Erie Gay News Video Galleries

86-year-old WWII vet�s plea for marriage equality becomes Internet hit - Philip Spooner - www.EqualityMaine.org

EGN Staff — 2009-10-27T20:00:00-05:00

Phillip Spooner made his speech for marriage equality in April, but it is now making the rounds on the Internet. The 86-year-old World War II vet, and father of four, says he didn't fight in World War II for his gay son to be treated as a second class citizen.

National Equality March - Footage from Richard McVay

EGN Staff — 2009-10-11T20:00:00-05:00

On the weekend of October 10, 2009, several people from the Erie PA region traveled to Washington DC for the National Equality March. Photographers include Ted Smith, Fran Smith, Justin and Dr. Dan Burdick, faculty advisor to Identity, Edinboro University's, LGBTQA student group. Full video coverage of the rally is here.

Quote-Unquote - Pres Obama speaks at HRC dinner - President Obama speaks at the annual HRC Dinner

EGN Staff — 2009-10-10T20:00:00-05:00

President Barack Obama Speaks at the HRC Dinner: I Will End Don't Ask, Don't Tell from Bret Carbone on Vimeo.

“While progress may be taking longer than you’d like as a result of all that we face – and that’s the truth—do not doubt the direction we are headed and the destination we will reach. My expectation is that when you look back on these years you will see a time in which we put a stop to discrimination against gays and lesbians, whether in the office or on the battlefield. You will see a time in which we as a nation finally recognize relationships between two men or two women as just as real and admirable as relationships between a man and a woman.” - President Obama at the Human Rights Campaign’s national dinner in Washington, D.C., Oct 10.

Win Eating Out 3 DVD - Eating Out 3 trailer

EGN Staff — 2009-10-06T20:00:00-05:00

Erie Gay News is giving away a copy of Eating Out 3 DVD! To enter, just fill out the form below here October 6 and October 27.

Screen - The Country Teacher - Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-09-22T20:00:00-05:00

Film festivals, videos and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Screen - Love of Siam Trailer (english subs)

Deb Spilko — 2009-09-22T20:00:00-05:00

Film festivals, videos and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Screen - Newcastle Trailer (Australia)

Deb Spilko — 2009-09-22T20:00:00-05:00

Film festivals, videos and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Screen - Steam Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-09-22T20:00:00-05:00

Film festivals, videos and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Screen - Valentino The Last Emperor Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-09-22T20:00:00-05:00

Film festivals, videos and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

GLBT History Month 2009 - GLBT History Month Overview Video

EGN Staff — 2009-09-10T20:00:00-05:00

The GLBT History Month 2009 Web site is now online with a new look, expanded resources and easier navigation.

LBT Women Labor Day Weekend Picnic - Andrea's new lawn tractor

Laurie Finch — 2009-09-06T20:00:00-05:00

On Sunday, September 6 2009, the LBT Women of Erie had a delightful picnic at Kim and Andrea's. There was a yummy potluck and a bonfire. The event went on until 1 AM because everyone had such a great time!

Great Nationwide Kiss-In (Erie!) - Great Nationwide Kiss-In Promotional Video (Final)

Mary Zuck — 2009-08-10T20:00:00-05:00

Join the Fun! Erie is having its own GNKI event on Saturday, August 15th, at exactly 2 PM, on the front steps of the Erie County Court House, 140 W 6th St, Erie PA. Arrive early to get ready to join people in the Nationwide Kiss-In. People of all sexual orientations are welcome. Bring your family and friends: this is a fun "G" event. You can RSVP at the Facebook event page for Erie.

Info: Mary Zuck, marypzuck@yahoo.com (814) 734-5337 or Mike Mahler, info@eriegaynews.com (814) 456-9833. Read more about the national event at http://greatnationwidekissin.com.

LBT Women Pontoon Boat Ride - Views from the pontoon boat

Laurie Finch — 2009-08-08T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, August 8, 2009, the LBT Women of Erie had a very enjoyable outing to Presque Isle for a pontoon boat ride. They had so much fun, they went back a second time! Waldameer Amusement Park and Water World is also located at Presque Isle.

Great Nationwide Kiss-In (Erie!) - Great Nationwide Kiss-In Promotional Video (Second)

Mary Zuck — 2009-08-03T20:00:00-05:00

Info: Mary Zuck, marypzuck@yahoo.com (814) 734-5337 or Mike Mahler, info@eriegaynews.com (814) 456-9833. Read more about the national event at http://greatnationwidekissin.com.

Great Nationwide Kiss-In (Erie!) - Great Nationwide Kiss-In Promotional Video (First)

Mary Zuck — 2009-07-27T20:00:00-05:00

Info: Mary Zuck, marypzuck@yahoo.com (814) 734-5337 or Mike Mahler, info@eriegaynews.com (814) 456-9833. Read more about the national event at http://greatnationwidekissin.com.

Pride Weekend 2009 - Interview with Don Craig at Erie Pride 2009

EGN Staff — 2009-07-25T20:00:00-05:00

Gay pride celebrations continue to grow in Erie as more than 350 people attended this year’s Pride Parade and Rally on July 25.

Pride Weekend 2009 - Interview with Miss Erie 2009

EGN Staff — 2009-07-25T20:00:00-05:00

Gay pride celebrations continue to grow in Erie as more than 350 people attended this year’s Pride Parade and Rally on July 25.

Pride Weekend 2009 - Brian T Performance at Erie Pride 2009

EGN Staff — 2009-07-25T20:00:00-05:00

Gay pride celebrations continue to grow in Erie as more than 350 people attended this year’s Pride Parade and Rally on July 25.

Pride Weekend 2009 - Performers at Erie Pride Rally 2009

EGN Staff — 2009-07-25T20:00:00-05:00

Gay pride celebrations continue to grow in Erie as more than 350 people attended this year’s Pride Parade and Rally on July 25.

Win The State DVD Set - The State DVD Trailer

EGN Staff — 2009-07-24T20:00:00-05:00

Erie Gay News is giving away 2 The State DVD sets! To enter, just fill out the form here between July 24 and August 14.

Screen - Karl Rove, I Love You Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-07-21T20:00:00-05:00

Movies and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Screen - Silent Parner trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-07-21T20:00:00-05:00

Movies and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Screen - Designing Women clip - Julia Throws Imogene Salinger Out Of

Deb Spilko — 2009-07-21T20:00:00-05:00

Movies and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Screen - Ma Saison Super 8 review from Homopop

Deb Spilko — 2009-07-21T20:00:00-05:00

Movies and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

National Briefs - Obama to NAACP: Anti-Gay Discrimination Has No Place in Amer

EGN Staff — 2009-07-16T20:00:00-05:00

Headlines and briefs of significant national news storeies.

Marching in the Millcreek 4th of July Parade - Erie Peace and Justice Ctr At Millcreek July 4 Parade 2009

Deb Spilko — 2009-07-04T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, July 4, 2009 the Erie Peace and Justice Center marched in the Millcreek 4th of July Parade. Also marching were Erie Gay News and Erie Gay Pride. Photos by Deb Spilko.

Stonewall Riots 40th Anniversary - Stonewall Riots 40th Anniversary

EGN Staff — 2009-06-26T20:00:00-05:00

Commemorations are being held across the world this weekend to mark the fortieth anniversary of the Stonewall uprising that launched the modern gay and lesbian rights movement. The uprising began in the morning on June 28, 1969, when New York City police officers raided a gay bar called the Stonewall Inn in Greenwich Village. As the police began dragging some of the patrons out, members of the gay community decided to fight back, sparking three days of rioting. We play a documentary, Remembering Stonewall, with the voices of people who were there and speak with historian David Carter. [includes rush transcript] See the rest of this article here.

Screen - Colbert: The word is 'Stonewalling'

Deb Spilko — 2009-06-25T20:00:00-05:00

The Colbert Report

Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c

The Word - Stonewalling

www.colbertnation.com

Colbert Report Full Episodes

Political Humor

Mark Sanford

TV, In Theatres and video releases, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Le Jupon Rouge railer

Deb Spilko — 2009-06-23T20:00:00-05:00

Le Jupon rouge - Bande Annonce FR
by _Caprice_

TV, In Theatres and video releases, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Pedro the Movie trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-06-23T20:00:00-05:00

Movie Trailers - Movies Blog

TV, In Theatres and video releases, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Sophie B Hawkins - The Cream Will Rise trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-06-23T20:00:00-05:00

TV, In Theatres and video releases, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Kate Clinton: Stonewall at 40 - Princess Dianu by Kate Clinton

Kate Clinton — 2009-06-18T20:00:00-05:00

On an early morning flight from Orlando, after appearing at the 19th Annual Gay Days at Disneyworld, I was “sirred” twice by a cab driver and flight attendant. All before 7 a.m. I would have thought the brand new faux leopard Croc flats I was sporting would have thrown them off. Or that the “Gay Day” banners everywhere would have heightened their threat levels to rainbow.

Stonewall Celebration at UU on June 14 - Christine Cedzo singing during Stonewall Sunday service

Steve Aschmann — 2009-06-14T20:00:00-05:00

The annual “Stonewall Celebration!” all inclusive worship service will be held at the Unitarian Universalist Congregation of Erie at 7180 New Perry Highway (Route 97) on Sunday, June 14th at 10:30 am. Buddhist Lama, Kathy Wesley, will be speaking. John Daley King will tell the Stonewall Story. Jeremy Snyder will lead us in honoring “Our Ancestors of the Queer Spirit”. There will be “a closet door” to sign in upon! Join in commemorating the momentous events of June 26, 27, and 28, 1969. It is also “PFLAG DAY” and Mark Hoovler, president of our PFLAG chapter, will bring us greetings. Coffee hour to follow. For more info call Rev. Steve Aschmann at 440-0902 or email revaschmann@uuerie.org.

Stonewall Celebration at UU on June 14 - Christine Cedzo singing during Stonewall Sunday service

Steve Aschmann — 2009-06-14T20:00:00-05:00

17th Annual Picnic biggest yet! - WJET TV 24 coverage of picnic

Michael Mahler — 2009-06-13T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, June 13, the 17th Annual Pride Picnic set a record for attendance. We estimate a minimum of 330 people joined us for a day of good friends, food and fun!

17th Annual Picnic biggest yet! - Gay Life TV coverage of Picnic

Michael Mahler — 2009-06-13T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, June 13, the 17th Annual Pride Picnic set a record for attendance. We estimate a minimum of 330 people joined us for a day of good friends, food and fun!

Pride Youngstown a success! - WFMJ Special Report: Youngstown Pride

Michael Mahler — 2009-06-10T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, June 6, 2009, Youngstown OH held its first ever Pride event. The event was made possible with the financial support of people throughout the Mahoning Valley and by fundraisers held by the Pride Youngstown staff at neighborhood establishments. For more info about Pride Youngstown, browse to www.prideyoungstown.com or email prideyoungstown@gmail.com

Screen - Betty Bowers Explains Traditional Marriage to Everyone Else

Deb Spilko — 2009-06-02T20:00:00-05:00

TV, In Theatres and video releases, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

LBT Women News - Andrea rides the bull

Laurie Finch — 2009-05-29T20:00:00-05:00

We had a great time at Andy’s Pub last night. There were nine of us who met to play pool, snack and have a couple drinks. We found out that there were no pool sharks among us, so if you “can’t” play pool, don’t let that stop you next time we have a “billiards night”. There were 9 of us show up, which was good for a mid week evening, and we had lots of fun and great conversation. It was good to catch up with what everyone has been doing since the last meeting. Two events next week. On Tuesday the 19th is the Erie Gay News Folding Party at 7 PM at the ZONE. It takes less the two hours and is always a good time. Good thing we can fold, talk, insert, talk, lick, talk and sticker and talk all at the same time. We are a remarkable group! Then comes the weekend when on Saturday the 23rd at 11am we will meet at Cappbell’s pottery in Cambridge Springs. Besides Thier beautiful glassware and pottery there will be a presebntation by a master glass blower. The demo is under the pavillion, so come rain or shine! I’d like to invite all of you to this event!

LBT Women News - Andres rides the bull - part 2

Laurie Finch — 2009-05-29T20:00:00-05:00

US Marriage news - Local reaction to Prop 8 decision

Deb Spilko — 2009-05-27T20:00:00-05:00

On May 6, Maine became the fifth and New Hampshire moved closer to being the sixth state to permit same-sex marriages.

Screen - Sikil Official Full Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-05-19T20:00:00-05:00

New DVD releases, music vides, in theatres and web sites, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Pride 2009 - official video release

Deb Spilko — 2009-05-19T20:00:00-05:00

New DVD releases, music vides, in theatres and web sites, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Kn�ckebr�ddansen Talang 2009

Deb Spilko — 2009-05-19T20:00:00-05:00

New DVD releases, music vides, in theatres and web sites, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Bruce and Tony's Commitment Ceremony - Part 1

Michael Mahler — 2009-05-16T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, May 16, Bruce and Tony had a beautiful commitment ceremony at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie. Rev. Steve Aschmann officiated. Friends and family had a wonderful time!

Bruce and Tony's Commitment Ceremony - Part 2

Michael Mahler — 2009-05-16T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, May 16, Bruce and Tony had a beautiful commitment ceremony at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie. Rev. Steve Aschmann officiated. Friends and family had a wonderful time!

Bruce and Tony's Commitment Ceremony - Part 3

Michael Mahler — 2009-05-16T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, May 16, Bruce and Tony had a beautiful commitment ceremony at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie. Rev. Steve Aschmann officiated. Friends and family had a wonderful time!

Bruce and Tony's Commitment Ceremony - Part 4

Michael Mahler — 2009-05-16T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, May 16, Bruce and Tony had a beautiful commitment ceremony at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie. Rev. Steve Aschmann officiated. Friends and family had a wonderful time!

Bruce and Tony's Commitment Ceremony - Part 5

Michael Mahler — 2009-05-16T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, May 16, Bruce and Tony had a beautiful commitment ceremony at the Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie. Rev. Steve Aschmann officiated. Friends and family had a wonderful time!

Screen - DADT: 'Ask Not' Documentary Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-05-15T20:00:00-05:00

TV, In Theatres and video releases, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - The New Twenty Movie Trailer HD

Deb Spilko — 2009-05-08T20:00:00-05:00

Movies and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Marriage Myths Busted - Marriage Equality and Public School Learning

EGN Staff — 2009-05-05T20:00:00-05:00

The Empire Pride Agenda has prepared resources to combat misinformation about same-sex marriage issues in New York State. The online resource “Same-Sex Marriage Myths Busted” dispels eight of the most prevalent misconceptions and falsehoods surrounding the passage of a marriage equality law.

Screen - Pick Up the Mic trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-05-03T20:00:00-05:00

TV, In Theatres and video releases, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Outrage Trailer - Do Ask Do Tell Movie Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-24T20:00:00-05:00

New DVD releases, music vides, in theatres and web sites, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Mulligans Movie Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-21T20:00:00-05:00

Mulligans from irealx on Vimeo.
Upcoming DVD release. as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - Between Love & Goodbye -Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-21T20:00:00-05:00

Upcoming DVD release. as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Screen - The Official Trailer of FINDING ME The Movie

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-21T20:00:00-05:00

Upcoming DVD release. as compiled by Deb Spilko.

OMG 2M4M? lol! - Colbert Coalition's Anti-Gay Marriage Ad

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-16T20:00:00-05:00

The Colbert Report

Mon - Thurs 11:30pm / 10:30c

The Colbert Coalition's Anti-Gay Marriage Ad

colbertnation.com

Colbert Report Full Episodes

Political Humor

NASA Name Contest

The anti-gay National Organizationfor Marriage has launched a new campaign called “Two Million for Marriage.” In an attempt to be cool, the clueless organization nicknamed the project 2M4M. The problem for NOM is that the acronym is already in use in gay male personals. Perhaps worse for NOM, a pro-gay marriage group (Two Men for Marriage) managed to seize the www.2M4M.org domain.And if you go to http://twitter.com/2m4m, you get the pro-gay-marriage group, not NOM.

OMG 2M4M? lol! - 2M4M 4EVER!

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-14T20:00:00-05:00

Screen - November Son Trailer - a.k.a. October Moon 2

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-14T20:00:00-05:00

New DVD releases, music vides, in theatres and web sites, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

OMG 2M4M? lol! - 2m4m.org - 2 Men for Marriage (includes Rachel Maddow commen

Deb Spilko — 2009-04-13T20:00:00-05:00

Screen - 'Taking Woodstock' Official Trailer

Deb Spilko — 2009-03-29T20:00:00-05:00

Movies and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

National Equality Rally at Independence Hall announces SundayOUT! and Parties Sunday, May 3 - Show Your True Colors

EGN Staff — 2009-03-26T20:00:00-05:00

The National Equality Rally at Independence Hall will include SundayOUT!, brunch and parties on Sunday May 3, 2009.

LBT Women News - Laurie drilling into a maple tree so it can be tapped to col

Laurie Finch — 2009-03-24T20:00:00-05:00

We now have our own YouTube channel! We had a great time at Peak N Peek for our LBT Tubing party. It was a beautiful sunny day and though it was a bit brisk, we had all dressed properly and so it was a fun time! We were there the two full hours, and took pics and some videos. Between members and friends and family there were seven of us attending. Hope more can make the next event!

Transitions - Brois with Leslie and Jaimi at the 2008 Pride Picnic

EGN Staff — 2009-03-24T20:00:00-05:00

Condolences to Leslie Clifton, whose beloved canine friend Boris passed away on March 20, 2009.

LBT Women News - Laurie Hammering a tap into a maple tree so sap can be colle

Laurie Finch — 2009-03-24T20:00:00-05:00

LBT Women News - Michael, Kimmy, Andrea and Janice trying to get warm at Hurr

Laurie Finch — 2009-03-24T20:00:00-05:00

Java Buzz - Till The End - Music Video - Tom Goss

Deb Spilko — 2009-03-23T20:00:00-05:00

Tom Goss and Jeremiah Clark, gay singer-songwriters, to perform at Presque Isle Gallery and Coffeeshop on April 5. Like My Thai? Liz and Mike are back!

Screen - Melange LaVonne - Domestic Violence

Deb Spilko — 2009-03-12T20:00:00-05:00

New DVD releases, music vides, in theatres and web sites, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Vertigo has its own place now! - Vertigo Behind the Bar

Kirsten — 2009-02-27T20:00:00-05:00

Vertigo Behind the Bar

From Kirsten: I’ve signed a six-month lease at 300 B East Jefferson St Butler PA 16001. Vertigo is on the corner of Franklin St and E Jefferson St, bottom entrance. Vertigo is BYOB, $5 cover, 18 and over. We will have drink mixes for sale, soda, juice, tonic, chips, candy bars. Cups and ice will be provided and there is a fridge to keep your beer cold. We’ll be having great dance music, and a comfortable place to hang out. We have a pool table and megatouch, so bring your quarters. Vertigo is every week now, alternating Fridays and Saturdays. Upcoming Vertigo dates: Friday Feb 27 (Grand Opening), then March 7, March 13, and March 21. www.myspace.com/butlervertigo

Screen - Screenwriter Dustin Lance Black winning an Oscar� for "Milk"

Deb Spilko — 2009-02-26T20:00:00-05:00

Dustin Lance Black's Oscar acceptance speech for Milk; titles due to be released on video.

National Equality Rally at Independence Hall announced - What Kind of World Do You Want?

EGN Staff — 2009-02-25T20:00:00-05:00

The National Park Service (NPS) has issued a First Amendment permit to Equality Forum for a National Equality Rally at Independence Hall on Sunday afternoon, May 3, 2009 at Independence National Historical Park.

'Don�t Divorce Us' campaign launched in California - Courage Campaign video - Don't Divorce Us

EGN Staff — 2009-02-24T20:00:00-05:00

"Fidelity": Don't Divorce... from Courage Campaign on Vimeo.
On December 19, 2008, Ken Starr and the Prop 8 Legal Defense Fund filed legal briefs defending the constitutionality of Prop 8 and seeking to nullify the marriages of 18,000 devoted same-sex couples solemnized before Prop 8 passed.

Screen - Characters Unite

Deb Spilko — 2009-02-24T20:00:00-05:00

Video, television and mvoies of interest to GLBT audiencess

Drenched Fur Celebrating 5 Years - Web Video #3

Gary — 2009-02-23T20:00:00-05:00

As the weeks pass, more and more guys from across the country and the local tri-state region are registering and making plans to attend Drenched Fur 5, Erie’s Bear Run Weekend. This year’s event weekend is coming up next month from Friday, April 3rd thru Sunday, April 5th, 2009. The DF5 Committee has been hard at work on preparing for the attendees this year. One important update is a new host hotel with Quality Inn and Suites near the Presque Isle Downs and Casino on Perry Highway (Rte 97). Just like last year, local guys are welcome to join us for our private event outing to Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort on Saturday night. Also, we’re bringing back some afternoon tours around the Erie region on Saturday including the ever popular Winery Tour. Prior to these events, we will be having a bar crawl on Friday night out to Craze and The Zone. We will be updating our website periodically with announcements and further information in the coming weeks. Since the launch of our on-line registration on January 1st, we have received over 100 registrations in the first month, and booked over 50% of our host hotel rooms. If you’re interested in more information, feel free to point your web browser over to www.drenchedfur.com to review the schedule of events, register for some/all of the weekend and more. If you have questions, you can contact Gary the Run Coordinator at gnsnyder@drenchedfur.com or (814)384.0463 for further details.

Screen - Sean Penn Wins for "Milk" Acceptance Speech

Deb Spilko — 2009-02-22T20:00:00-05:00

Dustin Lance Black's Oscar acceptance speech for Milk; titles due to be released on video.

LBT Women news - Laurie Solo Run at the LBT Women of Erie Tubing Party at the

Laurie Finch — 2009-02-21T20:00:00-05:00

The LBT Women of Erie and friends recently enjoyed snowshoeing at Asbury Woods. We were not deterred by the 18 degree temperature or the fact that most of us had never put on a pair of snowshoes in our lives! It was actually a beautiful sunny day, and it wasn’t cold once we got moving on the trails.

LBT Women news - Down The Hill at the LBT Women of Erie Tubing Party at the P

Laurie Finch — 2009-02-21T20:00:00-05:00

LBT Women news - Kimmy and Kelly at the LBT Women of Erie Tubing Party at the

Laurie Finch — 2009-02-21T20:00:00-05:00

LBT Women news - Ride em Andrea! at the LBT Women of Erie Tubing Party at the

Laurie Finch — 2009-02-21T20:00:00-05:00

Drenched Fur Celebrating 5 Years - Drenched Fur Promo Vid

Gary — 2009-02-14T20:00:00-05:00

Screen - Prayers for Bobby - The Story

Deb Spilko — 2009-01-24T20:00:00-05:00

Prayers for Bobby premieres on Lifetime on January 24. New video releases of interest to GLBT audiences.

Drenched Fur 5 Returns - Web Video #2

Gary — 2009-01-09T20:00:00-05:00

As 2008 wraps up and moves us into a new year, the Drenched Fur committee is back together again planning the next installment of Erie’s Bear Run Weekend. This year’s event weekend is scheduled for Friday, April 3rd thru Sunday, April 5th, 2009. We have some new things in the works including a new host hotel that is exclusively ours for the taking this year! We’ll be returning to Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort yet again at night like last year thanks to the rave reviews and and feedback we received. Currently we are looking at providing folks the option of some afternoon tours around the Erie region on Saturday as well as a bar crawl on on Friday night. We will be updating our website periodically with announcement and further information in the coming weeks and months. And we are launching our on-line registration at the top of the new year, starting on January 1st. If you’re interested in more information, feel free to point your web browser over to www.drenchedfur.com or contact Gary the Run Coordinator at gnsnyder@drenchedfur.com or 814.384.0463 for details.

Students For Equality - Together As One on Jan. 27, 2009 - Equality on Campus Day - 1/27/2009 (Promo)

EGN Staff — 2009-01-01T20:00:00-05:00

On January 27th, 2009, high school and college students across the country will wear the same shirt to school as a way to show unity within the community in the fight towards LGBT equality, particularly marriage equality. This is a visibility/fundraiser event geared towards achieving the following goals:

Get students more involved in the fight towards LGBT equality.
Raise the visibility of the LGBT movement towards equality by having everyone wear the same shirt on the same day. Students are encouraged to take group photos of everyone at their school wearing the Students for Equality t-shirt. Locations and time suggestions for group photos should be emailed to Eric Ross at eross@studentsforequality.com for better coordination. Students for Equality is encouraging students to submit the group pictures to their school yearbooks and newspapers.
Have the event one week after the inauguration to remind Obama that we are not going away. We are expecting him to address same-sex marriage, and LGBT rights in general.
Raise money towards fighting for the legalization of same-sex marriage in the courts. Students for Equality will be donating a portion of the proceeds to Lambda Legal since they are currently fighting the state of California to repeal Proposition 8. Lambda Legal has also fought for LGBT equality in many other cases, including overturning sodomy laws in the United States on a federal level. To see more landmark cases fought by Lambda Legal, go to http://www.lambdalegal.org.

Drenched Fur 5 Returns - Message from the coordinator

Gary — 2008-12-25T20:00:00-05:00

Screen - Prop 8 - The Musical

Deb Spilko — 2008-12-02T20:00:00-05:00

"Prop 8 - The Musical" starring Jack Black, John C. Reilly, and many more... by Jack Black

Various TV specials, new DVDs and video games, as compiled by Deb Spilko.

Prop 8 Protest Rally - Part 1 from Misinformed Productions

Michael Mahler — 2008-11-15T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, November 15 about 80 people stood at the Erie County Courthouse to protest Proposition 8.

The Erie event was part of a coordinated nationwide protest against the California ballot measure that would remove marriage rights for same-sex couples. Protests took place on the same day in over 300 cities, with an estimated 100,000 people taking part.

Prop 8 Protest Rally - Part 2 from Misinformed Productions

Michael Mahler — 2008-11-15T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, November 15 about 80 people stood at the Erie County Courthouse to protest Proposition 8.

Prop 8 Protest Rally - Part 3 from Misinformed Productions

Michael Mahler — 2008-11-15T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, November 15 about 80 people stood at the Erie County Courthouse to protest Proposition 8.

Prop 8 Protest Rally - Local News coverage

Michael Mahler — 2008-11-15T20:00:00-05:00

On Saturday, November 15 about 80 people stood at the Erie County Courthouse to protest Proposition 8.

EGBA Candidate forum - Local News coverage

Michael Mahler — 2008-10-26T20:00:00-05:00

On Sunday, October 26, the Erie Gay Business Alliance held a candidate forum for US Presidential, US Congressional PA-3, PA State Senate District 49 and PA State House for districts that are in Erie County. We had about 60 people or so attend. In terms of candidates for Federal office, we had Jamie Citron, who is the Deputy LGBT Outreach coordinator for the Obama/Biden campaign, all three candidates for US Congress PA-3 - Kathy Dahlkemper (D), a representative for Phil English (R-Incumbent) and Steve Porter (I). For Pennsylvania state candidates, we had Cindy Purvis (D) for PA State Senate District 49, Jason Owen (R ) for PA State House District 3, and Rick Mitchell (D) for PA State House District 4. All of the PA state candidates who attended are the non-incumbents.

Film About GLBT Equality in Oil City PA receives Sundance support - Out in the Silence Trailer

Joe Wilson — 2008-07-05T20:00:00-05:00

Out in the Silence, a documentary film aimed at overcoming the bigotry and discrimination that GLBT people face in rural and small town America, was one of 20 projects (out of 800 applicants) awarded financial and creative support from the Sundance Documentary Film Program in 2008.

Erie Gay Business Alliance Formed - Keith Drzal White Erie Gay Business alliance

EGN Staff — 2008-04-20T20:00:00-05:00

On April 3, about 20 people attended the first meeting of the Erie Gay Business Alliance at Breeze Steakhouse and Grille. Plans were quickly made for a candidates night about two weeks after that. The group also chose a name and a review of area gay business guides took place.

Erie Gay Business Alliance Formed - Chris Young speaks for Barack Obama

EGN Staff — 2008-04-20T20:00:00-05:00

Erie Gay Business Alliance Formed - Mike Waltner speaks at Craze

EGN Staff — 2008-04-20T20:00:00-05:00

Erie Gay Business Alliance Formed - Kyle Foust speaks at Craze

EGN Staff — 2008-04-20T20:00:00-05:00

Erie Gay Business Alliance Formed - Tom Myers speaks at Craze

EGN Staff — 2008-04-20T20:00:00-05:00

Erie Gay Business Alliance Formed - More from Craze

EGN Staff — 2008-04-20T20:00:00-05:00

Erie Gay Business Alliance Formed - Kathy Dahlkemper

EGN Staff — 2008-04-20T20:00:00-05:00

Screen - Viv Vyle ep.1 pt.1

Deb Spilko — 2007-11-06T20:00:00-05:00

Movies and other recorded performances of interest to GLBT audiences.

Video: Damage to straight spouses in 'Ex-Gay'� marriages - "Ex-Gay = Ex-Wife" --- The Survivors Speak Out

EGN Staff — 2007-10-09T20:00:00-05:00

On the occasion of National Coming Out Day, Truth Wins Out released a video called “Ex-Gay = Ex-Wife.” The video features the stories of four courageous women whose families fell apart after their closeted husbands came out. This video highlights the harm of ex-gay programs from that of the spouse who gets left behind when the promised “cure” does not endure.

“Ex-gay programs love to show the wedding photos, but they never show you the divorce papers that result from such ill-conceived marriages,” said Truth Wins Out’s Executive Director, Wayne Besen. “These programs hold marriage up as the Holy Grail to heterosexuality, but the truth is, these marriages wholly fail, leaving shattered lives and broken families.”

270 enjoy food and fun at Pride Picnic - Local News coverage

Michael Mahler — 2007-06-02T20:00:00-05:00

Under warm sunny skies, the 15th Annual Pride Erie Picnic took place June 2 at the Rotary Pavilion at Presque Isle State Park. About 270 people representing many different aspects of the gay community and their supporters attended this year's event.

Equal Marriage Rights Forum coverage - Erie PA Equal Marriage Rights Forum #1

Michael Mahler — 2006-11-29T20:00:00-05:00

On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, the NW PA Chapter of NOW and the NW PA Chapter of ACLU presented a Publc Forum on Equal Marriage at the Blasco Public Library in Erie PA.

Equal Marriage Rights Forum coverage - Erie PA Equal Marriage Rights Forum #2

Michael Mahler — 2006-11-29T20:00:00-05:00

On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, the NW PA Chapter of NOW and the NW PA Chapter of ACLU presented a Publc Forum on Equal Marriage at the Blasco Public Library in Erie PA.

Equal Marriage Rights Forum coverage - Erie PA Equal Marriage Rights Forum #3

Michael Mahler — 2006-11-29T20:00:00-05:00

On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, the NW PA Chapter of NOW and the NW PA Chapter of ACLU presented a Publc Forum on Equal Marriage at the Blasco Public Library in Erie PA.

Equal Marriage Rights Forum coverage - Erie PA Equal Marriage Rights Forum #4

Michael Mahler — 2006-11-29T20:00:00-05:00

On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, the NW PA Chapter of NOW and the NW PA Chapter of ACLU presented a Publc Forum on Equal Marriage at the Blasco Public Library in Erie PA.

Equal Marriage Rights Forum coverage - Erie PA Equal Marriage Rights Forum #5

Michael Mahler — 2006-11-29T20:00:00-05:00

On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, the NW PA Chapter of NOW and the NW PA Chapter of ACLU presented a Publc Forum on Equal Marriage at the Blasco Public Library in Erie PA.

Equal Marriage Rights Forum coverage - Erie PA Equal Marriage Rights Forum #6

Michael Mahler — 2006-11-29T20:00:00-05:00

On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, the NW PA Chapter of NOW and the NW PA Chapter of ACLU presented a Publc Forum on Equal Marriage at the Blasco Public Library in Erie PA.

Equal Marriage Rights Forum coverage - Erie PA Equal Marriage Rights Forum #7

Michael Mahler — 2006-11-29T20:00:00-05:00

On Wednesday, November 29, 2006, the NW PA Chapter of NOW and the NW PA Chapter of ACLU presented a Publc Forum on Equal Marriage at the Blasco Public Library in Erie PA.

2006 Lake Erie Gala - Local News coverage

EGN Staff — 2006-11-18T20:00:00-05:00

The Erie Sisters Transgender support group will hold its annual Lake Erie Gala November 15-19 at the Quality Inn & Suites, 8040 Perry Highway, in Erie. The event promises trans-friendly shopping, bus tours, dinner theater, and evening entertainment. Early registration is September 1, 2006.