI agents tracking a killer whose would-be-victims all have wildly differing stories.

July 1

Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs – I loved the first Ice Age movie, couldn’t stand the second one. Not sure what to make of this third effort, although seeing that Scrat (the half-rat/half-chipmunk constantly failing to get an acorn) gets himself a love interest I might have to see it anyhow. For some reason, I just love that silly creature. He totally makes me laugh.

Public Enemies –Michael Mann (Heat, The Last of the Mohicans) takes on the birth of the FBI with Johnny Depp as John Dillinger, the notorious bank robber, and Christian Bale as Melvin Purvis, the agent who pursued him. Oscar-winner Marion Cotillard also stars.

afterwards. Chris Columbus’ first flat-out comedy since 1995’s Nine Months, not that this should be construed as anything remotely positive.

Whatever Works – Larry David and Evan Rachel Wood in a May-December romance from the prolific pen of Woody Allen.

Doesn’t look like much, but I thought the same about Vicky Cristina Barcelona, and I’ve watched that one a good half-dozen times now.

July 15

Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince – The sixth chapter of the life and times of the Boy Who Lived finally hits theater screens after an eight-month delay. Wake me when it’s over.

July 17

(500) Days of Summer – Comedy about a woman (Zooey Deschanel) who doesn’t believe in the existence of love and the young man (Joseph Gordon-Levitt) who becomes infatuated with her. Supposedly this was the stand-out attraction at the 2009 Sundance Film Festival.

July 25

All Good Things – Documentarian Andrew Jarecki (Capturing the Friedmans) makes his narrative feature debut with this thriller starring Ryan Gosling, Kirsten Dunst, Frank Langella and Kristen Wiig.

G-Force – Disney action-comedy about a team of crime-fighting guinea pigs. Yes, you heard right. Crime. Fighting. Guinea. Pigs.

In the Loop – Spectacular British comedy about the political behind-the-scenes machinations that led the United States and The United Kingdom into war in Iraq. One of the funniest, most laugh-out-loud things I’ve seen in years. Guaranteed to be of 2009’s best films.

The Orphan – Creepy kid thriller with Vera Farmiga and Peter Sarsgaard. While extremely familiar looking, the trailer is still totally killer (pun intended).

The Ugly Truth - Katherine Heigl and Gerard Butler in a romantic comedy from Legally Blonde director Robert Luketic. I’ll see it, mainly because she’s fairly delightful and he’s freakishly sexy, but I can’t say I’m holding too much in the way of hope it will be anything special.

July 31

Adam – Quirky looking comedy about an autistic man with an affinity for the stars who befriends his new next-door neighbor with emotional consequences. Rose Byrne and Hugh Dancy star.

Aliens in the Attic – Disney darling Ashley Tisdale gets the chance to be an above-thetitle star in this family action comedy about a group of kids who must save their vacation home from a group of invaders who are literally out of this world.

I Hate Valentine’s Day – Nia Vardalos (My The Cove – Investigative documentary Big Fat Greek Wedding) inflicts a new ro- epic about a dolphin trainer going under the mantic comedy on an unsuspecting world. waves to infiltrate a cove near Taijii, Japan Hopefully, this time around no one will exposing abuse and malfeasance so damnget the bright idea to make a bad television ing it almost leads to his death. show out of it.

Funny People – Judd Apatow rounds up his usual list of suspects (Seth Rogen, Michael Cera, Jonah Hill, Leslie Mann) and Brüno – In case anyone thought Borat goes the James L. Brooks (Broadcast News) was a fluke, Sacha Baron Cohen and Lar- route with this dramatic comedy about a ry Charles reunite to bring another of the disparate group of people who develop uncomedian’s popular characters to the big expected emotional connections when they screen. Be afraid (and ready to laugh). Be discover a popular comedian (Adam Sanvery afraid (and very, very ready to laugh). dler) is dying of cancer.

Captain Abu Raed – The 2008 SIFF award-winner finally returns for its theatrical engagement, this delightful Jordanian G.I. Joe: The Rise of the Cobra – Another comedy of mistaken identity as fun-filled Summer movie based on a toy line, this one the second time around as it was the first. directed by Stephen Sommers, and if it’s Humpday – Locally produced comedy anything like The Mummy or Van Helsing, I inspired by a contest in The Stranger, this think I might slit my wrists. A girl can only is one film that takes the idea of doing any- take so much brainless chaotic tedium that thing for a buck to an entirely new (and na- looks like it flew right out of a bad videogked) level. ame, and in my opinion that seems like all The Hurt Locker – Intense, gut-wrench- this guy’s good for. ing thriller from director Kathryn Bigelow Julie & Julia – Doubt stars Meryl Streep (Strange Days, Point Break) about an Army and Amy Adams reunite, albeit not in the bomb disposal team in Baghdad. One of the same scenes, in this wonderful looking most kinetically exhausting films I maybe comedy about television chef Julia Child have ever seen. and the modern day woman who is inspired I Love You, Beth Cooper – A valedicto- by her. rian proclaims his love for the hottest girl in Shorts – Robert Rodriguez (Spy Kids, Sin school during his commencement speech, City) goes back to the kid-friendly well with only to have her show up on his doorstep this fantasy about a group of small town

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kids who discover a rock with the power of granting wishes. You can just imagine what mayhem and madness breaks out next.

When in Rome – Ghost Rider and Daredevil director Mark Steven Johnson flips his own script to make a romantic comedy starring Veronica Mars herself, Kristen Bell.

That’s fine with me, as the further the way this guy gets from the comic book, the better it is for all of us.

August 14

Bandslam - Vanessa Hudgens and Lisa Kudrow star in this coming of age tale about a teenager putting together a rock band only to face ridicule until they decide to compete in a heated battle of the bands.

District 9 – Peter Jackson protégé Neill Blomkamp brings forth a science fiction epic about an alien race forced to live in slum-like conditions by the government.

The trailer is provocative, to say the least.

Could be this year’s answer to Cloverfield.

Paper Heart – Intriguing faux documentary about a young woman (Charlyne Yi) who decides to film her conversations talking to people about love and relationships who inadvertently starts a romance of her own with movie star Michael Cera. If this works, it will be remarkable. If it doesn’t, the precocious pain could be beyond anything else this year.

The Perfect Getaway – It’s the old, “I went on vacation with my girlfriend to a perfect island getaway only to discover someone is murdering the couples on the island and doing something with the remains” storyline.

Director David Twohy (Pitch Black) looks to add his own personal spin, but if this is anything more than a passably silly B-movie, I’ll be happily surprised.

Taking Woodstock – Visionary director Ang Lee (Brokeback Mountain, The Ice Storm) crafts a comedy about the behindthe-scenes actions that led to arguably the greatest, most talked about rock musical celebration of the 20th Century.

The Time Traveler’s Wife – The much delayed (and re-shot) adaptation of Audrey Niffenegger’s popular novel starring Eric Bana and Rachel McAdams finally has a release date it looks to actually stick to. Granted, I’m not holding my breath.

August 21

Goose on the Loose! – Family comedy about a young boy and his talking goose. I’d make some sort of joke, but then someone will just tell me that Babe was good, so this one could be, too. I’m not necessarily agreeing, but it’s certainly an argument one has to take into consideration.

Inglourious Basterds – Quentin Tarantino returns with an exercise in WWII mayhem starring Brad Pitt, Diane Kruger and a cast of familiar crazies who will undoubtedly get their opportunities to chew the scenery. It premiers at the Cannes Film Festival in just a couple of weeks, so we’ll know the word on this long before the August release date.

Post Grad - Alexis Bledel stars in this comedy about a young woman who returns home from college only to discover her degree doesn’t guarantee her a job. Sounds stupid, but Carol Burnett plays her grandmother, so it can’t be all bad.

August 28

The Boat that Rocked – Richard Curtis follows up Loved Actually with this 1960s retro comedy about an illegal rock and roll radio station broadcasting from the North Sea. Never understood the fascination with that 2003 effort, but this one boasts an allstar cast including Kenneth Branagh, Nick Frost, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Gemma Arterton, Jack Davenport, Rhys Ifans, January Jones, Bill Nighy and Emma Thompson, so I think I can handle getting whistled aboard.

Final Destination: Death Trip 3D – The fourth chapter of the popular horror franchise promises more gruesome killings, only this time … they’re in 3D! Now, ask me if I care. Better, ask me if anyone else should.

H2 – I interviewed Rob Zombie before the release of his 2007 remake of John Carpenter’s classic Halloween, and he said he’d never be involved with a sequel. Never say never, Rob. Never say never.

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May 15, 2009

Celebrating 36 Years!

Lea Salonga: A beautiful woman, a beautiful voice

by Eric Andrews-Katz SGN Contributing Writer Lea Salonga May 4 Snoqualmie Casino Lea Salonga, the beautiful 38-year-old singer performed Monday night at the Snoqualmie Casino to a fully packed ballroom.

The Philippine siren sang a collection of songs from her illustrious career on the concert circuit, Broadway and London’s West End, and two Disney princesses for which she supplied the singing voices. Once she began to sing, it was easy to see why she had won a Tony Award at the age of 19 and has been hailed as a national treasure of the Philippines.

Her singing style is a mixture of light pop/contemporary music that allows the listener to become lost in dulcet tones without being lulled to sleep. The gentle sounds summon images of half-full wine decanters capturing the light from flickering candles or the evocation of walking hand in hand with a significant other on an early spring day. There is gentleness to Ms. Salonga’s

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Bret McKenzie and Jermaine Clement make up Flight of the Conchords, who describe themselves the “Formerly New Zealand’s fourth most popular guitar-based digi-bongo a cappella-rap-funk-comedy folk duo.” I suppose they are right – Monday night’s show had a little of all of that. The band is one giant marketing machine. In the lobby, fans could be found carrying armfuls of band paraphernalia like Conchord undies, T-shirts reading “Band Meeting,” and blacklight posters.

Please take you seats.

Flight attendants, prepare the plane for takeoff.

Although Bret and Jermaine made a name for themselves with their Grammy Awardwinning 2007 The Distant Future LP, its their HBO series Flight of the Conchords that’s propelled them into superstardom – people love this band. So it makes perfect sense that comedian Arj Barker is their opening act for the current tour. Barker plays Bret and Jermaine’s angry horndog friend on the show. Barker, who began his career as a standup comedian, easily worked through a 30-minute routine that held the audience’s attention all the way through.

Barker then told everyone to put their hands together and “go fucking crazy for Flight of the Concords!” The audience did just that – people love this band.

Bret and Jermaine appeared onstage wearing their ever-so-popular robot costumes.

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continued from cover Hazanavicius as the director of the SIFF 2006 Golden Needle winner OSS 117: Nest of Spies. His films are fun parodies of ‘60sera Bond films that look period perfect.

Local films, well represented this year, include the documentary Sweet Crude by director Sandy Cioffi. Sweet Crude is the story of the oil-rich and politically charged Niger River Delta, a place rife with pollution, violence, and crushing poverty. Cioffi’s film crew were detained by Nigerian authorities in March of 2008 and held for seven days before being released. Instead of frightening the intrepid filmmakers into silence, the incarceration only seemed to steel their resolve.

Another local film that sounds like fun is Humpday, directed by Lynn Shelton. Two straight college buddies take part in an amateur porn contest (based on weekly newspaper The Stranger’s real-life amateur porn contest) and end up in what purports to be a fall-down-laughing-funny finale. Humpday is the screening for the Centerpiece Gala on Friday, June 5, 7:00 p.m. at the Egyptian Theatre.

The film I’m most excited about is Tetro, the new film from Francis Ford Coppola. I

vocal talents and a purity that rings out in each selection whether she is performing songs from her native country or doing classical Disney tunes.

Coming out in front of an intimate orchestra consisting of six players, Lea walked onto the stage to thunderous applause.

Starting with a cut from her self-titled solo CD, she immediately won over the audience. Between songs she told anecdotes of her career, her home in Manila, and of her husband and their 3-year-old daughter. Seasoning her stories with Philippine colloquialisms – the couple next to me translated – she continued her concert with the soliloquy song from Miss Saigon, “I’ll Give My Life For You,” leaving no doubt as to why she won the Tony Award for this role.

Her latest solo CD, Inspired, is what served as inspiration for this particular tour.

From this album, Ms. Salonga treated the audience to a song called “Two Words”; a song written for her to sing at her wedding which she claims made her husband cry.

With the expressive words and beauteous melody, the song had the same effect on the audience. For a crowd-pleasing effect, the song “Home” was sung completely in

its native Philippine language. The tune’s melancholy melody made the song’s meaning universal whether or not the lyrics’ language was understood.

When the 90-minute concert was coming to a close, Ms. Salonga finished with a song from her first recording, at age 9, “Tomorrow” from the musical Annie, another show in which she played the lead. After the thunderous applause brought her back, she gave an encore of her hit “On My Own,” from Les Miserable. The further furor for her was rewarded when she again appeared, this time to engage the audience in her duet from Disney’s Aladdin, “A Whole New World.” After the concert’s conclusion, Ms. Salonga continued to reward her fans by signing pictures, videos and CDs in the lobby of the ballroom.

William Shakespeare once wrote, “If music be the food of the love, play on.” If this is true, then Lea Salonga is the perfect dessert. Walking away from her concert is much like finishing a fine meal; you feel fully satisfied and know that shortly, you’ll have room for more.

Lea Salonga was born in the Philippines and started early in the country’s acclaimed

Repertory Company. By the age of 9, Lea had already performed in The King and I, the title role in Annie and had made her first recording. At the age of 18, she won the role of Kim, the lead in the West End’s premiere of Miss Saigon. After winning high accolades, including the Oliver Award – London’s version of the Tony – Lea continued to Broadway and repeated her role, becoming the first Asian to premiere and recreate the same theatrical role in both London and Broadway. Her American performance rewarded her with the Drama Desk Award and the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. Lea took over the role of Eponine in Les Miserable, becoming the first Asian to perform this role as well. Lea repeated it in the filmed concert version and following her invitation by Sir Cameron Macintosh himself, the 10th Anniversary All-Star Cast edition.

Lea continues to tour through out the world. She performs theater and concerts and recently completed the highly acclaimed international cast of Rodgers and Hammerstein’s Cinderella.

That was all it took; the audience was under their control to do with what they like. It became apparent that it was time to get down to business – socks, that is.

Flight of the Conchords gave us what we came to see. Bret and Jermaine flawlessly performed crowd-pleasers like “The Most Beautiful Girl (in the Room),” “Muth’uckas,” “I’m Not Crying,” and of course – “Business Time.” Although the duo has performed these songs hundreds, maybe even thousands of times, they still deliver a feel that this is the first time they’ve done the song live, which makes the audience feel like they’re seeing something just for them.

Bret and Jermaine are masters of adlib, working Seattle into the songs and at one point, singing their interpretation of Lynyrd Skynyrd’s “Free Bird” after someone in the audience yelled out the request.

Monday’s show was the first time I’ve seen the Conchords live. What surprised me was just how musically inclined the two men are. Throughout the roughly one-hour set, Bret and Jermaine played different instruments from guitars, keyboard, drums, and so on. The only backup musician was Nigel, a bass player the duo introduced as the Official Orchestra of New Zealand. Because of the groups musical prowess they eliminated any “unplugged” or “scaled-down” feeling – the songs sounded live the same as they do on the show or band’s LPs. In between songs, Bret and Jermaine would talk to each other or, as they put it, banter as if the audience wasn’t there. It was hilarious. At one point Jermaine turned

to us and said in his monotone, uninterested voice, “We really don’t have anything prepared. We’re really not very good. You should probably just come up here and do these songs yourself.”

You find yourself thinking, whether watching them live or on HBO, “why are these guys so hot?” It doesn’t make any sense really, except for, well – it doesn’t make sense. Onstage the two men draw screams from the women, and a few guys, whenever they turned their back to the audience or sing about their “sugar lumps.” The whole time Bret and Jermaine were singing “Business Time” people were hooting and hollering. I guess what makes the pair so cute is they don’t get it, either. To them, like

for us, it just doesn’t make sense.

The duo performed some of there lesserknown songs like, “Foux du Fafa,” “A Kiss is Not a Contract,” and “If That’s What You’re Into.”

After playing their set the band gave a surprisingly hard rocking encore that was a hilarious tribute to the hair bands of the 1980s. As the pair exited the stage, Jermaine threw his headband into the audience.

Be careful when opening overhead compartments, as some of their contents may have shifted during flight.

All at once, our Monday night journey was through. For us, the Flight of the Conchords had landed.

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can’t tell you too much about it at this point, but trust me; you will want to mark your calendar for this one, because it is gorgeous to look at in every aspect. Star Vincent Gallo and director Coppola are scheduled to show, which should add a touch of glamour and lots of IQ points to the evening.

The Queer flick I’m looking forward to most is American Primitive, directed by Gwen Wynne. American Primitive is set on Cape Cod circa 1973 and follows the journey of a recently widowed dad and his struggle to hide a secret from his two teenaged daughters. Tate Donovan and Adam Pascal star.

The previews for the mockumentary Morris: A Life with Bells On look like a hoot.

The film owes a debt to Rob Reiner’s 1984 masterpiece This is Spinal Tap. Morris captures the same sense of self-important, yet innocent, narcissism as the earlier film and the costumes alone look worth a trip to the theater.

The SIFF has returned, but don’t be afraid even if the beast has grown to intimidating size. Get yourself a cup of Earl Gray and take a little time to pore over the vast wealth of cinematic diversity represented by this year’s gargantuan local film festival so you are sure not to miss something special.

There’s plenty there to please every taste.

Visit us online www.sgn.org

w e e k o f M a y 15 - M a y 21

ARIES (March 20 – April 19): Your competitive streak is coming out a bit hard and fierce. Being the best you can be is even better than being better than everyone else. Excellence is important, but try to channel that energy into being the nicest person around.

TAURUS (April 20 – May 20): Don’t beat yourself up. At times everyone is his or her own worst enemy. Spiritual connections and the warmth you get being charitable both seem a bit dry these days.

Don’t let that stop you. Raging at God is OK. She can take it!

GEMINI (May 21- June 20): Defining your group against a cliquish faction is the surest way to turn it into one. Try to be more expansive and inclusive, as much as structure and goals allow. Focusing on those goals will help!

CANCER (June 21- July 22): Even if you are the best in your field, there are still others you can learn from. Don’t let your competitive drive drive them away! Collegiality is the hallmark of excellence in professionalism.

LEO (July 23 – August 22): Nobody is right about everything, not even you. The best way to win an argument is to be attentive and open-minded. To be the most learned person around, keep yourself open to learning!

Readings make great gifts!

I also do weddings and parties!

VIRGO (August 23 – September 22): Although the name of your sign leads people to underestimate your sexual prowess, yours is the sign of skill and discernment. If you really need to prove anything to anyone in that department, now is the time to prove yourself.

LIBRA (September 23 – October 22): Relationship is what your sign is all about. If you feel you are doing more than your partner, it’s because that’s what you do. If you’re feeling cheated or over extended, talk about it. A good, angry argument could help clear the air.

SCORPIO (October 23 – November 21): Your efforts to do your best could make coworkers feel left behind. Are you the rising tide that lifts all boats or the tsunami that swamps them? Make every effort to cooperate. Arguments and tension can cause accidents.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 – December 20): Games are not about being the best; just strive to do your best. Win or lose, it’s all in how you play. Teammates and opponents can all be friends, but not if you’re intent on grinding their faces into the dust!

CAPRICORN (December 21 – January 19): Promote your community on its own merits, without comparing it to any other. It’s too easy to fall into turf battles. Make every effort to hear the other side.

Postponing a resolution may be the best way to get one.

AQUARIUS (January 20 – February 18): Harmless little remarks can feel too much like challenges. Be ready to apologize for coming off too strong. Better yet, focus your energy into challenging yourself at learning a brand new skill.

PISCES (February 19 – March 19): Keeping up with the Joneses is economic suicide. Better to challenge yourself to greater thrift and efficiency. Without careful attention, money will burn a hole in your pocket that could leave your whole budget in flames.

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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 - May 16

Esprit 2009 in Port Angeles (5/10-5/17). The Pacific Northwest’s premier Transgender convention. For details visit www.espritconf.com 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.

Twisted Little Piggy Market in Everett. 11am-4pm.

Twisted, 1212 California St, Everett. An edgy art market featuring local artists, art, vintage collectables, erotic art, crafts, photography, jewelry, clothing, psychic readers, handmade soap, adult toys, candles, handmade cards & purveyors of interesting wares. 21+. Happy Hour prices on food & beverage during market hours.

(425) 438-4111.

Lambert House Queer Rec. 1pm. 1818 15th Ave. 3rd Saturday of every month. Outdoor & indoor adventures for youth 22 & under. www.lamberthouse.org Q-Squared Book Group. 1pm. Capitol Hill Branch Library, 425 Harvard Ave E. This month: “Hero” by Perry Moore. A Gay teen hero in a high-concept fantasy marks a significant expansion of LGBTQ literature into genres that reflect teens’ diverse reading interests. www.qsquared.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.

SYPP Auction Fundraiser: Mirror on the Movement.

5:30-9pm. 2820 E Cherry St. See us thru the recession by attending our renowned 3-in-1 auction. We’ll have a silent & live auction, plus our fabulous dessert dash.

Not to mention a new project will be debuting on the program. $40 per person, $25 for youth 19 & under. jeremy@sypp.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 6pm-12 midnight. Call for location & details. Every Saturday.

(253) 671-2838. www.oasisyouthcenter.org. (Also meets Thursdays 4-10pm & Fridays 4-10pm.)

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

6-8pm. Every week. For survivors of sexual assault & domestic violence. For information & location, call the SafePlace crisis line, (360) 754-6300.

Snohomish Gay Men’s Task Force Poker. 7pm.

Contact Robert at (425) 239-3675.

Strength Over Speed. 7-8:30pm. Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 1002 E Seneca (lower entrance off parking lot). FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www. strengthoverspeed.org Dos Fallopia: Deja Poo (5/14-5/17). 7:30pm. Theatre Off Jackson, 409 7th Ave S. Stars Peggy Platt & Lisa Koch with DJ Gommels. Classic comedy sketches, four nights only. Tickets $13-$20. www.brownpaper tickets.com

SUNDAY - May 17

(For a list of open & affirming religious/spiritual organizations in the area contact Multifaith Works - 324-1520; www.multifaith.org.)

Esprit 2009 in Port Angeles (5/10-5/17). The Pacific Northwest’s premier Transgender convention. For details visit www.espritconf.com Hiking Group. 8:45am. Uptown Espresso, 500 Westlake Ave N. Every Sunday year-round, rain or shine for moderate to strenuous day hikes. 323-8382. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/TheSeattleGayHiking Group/ Gay Men’s Bowling in Everett. 10am. Evergreen Lanes, 5111 Clarement 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.

Ethyl Forever Car Club Monthly Meeting. Board 10:30am, Membership 11;30am. Mark restaurant, 914 SW 152nd St, Burien. Meets the 3rd Sunday of every month. ethylforever@hotmail.com

Visit us online www.sgn.org

Rebel Reading Circle. 11am-12:30pm. 900 Hiawatha Pl S. Meets 1st & 3rd Sundays. Share ideas as you study Viva la Raza: A History of Chicano Identity & Resistance by Yolanda Alaniz & Megan Cornish.

FREE. Sponsored by the Freedom Socialist Party.

722-2453. www.socialism.com 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 Film Premiere - “Straightlaced: How Gender’s Got Us All Tied Up.” 2-5pm. AMC Pacific Place, 600 Pine St. A powerful & intimate look at how popular pressures around gender & sexuality are shaping the lives of American teens. Tickets $8 advance, $10 at the door. www.safeschoolscoalition.org 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.

Boi Time. 2:30-4pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. Ongoing support group for Trans males who desire recovery from drugs or alcohol. Not a 12-step format but 12 steppers are welcome! www. dunsheehouse.org Daring Divorced Divas. 3-5pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Sunday. A support group for Lesbian women dealing with divorce, separation & transformation. To attend this group please contact the facilitator at daringdivorceddivas@yahoo.com Syttende Mai/”Syttende Gay” Celebration. 3-6pm.

The BelMar, 5449 Ballard Ave NW. Watch the Ballard Syttende Mai parade which draws over 15,000 people. $10 VIP pass includes access to patio & upstairs. $2 of each VIP pass will be donated to the Nordic Heritage Museum. RSVP at www.kwanchai.net La Movida. 4-5pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Cada Domingo. Una junta bilingue para la comunidad GLBTQ en recuperacion de adicciones. Para mas informacion visita entrehermanos.org o llame 322-7700.

Orca Swim Team Workout. Sun: 5-6:15pm; Mon/ Weds/Thurs: 7:30-8:45pm; Fri: 7-8:15pm. Seattle

University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. Every Sun, Mon, Wed, Thursday & Friday.

Orca Swim Team workouts are for both competitive & recreational swimmers. www.orcaswimteam.org 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 Mizz Gay Cheerleader Cheer-Off Contest. 6-9:30pm.

Kaladi Brothers Coffee, 511 E Pike St. Join Seattle SNAP (Sober Now & Proud) for their first season sponsor night. Come out & support ECSA’s first & only Recovery softball team. Features a drag cheer-off contest. Suggested donation $5.

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.

Dos Fallopia: Deja Poo (5/14-5/17). 7:30pm. Theatre Off Jackson, 409 7th Ave S. Stars Peggy Platt & Lisa Koch with DJ Gommels. Classic comedy sketches, four nights only. Tickets $13-$20. www.brownpaper tickets.com Charity Drag Bingo. 8-11pm. Cafe Metropolitain, 1701 E. Olive Way. Play bingo, win cash & prizes, benefit local GLBT charities. Hosted by Giggles Galore. $5.

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

MONDAY - May 18

HIV Vaccine Awareness Day. www.bethegeneration. org Homeless Services for Youth, Ages 14-22. 1-4pm.

Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday.

Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth.

For information visit www.strengthoverspeed.org Seattle Women’s Commission Meeting. 5:30-8pm.

Municipal Bldg, 600 4th Ave Rm 221. Meets 3rd Monday each month (except December). SWC is a 20-member volunteer advisory board that advises the Mayor, City Council, & all City of Seattle departments on matters concerning women & women’s rights.

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May 16 thru May 24 Meetings open to the public. 684-4537.

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 knead2feelgood@ yahoo.com Positively Mondays. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. An informal social & discussion group for men with HIV or AIDS. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org Sex, Dating & Relationships. 6-7pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org Two-Spirit People & Allies Community Meeting.

6-8pm. Lifelong AIDS Alliance Conference Room, 1002 E Seneca St. We are looking to re-establish a group that will meet the needs of our community, but also provide outreach to the greater Native community. Please bring your ideas, thoughts, hopes & effort to make this group successful again. This will be a potluck, so if you can bring food/drink, great! If not. come anyway. We want you. seattletwospirit@hotmail.com WaterWomen Swim. 6:30-7:30pm. Fircrest Pool, 15th NE & NE 155th St. Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday.

For fat, fat-friendly & differently-abled women of all sexual orientations. Easy access pool with warmer water and room for both lap lanes & free swim. Large therapy pool with jets usually at 95-97 degrees F. Cost: $4. www.seafattle.org/waterwomen.html; waterwomenswim@aol.com; 789-1267.

Catholic Parents Support Group. 7pm. St Benedict’s Parish Center, 1805 N 49th St. Meets 3rd Monday each month. This is a drop-in peer support group for parents, family members & friends of GLBT persons.

(425) 462-9411, 542-2549.

Freely Speaking Toastmasters. 7pm. Group Health, 200 15th E. Every Monday (except holidays & the last Mondays in August & December). Seattle’s only Gay & Lesbian speaking club. Please check website for current room information: www.toastmasterspride.org Gay City Chatroom: Comrades. 7pm. 511 E Pike St. What can you figure out about a guy from the company he keeps? What is cameraderie? How & where do you meet folks to cultivate new friendships?

Bring your motley crew of friends (str8 to Queer, bois to girls) & celebrate your love for one another at this lively discussion. www.gaycity.org Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

PFLAG/Bremerton Monthly Meeting. 7pm. St Paul’s Episcopal Church, 700 Callahan Dr, Bremerton. Meets 3rd Monday each month. PFLAG/Puget Sound: 3257724.

PFLAG/Everett Monthly Meeting. 7pm. First Congregational Church of Everett, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Meets 3rd Monday each month. PFLAG/Puget Sound: 325-7724.

PFLAG/Wenatchee Area Weekly Meeting. 7pm.

Trinity Methodist Church, 850 N James Ave, East Wenatchee. Every Monday (including any & all holidays). PFLAG/Puget Sound: 325-7724.

Rebel Reading Circle. 7-8:30pm. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. Meets 1st & 3rd Mondays.

Share ideas as you study Viva la Raza: A History of Chicano Identity & Resistance by Yolanda Alaniz & Megan Cornish. FREE. Sponsored by the Freedom Socialist Party. 722-2453. www.socialism.com Lambert House Art Night. 7:15-8:45pm. 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Bring your ideas & let’s have some fun. 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org

TUESDAY - May 19

Simply Positive. 2:30-4pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Ongoing drop-in support & social group for anyone HIV/AIDS positive. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org.

Safe Schools Coalition Monthly Meeting. 3-5pm.

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

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

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

Seattle Young People’s Project Education Justice Campaign. 4-6pm. SYPP, 2820 E Cherry St. SYPP is a youth-led group seeking social justice & youth liberation. The Education Justice Campaign is an effort to address the injustices that take place in our schools.

860-9606, www.sypp.org Family of Choice. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Tuesday. Weekly drop-in group for LBTQ women to cultivate community in their lives. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org.

Hepatitis C Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 6pm.

FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for anyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender, who is living with Hepatitis C. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org

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Seattle Police Department Sexual Minorities Community Advisory Council Monthly Meeting. 6-8pm.

Pacific Gender Support, 1812 E Madison St. Meets 3rd Tuesday most months. An opportunity for the GLBT community to speak openly with the SPD to dialog on public safety issues, plan officer training on sexualminority topics, suggest ways to improve communications & procedures, explore protection strategies to minimize Gay-bashing incidents, & address other related concerns. www.kim.bogucki@seattle.gov Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. Seattle Counseling Service, 1216 Pine St. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. For information visit www.strengthover speed.org Diverse Harmony. 6:30-9pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Meets every Tuesday.

Diverse Harmony is the nation’s first Gay/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus. Youths 13-22 are welcome regardless of sexual orientation. www.diverseharmony.org Gay/Bi Prostate Cancer Group. 6:30-8pm. Gilda’s Club, 1400 Broadway. Meets 3rd Tuesday each month.

For Gay & Bi men diagnosed with prostate cancer. A safe space for emotional support on issues of treatment, sexuality, relationships & topics specific to Gay/ Bi men. FREE. 709-1400, www.gildasclubseattle.org Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Madison Beach House. Every Tuesday. 3 mile flat walk & run.

Dog walkers welcome. (See Saturday at 9am.)

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

Meadowbrook Playfield, 10533 35th Ave NE (tennis courts at 32nd Ave NE). Every Tuesday & Thursday thru Sept. STA is Seattle’s premier Gay & Lesbian tennis club. $3 for members & first-time guests, $5 for returning guests. www.teamseattle.org/sta Country Western Dancing - Two-Step Lessons.

Beginners 7-8pm, Intermediate 8-9pm. Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave E. Lessons will build on the moves & techniques taught the prior week.

Lessons are open to all regardless of age, gender or gender identity, body type & skill level. No partner required. Cost: $60 for 6-week series. www.raincountry dance.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. For information & location call Dennis, 363-4500 or differentdrummers@ 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. Sandra Jo, 328-4895.

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

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

Spiritual Empowerment. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. A group for all LGBT & friends of any spiritual belief to explore how spiritual practice can enrich their life. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunshee house.org Tuesday Night Sex Addicts Anonymous. 7:30-9pm.

Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St. GLBTQ supported. Meets every Tuesday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women whose primary purpose is to stop addictive sexual behavior & help others recover from sexual addiction. Seattle SAA Hotline 781-4490. SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191.

Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. GLBT & GLBT-friendly co-ed water polo team is open to all who want to play. Beginners & experienced players welcome. Check our website for up to the minute details, or call the Otter Hotline 217-9271, ext 3. www.otterpolo.com.

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THURSDAY - May 21

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

Pierce County AIDS Foundation, 625 Commerce, Ste 10, Tacoma. Meets 1st & 3rd Wednesday each month.

(253) 383-2565.

InsideOut - A Support Group for GLBTQ Youth Ages 13-18 in Shoreline. 3:30-5pm. Center for Human Services, 17018 15th Ave NE, Room 230, Shoreline. Every Wednesday. InsideOut is a group for LGBTQ Youth to develop positive self-identities in a professional & supportive environment. 362-7282 ext 242. Sponsored by the Center for Human Services.

Bill Fletcher Jr: “Building a Labor Movement With Change We Can Believe In.” 5pm. Seattle Labor Temple, 2800 1st Ave. African American labor activist Bill Fletcher Jr discusses the labor movement & his latest book “Solidarity Divided.” Sponsored by the ML King County Labor Council, AFGE 11th District, AFGE 3937 & UW Harry Bridges Center. FREE. Speed, Sex & Sanity. 5-7pm. Gay City Health Project, 511 E Pike St. Meets every Wednesday. A drop-in informational & educational night for Gay & Bi men, friends & family. Activities include social events, lecture series & brainstorming sessions. A program of Project NEON & Gay City. For more information, 323-1768, www.crystalneon.org, www.gaycity.org Snohomish Gay Men’s Task Force Dinner & Planning Meeting. Dinner 5:30pm. Banya Bistro, 2814 Colby Ave, Everett. Meeting 7pm. Rucker Bldg, 3020 Rucker St, Room 309, Everett.

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 Pierce County AIDS Foundation New Volunteer Orientation in Tacoma. 6-8pm. PCAF, Old City Hall, 625 Commerce St, Ste 10, Tacoma. Meets 3rd Wednesday each month. PCAF is seeking volunteers to provide practical & emotional support services for clients, assist with administrative needs, & plan & work at special events. More info & to receive application, call Colleen at (253) 383-2565 ext 206.

Seattle Gay & Lesbian Book Club. 6pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Come & discuss the best Gay novels with us. Join other booklovers in a safe, comfortable conversation. Come only once or come to every meeting. For info, call 322-2437; nickdimartin@earthlink.net Transgender Youth Support Group. 6-7:30pm.

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

WaterWomen Swim. 6:30-7:30pm. Fircrest Pool, 15th NE & NE 155th St. Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday.

For fat, fat-friendly & differently-abled women of all sexual orientations. (See Monday listing at 6:30pm.)

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.

No fee, donations welcome. 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 Red Cedar Circle. 7-9pm. Interfaith Community Church, 1763 NW 62nd St. Every Wednesday. Songs, dances, teachings & ceremonies of the Pacific Northwest Coast spiritual tradition & culture called SiSiWiss (Scared Breath). Open to all people. 312-6181, www. johnnymoses.com Seattle Movie Bears Movie Night. Check website for details. Every Wednesday night. Gay & Bi men enjoy

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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.

Country Western Dancing. Lesson 8:30-9pm, Open Dancing 9-10:30pm. The Cuff, 1533 13th Ave. Dance lesson by donation. No partner required. www.raincountrydance.org

a movie at a local theater with opportunity to socialize before & after movies. More info: http://groups.yahoo. com/group/seattlemoviebears; or e-mail: seattlemoviebears-subscribe@yahoogroups.com HIV-Negative Gay & Bi Men. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. This emotional support group provides a forum for HIV- Gay & Bi men to share strategies for staying negative; to explore issues related to being HIV-; & to look at how to find meaning, purpose & lives worth living in the midst of HIV/AIDS. Please speak with the facilitator before attending. Call Scott at 725-2488. www.dunsheehouse.org HIV+ Support Group. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 7:30pm. FREE peer-facilitated emotional support group for HIV+ men.

For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.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.)

Progress - A Recovery Group. 7:30-8:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Wednesday. A new group for LGBTQ folks in recovery from substance abuse to explore themselves thru spoken & written word. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org; www.shiftrecovery.org Queer Young Females Group - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 22 & Under. 7:30-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Wednesday. QYF is a confidential group for Queer & questioning women ages 22 & under to talk about dating, relationships, coming out - you name it - in a fun, laid back environment. Join your co-facilitators weekly & start making connections. 322-2515, www. lamberthouse.org Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett. 7:30-9pm. First Congregational Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. Confidential, informal group for people of all gender identities & expressions including butch dykes, cross dressers, TV, TS & feminine men. (360) 671-3358; www.washingtongenderalliance.com.

AA Sober & Free Group. 8-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. LGBTQ friendly meeting of AA. www. dunsheehouse.org 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

Alcoholics Anonymous “Sober & Safe Group.”

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

BABES Women’s Support Group/Lunch Meeting.

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

Strength Over Speed. 2-3:30pm. Harborview’s Madison Clinic, Ground Floor, West Wing, 325 9th Ave. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12 step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www. strengthoverspeed.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm.

Call for location & details. Every Thursday. (253) 6712838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org Q Hour. 4:30-5:30pm. Orion Center, 1828 Yale Ave. 1st & 3rd Thursday of every month. A group for LGBTQ youth 13-21 & their allies. Sponsored by Youthcare.

FREE. 622-5555 x 212.

GSBA Connecting Women Affinity Group. 5:307:30pm. Bass Framing Studio, 2703 E Madison St. Monthly presentations plus ample time to network.

GSBA members $5, non-members $10. To REGISTER visit www.thegsba.org Spectrum Natural Health. 5:30-8:30pm. Country Doctor Community Health Clinic, 500 19th Ave E. Every Thursday. Spectrum Natural Health offers primary & naturopathic care for the LGBTQ community. Providers have been serving the LGBTQ community for years.

Sliding scale, no one turned away. For info or appointment, call 299-1600. www.cdchc.org Write Your Heart Out - A Queer Youth & Allies Writing Group. 5:30-6:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Thursday. We all have a story to tell.

What is yours? Write Your Heart Out is a safe place for queer youth & allies 22 & under to explore one’s self thru the written word. Fiction, non-fiction & poetry will be encouraged & supported. 322-2515, www. lambert house.org Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA). 6-7pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E, Room 2. Meets every Thursday. This is a weekly 12-step group open to anyone dealing with dual recovery issues. For info, call 3222437; www.dunsheehouse.org B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group). 6:30-8pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. Sponsored by Youth Eastside Services, which offers many programs for GLBT youth. (425) 747-4937.

Queer Parent Networking Dinner. 6:30-8:30pm.

Harry Thomas Community Center in Holly Park, 7315 39th Ave S. Meets 3rd Thursday each month. Join us for a monthly dinner, meet other LGBT families & talk about the parenting issues that affect your life. RSVP to Deann at 568-7777 or deann@nwnetwork.org Seattle Commission for Sexual Minorities. 6:308:30pm. Municipal Bldg, 600 4th Ave, Room 221.

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

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

Lower Woodland Park Courts 5, 6, 7 & 8. Every Tuesday & Thursday. STA is Seattle’s premier Gay & Lesbian tennis club. $2 for members & first-time guests, $5 for returning guests. www.teamseattle.org/sta Boys’ Group - For Male-Identified Youth, Ages 1422. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Support/discussion group meets every Thursday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22.

322-2515 ext 16. www.lamberthouse.org LGBT MS Support Group. 7-9pm. Group Health Clinic, 201 16th Ave E. Meets 3rd Thursday of every month. This group is open to members of the LGBT community & allies who have Multiple Sclerosis or are caregivers for people who have MS. We welcome people of all ages & stages of MS. For information, 234-1574.

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

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.

Pacific Gender Support Drop-In Meeting. 7-9pm.

1812 E Madison St, #204. Meets every Thursday. This is a drop-in group for all: CDs, TVs,TGs, TSs & all those concerned with Gender issues such as family, friends, employers, etc. Donations appreciated. 323-2162, www.pacificgender.org/support/ Rain City Jacks. 7-10pm. Eastlake neighborhood.

Meets 1st & 3rd Thursday and the last Sunday of every month. Event location & other details available by email or phone. RCJ is a friendly, sex-positive &

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non-profit private club. Membership is required to attend club events. Enrollment available online or at the door. Email rc@raincityjacks.org or call 339-JACK. Adult men only. www.raincityjacks.org Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 7pm. Bus-accessible Central Area location. Every Thursday. (See Saturday listing at 6pm.)

Gay Fathers Association of Seattle Support Group.

7:30-9pm. Group Health, 201 16th Ave E, Central Bldg, meeting room varies. Meets every Thursday. Support groups for Gay fathers & Gay men who are married & may or may not have children. For schedule, check http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/gayfathers seattle or drop in regardless of parental status to make initial contact. www.gfas.org Shifting Gears. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Ongoing drop-in support group (non 12-step) for anyone of any orientation or gender who desires recovery from drugs or alcohol. For info, call 322-2437; www.dunsheehouse.org Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. (See Tuesday listing at 8pm.)

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FRIDAY - May 22

Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm.

Call for location & details. Every Friday. (253) 6712838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org Strength Over Speed. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. FREE drop-in support group (not a 12-step) for Gay & Bi men who desire recovery from meth. www.strengthoverspeed.org Thrive. 6:30-8pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Friday. Peer-led skill building workshop for anyone dealing with substance abuse or other addictive behaviors. Registration is required to attend this group. For more info or to REGISTER go to thrivepeers@gmail.com WaterWomen Swim. 6:30-7:30pm. Fircrest Pool, 15th NE & NE 155th St. Every Monday, Wednesday, Friday.

For fat, fat-friendly & differently-abled women of all sexual orientations. (See Monday listing at 6:30pm.)

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Country Western Dancing. Lesson 7:15pm, Open Dancing 8:30-10:30pm. The Cuff, 1533 13th Ave. Dance lesson by donation. No partner required. www. raincountrydance.org Out Dancing. Lesson 7:30pm, Dance 8:30pm. Century Ballroom, 915 E Pine St. Gay night at the Century Ballroom, every 3rd & 4th Friday of the month. Dine & dance. Dinner reservations 324-7263. $5 dance lesson, $7 cover. www.centuryballroom.com Time for a Labor Resurgence! 7:30pm. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. Organizers from a crosssection of unions facing layoffs & take-backs during this economic crisis will share their perspectives & strategies for reigniting the labor movement. Door donation $3. Snack plates served for a $6 donation. Sponsored

by FSP. 722-2453. fspseattle@ mindspring.com The Alternative. 8-9:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Every Friday. Drop-in social/support group for young Gay & Bi men. Every second Friday of the month is Game Night for Gay/Bi men from 8pm-1am. www. dunsheehouse.org

SATURDAY - May 23

(See previous Saturday for ongoing activities.)

Snohomish Gay Men’s Task Force Book Discussion Group. 12:30pm. This month: The Mayor of Castro Street. For location & to RSVP call Mike at 709-4681.

Camp Ten Trees Dinner & Auction. 6-10pm. South Lake Union Naval Reserve Bldg, 860 Terry Ave N. Camp Ten Trees is a non-profit summer camp featuring a week for LGBTQ youth & their allies & a week for the children of LGBTQ families. Admission $65, includes dinner. To REGISTER visit www.camptentrees.org Entre Hermanos Latino Pageant. 6pm. Town Hall, 1119 8th Ave. 322-7700, www.entrehermanos.org

SUNDAY - May 24

(See previous Sunday for ongoing activities.)

TRASH. 4-8pm. Seattle Eagle, 314 E Pike St. Features Cathy Sorbo & her “Songs of Fifth Revue,” prize drawings, cage dancers & amazing DJs. $5 cover benefits Gay City.

Snohomish Gay Men’s Task Force Movie & Potluck. 6pm. For location & to RSVP call Paul at (360) 659-1030.

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

American Veterans for Equal Rights - www.aver. us Bellingham/Whatcom County - www.theslowlane. com/guide.html Bent Arts is the nation’s only non-profit Queer writing institute. info@bentwriting.com, www.bentwriting. 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.geocities.com/sbwn Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1900 E Madison St, offers a schedule of LGBTQ-supported 12-step meetings. For current schedule of meetings visit www.chacseattle.org or call 587-2838, 24/7.

DIFFA/Seattle (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS). 763-8885; www.diffa.org DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT: Crisis

Visit us online www.sgn.org

Clinic, 461-3222 (24 hour line); King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) - 24-hour crisis line for information, support, & medical & legal assistance: 1-888-99-VOICE; Northwest Network - support & advocacy for LGBT Survivors of Abuse & Dating Violence, 568-7777 (voice), 517-9670 (tty), www. nwnetwork.org; Pierce County Domestic Violence Helpline: Teresa, (253) 798-4166; Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities - offers on-going support groups for men: 323-1768; Seattle Police Dept Domestic Violence Unit, 684-0330; State Wide Domestic Violence Hot Line, 1-800-562-6025. In an emergency call 911. Report domestic violence and sexual assault.

Dunshee House (Home of SASG) offers 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. dunshee house.org Equal Rights Washington - 324-2570; www.equalrightswashington.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.

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.

Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle & the Olympic & Rainier Empire - www.imperialcourtofseattle.com Lifelong AIDS Alliance - 328-8979, www.lifelongaids alliance.org MEN: Gay City: 860-6969, www.gaycity.org; Knights of Malta: 329-0886, mailbox@jetchapterkofm.com; Mature Friends: Gay men & women 40 & over, www. maturefriends.org; Northwest Bears: 903-9288, www. nwbears.com; The Olympians: www.The Olympians. net; POZSeattle: www.pozseattle.org; Q-Squared: www.qsquared.org; Rain City Jacks: 339-JACK, www. raincityjacks.org, Romp Naked: www.romp naked.org; Seattle Gay Couples: www. seattlegay couples.org; Seattle Men in Leather: www.seattlemen inleather.

org; Seattle Prime Timers: Gay & Bi men 40 & over, 329-0793; www.seattle primetimers.org.

Multifaith Works - 324-1520; www.multifaith.org MUSIC: Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony.org; Rainbow City Band: 1-866-841-9139 ext 2126; rainbowcityband@onebox.com; www.rainbowcity band. com; Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus: 323-0750, www.flyinghouse. org; Sound Mosaic: 860-SLGC, www.slgc.org Northwest Rainbow Alliance for the Deaf - www. nwrad.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.familyworks. org; Gay Fathers’ Association of Seattle offers support groups & social activities: www.gfas. org; Maybe Baby, info@maybebabyseattle.org; 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)/Puget Sound: 325-7724, www.seattle-pflag. org, with directory of PFLAG chapters in Washington state; National PFLAG, www.pflag.org PEOPLE OF COLOR: Entre Hermanos, GLBT Latinos/as, 322-7700, www.entrehermanos.org; Ile LaiLai, 781-3565, iya@ilelailai.org; Long Yang Club, 264-4304; www.longyangclub.org/seattle; Men of All Colors & Cultures Together (MACCT), 932-8313, macctseattle@yahoo.com; NW Two-Spirit Society, SeattleTwoSpirit@hotmail.com; PFLAG/FOCUS (Families of Color United in Support), 325-7724; People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN), 322-7061; Sistah 2 Sistah, LBT women of African descent, 322-7061, 255-8951; Sojourner Truth Unity Fellowship Church, 723-9395; Trikone-Northwest, GLBT South Asians, (425) 985-4376, www.trikone-nw. org; Two-Spirit 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 meth-

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amphetamine use. 323-1768. www.crystalneon.org Public Health-Seattle & King County Online Comprehensive Health Information for Sexual Minorities: www.metrokc.gov/health/glbt Q Law: The GLBT Bar Association of WA - 6826711; www.q-law.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 Commission for Sexual Minorities - 6844503.

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

Seattle Police Department Sexual Minorities Community Advisory Council: kim.bogucki@seattle. gov Servicemembers Legal Defense Network - (202) 328-3244; www.sldn.org Shanti - 324-1520; www.multifaith.org/shanti/ Snohomish Health District HIV/AIDS Program provides free confidential/anonymous HIV counseling & testing 1-5pm Monday-Friday. (425) 339-5298.

SPORTS & RECREATION: Bent Car Guys: www. bentcarguys.org; Border Riders Motorcycle Club: 686-4176, www.borderriders.com; Cascade Flyers: www.cascadeflyers.org; Different Spokes Bicycle Club: www.differentspokes.org; Emerald City Softball Association: 938-7402, www.gayseattle softball. com; Ethyl Forever Car Club: http://Clubs. Hemmings.com/EthylForever CarClub/; Festival of the Babes: www.festivalofthebabes.com; Hiking Group: 632-5405; Jet City Hoops (Basketball): www. jetcityhoops.org; Olympic Yacht Club: www.oycnw. org; OutVentures: outdoor education & recreation activities, www.outventures.org; Pacific Northwest Gay Rodeo Association: www.pacificnw gra.org; Puddletown Squares: www.puddletown dancers. org; Rain Country: a country-western dance organization catering to the LGBTQ community but open to all, www.raincountrydance.org; Ski Buddies: www. skibuddies.org; Team Seattle Gay Sports Network is an umbrella organization for a wide range of local GLBT sports activities, 367-4064, www.team seattle. org; 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; Ingersoll Gender Center: 329-6651, www. ingersollcenter.org; Pacific Gender Support: 3232162, www.pacificgender.org; Washington Gender Alliance: (360) 445-2411, www.washington genderalliance.com WOMEN: BABES: support groups for HIV+ women.

720-5566, 1-888-292-1912; Festival of the Babes: www.festivalofthebabes.com; www.LesBeHealthy. org; Lesbians Over 40: 328-4895; 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. pnw lesbianarchives.org; RainshadowWomen: Rain shadowWomen@aol.com, http://rainshadow women.t ripod.com/; Tacoma Lesbian Concern (TLC): www. tacomalesbianconcern.org; WOWS: a fun, memberdriven social group for Lesbians, http://groups.yahoo. com/group/womenofwestseattle Yakima: First Fridays - (509) 576-0276. www.gayakima.com/1stfridays.html YOUTH: B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group): Youth Eastside Services offers many programs for GLBT youth, including B-GLAD, (425) 747-4937; Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony. org; GLBTQ Youth Suicide Prevention Program: 297-5922, ext 116; GLSEN/Washington State (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network) & Washington State GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Network: GLSEN works to create safe schools for LGBT students. As a program of GLSEN/WA, WA GSA Network supports youth-led GSA’s to fight harassment & homophobia in Washington state schools. 330-2099; www.glsenwa.org; www. wagsa.org. GLOBE (Gay, Lesbian, Open-Minded, & Bisexual Empowerment): a support group & HIV/STD prevention program for GLBTQ youth, ages14-20, in Everett, David/Brenda, (425) 263-2908, www.globeyouth.org; InsideOut: a support group for GLBTQ youth ages 13-18, in Shoreline. 362-7282 ext 242; Lambert House: an activities & resource center for LGBT youth, ages 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: 325-7724, www.seattle-pflag.org; Safe Schools Coalition: www.safeschools coalition.org; 632-0662 ext 49 (non-emergency), 1-888-99-VOICE (crisis line); Seattle Young People’s Project (Queer Youth Resource Board): 860-9606, www.sypp.org; Teen Link: 461-4922, 1-888-431-TEEN; YouthCare/ Orion Center: 622-5555; YouthCare/Isis Program (Transitional Living Home for LGBTQ Young Adults, 18-22): 522-8412.

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WANTED

_______________________________ CRISIS CLINIC CRISIS LINE needs volunteers. Provide anonymous and confidential support to people in emotional distress.

Professional training starts soon!

For more information, visit www. crisisclinic.org, or call 206-4613210 ext 697. SGN/ _______________________________ LAMBERT HOUSE Seattle’s LGBTQ youth center is currently seeking a volunteer graphic designer. This position requires experience working in graphic design at a professional level. For more information about this opportunity, please contact Katie@lamberthouse.org or call 206-322-2515 ext *814. SGN/ _______________________________ 19 19 computer tech

10 HOUSEMATES

10 housemates

_______________________________ HOMESHARING is a non-profit with 24 years of experience matching people seeking housing with homeowners residing within Seattle. Pay a reduced rent or exchange household chores. All applicants are carefully screened and matched for compatibility and mutual benefit.

3 references from tenants are required. Criminal background checks are performed on all participants. A program of Senior Services. 206-448-5725. www. seniorservices.org/ _______________________________ LARGE ROOM FOR RENT: in 1300 sq ft 2 BR home w/LARGE yard, W/D, Comcast cable internet/TV, and abundant parking. Too many amenities to list. $400/mo + utilities. No pets, no drugs. First/last and a $100 non-refundable cleaning deposit; references required. This is a quiet serene home. I own an Electric Bike and Trikke store (www. workoutwheels.com) and I’m a semi-pro gardener (among other commitments). I spend A LOT of time outside with my spoiled cat as she supervises my work. I am a single GWM and like it that way. Call Mark @ 206-653-0000 if you are looking for a DRAMA FREE zone. Shoreline CC is nearby as well as I-5 and two bus lines. 20/3 _______________________________ ROOM FOR RENT IN RENTON. Three Gay males are looking for a 4th to share a 5 BR house in Renton. The rent is $375/ mo plus a split of the utilities.

The room can be furnished or unfurnished and the house has W/D, D/W, cable TV, wireless internet and plenty of storage.

The house is located close to 2 park & rides plus dining, shopping and entertainment venues.

The house is non-smoking and please no pets. Please contact me at purenoir@hotmail.com to schedule an appointment to see the room or if you have further questions. 20/3 _______________________________ 11 for rent

11 FOR RENT

_______________________________ CAPITOL HILL Spectacular Views of Downtown, Space Needle and Sound.

Move-In Special. Call for Details.

Starting at $1500. Newer building with elevator. Large outside balconies. Beautiful 2 BR/2 BA. Extra-large master bedroom with own bath, huge walk-in closet, gourmet kitchen, full-size W/D, dishwasher, microwave timer cook oven/self-cleaning, frost-free refrigerator, double sinks, garbage disposal. Parking available. Cats welcome. Sorry, no dogs. Prime area - two blocks west of Broadway. 424 Belmont Ave. E., Seattle, WA 98102.

Join our family NOW. Great GF-Managers and Community.

206-709-1506. 20/3 _______________________________

ESCAPE THE DRAMA of the city.

Move out west, to West Seattle. 1 bedroom apts. starting at $775.

Willow Court Apartments. 206762-7884. 21/6 _______________________________ GREEN BELT Sound view home in West Seattle. 3 BR/2 BA, 2090 sq ft, single level. 1 mile south of Alki Point. $1,650. Contact Bob: rthomtxl@gmail.com. 22/3 _______________________________ LAKE UNION VIEW 2 BR apt on quiet dead-end street. 1900 8th Ave N. 1 block below Dexter Ave N. Close to Fremont district and South Lake Union area. $995. Call Calvin, 206-286-8496. 22/3 _______________________________

COMPUTER TECH

_______________________________ The NAKED Computer Man Business/Home. 30+ Years Experience. If it is broke, slow, or needs help, let me fix it. DATA Recovery, Internet, Networking, Hardware, and Software. Very PATIENT. Call Randy. CELL: 954-684-3829. Ask about photography. 52/52 _______________________________ 19 19 home & garden

HOME & GARDEN

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1605 12th Ave # 9 Seattle, WA 98122 (12th & Pine)

(206) 427 - 2192 Regence, Premera, Aetna

Uniform Medical, United, First Choice, L&I, PI and other insurances accepted

www.SeattleMassageGuy.com DEER DANCER HEALING ARTS Stressed? In pain? Feeling stuck in life? Learn more about your body and your emotions. Relaxation/Treatment massage.

Hellerwork and Bio-Shen. Dan Christofferson. LMP (206) 3234389 (Capitol Hill). Visit us online at www.deerdancerhealingarts. com. Now accepting VISA/MasterCard. SGN/ _______________________________

13 13 housing for sale

HOUSING FOR SALE

_______________________________ $599,000 Vintage Madison Valley 1909 Craftsman with old world charm intact. Grand foyer, staircase, French doors & formal rooms. 3 BR/1.5 BA, beautiful grounds w/fenced-in backyard and basement. Close to shops, restaurants & downtown. Lisa Murphy: 206-412-0072. Windermere Real Estate. http://leapinhome.vflyer.com/home/flyer/ home/2456657. 20/3 _______________________________ LIVE THE RESORT LIFE Want the feel of a house without the maintenance? This very private and quiet ground floor condo looks across lush lawns into a greenbelt. Completely remodeled with beautiful hardwood floors, new W/D, newer hot water tank, updated kitchen and bathrooms, your own patio extends onto the lawn. 2 BR/1.5 BA, walk-in closet. Fab, serene window seat looks into green belt. Opposite Park & Ride, commuting to downtown or Eastside is a breeze. Walk to five surrounding parks. In-ground pool, hottub and clubhouse.

Live the resort life-style. Deeded parking, storage, pets welcome!

Doesn’t get any better than this.

Low, low price. $199,950. Strong HOA. Call Jillian Roberts at 206-817-7793 for tour or your agent. 22/3 _______________________________

15 15 employment wanted

employment WANTED

_______________________________ APPRENTICE AVAILABLE RU self-employed or have cashflow, mail order, internet business? I’m looking to gain experience. Can help pick up slack and expand your current business opportunities. I have sales & marketing educational background. I’m a congenial, inquisitive, thorough person. Dave, 206781-5888, scorpmahn@yahoo. com. 21/3 _______________________________ JOB WANTED! Experienced in childcare, janitor, dishwashing, housekeeping/sitting, thrift store, pet care. I’m a quick study. email bseagle@hotmail.com or phone 206-988-0269. 20/3 _______________________________ SEEKING PERMANENT/FT POSITION. M, 52, laid off after nearly 9 yrs. Exp. in: warehouse, forklift, delivery (non CDL), janitorial, cashier, production/assembly.

Drug-free, teachable, good references. Chris @ 206/763-3721.

19/1 _______________________________

MASSAGE ANYONE? Jesse James Massage, 206-3694598, handsonjesse.com SGN/ _______________________________

19 pet care

19 PET CARE

_______________________________ GAY DOG WALKING (Never met a dog that didn’t like me!) First walk free. Reasonable hourly, weekly, monthly rates.

WA business license. Please leave msg @ 206-322-1207. 22/4 _______________________________ 19 spa

19 SPA

_______________________________ 3RD HEART Men’s Spa is now open in Renton. visit www.3rdheart. com and see what’s new for men.

Call 206-979-1547 for your appointment. SGN/ _______________________________

21 21 licensed LICENSED massage MASSAGE non-sexual

- NON-SEXUAL _______________________________

ENJOY A SOOTHING MASSAGE Restore a sense of well-being with a Swedish, Esalen and deep tissue massage. Capitol Hill location. Jeff, LMP. 206-650-0542. www.broadwaymassage.com.

SGN/ _______________________________

_______________________________ FREE COMMUNITY COLLEGE TRAINING for eligible Seattle residents interested in becoming an Office Tech, Welder, Construction Worker, Auto Tech, or CNA. Program orientation every Tues at 3pm at ACRS, 3639 Martin Luther King Jr Way S, Seattle, WA 98144, or call 206-695-7569 for more information. SGN/ _______________________________

May 15, 2009

EXCEPTIONAL BODYWORK Release muscle pain & tension through deep tissue, trigger point & myofascial release. Specializing in back, neck & shoulder pain.

Insurance accepted. Matt Shafer, LMP, 206-524-7766. 22/12 _______________________________

Better Than Sex! Strictly Relaxation Massage $60/Hour Just Swedish Style Massage

Therapeutic Treatment Massage $75/Hour

Hydrotherapy - Deep Tissue - Injury Recovery

MoonSong, LMP

27 TRAVEL

27 travel

_______________________________ ALYSON ADVENTURES Shouldn’t your next vacation be unforgettable? We specialize in adventure travel for Gay men and Lesbians. Call for a free catalog!

Alyson Adventures. 1-800-8259766. Please mention you saw their ad in the SGN. SGN/ _______________________________ TRAVELLING TO VANCOUVER, BC? Check out our short term chic urban accomodations at www.urbansuitedigs.com. Petfriendly. Rates start at $85/ night. 39/22 _______________________________ 36 escorts

free job training FREE JOB TRAINING

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THE MASSAGE GUY©

Lic # MA07381

17 17 volunteers wantedVOLUNTEERS

AWESOME & AFFORDABLE Full-body deep tissue Swedish Massage for fit men only. Evenings and weekends. Ed, 206985-8491. 23/6 _______________________________ DADDY BEAR I’ll give you one of the best bodywork sessions that you will crave.

Bi & Gay welcome. 12-9pm. 206328-5828. 22/3 _______________________________ EROTIC & SENSUAL MASSAGE...

For relaxation and full release of tension... Private and convenient location with ample parking. $75/hr. 206.225.0524. 21/3 _______________________________ FRENCH TOUCH BODYWORK Experienced, friendly European masseur w/a table and sensual hands. In/Out. Luke, 206-3232427. 20/3 _______________________________ FULL BODY SPORTS RUB Muscular Italian offers deep full body sports rub. $60/hr. Seattle outcalls only. Hotels OK. 206993-1333 pgr. 20/6 _______________________________ GREAT MASSAGE given by highly-trained, clean-cut, handsome guy. I have a clean, private studio just north of the UW. Call Matt, 206-774-9092. In calls/out calls/ hotels. 22/12 _______________________________

My Healing Touch Many Men Have Been Healed Since 1986

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_______________________________ EUROPEAN GUY Friendly, masculine, great smile, hung, total bottom, good-looking.

Luke, 206-323-2427. In/Out. 20/3 _______________________________ MMMMM... Mixed, attractive, 5’8”, 161, hairy body, 7-1/2 cut thick. 24 hr. by appointment only. Safe, fun, discreet - satisfaction guaranteed! *82 (206) 261-8481. 21/3 _______________________________

6’4” AND HUNG LIKE A

HORSE

updated gallery @ www.seattlehorse.com 206-300-0474 _______________________________

european fitness model

206.610.3271 License # MA6513

Michael 206-499-1767 Lic. No. 87093DC

HOT BODYWORK from young student. 206-290-2888. 21/3 _______________________________

INCALL/OUTCALL

or at your hotel. Experienced bodyworker, good-looking, nice body, nice manners. Guaranteed to make you feel better. Day or night. Call 206-310-3491. 20/3 _______________________________ SWEET SENSUAL BODYWORK! Sensual, therapeutic bodywork by good-looking, friendly, nonjudgmental guy on Capitol Hill with great hands and smile!

206-335-7670. Available 10ammidnight. 24/6 _______________________________ WATSU/SHIATSU = BLISS Experience watsu (water massage) and shiatsu (acupressure) in private beautiful Eastlake studio. Very fit therapists also offer 4-handed session. Richard, 206-370-0423. www.myspace. com/richardwatsu 20/3 _______________________________ 38 men

6’2” 220lbs 9.5” thick, bodywork, escort, very handsome, spanking, domination,WS, fetish, FF, leather, outcalls only 24/7 hotels welcome, Renato 206-251-6547 dream & fantasy come true

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_______________________________ S&M CLIPS - 2-DVD SET TWO-DVD SET W/60 CLIPS of shirtless male actors in bondage and S&M scenes. Please order the free annotated list of clips and the FAQ sheet, which includes instructions on how to order the set. Testimonials available. Complete confidentiality assured. bullwhipper@hotmail. com. 20/3 _______________________________ LOCAL BI COLLEGE TWINK Call 206-805-8888 Or call 1-800-777-8000 Free w/code 3083 www.interactivemale.com _______________________________ LONELY? DON’T BE! Call 206-424-4444. 18 plus.

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37 BODYWORK

37 bodywork

_______________________________ $60/1.5 HOUR BODYWORK Young, beefy, muscular Asian offering professional bodywork.

Safe, private, nice and warm apt., shower/parking available, 10 minutes from downtown. 206816-4868. SGN/ _______________________________ A FULL BODY RUB DOWN Great hands for relaxation and full release of tension. Clean and relaxing place with table. Clean white man. $50/hr. In call only.

Call 206-883-3848. 20/3 _______________________________ ASIAN (CHINESE/THAI) Young, muscular, 5’9”, 165, 28 y/o. Sensual/erotic bodywork.

Incalls in Renton or North Seattle; anywhere else outcalls. 206-7131459 or leave message. $100 Incall - $150 Outcall. 21/3 _______________________________

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PERFECT SHAVE

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

Shave & bodywork combos available. 206-310-3491. 20/3 _______________________________

RAIN CITY JACKS

A private, membership-only JO Club, RCJ hosts three group masturbation events every month in Seattle. Safe, hot, friendly and fun. Discounts available for students, military and couples. Adult men only. 206-339-JACK; www. raincityjacks.org. 22/6 _______________________________

Celebrating 36 Years!

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