10 GAY PEOPLE'S CHRONICLE April 27, 2001 ***
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To list your non-profit group or club's events, send the date, time, location and contact phone to P.O. Box 5426, Cleveland, Ohio 44101, or fax to 216-6311052, or e-mail to calendars @chronohio.com. Each week's calendar shows events in the upcoming two weeks, plus selected later events. But it's never too early to send in a calendar item; listings for months into the future are posted on our web site, www.gaypeopleschronicle.com. Deadline for each week's calendar is noon on Thursday of the previous week.
Thursday to Saturday, April 26 to 28 LGBT Film and Video Series, fourth annual event, presented by the Wexner Center for the Arts, co-sponsored by OSU GLBT Student Services, information and tickets 614-292-3535. Thursday to Sunday, April 26 to 29
Gay and Lesbian Bridge Tournament, held by the International Association of Gay and Lesbian Bridge Clubs, Washington Plaza Hotel, Thomas Circle, Washington, DC, http:// www.bridgeblossom.com, lambdawdc
@hotmail.com.
Summer & Smoke, play by Tennessee Williams, Thurs-Sat 8 pm, Sun 3 pm, $12 general admission, $8 students and seniors, Cleveland Public Theatre, 6415 Detroit Ave, 216-631-2727.
Friday, April 27
Coffeehouse with Trans Pride, 7 pm, information available on transgender health issues, free food and beverages, Cleveland LesbianGay Center, 6600 Detroit Ave, 216-651-5428. Asian Pacific Heritage Month Kickoff Party, 10 pm, donation encouraged, cosponsored by Asians and Friends-Cleveland, Cocktails, 1009 S. Main St, Akron, 330-376-2625. Friday to Saturday, April 27 to May 19 Closer, British play on sexual politics, directed by Scott Plate, $11-18,8 pm Thurs-Sat, Sunday matinees vary, Dobama Theatre, 1846 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Hts, 216-932-6838.
Saturday, April 28
Fourth Annual Pride Dinner Dance, sponsored by Inside and Out! and the LGBO Office of Marshall University, $25 per person before April 22, $30 after, Four Seasons, 903 3rd Ave, Huntington, W.V., 304-696-6623, 304523-3121.
NEO Visions Annual Auction, to benefit gay and lesbian organizations, Hilton Akron, Quaker Square, Akron, RandR24@aol.com, 440582-1888.
Common Bond in Concert, from Washington D.C., $5, Lydia's, 1348 S. Arlington, Akron, 330-773-3001.
Diva Dazzle II, A Night of Divas to benefit AIDS Volunteers of Cincinnati, patron and sponsor reception 6 pm, dinner and entertainment 7 pm, $125, patron level $175, Omni Netherland Pavillion Caprice, Cincinnati, 513421-2437.
Black and Blue Party, fundraiser for Dayton Pride Partnership, 4 to 7:30 pm cookout for $5, 8 pm to close $3, fetish and uniform night 10pm, DJ's Saloon, 237 N. Main St, Dayton, 937223-7340.
Sunday, April 29
Community Chat Night, sponsored by Black and White Men Together, featuring Deb Sharp of the Cleveland Human Rights Campaign, 7 pm, Cleveland Lesbian-Gay Center, 6600 Detroit Ave, 216-651-5428, BWMT info 216226-3677.
Visioning the Akron Pride Center, public forum to decide the direction for the center in coming years, 3-7 pm, Akron Pride Center, 71 Adams St, 330-253-2220.
What Really Happened at Sodom? part of the Looking at the Bible Through LGBT Eyes
series, 7 pm, MCC at First Baptist Church of
Granville, 115 W. Broadway at the corner of Main, Granville (Columbus), 740-924-5083, risenregan@aol.com.
Call TODAY about reserving your ad space in the 2001 Gay People's Chronicle PRIDE GUIDE! 216.631.8646 or 800.426.5947
Tuesday to Sunday, May 1 to 27
The Vagina Monologues, play by lesbian writer Eve Ensler, Little Theater at the Music Hall, 500 Lakeside Ave, Cleveland; 216241-5555, 330-945-9400 in Akron, http://
www.ticketmaster.com.
Thursday to Saturday, May 3 to 5 Summer & Smoke, play by Tennessee Williams, 8 pm, $12 general admission, $8 students and seniors, Cleveland Public Theatre, 6415 Detroit Ave, 216-631-2727.
Friday, May 4
Soap Scum: The Next Generation, improv soap opera spoof, 11 pm, $5, Dobama's Night Kitchen, 1846 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, 216-932-3396, http://www.dobama.org, dobama@dobama.org.
Two Films by Robert Beavers, films seldom shown in the U.S. presented by gay experimental filmmaker Beavers: From the Notebook of... and Work Done, 9:45 pm, $7 or $5 for members, Cleveland Cinematheque, 11141 East Blvd, 216-421-7450.
Heritage Month Reception Kick-off, celebrating a month of events for Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, 7 pm, mini-film festival 8 pm, hosted by Asians and Friends Cleveland; Cleveland Lesbian-Gay Center, 6600 Detroit Ave, 216-651-5428.
North Coast Reflections Opening Reception, displaying the work of Lakewood artist Christine Marmatakis, live music and refreshments, 7:30 pm, A'Bella Gallery, 44 Front St, Berea (Cleveland), 440-239-7815.
Friday and Saturday, May 4 and 5
Corpus Christi by Terrence McNally, 8 pm, Roadhouse Theatre for Contemporary Art, 145 W. 11th St, Erie, Pa., 814-456-5656.
Saturday, May 5
Eighth Annual HRC Cleveland Dinner, grand reception, auction, dinner program, dance and party, AIDS Taskforce to receive Equality Award, $175; 800-494-8497, 440-779-6444, http:// www.hrc-cleveland.org.
Three Films by Gregory Markopoulos, presented by the Toledo native's partner Robert Beavers: Twice a Man, Ming Green and Bliss, rarely shown in the U.S., 9:15 pm, $7 or $5 for members; Cleveland Cinematheque, 11141 East Blvd, 216-421-7450.
Law and Order: Special Improv Unit, spoof of the television show, 11 pm, $5, Dobama's Night Kitchen, 1846 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, 216-932-3396, http://www.dobama.org, dobama@dobama.org.
NOCI Month of Memories Benefit, featuring a 50/50 raffle, 10 pm, Muggs, 3194 W. 25th St, Cleveland, 216-941-7825, http://
community.cleveland.com/cc/noci.
Racism and Homophobia, workshop sponsored by Out and Equal Workplace Advocates and National Association of Black and White Men Together, 8:30 am, lunch provided, registration required, Mount Auburn Presbyterian Church, 103 Wm. Howard Taft Rd, Cincinnati, 513-651-2500, lc3579@aol.com.
Cinco De Mayo Cookout, fundraiser for Dayton Pride Partnership, 2 pm, $5, Club Diva, 6303 Rip Rap Rd, Huber Heights (Dayton), 937275-3059, daytonpride2001@aol.com. Girth and Mirth Cleveland Potluck, 5:30 pm, member's home, 216-556-5137 for directions and to RSVP dish.
David and Jonathan, Ruth and Naomi, a look at homosexuality in the Bible, part of the Looking at the Bible Through LGBT Eyes series, 7 pm, MCC at First Baptist Church of Granville, 115 W. Broadway at the corner of Main, Granville (Columbus), 740-924-5083, risenregan@aol.com.
U Sing It Cabaret, fundraiser for Eternal Joy MCC, 8 pm, $5 suggested minimum donation, 2328 Kennedy Ave, Dayton, 937-254-2097.
Saturday and Sunday, May 5 and 6 "Notes of Courage: The Enduring Spirit of Women During World War II," Columbus Women's Chorus concert, 7:30 pm Sat., 3 pm Sun., $10 seniors and veterans, $12 advance, $15 door, Canzani Center, Columbus College of Art and Design, 614-878-3684.
Sunday, May 6
Soap Scum: The Next Generation, improv soap opera spoof, 8 pm, $5, Dobama's Night Kitchen, 1846 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, 216932-3396, http://www.dobama.org, dobama@dobama.org.
Station Road to Red Lock Hike, via the Buckeye
Trail, sponsored by Out and About Cleveland, 1 pm, Highlights of upcoming weeks
216-556-4832, clevelandoutdrs@aol.com.
NOCI Month of Memories Benefit, 6pm, Leather Stallion Saloon, 2205 St. Clair Ave, Cleveland, 216941-7825,http://community.cleveland.com/cc/noci. Out in Columbus Awards, benefit for Columbus AIDS Task Force, featuring emcee Mary Ann Brandt, performance by HIS Kings, doors open 7 pm, Axis Nightclub, 775 N. High St, Columbus, 614-298-8100, http://www.outincolumbus.com. AIDS Walk, Central Ohio Walks for Life, 11 am festival and registration, 1:30 opening ceremonies and warm-up, 2 pm step off, Bicentennial Park, Columbus, benefits 10 area AIDS agencies, jamessmith@catf.net, 614299-2437.
Tuesday, May 8
The Glop Throne, screening of film by Anthony Saladino, 7 pm, $10, Drexel Theater, 2256 E. Main St, Columbus, 614-231-9512.
Thursday, May 10
Pride Colors Panel Discussion, part of Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, 8 pm, Cleveland Lesbian-Gay Center, 6600 Detroit Ave, 216-651-5428.
Friday, May 11
Soap Scum: The Next Generation, improv soap opera spoof, 11 pm, $5, Dobama's Night Kitchen, 1846 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, 216-932-3396, http://www.dobama.org, dobama@dobama.org.
NOCI Benefit Night, featuring karaoke with Singin' Sandee, 50/50 raffle, 10pm, The Nickel, 4365 State Rd, Cleveland, 216-941-7825, http:/ /community.cleveland.com/cc/noci.
The Second Coming, a drag king reunion, benefit for Ohio AIDS Coalition, $5, larger donations appreciated, doors open at 8 pm, show at 9 pm, advance tickets through OAC 614-444-1683, Wall Street Nightclub, 144 N. Wall St, Columbus.
Rainbow Graduation/Karaoke Night, 7 pm, co-sponsored by OSU Alumni Association and GLBT Student Services, Longaberger Alumni House, 2200 Olentangy River Rd, Columbus, 614-292-6200.
Log Cabin Republicans Annual Dinner, second annual event featuring keynote speaker US Rep. Deborah Pryce, cocktail reception 5 pm, dinner 6:30 pm, $175, Capital Club, penthouse level of Huntington Tower, downtown Columbus, 614-265-7535, lcrcolumbus @aol.com, http://www.logcabincolumbus.org. Friday and Saturday, May 11 and 12 Corpus Christi, by Terrence McNally, 8 pm, Roadhouse Theatre for Contemporary Art, 145 W. 11th St, Erie, Pa., 814-456-5656.
Saturday, May 12
Law and Order: Special Improv Unit, spoof of the television show, 11 pm, $5, Dobama's Night Kitchen, 1846 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, 216-932-3396, http:// www.dobama.org, dobama@dobama.org. NOCI Month of Memories benefit, 10 pm, MJ's Place, 11633 Lorain Ave, Cleveland, 216-941-7825, http://community.cleve land.com/cc/noci.
Puttin' on the Ritz, glamorous benefit for Dobama Theatre, food, dancing, Mike Petrone Trio performs, group and corporate sponsorships available, 6:30 pm, tickets start at $75 per person, Rockefeller Building, 2479 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights, 216932-6838, http://www.dobama.org. The Other Prom, LGBT dance, sponsored by GLBTSS at OSU, 9:30 pm, $10, tickets available at Stonewall Columbus 614299-7764, Kaleidoscope 614-294-7886, Hillel Center, 46 E. 16th Ave, Columbus. Battle of the DJs, fundraiser for Dayton Pride Partnership, 10 pm, City Café, 121 Ludlow St, Dayton, 937-223-2582.
Sunday, May 13
Soap Scum: The Next Generation, improv soap opera spoof, 8 pm, $5, Dobama's Night Kitchen, 1846 Coventry Rd, Cleveland Heights, 216-932-3396, http://www.dobama.org, dobama@dobama.org.
Romans 1:26-27 in Context, part of the Looking at the Bible Through LGBT Eyes series, 7 pm, MCC at First Baptist Church of Granville, 115 W. Broadway at the corner of Main, Granville (Columbus), 740-924-5083, risenregan@aol.com.
For a detailed list of events extending months into the future, see our web site: www.gaypeopleschronicle.com
Monday and Tuesday, May 14 and 15
Leadership 2001 Conference, sponsored by the Ohio Department of Health and Ohio AIDS Coalition, featuring workshops, panel discussions, and presentations, free to first 400 preregistered applicants, lodging provided to those living with HIV and AIDS, Holiday Inn, Worthington (Columbus), 614-444-1683,800226-5554, oaconehope@aol.com.
Wednesday, May 16
AIDS Watch Ohio, lobbying instruction and action, all-day event in Columbus sponsored by Ohio AIDS Coalition, 614-444-1683. Friday to Sunday, May 18 to 20
National Conference on Gender and Lobby Day, presented by GenderPAC, featuring NOW president Patricia Ireland, group discounts and scholarships available, Washington Court Hotel, Washington, D.C., NCG@gpac.org, www.gpac.org/NCG, 202-462-6610. Wednesday to Monday, May 23 to 28
International Gay Bowling Tournament International Gay Bowling Organization, Columbus; Ed 614-882-6072 or Jeff 614235-5267,JFLT1112@webtv.net, IGBO2001
@aol.com, http://www.IGBO2001.org.
Saturday, June 2
Candlelight Vigil, kickoff of Dayton Pride, music and refreshments 7 pm, program with speakers and performances 8 pm, Courthouse Square, corner of Main and Third, Dayton, http://www.gaydayton.org,
daytonpride2001@aol.com, 937-275-3059.
Sunday, June 3
HRC Columbus Dinner, with special guest RuPaul, Hyatt Regency, http://www.hrccolumbus.org.
Sunday, June 10
Cincinnati Pride Parade and Festival, 11 am rally at Burnet Woods Gazebo in Clifton, stepoff 12 noon, festival 1 pm at Hoffner Park, 513766-2008 ext. 2098, 513-241-7003, http:// www.cincypride.com, info@cincypride.com.
Friday, June 15
A Matter of Pride Conference, seventh annual conference addressing LGBT issues in human services, organized by Amethyst, Inc./Women's Outreach for Women, BRAVO, Columbus Health Department and Stonewall Columbus, registration deadline June 1, Franklin County Veterans Memorial, 300 West Broad St, Columbus, registration and info 614-291-3639. Saturday, June 16
Cleveland Pride Parade and Festival, parade steps off from Cleveland State University, festival at Voinovich Park on Lake Erie downtown; 216-371-0214, http:// www.clevelandpride.org.
Stonewall Cincinnati Celebration, capping a week of Pride activities, Northern Kentucky Convention Center, http://www.stonewall cincinnati.org, 513-588-6338.
Dayton Pride Dinner and Expo, expo at 5 pm, dinner and program at 7 pm, featuring enfcee Tom Simmons, the Rubi Girls, Timothy McFeeley of NGLTF and others, Dayton Convention Center, corner of Fifth and Main, 937-429-1728.
Sunday, June 17
Pride Interfaith Service, with preacher Virginia Mollenkott, author of Is the Homosexual My Neighbor?,5:30 pm, Trinity Cathedral, E. 22nd St and Euclid Ave, Cleveland, 216-771-3630. Dayton Pride Picnic Celebration, 1 pm, featuring dunk tanks, food and beverages, artisan and business expo, games, DJ spinoff, Carillon Park, Patterson Blvd across from NCR, Dayton, 937-439-1728, radavis@dayton.net.
Saturday, June 23
Columbus Pride Parade and Festival, postparade festival at Bicentennial Park on the Scioto River downtown; 614-299-7764, http:/ /www.stonewall-columbus.org/pride/.