Calendar Listings from Saturday, March 19 to Sunday, March 27

TO GET A CALENDAR LISTING: To have your meeting or event considered for the Community Calendar, please mail, fax, or drop off details to: SGN, Attn: Community Calendar, 1605 12th Ave, Ste 31, Seattle, WA 98122. SGN phone: 324-4297. Fax: 322-7188. E-mail: sgn2@sgn.org. INCLUDE: Date, time, location, contact phone # for publication (if possible), brief description of event & sponsoring organization. DEADLINE: Wednesday at 6pm.

For a list of GLBT (Gay-Lesbian-Bisexual-Transgender) community organizations pick up a copy of the GSBA Guide & Directory available at neighborhood bars, bookstores, businesses & the SGN. The Greater Seattle Business Association is a networking organization that promotes & supports the GLBT business & professional community.

Following is a partial list of community organizations:

Aubrey’s Playroom. 60 minute internet talk show hosted by Aubrey Hart Sparks features diverse conversations for the Leather, Fetish, BDSM & Alternative Sexuality Communities. Available any time folks want to listen, with a new show each week. www.aubreysplayroom.com.

Bi Men Network, free worldwide social & support organization for bi & gay men. www.bimen.org; BiNet Seattle is a mixed gender, social group for Bisexuals, their partners & other Bi-friendly folks - www.binet seattle.org; Seattle Bisexual Men’s Union - www. binetseattle.org; Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network - 517-7767, www.geocities.com/sbwn.

Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1222 E Pine St (corner of 13th & E Pine St), offers an extensive schedule of AA, NA, SLAA, OA, & other related meetings serving the GLBT community. For details, call the Capitol Hill Alano Club at 322-9590 (lobby) or 860-9560 (office).

Domestic Violence (Same-Sex): Crisis Clinic, 461-3222 (24 hour line). King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) - 24-hour crisis line for information, support, & medical & legal assistance: 1-800-825-7273; The Northwest Network - support & advocacy for Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse & Dating Violence - formerly called AABL (Advocates for Abused & Battered Lesbians), 568-7777 (voice), 517-9670 (tty); Pierce County Domestic Violence Helpline: Teresa, 253-798-4166; Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities - offers on-going support groups for men: 323-1768, 323-0220, 800-527-7683; Seattle Police Dept Domestic Violence Unit, 684-0330; State Wide Domestic Violence Hot Line, 800-562-6025. In an emergency call 911. Report domestic violence!

Dunshee House (formerly SASG) offers free, facilitated & confidential support, discussion & skills groups & coordinates retreats, 1 to 1 peer mentoring & special events for Queer/LGBTQ individuals & communities & for those affected by HIV/AIDS. 322-2437, www.dunsheehouse.org.

Forty & Over: Elder Lesbian Initiative/RedDotGirls for Lesbians 40 & over - www.reddotgirls.org; 559-2992; Lesbians Over 40 - 328-4895; Mature Friends for Gay men & women 40 & over - 781-7724, http://maturefriends.org; Seattle Prime Timers for Gay & Bi men 40 & over - 329-0793.

Gay City offers an extensive program of events & activities for Gay & Bi men. Gay City Wellness Center offers anonymous & confidential HIV/STD testing. For information or to schedule an appointment, 860-6969. www.gaycity.org

GLBT Parenthood: Gay Fathers’ Association of Seattle, 324-4359, www.gfas.org; PFLAG/Puget Sound, 325-7724; Rainbow Families of Puget Sound, 1-866-896-1430, www.rainbowfamiliesps.org

Gay & Lesbian National Hotline (GLNH): 1-888-THE-GLNH (1-888-843-4564). Non-profit, peer-counseling, information & local resources telephone hotline for GLBT people across the country.

HIV/AIDS Program, Seattle/King County Dept of Public Health, provides confidential/anonymous information about & testing for HIV/AIDS. 205-7837. (For a comprehensive list of HIV/AIDS service organizations see the GSBA Guide or call Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 329-6923.)

Ingersoll Gender Center is a service agency for the Transsexual, Transvestite, & Transgender community offering support groups, referrals to therapists, publications, & trainings. Private consultation available. 329-6651; www.ingersollcenter.org.

King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) - 24-hour crisis line for information, support, & medical & legal assistance: 1-800-825-7273.

Kitsap County (Bainbridge Island, Bremerton & Kitsap Peninsula) - OUTKitsap, 360-373-6150; www.outkitsap.org; info@outkitsap.org, 360-830-4578; www.outkitsap.org/programs/women.htm

LGBT Community Center, 1115 E Pike St. 323-LGBT (5428), www.seattlelgbt.org

Musical Organizations: Rainbow City Band: 505-1553, ext 2172; rainbowcityband@onebox.com; www.rainbowcityband.org. Seattle Lesbian & Gay Chorus: 860-SLGC, www.slgc.org Seattle Men’s Chorus/Seattle Women’s Chorus: 323-0750.

People of Color Organizations: Asian Lesbian & Bisexual Alliance, PO Box 14232, Seattle 98114; Asian/Pacific AIDS Council, 467-0884; Brother to Brother, same gender loving men of African descent, 726-1600; Dragon Women, Queer Asian Women, dragonwomen@email.com; Entre Hermanos, GLBT Latinos/as, 322-7700; The HONESTY Project, peer-to-peer community support group for African American men on the “Down Low,” 551-5524, http://seattlehonestyproject.atspace.org; Long Yang Club, 264-4304; www.longyangclub.org/seattle; Men of All Colors & Cultures Together (MACCT), 333-0991; Northwest Two Spirits, GLBT Native Americans, 322-7061 ext 233; Ile Tawo Lona - Seattle Chapter, 781-3565, forcesofnature@mindspring.com; PFLAG/FOCUS (Families of Color United in Support), 325-7724; People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN), 322-7061; Queer & Asian, 606 Maynard Ave Ste 102, Seattle 98104; Sistah 2 Sistah, LBT women of African descent, 322-7061 ext 235; Trikone-Northwest, GLBT South Asians, 425-985-4376; Two-Spirit Society of Washington, GLBT Native Americans, 424-4661; TYGAMOS (The Young Gay Asian Men of Seattle), a project of ICHS, 467-0884 ext 3401.

Project NEON is a program of Seattle Counseling Service providing FREE information & services to gay & bi men to reduce health risks associated with methamphetimine use. 323-1768. www.crystalneon. org

Public Health-Seattle & King County Online Comprehensive Health Information for Sexual Minorities: www.metrokc.gov/health/glbt.

Queerfest Collective plans seasonal events creating a community of activists who support, challenge & sustain each other. seattle_queerfest@hotmail.com

Rainbow Center in Tacoma. A community of pride for the GLBT community in the Greater Pierce County. Info line & newsletter: 253-383-2318.

Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities is a community mental health service for GLBT persons & their families providing comprehensive mental health services on a slide scale. 323-1768.

Seattle Police Dept/LGBTQ Advisory Council: LGBTQliaisonofficer@seattle.gov

Seattle Treatment Education Project (STEP) E-zine is an electronic resource distributed to people affected by HIV/AIDS, case managers, front line workers & other health professionals. 329-4857 or 1-877-597-STEP; www.thebody.com/step/steppage.html

Team Seattle Gay Sports Network is an umbrella group for a wide range of local GLBT sports activities. 322-7769. www.teamseattle.org. Emerald City Softball Association: 938-7402, www.emeraldcitysoftball. org. Seattle Unified Bowling Association: 933-7844.

Triangle Recreation Camp at Bender Creek. Recreational camping for GLBT folks. Must be 21; ID required. trc@camptrc.org; www.camptrc.org; 1122 E Pike St #1069, Seattle 98122-3934.

Verbena provides health care, education & advocacy services for Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender women. Sliding fee scale; no one turned away due to inability to pay. 323-6540, www.verbenahealth.org; Sisters 4 Sisters is a neighborhood healthcare helpline offering info & referrals. 860-6304; BABES offers support groups for HIV+ women. 720-5566 or 888-292-1912; UW Breast Care & Cancer Research Center, www.uwbreastcare.com

Women’s Support Organizations: Dunshee House Programs for Queer/Bisexual/Lesbian Women & Gender-Queer/Transfolks: 322-2437. Seattle Women’s Network: 498-8811; www.geocities.com/seattlewomen. Sister Friends: 253-759-1900. S.Q.U.A.W. (Seattle Queer Urban Alliance for Women): www.seattlesquaw.org. Tacoma Lesbian Concern (TLC): 253-752-6724; www.tacomalesbian concern.org.

Youth Resources: Lambert House: 322-2515. www.lamberthouse.org (activities & resource center for GLBT youth, ages 14-22; mentors available to GLBT youth thru Lambert House); Queer Youth Rights: 860-9606 ext 3, queeryouthrights@yahoo. com; Safe Schools Coalition: www.safeschools coalition.org; www.safeschoolzine.org (youth), 632-0662 ext 49 (non-emergency), 1-888-307-9275 (intervention help, M-Th, 2-8pm); Seattle Young People’s Project: 860-9606; Teen Link: 461-4922, 1-888-431-TEEN; Youth Info Line: 547-7900; YouthCare/Orion Center: 622-5555.

NOTE: Phone numbers accompanying listings are within area code (206) & locations of meetings/events are in Seattle unless otherwise noted.

SATURDAY - March 19

Olympic Yacht Club Weekend Rendezvous at Brownsville (3/18-3/20). Call for details. OYC is a Gay & Lesbian yacht club for people who own boats of any size or type & for people who enjoy boating. 505-1558 ext 1391; olympicyachtclub@juno.com; www.oycnw. org.

Lifelong AIDS Alliance Care to Shop Food Drive on Vashon Island. 8am-6pm. 3rd Saturday each month. Beck’s Vashon Market, 17639 100th Ave SW & Thriftway, 9740 SW Bank Rd, Vashon. Each month non-perishable food items & personal care non-food items are collected for LAA’s food bank to help people with HIV/AIDS. Volunteers are needed for variable shifts at stores. 567-5161.

Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 9am. Greenlake (outside Evans Pool). Every Saturday. GLBT running & walking club sponsors weekly runs, monthly potlucks, track & field activity, annual Run With Pride. 923-1974; 448-8518. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

Elder Lesbian Initiative/RedDotGirls Saturday Walk at Green Lake. 10am. Tully’s Coffee, 7900 E Green Lake Dr N. Every Saturday. RedDot Girls is an intergenerational community development organization addressing issues of aging. 559-2992. www.reddotgirls .org.

Radical Faeries Coffee Klatch. 11am-1pm. Vivace, 901 E Denny Way. Every Saturday. Informal social get-together for Gay/Bi/Hetero men who seek friendship with heart connection. 366-2132. http://communities. msn.com/SeattlerADICALfAERIES

WaterWomen Swim. Sat: 11am-12 noon; Mon: 6:30-7:30pm; Wed: 6:30-7:30pm. Fircrest Pool, 15th NE & NE 155th St. Every Saturday, Monday, Wednesday. A womyn-only private swim which provides a safe space for fat women & their female allies who want to exercise, socialize & play in the water. $4 per session. waterwomenswim@aol.com.

Bring the Troops Home Now! Rally & March. 12noon. Seattle Center Fountain. Marks the 2nd anniversary of the US invasion & occupation of Iraq. Sponsored by the Church Council of Greater Seattle, International Socialist Organization, Seattle Gay News, Sound Nonviolent Opponents of War & Washington State Jobs With Justice. www.march19.info

PNW G/B/Q Longhairs Brunch. 2-4pm. Julia’s, 300 Broadway Ave E. Please join us for brunch! It’s always nice when longhaired folks gather & share smiles & break bread. Please RSVP by previous Friday, 309-0510.

Bi & Bi Mixed-Gender Social Group. 4-6pm. Vivace Roasteria, 901 E Denny Way. Meets 3rd Saturday each month. Social get-together for Bisexual men & women, their partners & other Bi-friendly folks. www.binet seattle.org.

Bowling with the Brothers. 6-9pm. Imperial lanes, 2101 22nd Ave S (just off Rainier Ave S). Meets 3rd Saturday each month. Come out & bowl with the brothers in lanes 19-24. Cost: $6 which includes 2 games plus shoe rental. More info: 726-1600. Sponsored by Brother to Brother, a social/support group for same gender loving men of African descent.

CookBoys. 6-8pm. Your favorite potluck is going strong in 2005, brought to you by Gay City Crew. If you’ve never been, what are you waiting for?! This month’s theme is “Rustic Food,” so bring your interesting & creative holiday dishes for everyone to enjoy. CookBoys is an all ages event.

Rainbow Duplicate Bridge. 6pm. Capitol Hill location. Meets every Saturday. Players of all abilities welcome to play with this GLBTQ duplicate bridge group in a fun laid-back atmosphere. 1st, 3rd, 5th Saturdays beginners only. 2nd, 4th Saturdays open to all. Bridge lessons also available. Cost: $5 fee includes soft drinks & snacks. For partners & to make reservations: Chris, 709-9331, chris@purpus.com

Trans & Genderqueer Support Group for Survivors. 6-8pm. Every week. For survivors of of sexual assault & domestic violence. For information & location, call the SafePlace crisis line, (360) 754-6300.

Capitol Hill Tennis Club. Call for exact time - schedule varies between 7pm & 9pm depending on availability of courts. Every Saturday at Seattle Tennis Center. $6 per session. This GLBT group has been meeting for the past 13 years! John, 725-3730.

Washington State Mr & Ms Leather Contest. Doors 6pm, Contest 7pm, Victory Party 10pm. The Cuff, 1533 13th Ave. This evening is also The Cuff’s anniversary celebration. $5 cover.

Puu-Puu Party. 8pm. Theatre Off Jackson, 409 7th Ave. Benefits Theatre Off Jackson’s renovation fund. Performers include Peggy Platt, Lisa Koch & the Pulp Vixens.

Sister to Sister. Doors 8pm, Show 9pm. Wildrose, 1021 E Pike St. A benefit for vrebena Clinic featuring the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence Abbey of St Joan. Raffle, drink specials, live DJ & a surprise wedding! Tickets $5.

SUNDAY - March 20

(For a comprehensive list of open & affirming churches, parishes, synagogues & other religious/spiritual organizations in the area contact Multifaith Works - 324-1520.)

Olympic Yacht Club Weekend Rendezvous at Brownsville (3/18-3/20). Call for details. (Related listing Saturday 3/19.) 505-1558 ext 1391; olympicyachtclub@juno.com; www.oycnw.org.

Seattle Unity Church. 8:15am & 11am-Sunday Services. 200 8th Ave N. 622-8475; www.seattleunity.org.

Center for Spiritual Living. Services 8:25, 9:45, 11:30am. 5801 Sand Point Way NE. Info 527-8801 ext 203, www.cslseattle.org

Hiking Group. 8:30am. Meet at SE corner of Terry Ave & Mercer St. Every Sunday (year-round - rain or shine) for day hikes. 632-5405. http://groups.yahoo. com/group/TheSeattleGayHikingGroup/

Wallingford United Methodist Church. 8:30am & 11am-Worship. 2115 N 42nd St. 547-6945 (office); 285-5077 (George).

Baha’i Prayer & Fellowship Circle. 10am. Pearl Warren Bldg, 606 12th Ave S. Meets the 3rd Sunday of every month. 391-2188.

Central Lutheran Church. 10am-Worship. 1710 11th Ave (just north of E Pine St). 322-7500.

Different Spokes Bicycle Ride. 10am. Call for rendezvous point & other details. Every Sunday. GLBT bicycle club schedules rides for bicyclists of all levels - easy, moderate, brisk, strenuous. Bicycle helmets are required for all rides. 264-5529.

East Shore Unitarian Church. 10am-Sunday Service. 12700 SE 32nd St, Bellevue. 425-747-3780.

Gay Men’s Bowling in Everett. 10am. Tyee Lanes, 914 N Broadway, Everett. Every Sunday. Spectator’s welcome. Eric, 425-339-5238. Sponsored by the Gay Men’s Task Force.

Gethsemane Lutheran Church. 10am-Worship. 911 Stewart St. 682-3620.

Seattle Sunday Bowlers. 10am. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW (at SW Oregon St). Open bowl every Sunday for the GLBT community & friends. You don’t have to worry about how you bowl! $4.25 + $1 shoe rental. 329-1515.

University Congregational United Church of Christ. 10:15am services. 4515 16th Ave NE. 524-2322; www.universityucc.org.

Living Water Fellowship. 10:30am - Worship. 16000 Mill Creek Blvd, Mill Creek. Pastor Susan George. (425) 337-5037, www.livingwaterwa.com

Grace Gospel Chapel. 11am - Worship. 2052 NW 64th St. 784-8495.

Dharma Buddies. 11am. 303 17th Ave E (corner of 17th Ave E & E Thomas St). Every Sunday. A Buddhist meditation & discission group for gay, bi & transgendered. Peer led. Instruction provided if needed. Eric, 709-2534. http://groups.yahoo.com/group/dharma_buddies

St Paul’s United Church of Christ. 11am-Worship. 6512 12th Ave NW. 783-6733; www.stpauluccseattle. com.

Trikone Northwest Monthly Support Meeting. 11am-1pm. LGBT Community Center, 1115 Pike St. 3rd Sunday every month. For South Asian queer-identified (lesbian, gay, bi, trans, intersex) or questioning individuals to gather together & get connected with each other’s lives & discuss issues that affect our queer South Asian identities or explorations. (425) 985-4376, www.trikone-northwest.org

Seattle Men in Leather/Mr & Ms Leather Awards Brunch. 12 noon. The Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave. $5 continental breakfast includes fruit, pastries coffee & juice.

Seattle Volleyball Club. 12noon-5pm. Ingraham High School, 1819 N 135th St. Every Sunday 10/17-12/12/04. SVC is offering 3 divisions, Novice, Intermediate & Power. Players with all levels of experience are encouraged to participate. For information & to register, go to www.svcvball.homestead.com

Sojourner Truth Unity Fellowship Church. 1pm-Worship & Fellowship. El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave S #309. Rev Gwen Hall, 723-9395. http://clubs.yahoo.com/clubs/unityfellowshipchurchamerica.

Seattle Prime Timers Monthly Potluck Social & General Meeting. 2-4pm. Seattle First Baptist Church Recreation Hall, 1111 Harvard Ave (at E Seneca St - enter thru glass doors on Harvard Ave.) Meets 3rd Sunday most months. Bring a dish to serve 6-8 people. $3 door fee covers hall rental. 329-0793.

Seattle Women of Leather General Meeting. 3-5pm. Wildrose, 1021 E Pike.

United Ebony Council of Washington. 3pm. Hana’s, 1914 8th Ave. We are looking for past monarchs, members or anyone interested in discussing the reorganization of UEC. (425) 787-1707.

Sistah 2 Sistah Social/Organizing Meeting. 4-6pm. POCAAN, 2200 Rainier Ave S (at S Walker St). Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday each month. An opportunity to socialize & discuss/plan future activities. Sistah 2 Sistah is a social/support group for Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender women of African descent. 322-7061 ext 235.

Community Church of Joy. Mass - 5pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Rev David Strong. 764-1211, www.communitychurchofjoy.org

Orca Swim Team Workout. Sun: 5-6:15pm; Mon/Fri: 7-8:15pm; Weds/Thurs: 8-9:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. Every Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday & Friday. Orca Swim Team is comprised of competitive & fitness GLBT & GLBT-friendly swimmers. 329-6333.

Rainier Valley Unitarian Congregation. 5pm. 4620 S Finlay St. 722-4880, www.rvuuc.org

Metropolitan Community Church in Seattle. 5:30pm-Worship. University Congregational Church, NE 45th St & 16th Ave NE. 325-2421.

Spirit of the Sound. 6pm. Prospect UCC, 1919 Prospect Ave. Meets 3rd Sunday each month. 459-5767.

Spirituality for Gay Men Discussion Group. 6pm. Travelers Shop, 501 E Pine St. Meets 1st & 3rd Sunday of every month. Share thoughts on sexuality, and support others on their chosen spiritual path. Many spiritual paths are discussed from a personal perspective. No dues or fees. yogabksi@aol.com.

Kings Wrestling Club Practice. 6:30-8:30pm. 340 15th Ave E. Every Sunday & Tuesday. New freestyle wrestling club open to Gay men, Lesbians & their friends. All levels of experience welcome. Spectators interested in joining the club are welcome. 287-9143; kingswrestlingseattle@yahoo.com. (Also Tuesdays at 7pm.)

Pride League Bowling. 6:30pm. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW. Meets every Sunday. Regular league bowling. For information call Jeff, 932-3731.

Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network. 6:30-8:30pm. LGBT Community Center, 1115 E Pike St. Politics of Hair: Long or short, what does it all mean? 3rd Sunday of every month. SBWN also publishes a newsletter North Bi Northwest. 517-7767. www.geocities.com/sbwn.

Integrity/Puget Sound. 7pm-Worship & Fellowship. St. Mark’s Cathedral, Thomson Chapel, 1245 10th Ave E. (425) 226-2746.

Women Only Night: Women’s Party Fundraiser for the Femme Conference. 7pm-12midnight. Wetspot, 1630 15th Ave W. Join us for a night of play & partying & raising money for a great cause. This event is open to all women, gender queers & trans men & women. 21+, ID required.

7:30 Mass Community at St Joseph’s Parish. 7:30pm-Mass. 18th Ave & E Aloha St. Every Sunday. 324-2522.

MONDAY - March 21

“Who’s Your Daddy?” 1:30am. Comcast Cable TV 29/77. Inspiring interviews, topics & ministry to the GLBT community, with Rev Robert Christian. 736-9688.

FamilyWorks GLBT Playgroup. 10-11:30am. Family Works, 1501 N 45th St (at Woodlawn Ave N). Every Monday. For GLBT families with children age 0-5. Come by for fun parent-child activities, song-time, story-time & snacks. Share support, activities & parenting information with other LGBT families. 694-6727. www.familyworksseattle.org

Seattle Restorative/Recovery Yoga Program. Session I 1-2pm, Session II 2:15-3:15pm. Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave E. Meets every Monday. A FREE program for people challenged by a disease, in recovery, or looking for a warm supportive community for restorative/preventive work. For info 860-4214.

Gay City Bulk Mail Party. 5-9pm. 1513 Broadway. Meets 3rd Monday each month. Free pizza, beverages & great company. Drop in whenever you can for as long as you can & help Gay City get out the monthly newsletter. 860-6969; info@gaycity.org; www.gaycity. org.

Seattle Women’s Commission Meeting. 5:30-8pm. Municipal Bldg, 600 4th Ave Rm 221. Meets 3rd Monday each month (except December). SWC is a 20-member volunteer advisory board that advises the Mayor, City Council, & all City of Seattle departments on matters concerning women & women’s rights. Meetings open to the public. 684-4537.

HIV/AIDS Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. ARRIVE BY 6pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for anyone who is HIV+ or who has AIDS. For more info 322-2437, www.dunsheehouse.org

Northwest Two-Spirit Society Drum Circle. 6:30pm. Labateyah, 9010 13th Ave NW. For directions, call Hiram, 781-8303. www.nwtwospiritsociety.org

Water Womyn Swim. 6:30-7:30pm. Pool on Fircrest Grounds, 15th NE & NE 155th St. (See Saturday listing at 11am.)

Catholic Parents Support Group. 7pm. St Benedict’s Parish Center, 1805 N 49th St. Meets 3rd Monday each month. Catholic support organization for parents, spouses, & families of GLBT persons, as well as those minorities. 425-462-9411.

FSP Study Group: The Politics of Anti-Semitism. 7-8:30pm. SCCC, 1701 Broadway, Room 3201. Meets every Monday. Vicious anti-Semitism - a far-right ideology with ancient origins - is on the rise & must be exposed & fought. But at the same time, the label of anti-Semitism is sometimes wrongly applied to all critics of Zionism or Israel. Thru study of the new book edited by Alexander Cockburn & Jeffrey St Clair, participants will gain an understanding of the nature of Jewish oppression & learn to differentiate valid criticisms of Israel from dangerous ethnic stereotypes. For information, contact Adrienne at 328-2509.

Freely Speaking Toastmasters. 7pm. Group Health, South Bldg, 200 15th E (downstairs). Every Monday (except holidays & last 2 Mondays in Aug & Dec). Seattle’s only gay & leasbian speaking club. 866-841-9134 ext 5998.

Gay & Lesbian Roller Skating in Bellevue. 7-10pm. Bellevue Skate King, 2301 140th Ave NE. Meets 3rd Monday each month (except Dec). $5.50 admission includes skate rental. For information, call Jack Lemons 325-2068.

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

PFLAG/Bremerton Monthly Meeting. 7pm. St Paul’s Episcopal Church, 700 Callahan Dr, Bremerton. Meets 3rd Monday each month. Parents & Friends of Lesbians & Gays is a national support organization for parents, spouses & families of GLBT persons, as well as those minorities. PFLAG/Puget Sound: 206-325-7724.

PFLAG/Everett Monthly Meeting. 7pm. First Congregational Church of Everett, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Meets 3rd Monday each month. PFLAG/Puget Sound: 206-325-7724.

PFLAG/Wenatchee Area Weekly Meeting. 7pm. Trinity Methodist Church, 850 N James Ave, East Wenatchee. Every Monday (including any & all holidays). PFLAG/Puget Sound: 206-325-7724.

Radical Faeries Heart Circle. 7pm. Call for location. Meets 1st & 3rd Monday each month. Meet other Gay/Bi/Hetero men who seek friendship with heart connection. 366-2132. http://communities.msn.com/SeattlerADICALfAERIES

Radical Women Weekly Roundtable Discussion. 7-8:30pm. UW Ethnic Cultural Center, 3931 Brooklyn Ave NE. Meets every Monday. Discussion of Undivided Rights: Women of Color Organize for Reproductive Justice. The book examines contributions of African American, Native American, Latina & Asian & Pacific Islander American women & explores a vision for reproductive health that demands an end to social & economic inequalities. 722-6057, 722-2453.

Eastside Gay Men’s Recovery - Men’s AA Meeting - in Kirkland. 7:30-9pm. Kirkland First Congregational Church, 106 5th Ave (upstairs meeting room), Kirkland. Every Monday. 425-829-7478.

SIGN (Self-Identified Gender Nuisance) Discussion/Support Group. 7:30-9:30pm. Ingersoll Gender Center, 1812 E Madison St. Meets 1st & 3rd Monday each month. Discussion group for male-identified, female-bodied people interested in diverse topics including, but not limited to, gender, sexuality, body issues, etc. For more info, go to http://groups.yahoo.com/group/SIGNelist

Unity Gay Men’s AA Group in Tacoma. 7:30pm. First Congregational Church, 209 S “J” St, Tacoma. Every Monday. 253-383-2318.

Young Men’s Group - For Male-Identified Youth, Ages 14-22. 7:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Support/discussion group meets every Monday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515 ext 16.

TUESDAY - March 22

Kang Wen Clinic - Traditional Chinese Medicine for HIV/AIDS. 9am-1pm. 1111 Harvard Ave. Every Tuesday. Compassionate & holistic care, including acupuncture & herbs, to low-income men, women & youth living with HIV/AIDS. Sliding fee scale, $5 minimum requirement. 322-6945. (Also Thursdays, 3:30-7pm.)

Toddler Playgroup for GLBT Families. 10am-12noon. Delridge Community Center, 4501 Delridge way SW. Open to all children 5 & under. Sponsored by Rainbow Families & Open Arms Campaign. $2 per child. For info call OAC, 1-877-534-1723.

Lesbian & Gay Child Care Task Force Monthly Meeting. 12 noon-2pm. Call for location. Meets 4th Tuesday each month. The task force, in conjunction with Child Care Resources of King County, offers referrals to GLBT-welcoming child care centers & provides training, support & curriculum materials to child care providers. Jean, 721-6732.

Seattle Restorative/Recovery Yoga Senior’s Session. 12:15-1:15pm. Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave E. Meets every Tuesday. This is a lively session to meet the unique needs of our senior citizens as they bring individual challenges & the teachers offer suggestions for their practice. For info 860-4214.

Intermediate Bridge. 1pm. LGBT Community Center, 1115 E Pike St. Come join our Bridge Group for seniors. Interested people can just show up & have fun! Refreshments provided. For info, 783-1233.

Gay & Lesbian World Travel Expo. 4pm. Seattle Sheraton Hotel. Open to the general public, $5 admission.

Women’s Group. 4-5:30pm. 4511 Densmore Ave N, suite B. For women who’ve experienced childhood sexual abuse. For info or no-charge consultation, Ellen Rugg, MPysch. at 547-7844

Speed, Sex & Sanity: Free Drop-In Support Group for Gay/Bi Crystal Meth Users. 5-6pm. 1216 Pine St. Meets every Tuesday. Project NEON, a program of Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities. For more information, 323-1768, www.crystalneon.org

BABES Women’s Evening Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Call for location. Every Tuesday. The BABES Network is a peer led agency; a sisterhood of women facing HIV together. 720-5566 or 888-292-1912; www.babesnetwork.org.

Coming Out Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities, 112 Broadway Ave E. Every Tuesday. For Gay, Lesbian, Bi & Transgender individuals. Confidential, relaxed, informal environment, open door policy, age 18+. FREE. Linda, 323-1768 ext 325.

Hepatitis C Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 6pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group fro anyone, regardless of sexual orientation or gender, who is living with Hepatitis C. For information 322-2437, www.dunsheehouse.org

WROC (Welfare Rights Organizing Coalition) Parents Support Group. 6-7pm. Douglas-Truth Branch Library, 23rd Ave & Yesler Way. Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month. Provides support for low income parents, friends & community members as well as sources of information about local resources & what’s happening in welfare politics. Child care & snacks offered at all meetings. 324-3063.

InsideOut - A Support Group for GLBTQ Youth Ages 13-18 in Shoreline. 6:30-8:30pm. Center for Human Services, 17018 15th Ave NE, Shoreline. Every Tuesday. Formerly known as Anything but Straight, InsideOut is a group for Lesbian, Transgender, Bisexual, Gay & Questioning Youth to develop positive self-identities in a professional & supportive environment. 362-7282 ext 271. Sponsored by the Center for Human Services.

Kings Wrestling Club Practice. 6:30-8:30pm. 340 15th Ave E. Every Sunday & Tuesday. (See Sunday listing at 6:30pm.)

Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Madison Beach House. Every Tuesday. 3 mile flat walk & run. Dog walkers welcome. (See Saturday listing at 9am.)

All Genders Group - For Youth, Ages 14-22. 7pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Tuesday. Support/discussion group for all youth interested in exploring their gender identities. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & question youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515 ext 16.

“clubdiversitytv” with Kevin Thompson - A GLBT Cable TV Program. 7pm. SCAN/Public Access Channel 29/77. Every Tuesday. Interesting local & national guests on a free, 58 minute, unscripted talk show w/viewer call-in feature, special performances, community awareness programming & much more. 24 hr club-line: 333-5958; clubdiversityww@hotmail.com

COLAGE (Children of Lesbians & Gays Everywhere) Puget Sound Chapter Monthly Meeting - For Youth, Ages 12-18. 7pm. MPowerment Space, in the basement below Lifelong AIDS Alliance Thrift Store, 1017 E Union St (go down the alley way to the right of the thrift store; enter the 2nd doorway on the left). Meets 4th Tuesday each month. Meetings will include social activities, discussions, guest speakers, & whatever else the youth in the group feel would best fit their needs. Food/refreshments provided. Robert Rakkety, 444-8780.

Lesbian Cancer Support Group. 7-9pm. Cancer Lifeline, 6522 Fremont Ave N. Meets every 2nd & 4th Tuesday. Professionally facilitated group for lesbians affected by any type of cancer, ranging from those recently diagnosed to long-term survivors. Co-sponsored by Verbena & Cancer Lifeline. 297-2100 ext 114.

Over 40’s Group - For Lesbian Women 40 & Older. 7-8:30pm. Seattle Mental Health Institute, 1600 E Olive St (in Conference Room. Every Tuesday. Open group for Lesbian women, 40 & older, in every stage of coming out or being out. Lots of social activities in addition to Tuesday meetings. Sandra Jo, 328-4895.

Prostate Cancer Prevention. 7-8:30pm. Pelton Auditorium, Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center, 1100 Fairview Ave N. Fred Hutchinson Center researchers discuss the latest developments in prostate cancer prevention & screening. FREE. 667-5521.

Queer Ladies Stitch & Bitch. 7pm. Meets every Tuesday. We are a small group of fun & funny ladies who meet for knitting & crocheting. No experience required. For contact info and location queerladiesstitchn bitch@yahoo.com

Sex Talk. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Re-occurring, short-term, BY REGISTRATION ONLY. Join other queer, bi & lesbian women for this adventurous discussion/skills series. Here’s a sneak preview of some topics: body anatomy, “female ejaculation,” hooking up, sex toys, anal sex, fisting, safer sex, S/M, erotic writing & more! Contact Jamie today for information & TO REGISTER. 322-3442.

Sexual Minority Women Cancer Survivors Northend Support Group. 7-9pm. Cancer Lifeline, 6522 Fremont Ave N. Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month. 323-6540. Sponsored by Seattle Lesbian Cancer Project.

Transgender Support Group. 7-9pm. Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 1002 E Seneca St. Meets every Tuesday. For more info, call Ms Rickey at 957-1742.

Here & Now Gay & Lesbian AA Meeting in Tacoma. 7:30-9pm. Christ Episcopal Church, 310 N “K” St, Tacoma. Every Tuesday.

Sex Addicts Anonymous. 7:30pm. Capitol Hill Alano Club, 1222 E Pine St. Gay & Bisexual men’s group. Meets every Tuesday. For info 322-7188.

20 Somethings Queer Women’s Group. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. 20 Somethings is a casual social/discussion group for lesbian, bi & other queer LGBTQ women in their 20’s. Build community & conncetion with other young women thru a rotating schedule of off-site activities, discussion nights & on-site game nights. For information, contact Rachel, 999-3766 or Casey, 949-7561.

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Bellingham. 7:30-9pm. St James Presbyterian Church, 910 14th St. Every Tuesday. Confidential, informal group for people of all gender identities & expressions including butch dykes, cross dressers, TV, TS & feminine men. 360-671-3358; www.washington genderalliance.org.

Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. GLBT & GLBT-friendly co-ed water polo team is open to all who want to play. 217-9271, ext 3. www.otterpolo.com.

WEDNESDAY - March 23

HIV Wellness Seminars (2/16-3/23). Presented by Dunshee House & Bastyr University. For information, contact Jamie at Dunshee House, 322-2584.

Mature Friends Morning Exercise/Health & Fitness Get-Together. 9:30am. Ballard Odd Fellows Hall Bldg, 1706 NW Market St. Every Wednesday. An hour of health-related activities, followed by a walk around Greenlake & lunch at a local restaurant. MF is a social group for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. 781-7724. http://maturefriends.org

Mature Friends Dining Out Luncheon. 1pm. Call for details, location & to make reservations. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday most months. MF is a social organization for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. 781-7724. www.gayscape.com/maturefriends/

4 The Moment. 2-4pm. POCAAN, 2200 Rainier Ave S. Meets every Wednesday. This group is peer-facilitated & open to any GLBT person of color who is dealing with both HIV & substance use. You do not have to be abstinent to attend. But you should be at least willing to “deal openly” about your drug or alcohol use & desire positive change. For information contact Sam, 322-7061 x 212.

Mothers’ Support Group. 4:15-5:45pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 4:15pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for mothers of grown HIV+ children & for mothers grieving the HIV-related loss of an adult child. For information 322-2437 or www.dunsheehouse.org

Verbena Health Clinic. 5:30-8:30pm. 500 19th Ave E. Every Wednesday. Verbena is a full-service clinic for lesbians, bi women & transgendered people. Providers are sensitive & experienced sexual minority clinicians. Sliding scale, no one turned away. For info or APPOINTMENT 299-1600.

Gay Men’s HIV+ Support Group in Everett. 6-7:30pm. CCS, 1918 Everett Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. Ask for Teresa. 425-257-2111 or 888-240-8572. Sponsored by HOPWA (Helpers of People With AIDS).

GLOBE (Gay, Lesbian, Open-Minded, & Bisexual Empowerment): A Support Group for Youth (14-20) in Everett. 6-8pm. Snohomish Health District, 3020 Rucker Ave (in auditorium), Everett. Every Wednesday. Sponsored by Snohomish Health District. 425-339-5251.

Gender Outlaws Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Please arrive ON TIME at 6pm. This is Dunshee House’s free, peer-facilitated support group for transsexua;, transgender, genderqueer, gender questioning, etc. folks. 322-2437.

Grief & Loss Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. ARRIVE BY 6pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for queer/LGBTQ folks & queer-friendly folks who are experiencing the loss of a loved one to death. For information, 322-2437 or www.dunsheehouse.org

Naked Yoga Men’s Group Class. Intermediate/Advanced 6:00-7:15pm; Beginner 8-9pm. Hengst Art Studio, 1506 Franklin Ave E. Meets every Wednesday. Come prepared to work your body, calm your mind, feel your sexy-self & make new like-minded friends. All levels. 412-7079. www.mekosun.com

NEON Rest Stop. 6-8pm. Seattle Counseling Service, 1216 Pine St. Meets every Wednesday. A weekly health night for men who party, for HIV & STD testing, vein care tips, needle exchange & free food. For information, 323-1768, www.crystalneon.org, www.seattle counseling.org

Center for Spiritual Living. Meditation 6:30pm, Services 7pm. 5801 Sand Point Way NE. Info 527-8801 ext 203, www.cslseattle.org

Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Volunteer Park (in front of Black Sun across for museum). Every Wednesday. (See Saturday listing at 9am.)

United Ebony Council of Washington Meeting. 6:30pm. Hana’s Teriyaki & Lounge, 1914 8th Ave. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month. UEC is a multicultural social & charitable organization, open to all people, sponsoring social & entertainment events throughout the year & raising funds for AIDS-related & other charitable organizations. 937-4811.

Lesbian & Gay Immigration Rights Task Force. 6:45pm. LGBT Community Center, 1115 E Pike St. Meets the 4th Wednesday of every month. This meeting is used to update members & others about immigration law affecting same sex binational couples.

Bible Study & Praise for GLBT Folks. 7pm. Sojourner Truth Unity Fellowship Church, El Centro de la Raza, 2524 15th Ave S #309. Meets every Wednesday. Taught by Rev Gwen Hall MA, 723-9395.

Brent Hartinger & Michael Jensen Reading in Tacoma. 7pm. King’s Books, 218 St Helens Ave, Tacoma. Brent Hartinger reads from his latest work “The Order of the Poisened Oak.” Michael jensen reads from his new book “Firelands.” (253) 272-8801.

Northwest Lesbian & Gay History Museum Project Steering Committee Meeting. 7pm. Call for Capitol Hill location. Meets 2nd & 4th Wednesday each month. New volunteers are always welcome. NWLGHMP researches, interprets, & communicates the history of the GLBT community in the Pacific Northwest by collecting oral histories, preserving historical materials, & presenting public programs such as exhibits, walking tours, & slide shows. gayhistnw@aol.com; 903-9517.

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Relationship Skills Class (2/16-3/23). PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Get the skills you need for the relationship you want. This 6-week NW Network class is open to queer, bi, trans, lesbian, two-spirit & gay people, their friends & loved ones & other queer or LBTTGQQH identified people regardless of relationship status or history. For information or TO REGISTER, call Max at 568-7777.

The Road to Revolution - A Marxist History Study Group. 7-8:30pm. 4710 University Way NE, Suite 100. Meets every Wednesday. A lively, informal reading & discussion seminar on the dynamics of the Russian Revolution, sponsored by the Freedom Socialist Party. 722-2453, www.socialism.com

Seattle Movie Bears Movie Night. Check website for details. Every Wednesday night. Gay & Bi men enjoy a movie at a local theater with opportunity to socialize before & after movies. More info: http://groups.yahoo. com/group/seattlemoviebears; or e-mail: seattlemovie bears-subscribe@yahoogroups.com

“StageFright” - Youth Open Mic - For Aspiring Writers & Performers, Ages 14-24. 7-9pm. Richard Hugo House, 1634 11th Ave. Meets 4th Wednesday each month. FREE. Everyone welcome to attend. StageFright not only features young folk, but is also MC’d by young folk & attended in great majority by young folk. 322-7030; www.hugohouse.org.

Gay & Bisexual Men’s Support Group in Tacoma/Pierce County. 7:30-9pm. Call for location & details. Every Wednesday. For men 21 & over. 253-535-6853.

HIV-Negative Gay, Bisexual & Queer Men. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. PLEASE CALL FIRST. This emotional support group provides a forum for HIV- gay/bi/queer men to share strategies for staying negative; to explore issues related to being HIV-; & to look at how to find meaning, purpose & lives worth living in the midst of HIV/AIDS. For information or to attend, call Jamie, 322-2437.

HIV+ Newly Diagnosed. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 7:30pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for those who are newly diagnosed as HIV+, have recently sero-converted, or are newly dealing with being HIV+. For info, call Jamie, 322-2437.

HIV+ Support Group. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 7:30pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for HIV+ folks. For information 322-2437, www.dunsheehouse. org

Mature Friends Weekly Bridge Group. 7:30pm. Call for location. Every Wednesday. All levels welcome. MF is a social organization for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. 781-7724. http://maturefriends.org

Rain City Symphony. 7:30-9:30pm. Wedgewood Community Church. Come out & play in the rain! If you can fiddle, toot, or tap a tune, please come & be part of the Rain City Symphony. If you miss playing with a group, even if it’s been a long time, we invite you to join us. Auditions not required. 525-4172.

Red Cedar Circle. 7:30pm. Queen Anne Christian Church, 1316 3rd Ave W (at W Lee St). Every Wednesday. Red Cedar Circle is a weekly gathering in the Northwest Coastal spiritual tradition for Two-Spirit and non-Two-Spirit people. Bill Cody, 230-7953.

Radical Gurls & Guyz Reading Group. Re-occurring. By REGISTRATION. This is Dunshee House’s free peer-facilitated book discussion group for queer/bi/lesbian women & trans/genderqueer folks. To join the email list & receive notice of upcoming RGRG installments, 322-2437.

Crystal Meth Anonymous. 8-9:30pm. Alano Club, 1222 E Pine St. Meets every Wednesday. A 12-step group for quitting & staying off crystal meth.

Queer Young Females Group - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 14-22. 8pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Support/discussion group meets every Wednesday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515 ext 16.

THURSDAY - March 24

BABES Women’s Support Group/Lunch Meeting. 12 noon-2pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. (See related listing Tuesday at 6pm.)

Long-Term Survivors of AIDS. 2:30-4pm. SASG, 303 17th Ave E. PLEASE CALL FIRST. This is SASG’s emotional support group for people who are long-term survivors living with AIDS. Please contact the group’s facilitator, Deborah, if you are interested in attending, 322-2734.

Kang Wen Clinic - Traditional Chinese Medicine for HIV/AIDS. 3:30-7pm. 1111 Harvard Ave. Every Thursday. 322-6945. (See Tuesday listing at 9am.)

Oasis Youth Group in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm. Call for location & details. Every Thursday. 253-671-2838. (Also meets Fridays 4pm-12 midnight.)

Queer Youth Rights. 4pm. LGBT Community Center, 1115 E Pike St. Meets every Thursday. QYR is one of Seattle Young Peoples Project’s longest running programs. Open to all queer youth & straight allies. Reach QYR at SYPP, 860-9606, www.sypp.org

GLBTQ Youth Support Group. 5-6pm. Ruth Dykeman Youth & Family Services, 15001 8th Ave SW, Burien. Come, meet, have fun & hang out with other GLBTQ youth. Ongoing drop-in group for youth 13-19 years old. 243-5544 ext 320.

Volunteer Drop-In Night at Lifelong AIDS Alliance. 5-8pm. LAA Volunteer Services Office, 1161 11th Ave. Every Thursday. Drop in to volunteer on LAA projects - assembling safer sex kits, helping with mailings, a different project every week! 957-1776. www.lifelong aidsalliance.org

AIDS Long-Term Survivors Support Group. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. PLEASE CALL FIRST. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for people who are long-term survivors living with AIDS. Please call the group’s facilitator, Deborah if you are interested in attending. 322-2942.

40+ Queer, Gay & Bisexual Men. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. PLEASE CALL FIRST. This is Dunshee House’s on-going emotional support group for gay, bi & queer men over the age of forty. The group explores such topics as: relationships, spirituality, aging, family, friendships, coming out later in life, etc. For information or TO ATTEND, contact Jamie, 322-2584.

Grief & Loss for LBQ Women. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. ARRIVE BY 6pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emptional support group for lesbian, bi & queer women grieving the recent loss of a loved one to death. For information 322-2437, www.dunsheehouse.org

Gay Men in Abusive Relationships Support Group. 6-7:30pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. On-going support group program. Professionally-facilitated, free of charge, held in a safe & confidential space. Info & to register: 323-1768. Sponsored by Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities.

Grief & Loss for Women. 6-7:30pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. Please arrive by 6pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for queer/bi/lesbian women who have recently lost a loved one to death. For information, 322-2437or www.sasg. org

Seattle Human Rights Commission. 6-8pm. Arctic Bldg, 700 3rd Ave, Rm 1003. Meets 4th Thursday each month. SHRC is made up of 15 citizen representatives who advise the Mayor, the City Council, & all City of Seattle Depts in matters regarding human rights. 684-4540.

B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group). 6:30-8pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. Sponsored by Youth Eastside Services, which offers many programs for GLBT youth. 425-747-4937.

Queer Parents Networking Dinner. 6:30-8pm. Cascade People’s Center, 309 Pontius Ave N. Meets the 4th Thursday of every month. FREE & we provide free dinner & childcare. NW Network, 568-7777. www.nwnetwork.org

Seattle Restorative/Recovery Yoga All Level Session. 6:30-7:30pm. Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave E. All levels are represented & the teacher adjusts the asanas for individual proficiency & comfort. All ages & levels warmly welcomed. For info 860-4214.

30’s Group for Lesbian, Bisexual & Transgender Women. 6:30-8:30pm. Lesbian Resource Center, 2214 S Jackson St. Meets 2nd & 4th Thursday each month; morgan164@prodigy.net; www.lrc.net.

Bisexual Etc. Re-occurring, by REGISTRATION ONLY. This is Dunhee House’s free peer-facilitated support/skills series by & for folks (men, women, transfolks etc.) who aren’t solely hetero- or homosexual, straight or gay, etc. Intriguing weekly topics guide this series. 322-2437.

Ingersoll Gender Center Support Group. 7-9pm. 1812 E Madison #106. Every Thursday (including holidays). Open facilitated drop-in support group - all welcome! A good place to visit IGC for the first time. $5-$10. IGC is a service agency for the Transsexual, Transvestite, & Transgender community. 329-6651; www.ingersollcenter.org. (See related listing Friday at 8pm.)

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

PFLAG/Tacoma Monthly Meeting. 7pm. St Andrew’s Episcopal Church, 7410 S 12th (at Jackson), Tacoma. Meets 4th Thursday each month. PFLAG/Tacoma: 253-597-6406. PFLAG/Puget Sound: 206-325-7724.

QUEST - For GLBTQ 20-Somethings in Everett. 7-9pm. Snohomish Health District, 3020 Rucker Ave Ste 208, Everett. Every Thursday. “We promote wellness by providing a place to explore physical, emotional, social & intellectual growth while affirming & empowering individuals.” Eric/Brenda, 425-339-5251; gayinfo@shd.snohomish.wa.gov.

Transform Health Project. 7pm. Verbena, 500 19th Ave. Meets the 4th Thursday of every month. Whether you are worried about seeing a health care provider, angered about discrimination frokm insurance exclusion, want to have access to research about trans health, or have fears about violence towards trans folks, this may be the place for you. This group welcomes MTFs, FTMs, Two-Spirit, transgender, transexual & gender queer persons. 323-6540, www.verbenahealth.org

Transgender Support Group. 7-9pm. Lifelong AIDS Alliance, 1002 E Seneca St. Meets every Thursday. Open-minded group for MTF & FTM. For more info, call Ms Rickey at 957-1742.

Bi & Questioning Group - For Youth, Ages 14-22. 7:30-9pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Meets every Thursday. Support/discussion/social group for Bisexual & Questioning youth. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & question youth, ages 14-22. 322-2515 ext 16.

Femme Talk 3. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. Please arrive ON TIME at 7:30pm. “Femme Talk 3: We’re here. We’re powerful. We’re amazing. What next?” will take this Dunshee House series JUST for femmes & feminine identified queer women to the next level! Come join us & kick things up a couple of notches from deciding on a definition of “femme.” 322-2437.

HIV-Negative Queer, Gay & Bisexual Men. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. PLEASE CALL FIRST. 322-2584 (See related listing for Wednesday.)

Women “Coming Out” After 30. 7:30-9pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On going. ARRIVE BY 7:30pm. This is a free, peer-facilitated emotional support group for women who are coming out as lesbian, gay, bi, or queer, or who are questioning their sexualities. For information 322-2437 or www.dunsheehouse.org

Seattle Otters Water Polo Team. 8-9:30pm. Medgar Evers Pool, 500 23rd Ave E (at E Cherry St). Every Tuesday & Thursday. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

FRIDAY - March 25

Oasis Youth Group in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4pm-12 midnight. Call for location & details. Every Friday. 253-671-2838. (Also meets Thursdays 4-10pm.)

Women’s African-American HIV+ Support Group in Tacoma. 6-7:30pm. Pierce County AIDS Foundation, 625 Commerce, Ste 10, Tacoma. Meets 2nd & 4th Friday each month. 253-383-2565.

40+ Gay & Bisexual Men I & II. 6:30-8pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. PLEASE CALL FIRST. 322-2584. (See related listing for Thursday.)

Mature Friends Monthly Potluck. 6:30pm-appetizers & socializing; 7:30pm-dinner. Ballard Odd Fellows Hall Bldg, 1706 NW Market St. Meets last Friday most months. MF is a social organization for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. 781-7724. http://mature friends.org

OUTKitsap Friday Feast & Queer Bingo - in Bremerton. 6:30pm-dinner; 7:30pm-bingo. St Paul’s Episcopal Church, 700 Callahan Dr, Bremerton (use lower side entrance). Usually meets last Friday of the month. $10 for dinner includes 10 games of bingo plus a blackout jackpot. 360-373-6150; www.outkitsap.org.

Women’s Words. 6:30-8pm. Dunshee House, 303 17th Ave E. On-going. ARRIVE BY 6:30pm. This is a topical discussion group for lesbian, bi & queer women. A different topic is highlighted each month. www.dunsheehouse.org

Orca Swim Team Workout. 7-8:15pm. Seattle University, Connolly Athletic Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. (See Sunday listing at 5pm.)

Rainbow Bingo. 7-9pm. El Centro de la Raza, 2524 16th Ave S. Every Friday. Come & join us for a fun night of bingo! Easy to play & easy to pay. Meet some new & special people. Features Ms Rickey & other special guests. For more information, 723-9395.

Sistahs Drumming. 7-10pm. Meets every Friday. Sponsored by Sistah 2 Sistah. Want to invite drumming into your home? Call Sistah Lee 722-2346.

BiNet Seattle Weekly Support/Discussion Group. 7:30-9pm. LGBT Community Center, 1115 E Pike St. For bi & bi-curious men & women, their partners & other bi-friendly people. For more info www.binet seattle.org

Destiny Gay AA Group in Tacoma. 7:30pm. First Congregational Church, 209 S “J” St, Tacoma. Every Friday.

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett. 7:30-9pm. First Congregational Church, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Friday. 360-671-3358; www.washingtongenderalliance.org. (See related listing Tuesday at 7:30pm for details.)

Crystal Meth Anonymous. 8-9pm. 303 17th Ave E. Meets every Friday. A 12-step group for quitting & staying off crystal meth.

Ingersoll Gender Center Support Group. 8-10pm. 1812 E Madison #106. Every Friday (including holidays). Open facilitated drop-in group for Transsexuals, Transvestites & Transgender people. $5-$10 fee. 329-6651. www.ingersollcenter.org (See related listing Thursday at 7pm.)

Lesbian & Gay AFG. 8pm. Swedish Hospital, 747 Broadway, B Floor, Conference Room 2. Meets every Friday. Everyone is welcome. For information contact Tyler Joy, 242-9083

Gay Night at Century Ballroom. Lesson 8:30pm, Dance 9:30pm. 915 E Pine St. Meets the 4th Friday of every month. Join us for a fun-filled night of swing, salsa, tango & other dance favorites geared toward lesbian & gay singles & couples. The beginning drop-in lesson will rotate each month. Cover $7, 21+. Lesson $5 plus cover.

SATURDAY - March 26

(See 7/20 listings for ongoing activities.)

Ingersoll Gender Center FTM Support Group. 11am-1pm. IGC, 1812 E Madison St #106. Meets 4th Saturday each month. Facilitated by & for FTM’s, provides a safe, private, comfortable & relaxing place to meet, talk & freely exchange information & ideas with others. Come meet FTM crossdressers, transsexuals, & transgenderists. Whether you’re pursuing transition, searching for information, or just looking to meet others who will understand, this group is for you. Meetings open to all individuals, including, but not limited to, crossdressers, transsexuals, transgenderists, partners, friends & family. $5-$10. 329-6651.

Fabulous Feminist Inaugural Fiesta. 7pm. New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave S. Celebrate grassroots Chicana leadership & meet Seattle RadicAl Women’s newly elected organizer Christina Lopez. Festivities include roasts & toasts, salsa dancing & a chance to say “muchas gracias” to outgoing organizer Anne Slater. Cocina Mexicana Buffet with vegetarian option available for a $10 donation. Hosted by Radical Women. 722-6057.

GLBT Country Western Dance. 8pm-12midnight. The Rockin’ Horse Barn, 11820 150th Ave SE, Renton. Meets every 4th Saturday. Dust off your boots, polish your belt buckle & come out for a night of country dancing to your favorite tunes. 2-Step, East & West Coast Swing, Waltz & Line Dancing. Live DJ. All dances are smoke & alcohol free, 18+. (425) 255-9211, www.learn2dance4fun.com

West Seattle Diamond Softball Team “Fun Raiser.” 9-11pm. Full Circle, 1413 14th Ave. Meets the 4th Saturday of every month. For information, call Raul 923-0740.

Copalingo. 2-4pm. Artworks, 1914 4th Ave. If you like I Heart Rummage, you’ll love this! Created by Artworks youth, Copalingo is a showcase for emerging designers & artists under 25. They bring you their finest from purses & legwarmers to small works created in a fresh, hip & youthful style. For info, 292-4142 x 103, wwwurbanartworks.org

SUNDAY - March 27

Easter

(See 7/21 listings for ongoing activities. Because of the Easter holiday, some regularly scheduled events may be cancelled or rescheduled. Some churches may add special events. Please check with the sponsors of your event to confirm date, time & place.)

Pacific Northwest Gay Rodeo Association Meet & Greet. 2-6pm. Full Circle, 1413 14th Ave. Meets the 4th Sunday every month. For information, call Tam 234-9114.

Gay & Lesbian Family Skate. 6-9pm. Skate-in-Station, 301 S 133rd St, Tacoma. Last Sunday of every month. Call for directions & info, (253) 535-2250.

Miss Gay USofA Pageant Preliminaries. 8pm. Trax, 226 1st Ave S, Kent. $3500 cash & prizes, entertainment from Ashley O’Day, cast of the Ruff Riders & more! 235-8620, www.usofa.org