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A-14 GAY PEOPLE'S CHRONICLE Pride Guide 2008
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First Grace has an Open Door for all Coffeehouse marks its fifth year with varied entertainment
by Joni Christian
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Open Door Coffeehouse is celebrating its fifth year through its partnership with the Akron Area Pride Collective, to proclaim God's extravagant welcome to the LGBT and allied community.
Various visitors from the coffeehouse have come to First Grace, including some that have eventually become new members of the congregation. Also, Open Door has successfully offered a non-alcohol venue with some wonderful entertainment from the community, for all people, including
the LGBT community. This is not about religion.
Participants read poetry or short stories, while others share from personal experi-
Open Door Coffeehouse is celebrating its fifth year through a partnership with the Akron Area Pride Collective.
ences. There is karaoke projected on the wall with a large selection of songs to choose from. Participants also share funny and professional videos from on line and personally crafted. Organizers try to accommodate anyone whatever their venue or expertise.
In addition to the entertainment, there are always plenty of desserts and snacks. Coffee is provided by the Angel Falls Coffee Company of Akron.
The Open Door Coffeehouse meets on the third Saturday of the month at 7 pm at First Grace United Church of Christ, 350 South Portage Path, Akron. For more information, call 330-762-8469.
Joni Christian is an organizer of the Open Door Coffee House.
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Dayton chorus caps 5 years with 'Celebration of Colors'
by Jerry Kenney
Dayton-A performance five years in the making arrives at Dayton's beautiful Victoria Theater on Saturday, June 14, as the Dayton Gay Men's Chorus presents "Kaleidoscope: A Celebration of Colors" at 8:00 p.m.
Growing audiences representing all walks of life have propelled the chorus to greater musical excellence and larger venues since its 2003 founding. The 32-member choral group will mark the culmination of its fifth season with its most colorful concert yet.
"Kaleidoscope: A Celebration of Colors" is part of the Victoria Artist Series and is the chorus's contribution to Dayton's 2008 gay pride celebration. The colors theme represents the diversity of the gay community and the chorus audience.
Song selections include "Over the Rainbow," "Yellow Bird," "Mood Indigo," "Blue Moon," "Purple People Eater," "Rainbow Connection," "The Pink Panther" and many more.
Artistic Director Jason Schuler is proud of the chorus's progress.
"After a very successful concert this spring and a repertoire that pushed us farther than we have gone before musically, this upcoming concert at the Victoria is a very exciting challenge and also a lot of fun," he said.
A sign language interpreter will accompany the chorus. Tickets are $15 from chorus members or at the door. Major credit cards will be accepted. For more information, go to www.daytongaymens chorus.com.
Jerry Kenney is the president of the Dayton Gay Men's Chorus.
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