Volleyball Tournament

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By TODD URBAN

The North Coast Volleyball Invitational II, held Labor Day weekend was a smashing success for Cleveland. Four teen teams from the U.S. and Canada participated in the long weekend of volleyball and socializing.

The tournament was divided into A and B divisions. The first place trophy in the A division went to the team from Ithaca, New York. Orient Express out of Washing ton, D.C., was second, and the Cleveland Fremen (named after the sand warriors in "Dune") were third. In the B division, Columbus, Ohio, was first, Baltimore second, and Philadelphia third.

The tournament opened with registration and a full moon party at Keys Friday night. Over the Rainbow also hosted a welcome party.

Saturday's matches lasted until 7 p.m. Then the players were hosted at a banquet at Chaps, including a buffet dinner and show for over 200 people. Besides Jeff Frayer, who emceed as Madame, the show featured the talents of Melissa Ross, Katrice Phillips, Bobby Josephs, "Princess from Washington, and "Louise" from Ithacă.

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After pool play ended Sunday morning, the Cleveland Fremen were seeded #1 in the A division. Late Sunday afternoon there was a

Large crowd and a great deal of excitement when the Fremen met the Orient Express ent Express prevailed and in the semi-finals. The Oriadvanced to where they the finals, Ithaca.. succumbed to

By this time almost everyone was exhausted from playregained energy for the Suning and partying, but they day night awards ceremony aboard the Goodtime II. As tournament participants, if this were not enough, the their hosts, and V.B. groupies were all treated to a farewell prty at Keys and an After Cruise party at Chaps. On Monday the Club Body Center sponsored a Texas Barbecue for their members and all tournament participants.

All in all, the entire gay community of Cleveland pulled together to sponsor an event that will be remembered for a long time. The Greater Cleveland Volleyball Association's goal was to include as many people as possible and to promote the sport of competitive volleyball. These goals were met this year. The future goals of the GCVA include the expansion of the local community's participation. So, reserve next Labor Day now and get involved. The tournaments are a great new way to make friends, promote your community, and participate in a very rewarding experience. Thank you, CLEVELAND!

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December 15 BWMT-Cleveland and the Midwest Regional Discrimination Response System will sponsor à dance at the Civic, 3100 Mayfield, Cleveland Heights.

Entertainment will be provided by Bill Thomas, black star of La Cage aux Folles, who is donating his services, arranged through the good offices of Aubrey Werthein, director of the National Gay Task Force Violence Project. The dance will run from 7 p.m. to midnight. Admission is $5. See the December Chronicle for more details.

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A Bible-study and Rap Group has formed, meeting at the Gay Community Center, 2100 Fulton Road, every Sunday night at 7:30. It will be facilitated by a gay pastor. For more information, call the Gay/Lesbian Hotline, 651-7111 Thursday nights only..

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In April of this year, another group was formed for Gays and Lesbians in the Cleveland area. The group was not founded on the ideals of any particular religion, political stance or even as a social consciousness raising entity. It is a group that meets regularly so its members can be together and enjoy one another. A rather simplistic way of stating it, but H.UG.S. (Hope, Understanding, Giving, and Support) is basically just that.

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The mixed lesbian and gay group gathers on alternate Tuesday and Thursday evenings every other week. There is no particular goal yet) but each meeting is carefully planned. Discussion topics might include "What Does It Mean To Be Gay, or "Learning About Each Others Gay Experiences. Holiday social functions are also planned.

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Heretofore, the membership has been small--about 20 to 25. Invited guests, however, have doubled. It seems once people come for a visit-they stay.

For those looking for a stimulating evening of discussion about being Gay or Lesbian--H.V.G.S. is for you. Once again, meetings are held on alternating Tuesday and Thursday evenings at 8:00 in the Civic Educational Wing on Mayfield Road in Cleveland Heights. The next meeting is Thursday, November 7. Please bring $1.00 for rental of the space. Refreshments are provided and parking is free.

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