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| "EMBODIMENT: A PORTRAIT OF
QUEER LIFE IN AMERICA"
AT PHOTOGRAPHIC CENTER NW In "Embodiment: A Portrait of Queer Life in America," Molly Landreth's photographs serve as an archive and a journey through a rapidly changing community and the lives of people who bravely offer new visions of what it means to be Queer. Even in a world where progressive attitudes are beginning to take hold, to be "out" and visible, is to become both empowered and vulnerable. "Embodiment" is about love and the process of growing into oneself and the complexity of relationships found between diverse groups of people. The exhibit runs March 1-28, at the Photographic Center Northwest, 900 12th Ave., as part of their "What's Not to Love?" exhibition. PUDDLETOWN SQUARES HOSTS ANNUAL SQUARE DANCE CONVENTION From Friday, March 7, through Sunday, March 9, the Puddletown Squares hosts "Rain Festival 2008: Down by the Riverside" at the Renton Community Center, 1715 Maple Valley Highway, Renton. GLBT Square Dance clubs from around the U.S. and Canada will be flying in to Seattle for this event. For complete information, visit www.iagsdc.org/puddletown/ SEATTLE ORCA SWIM TEAM HOSTS 2008 SWIM MEET WEEKEND On March 8, the Seattle Orca Swim Team, Seattle's LGBT recreational and competitive swim team, hosts their annual masters swim meet. The swim meet takes place on Saturday, March 8 and begins at 9:00 a.m., at the Helene Madison Pool, located at 13401 Meridian Ave. N. Spectators are invited to attend and cheer on local swimmers from the Puget Sound region as well as teams from the rest of the U.S., Canada, and Europe. Admission is free of charge. If you are interested in volunteering at the meet, please contact Paul Verner at 206-352-2516. The meet is sanctioned by the Pacific Northwest Association of Masters Swimmers. www.orcaswimteam.org. NORTHWEST RAINBOW ALLIANCE OF THE DEAF WELCOMES RAYMOND LUCZAK, SPONSORS PANEL DISCUSSION On Saturday, March 8, at 1:00 p.m., at HSDC, 1625 19th Ave., in Seattle, the Northwest Rainbow Alliance of the Deaf presents Raymond Luczak, author of the anthologies Eyes of Desire: A Deaf Gay & Lesbian Reader and his newly published Eyes of Desire 2: A Deaf GLBT Reader at a free community event featuring a panel discussion with Misty Flowers, aj granda, Anonymous Intersexual, Rob Roth, and Philip Wolfe. www.nwrad.org. ACTION NORTHWEST PRESENTS ART ORGY FUNDRAISER FOR YOUTH BACKPACK PROJECT On Saturday, March 8, 7:00 p.m., at 1016 1st Ave., in Seattle, ACTION Northwest presents "ART ORGY: An Explosion of Art for the Senses." In a beautiful downtown Seattle 7,000 sq. ft. loft, this one-night event will feature a fine art exhibition and auction, with 70% of the proceeds going to The Backpack Project. In addition, the evening will feature live bands, a fashion show, indie movies, a drag show/cabaret and a large dance floor with regional and national DJs. The ART ORGY is the official launch of Action Northwest's newest program, The Backpack Project. The Backpack Project will provide backpacks to homeless/transitional youth. These backpacks will contain clothing, food, toiletries, art supplies and a one stop shop book that outlines in detail resources regarding: LGBT health, meth issues, jobs, housing, counseling, doctors, food banks and a wide array of resources for all youth. This auction will benefit the Backpack Project and proceeds will be used for printing of the resources books and to purchase items for the backpacks. To receive a backpack at a later date, homeless/transitional youth must volunteer or work with a program at one of the participating social service agencies. After receiving a backpack, youth can return to the Backpack Project office and receive a stipend to help stuff backpacks, do outreach to youth on the street and work in the office. RADICAL WOMEN HOSTS INTERNATIONAL WOMEN'S DAY CELEBRATION & TRIBUTE TO CLARA FRASER On Saturday, March 8, 7:30 p.m., at New Freeway Hall, 5018 Rainier Ave. S., in Seattle, Radical Women presents "Bread, Roses & Revolution: The Seditious Life & Ideas of Clara Fraser," a multi-media International Women's Day tribute to the trailblazing local activist, author, and architect of socialist feminism on the 10th anniversary of her death. Door donation is $3. A gourmet buffet, with vegan option, is available at 6:00 p.m. for a $10 donation. For info, rides, childcare, call 206-722-6057 or email RWseattle@mindspring.com. Everyone welcome. Wheelchair accessible. SAFE SCHOOLS COALITION PRESENTS IT'S ELEMENTARY AND IT'S STILL ELEMENTARY: TALKING ABOUT GAY ISSUES IN SCHOOL On Sunday, March 9, 2:00 p.m., at Broadway Performance Hall, 1625 Broadway (at E. Pine St.), the Safe Schools Coalition presents It's Still Elementary: Talking About Gay Issues in School. This new retrospective documentary follows up with some of the students and teachers from It's Elementary. It tells the fascinating history of why that film was made, the response it provoked from the conservative right, and the question it raises for today's national safe schools movement. A must-see for every educator and parent. This double feature is FREE and open to the public. Reservations are strongly encouraged at www.safeschoolscoalition.org. SEATTLE BLACK PRIDE HOLDING VERY IMPORTANT COMMUNITY MEETING On Sunday, March 9, from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m., at the SBP office, 115 16th Ave., Seattle Black Pride is holding an extremely important community meeting to discuss the future of Seattle Black Pride. Now in its third year, Seattle Black Pride needs to reenergize and revitalize with new leadership and more community involvement. This is essential to have a successful Seattle Black Pride 2008 in July. This is "a call to come out, step up, support, and lead Seattle Black Pride into the future." www.seattleblackpride.org THE LATE REV. GWEN HALL TO BE RECOGNIZED AT MOUNT ZION BAPTIST CHURCH On Sunday, March 9, in celebration of National Women's History Month, Mount Zion Baptist Church, 1634 19th Ave., will give recognition to clergy women who have a made a difference in the lives of many. Among those being honored will be the late Rev. Gwendolyn Hall, former pastor and founder of Sojourner Truth Unity Fellowship Church. Last year, more than 40 clergy women gathered at Mount Zion and participated in this public worship, the very first of its kind. The public is invited to share in the ecumenical worship. "SOLO PERFORMANCE BY QUEER WOMEN" AT RE-BAR On Tuesday, March 11, door at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:00 p.m., at Re-bar, 1114 Howell St., enjoy performances by Elizabeth Wright and Carol Maki. Seattle poet turned comedian, Carol Maki, will perform her stand-up act, My Own Grandiosity. Tickets: $6-$10 sliding scale. Available in advance at www.brownpapertickets.com and at the door. RAIN COUNTRY DANCE & SEATTLE EAGLE HOST "LOWDOWN HOEDOWN" COUNTRY MUSIC NIGHT On Tuesday, March 11, from 8:00 p.m. to 12 midnight, Rain Country Dance Association and The Seattle Eagle host "Lowdown Hoedown," at The Seattle Eagle, 314 E. Pike St. The "Lowdown Hoedown" is for anyone who wants a mid-week dose of classic country music, music that you simply can't hear on the radio any more, but which you love to just breathe in, and maybe sing along to. Enjoy $2 pints of Bud & Bud Light and enjoy your favorite country tunes. GSBA'S 27TH ANNUAL BUSINESS & HUMANITARIAN AWARDS CEREMONY & BANQUET On Wednesday, March 12, from 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., at the Grand Hyatt Hotel, 721 Pine St., the Greater Seattle Business Association will recognize distinguished nominees and recipients at their annual awards banquet. Cost is $105 - GSBA members; $120 - non-members; $50 - students; walk-ins are $15 more at the door. For more information and to RSVP, visit www.thegsba.org or call 206-363-9188. POZ SEATTLE HOSTS ANNUAL ST. PAT'S SOCIAL On Wednesday, March 12, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., at the Cuff Complex, 13th Ave. & E Pine St., kick off St. Patrick's Day weekend a few days early. Meet in the downstairs bar for free appetizers, socializing, and a whole lot of fun. This event is free (except for the cost of beverages), and is for all HIV-positive men and their friends, regardless of age, shape, size or color. www.pozseattle.org. WASHINGTON STATE LEATHER PRIDE WEEK MARCH 12-23 The Washington State Mr. & Ms. Leather Organization presents the 16th Annual Washington State Leather Pride Week, March 12-23, featuring the Washington State Mr. & Ms. Leather Contest, the Leather Emerald Awards, club events, and many special events at various locations. The Washington State Mr. & Ms. Leather Contest will be held on Saturday, March 22, 6:00 p.m. (door), 7:00 p.m. (contest), at The Cuff Complex, 1533 13th Ave., $8 donation at the door. Watch for more details! PACIFIC NORTHWEST LESBIAN ARCHIVES HOSTS FUNDRAISING RECEPTION WITH RET. COL. GRETHE CAMMERMEYER On Thursday, March 13, at 6:30 p.m., at the Triad Urban Center, Dexter-Horton Building, 701 3rd Ave., the Pacific Northwest Lesbian Archives proudly presents Colonel Margarethe Cammermeyer, RN, PhD, U.S. Army Retired, who will speak specifically about her own experiences collecting and documenting her personal herstory. Appetizers and beverages will be served. Cost is $25. RSVP requested at lisa@pnwlesbianarchives.org or 206-654-4477. www.pnwlesbianarchives.org. ALL AGES NIGHT OF ELECTRONIC/ROCK/POP TO BENEFIT LAMBERT HOUSE On Friday, March 14, starting at 5:00 p.m., El Corazon, 109 Eastlake Ave. E., will host a benefit for Lambert House, featuring the music of Fever Club and SXY, with Reider and C-LEB. Tickets: $9 door; $7 advance at ticketswest.com and outlets. www.myspace.com/feverclub; www.myspace.com/sxymusic; www.myspace.com/reidarmusic; www.myspace.com/c-leb; www.lamberthouse.org. GAY CITY UNIVERSITY SEEKING INSTRUCTORS Seattle's Gay Community goes back to school this spring! Gay City University (GCU) returns for its 14th session on May 17. Gay City Health Project is seeking instructors to teach engaging, informative, and diverse classes to community members during this day-long event. Individuals interested in offering a course at Gay City University should visit www.gaycity.org to download a course proposal form. Proposal forms are also available at the Gay City Health Project Wellness Center, 511 E. Pike St. GCU instructors will be selected by a volunteer committee. Proposals may be emailed, snail-mailed, faxed or dropped off, and must ARRIVE at Gay City no later than Friday, March 14, by 5:00 p.m. "FOR A LOOK OR A TOUCH" AT MUSIC OF REMEMBRANCE'S FREE MARCH CONCERT On Saturday, March 15, at 2:30 p.m., at the Seattle Asian Art Museum in Volunteer Park, 14th Ave. & E. Prospect St., Music of Remembrance presents "For A Look or a Touch," a Pulitzer Prize-nominated theatrical song cycle commemorating the love and tragic separation of two young, Gay German lovers during the Holocaust, one of whom perished in Auschwitz. Admission to the concert is free. www.musicofremembrance.org. "FEMMETASIA!" A NIGHT OF QUEER FEMME ART AND PERFORMANCE On Saturday, March 15, doors at 7:30 p.m., show at 8:00 p.m, at the Rainier Valley Cultural Center, 3515 S. Alaska St., Pigeon Says Productions presents "Femmetasia!," featuring Bitches with Barrettes, an amazing Boston-based hooping duo; The Von Foxies, the Miss Exotic World Pageants current reigning Best Troupe; as well as burlesque by: Miss Indigo Blue, Chica Boom, Ginger Snapz, Honeysuckle Hype, Kitty Boobalah Rose, and Lydia McLane; music The Naked Folksinger, the red hot mamas, and Come Say Hello; spoken word by Lady K and LaNell Guiste; aerials by Tamara the Trapeze Lady; drag by Ernie Von Schmaltz and Sir La Muse; and hosted by Maggie. Come one, come all! See all manners of amusements... Tickets: $15-door; $12 advance at brownpapertickets.com. ALLYSHIP ORGANIZING LGBT COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION IN MAY DAY IMMIGRANTS RIGHTS MARCH Allyship, a multi-generational LGBTQ group that encourages solidarity between local Queer communities and efforts that promote economic justice, racial justice, and other social justice work, invites all LGBTQ community members and allies who are interested in organizing a Queer contingent for the upcoming May Day March for Immigrant Rights, to participate in a planning meeting on Monday, March 17. Meet & Greet at 6:00 p.m., meeting begins at 6:15 p.m. The March's lead sponsor, Comite Pro-Amnistia General y Justicia, will be featured at the meeting. For more information on the location, contact allyship@yahoo.com or Debbie at 206-930-6668 or Sarah at 206-328-4037 or go to www.myspace.com/allyship. SEATTLE FRONTRUNNERS HOST BENEFIT FOR LAMBERT HOUSE & GAY CITY AT REACT THEATRE On Saturday, March 29, at 8:00 p.m., enjoy a performance of Prelude to a Kiss by Gay playwright Craig Lucas, at the Theatre Off Jackson, 409 7th Ave. S. (at S. Jackson St.) with a special reception following the performance, with proceeds benefiting Lambert House and Gay City Health Project. Benefit tickets are $20 each. Go to: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/25980 and select the March 29 performance date and click "Begin Order." Type "Frontrunners" in the "Discount Code" field. Click "Show Additional Prices" and order your tickets. ($1.49 will be added per ticket for Internet service fee.) Online orders can be picked up at will-call at the theatre the night of the event. If you cannot attend on the 29th, you may purchase benefit $20 ticket vouchers in advance for any other performance by emailing Linda Baker at lindabak@hotmail.com. |
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