SEPTEMBER 16, 1994 GAY PEOPLE'S CHRONICLE

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CHARLIE'S CALENDAR

Friday, September 16

Tom Gathman: The Genesis of Energy, an exhibition of new paintings followed by a reception for the artist, 6 to 8 pm, Brenda Kroos Gallery, 1360 West 9th St., Cleveland, 621-1164.

Local Poets read their work, poetry readings by local poets Mary Weems and Heidi Sulzer; 7:00 pm at Gifts of Athena, 2199 Lee Rd., Cleveland Hts., 371-1937.

Friday and Saturday, September 16 and 17

See you at the Nickel! Help us celebrate our sixth anniversary. Food, prizes, DJ, Raffles and more. 4365 State Rd., Cleveland, 661-1314.

Saturday, September 17

Autumn in Tremont, walking tour of the Cleveland neighborhood, including some buildings not usually open to the public, begins at Our Lady of Mercy Church, 2427 West 11th St., 11 am-4 pm, with 3 pm concert at one site, $15, $11 seniors and groups, 575-0920.

Used Book Sale, proceeds from sale of donated books to benefit bookstore; 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm, Gifts of Athena, 2199 Lee Rd., Cleveland Hts., 371-1937.

Sunday, September 18

Run For Life, the first Cleveland Race For the Cure, a 5-kilometer race and one mile fitness walk to promote awareness of and education for the early detection of breast cancer, at Wade Oval in University Circle. For more information call 791-CURE (2873).

Thursday, September 22

Men in Touch, (see Sept. 15) a discussion group for gay and bi men on intimacy, sexuality, and self-esteem, starts a new 7-week session. All backgrounds, colors, ages, and experiences welcome; call Jan at 621-0766 for more information. HIV Positive Survey; Looking for HIV positive people interested in creating a survey on how AIDS service agencies in Cleveland are doing. Bring your ideas to the Living Room, 1410 West 29th St., 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm, or call Mike at 221-3018.

Friday, September 23

Polish up those boots. Country western dancing with the Rainbow Wranglers, live entertainment; U4ia, 10630 Berea Rd., Cleveland, 9:30 pm, 631-7111.

Saturday, September 24

Reverse Raffle and Dinner sponsored by the Clear Mind softball team, $25 donation includes dinner, open bar, and a chance at $500 first prize, West Park Slovenian Home, 4583 West 130th St., Cleveland; bar opens 6 pm, dinner at 7:30, raffle at 8:30; call 892-0886 for tickets.

Ethnic Dinner; with HUGS East at Lu Tucci's, 7:00 pm. Call 974-8909 for more information.

Best of the Best Billiards Tournament. Come join the fun or cheer on your favorites. Games start at 7:00 P.M. 5¢ Decision, 4365 State Rd., Cleveland, 661-1314.

Sunday, September 25

Step in the Right Direction. Fourth annual AIDS pledge walk steps off from Edgewater Park lower level at 1 pm. The Tree of Hope, a newly-planted tribute to those living with or lost to AIDS, will be dedicated before stepoff, 622-7788.

SOAR meeting for all women of color; 2 pm to 4 pm. Call Peggi at 651-7649 for location. Theatre Benefit for Gifts of Athena; performance of Escape from Happiness at Dobama

Theatre, 1846 Coventry Road, Cleveland Hts. Reception at 6:00 pm, performance at 7:30 pm; tickets available in advance at Gifts of Athena for $15.00; 371-1937.

Tuesday, September 27

Remembering our Proud Past. HOMES sponsors "Great Moments in Gay Cleveland's History" with special guest Emmett Vicars of GLOWS (Gay Lesbian Older Wiser Seniors). Cleveland Lesbian Gay Center, 1418 W. 29th Street, 7:30 pm, 522-1999. Respond to Anti-Gay Violence. Volunteers interested in restarting the Maryann Finegan Anti-Gay Violence Program will meet at the Cleveland Lesbian Gay Center, 1418 W.29th St., 7:00 pm, 522-1999 or 861-5454.

Thursday, September 29

Potluck meeting with the Northeast Ohio Greens, 7 pm., 1519 Crest Rd., Cleveland Heights. Discussion will cover implementing a barter system and alternative currency for Cuyahoga County. Bring food and drink with plate and cutlery. For more information, call David Ellison at 631-0557.

Book Reading at Gifts of Athena; Author Wakako Yamauchi, reading from Songs My Mother Taught Me; 7:00 pm at the bookstore, no charge.

Saturday, October 1

Gourmet Spaghetti Dinner, fine dining in candlelight, silver, and flowers; fundraiser for HUGS East, at East Shore Unitarian Church (once a millionaire's country estate) 8181 Center St., Mentor; 7:00 pm, $25.00, 974-8909.

Singing Sisters Perform; Windsong Womyn's Ensemble sing at the To Tell the TruthSpeak Out Ohio! event at the University of Akron. Call Diane, 867-5467 or Gayle, 921-7328 for more information.

Sunday, October 2

Gay and Lesbian Community Hayride, eighth annual event sponsored by Cleveland Couples Together, features barn dance with the Cleveland City Country Dancers, food, hot drinks (BYOB), and a free pumpkin, at Boyert's Farm in Medina (directions on ticket), 7pm. Advance tickets only, $15 at the Rec Room and Gifts of Athena; 734-7980. Monday, October 3 Romanovsky and Phillips in Canton. Singing duo known as the "gay Smothers Brothers" for their witty style, will perform as a benefit for St. Hope AIDS housing fund; Canton Players Guild, in the Cultural Center for the Arts, 1001 Market Ave. North, 7:30 pm, 453-7617.

Tuesday, October 4

The AIDS Cure Act: What is it? With special guest Joe Carroccio of ACT UP Cleveland. HOMES, the Cleveland Lesbian Gay Community Center, 1418 W. 29th St. 7:30 pm. Wednesday, October 5

Guest Speaker Night; Rev. Bruce M. Clary from East Shore Unitarian Universalist Church will speak, 7:00 pm at ESUUC, 8181 South Center St.(RT 615) in Mentor. Call 974-8909 for more information.

Friday, October 7 and Saturday, October 8

Out Loud Cultural and Business Expo, lesbian-gay expo at Pier 92 exhibition hall in New York City, 212-533-4913.

lors, Tuesday, October 11

National Coming Out Day. Take your next step.

Elections and Annual Meeting of the Cleveland Lesbian-Gay Center; nominations for board positions will be taken from the floor, 7 pm, 1418 West 29th St.; 522-1999. Saturday, October 15 Potluck with Bridges, publishers of the Erie Gay Community Newsleter. Bring a dish to pass and be prepared to share your ideas in an open discussion. Event to be held at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 New Perry Highway. For more information call Michael Mahler at 814-456-9833.

Friday, October 21 to Sunday, October 23

Daggin' Bitches go camping-Remote cabins, leatherdykes, woods. . . consider the possibilities! Out-of-town dykes strongly encouraged to attend, call 321-6295. Listings can now be sent by e-mail to: Chronohio@aol.com Calendar listings are free. To list your non-profit group or club's events, send the information including date, time, location, and contact phone—to the Chronicle, P.O. Box 5426, Cleveland, 44101, or fax to 216-631-1082, or e-mail to chronohio@aol.com. Listings received by the Tuesday after the Chronicle comes out (every other Friday) will be included in the next issue.

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