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Dignity Celebrates 12th Year
By MARK KROBOTH
Dignity Cleveland, a chapter of the national Catholic organization, celebrated its twelfth anniversary Saturday, May 11, with a dinner-dance in Swingos, at the Statler. Over 90 people attended the celebration, which included a cocktail hour, sit-down dinner, and dancing.
While primarily a Catholic organization, Dignity is open to anyone who wants to join. Before he became involved with Dignity 5 years ago, Regional Director Nate Gruel (of Muncie, Indiana) was an active
Lutheran minister. He feels that being gay while maintaining his religious background is important. This feeling is a common bond among Dignity members.
Besides its religious functions, Dignity is also a social group. One of its newest members reported that he had left the Catholic Church when he acknowledged being gay but has since rejoined it through Dignity. He said, "The people involved are very social and outgoing. I get a good feeling from them.
Clockwise from upper left: Ray Chesnik, Jr., President Capie O'Donnell, Regional Director Nate Gruel, Dan Parks, Win Weiser, and Jim Gannon.
Dignity Cleveland President Cappie O'Donnell believes that her organizavica holds a special place in the Cleveland community, where there are many groups that focus on lesbians and gays. She noted, "Dignity Clévé-
Chinese Astrology
Year of the I Chou Ox 4684 The Summer Solstice arrives during the Fifth Moon. This will be the time that we will have to choose with what we will be affiliated; to what we will join and from what we are trying to escape. Be cerain during this time that you do not separate from that which gives your life meaning and substance. Do not deny your own reason for existence. You will be able to transform your world and perfect your path of life.
[To determine your sign, check for your year of birth at each sign entry.]
RAT
1900 -12 -24 -36 -48 -60 -72 -84
Many people will come to your assistance during this time. It's a time for you to bring your life into balance; no one can do it for you. Don't be preoccupied with mundane issues. It's time to take control.
OX
1901 -13 -25 -37 -49 -61 -73 -85
Control your strength and don't let others use you for their own furtherance: Interaction and involvement are key words for you during this time. Understand that you are maturing: recognize ulterior motives to avoid harm.
June 1985
ANDREW PETER BEEBE, PH.D.
PSYCHOLOGIST
2460 FAIRMOUNT BLVD. SUITE 323
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OHIO 44106
(216) 229-4290
SUMMER ART WALK
Fiorin
GALLERY
Saturday, June 8th, 12-8 p.m. Sunday, June 9th, 12-5 p.m.
DAVID BATZ
CERAMICS
2072 Murray Hill Road 721-5319
land is a spiritual outlet, a family. It serves as an alternative to what is often seen as the gay lifestyle."
Besides sponsoring social events, Dignity holds general membership meetings, with
By Jym Roe
liturgy, twice each month, rap groups, and a monthly Sunday liturgy. For more information about becoming involved, call 991-1129 or 791 0942.
The Fifth Moon--the Moon of Joining--18 June to 16 July, 1985
TTGER
1902 -14 -26 -38 -50 -62 -74
Being well organized will help you overcome any obstacles put in your path to slow you down. Be straightforward and honest in regard to the feelings of others. If you meet someone new, you may just want to give it å chance.
CAT
1903 -15 -27 -39 -51 -63 -75
Things will be in between: neither here nor there. Use this time to define just where you are going and when. You may also want to ask yourself: "Who am I? Who do I want to be?" This Moon will be a time for you to be cautious.
DRAGON
1904 -16 -28 -40 -52 -64 -76
It's time for you to use your hidden talents. Let other people know just what you can do: you could surprise even yourself. You will be able to get along better with others. Don't let past difficulties keep you from new adventures.
SNAKE
1905 -17 -29 -41 -53 -65 -77
Pay attention to your career and finances. Don't allow yourself to get bogged down in emotions. You have the ability to generate enough
steam to do the job: resolve the conflict with comes from inside. You can go far.
HORSE
1906 -18 -30 -42 -54 -66 -78
It will be easier to forgive and forget this month. Thian Giai, the star in the House of the Horse this month, will improve your general physiology. Don't overdo it. Take the time to reassure yourself, "things are better.
RAM
1907 -19 -31 -43 -55 -67 -79
Exercise caution if you travel during this time. Hold on to your money and don't use that expense account: staying in for an entertaining evening would be better. Avoid arguments with siblings: it can only lead to trouble.
MONKEY
1908 -20 -32 -44 -56 -68 -80
Don't hold on to grudges: once you let go of the hurt, your relationship will deepen. You have to learn to say (diplomatically) what's on your mind: don't keep it inside. It's time to be active: be encouraged to try more things.
COCK
1909 -21 -33 -45 -57 -69 -81
A little tact never hurt anyone: try it. The things you have said in the past will come back to haunt you: others will examine your veracity. Make amends now, before it's too late. You have a lot of ground to
cover.
DOG
1910 -22 -34 -46 -58 -70 -82 You need to develop some feelings toward others. If you choose to overcome your difficulties, you will have to learn to cooperate. You have to learn to look beneath the surface and find the good in everyone.
BOAR
1911 -23 -35 -47-59 -71 -83
It's time for you to reclaim lost territory. Don't give up without a fight. This season shows much promise. Eliminate the negativity which surrounds you and you will be able to clearly distinguish right from wrong.
For further information concerning Chinese Astrology or Western Tropical or Sidereal charts as well as Numerology, please feel free to contact Hym at (216) 631-8281. Other types of readings are available upon request (such as I Ching, Tarot and Sand). May you find Peacefulness and Serenity along your Way.