The Into Autumn Edition
October 2016

 

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GLSEN Youth Summit 2016
Youth Summit is a FREE day-long event that draws lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and allied youth from all over the Greater Cincinnati area and beyond. With speakers, workshops, and panels on topics from being out at school and work to the biology of sexuality to self-defense, as well as engaging social opportunities, plus lunch and dinner.  The Summit is designed for youth ages 11+, as well as adult allies of LGBTQ youth and those interested in learning more about GLSEN's work for safe schools.
 
All Youth Summit attendees receive free admission to our Fall Dance Party following the Summit in the NKU Student Union Ballroom.  (Want to perform in the evening's drag show? Email  for information)
 
Saturday, October 29, 2016, 11 AM Northern Kentucky University Student Union

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS: 
11:00 am - Noon - Registration 
Noon - 1:00 pm - Lunch/Opening Assembly 
1:00 pm - 6:00 pm - Workshops 
6:00 pm - 6:30 pm - Dinner 
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm - Drag Show followed by Dance
 
HIV testing provided throughout the day by St. John United Church of Christ.
 
Please park in the Kenton Drive Parking Garage, just across Kenton Drive from the Student Union. Your parking ticket will be validated at the Youth Summit registration table.
Click here for more information.

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ISQCCBE Coronation Week    
The Imperial Sovereign Queen City Court of the Buckeye Empire celebrates 25 years with the Silver Jubilee Coronation! Events begin October 5 and lead to the signature event - Masquerade: A Night with Andrew Lloyd Webber on October 8 th at the Westin Hotel in downtown Cincinnati.

Here's a list of the featured events:

Wednesday 10/05 7pm -
Coronation Kick-Off Party
Rosie's Tavern
643 Bakewell - Covington

Thursday 10/06 8pm -
In-Town Show
The Cabaret
1122 Walnut  - OTR/Downtown

Friday 10/07 8pm -
Out of Town Show
The Westin Hotel
Fountain Room (2nd Floor)
21 E 5th St Downtown

Saturday 10/08 5pm -
Coronation XXV Ball
The Westin Hotel - Presidential Ball Room (3rd Floor) - 21 E 5th St Downtown

Sunday 10/09 1030am -
Victory Brunch
The Westin Hotel - Fountain Room (2nd Floor) - 21 E 5th St Downtown 

Victory Party 2pm -
Below Zero - 1122 Walnut St, Downtown/OTR

Be a Part of the NOH8 Campaign
Join the #NOH8Worldwide movement in CINCINNATI and add your face to the fight for equal human rights!

The Westin Cincinnati 21 East 5th St. Cincinnati, OH 45202

Saturday October 8th, 2016 - 2- 5pm

COST: Single/Solo Photos: $40 -
Couple/Group Photos: $25 per person
 

PFLAG Cincinnati - October Meetings  

On Tuesday, October 11, attorney Scott Knox will speak about the many legal challenges still facing the LGBTQ+ community. The Chapter will also hold the annual meeting and election for officers and board members. The meeting is at Mt. Auburn Presbyterian Church at 7pm.

On Wednesday, October 19,  view the 2013 documentary "How We Got Gay". The meeting is at Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church at 7 pm.

Second Tuesday monthly meetings start with a social period at 7:00 pm with the meeting from 7:30 to 9:30. They are held at Mt. Auburn Presbyterian Church, 103 Wm. Howard Taft, Cincinnati 45219 . After announcements, introductions and the program, we break into small groups and share our stories.

Third Wednesday meetings are held from 7 to 9 pm at Mt. Washington Presbyterian Church, 6474 Beechmont Ave, Cincinnati 45230. We start with small groups followed by the program.

At the October 11 meeting at Mt Auburn, we will hold our annual meeting and elections for officers and board members. The current officers and board members are nominated to continue. Michael Cotrell President, Colette Lindemann Vice President, Alynn Rousselle Secretary and Tom Jenkins Treasurer. At large: Steven Bruening, Tony Phillips and Marian Weage. We are now accepting membership payments for the 2016-17 year. Click on the Membership tab at http://pflagcinci.org/ for a membership form or to pay online. Or pay at the meeting.

PFLAG is the organization for parents, families, allies and LGBTQ people united for equality ---
PFLAG Cincinnati is a 501(c)3 organization and not affiliated with any religious or political group. 
Out of the Darkness Walk 
Join with those committed to reducing the suicide rate in the US by 20% by 2025.  When you walk in the Out of the Darkness Walks, you join the effort with hundreds of thousands of people to raise awareness and funds that allow the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to invest in new research, create educational programs, advocate for public policy, and support survivors of suicide loss.

The Cincinnati Walk is  Sunday October 16th at Sawyer Point Park downtown.  Registration begins at 5pm and the walk kicks off at 6pm. 

Click here for more information.  

CINTIT Tournament

It's time for the annual CINTIT Bowling Tournament!  CINTIT (Cincinnati Tri-State Invitational Tournament) in a non profit organization which promotes social and service awareness throughout the Greater Cincinnati/Tri-State region. While the organization is formed through LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender) fellowship, the focus of the organization provides outreach and support for all aspects of our community.   Through fundraising efforts and community service events, CINTIT assists organizations such as Meals on Wheels, Hamilton County SPCA, and The Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Cincinnati.   By holding our tournaments, fundraisers, and events, we attempt to provide fellowship for everyone, regardless of background.  We appreciate the support of our sponsors and look forward to many more years of continued community involvement.  

 

Visit www.cintit.org to register for the tournament as a participant or supporter. Host bowling center is Walt's Center Lanes in Newport KY and the host hotel is the Radisson Hotel Cincinnati Riverfront.  

Great Events Coming this Fall     



There are a lot of great events coming up later this fall in Cincinnati.  Be sure to add these to your online calendar now!

Want to add you upcoming event to the list?  email us and we'll add you to the next newsletter.  Newsletters publish on the first Monday of each month.





 

November 3rd - Pay What You Can Preview of Billy Elliott benefiting GLSEN Cincinnati

Looking for a fun night out for your Gay-Straight-Trans Alliance, Employee Resource Group, or all your BFFs? Join GLSEN and Cincinnati Music Theatre on November 3 at the Aronoff Center for a musical about a young boy's inspiring passion for dance. See BILLY ELLIOT in a pay-what-you-can preview, the night before it opens to the public! Advance reservations are encouraged but not required. Reserve your spot in advance here:  https://donate-greatercincinnati.glsen.org/page/contribute/PWYC. Preview proceeds benefit GLSEN Greater Cincinnati.   Complete details at this link. 
  

November 4 - 6 - OutReels Cincinnati

What started as the CNKY Scene Film Festival in 2012 is celebrating its 5th year producing an LGBT film festival.  We went back to the roots of LGBT cinema and last year brought back the OutReels Cincinnati title used by the Gay and Lesbian Center of Cincinnati in 2006 and 2007. 
 
This year films will screen at the Warsaw Federal Incline Theater on November 4th-6th. 
 

November 18 - Tri-State Leather/Rubber/Pup Contest 2016

The Tri-State Leather/Rubber/Pup contest will be held at The Contemporary Arts Center in downtown Cincinnati, 2 blocks from the host hotel, the Millennium. The annual OINK dance follows immediately after the contest. The contest will begin at 8pm and the dance will begin at 11pm. KINK U will be conducting classes on Saturday afternoon.


 
Transgender Day of Remembrance is a  day  to memorialize those who have been murdered as a result of transphobia, and to bring attention to the continued violence endured by the transgender  community.
 
The Greater Cincinnati Transgender Day of Remembrance is Sunday November 20th from 2-6pm. The event will be held at  Northern Kentucky University's Student Union building.  
 
Transportation will be provided for those in need.  
 
  The 2016 program will be broken into four parts. 
 
1- Interfaith Ceremony. 2:15-3:15 
2- Light refreshments 3:00 - 3:30  
3. Main Ceremony (reading of the names / speakers) 3:30-4:30
4. Reception banquet 4:30-6:00 (includes workshops on grieving)
 

  Buy that Christmas tree, wreath, or roping - or volunteer your time to help us sell!  This is one of Caracole's favorite fundraisers of the year for many reasons: Findlay Market, holiday cheer and great company. Join Caracole at Findlay Market Friday after thanksgiving 11/25 (9a-4p) and every Saturday (8a-6p) and Sunday (10a-4p) in December until Christmas! We have Fraser firs, scotch pines, and wreaths, and garland. 
Below Zero Lounge - Dance... Dance... Dance!!!  
 
Proud Scholars 
What's Going on Tillie's Lounge
ISQCCBE Happenings
The Imperial Sovereign Queen City Court of the Buckeye Empire, Inc. (The Court) is a local, Cincinnati-based 501-(c)(3) incorporated non-profit organization. The Court's purpose is to raise fund for contribution to and in support of any and all charitable [minimum 501 (c)(3)] causes. The Court represents the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, questioning, allied communities, and all concerned in support of community functions.
 
Resource for LGBTQ Youth

  
GLSEN Greater Cincinnati hosts a weekly Youth Group meeting.  The GLSEN Youth Group is a safe and welcoming space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and questioning (LGBTQ) youth and their allies to gather. Each week the group explores a topic of interest to middle and high school-aged youth with an emphasis on LGBTQ issues. Youth group also includes weekly social time and a quarterly social outing or activity. GLSEN Youth Group relies on a series of youth generated ground rules to keep our space supportive and positive. We participate in days of action sponsored by GLSEN national and provide opportunities and resources for group members to organize actions in their school community, such as Day of Silence and Ally Week. - Click here for more details.

   
What's Happening in the Bars 

 
 
   901 Race Street - Downtown Cincinnati
   Facebook:  Bar 901

   Open daily 4pm - 11 pm
   Relaxing place to socialize plus drink specials
 
 


  701 Bakewell Street - Covington KY
  Facebook:  Bar 32

  Great Cocktails for All Walks of Life! Just a warm and friendly little
  neighborhood bar. Come in and relax


 
  1122 Walnut Street - Downtown Cincinnati
  Facebook:  Below Zero Lounge

  The Below Zero Lounge is an ultra plush martini lounge.  A
   selection of 100 vodkas.
  
      


  1714 Hanfield Street - Northside
  Facebook:  C&D Bar

  A longtime neighborhood bar in Northside.  Stop in and check out
 artwork on display from local artists
 


 
  1122 Walnut Street - Downtown Cincinnati
  Facebook:  The Cabaret

  The Queen City's Premiere Show Bar
  Shows every Friday and Saturday night at 11pm  -  Don't forget
  Tipsy Thursdays too!  
  

 
  901 Washington Street - Newport KY
  Facebook: The Crazy Fox Saloon

  Smokefree in NKY!  Neighborhood atmosphere featuring regular
  events like Drinking Liberally and Trivia Smackdown




  603 West Pete Rose Way - Downtown Cincinnati
  Facebook:  The Dock Complex

  Cincinnati's longest-running dance club!  3 complete bars, covered  
  smoking patio, patio lounge with volley ball court, best dance floor
   
  Dance until  4am!Showtimes after 11pm & 12:30am.


     
   404 W. Pike Street, Covington, KY 41011
   Facebook: The 404 Nightclub
 
Showcasing America's Music in the Heart of Covington's Historic District!  Open Friday and Saturday 5pm-1m.  Live music every Friday and Saturday 8pm-midnight. On the web at www.the404Nightclub.com.
     

   2401 Vine Street - Mt. Auburn (Near University Village)
   Facebook: Home Base Tavern

   Stop in once and Home Base Tavern  will become your new favorite
   neighborhood hangout!
  
 
    835 Main Street - Downtown
    Facebook: Main Event
  
   Tuesday Night Theater - Hosted by Bella Dolce with special guest
   performances each week. Dance floor opens at 11pm - dance until
   2:30pm. Show begins 12:15am.  No cover (with purchase). Ages 18+
   
       
 13 Old Street - Monroe
  Facebook:  Old Street Saloon

 Friendliest little bar up North!  Open Weds-Sat featuring Happy Hour 
 from 8-9pm. Karaoke on the 1st and 3rd Fridays; Drag shows Friday
 and Saturday Night.  4th Friday Drag Show by the ISQCCBE

 
 
  817 Broadway Street - Downtown Cincinnati
  Facebook:  On Broadway Bar

   A friendly place where old friends come to meet new friends &
  good   friends come to have fun. Come as you are, everyone is
  welcome.  Shows hosted by Tyese Rainz every Friday night
  


  
  643 Bakewell Street - Covington, KY
  Facebook:  Rosie's Tavern

  Covington's neighborhood tradition - great friends and great drinks
  Rosie's always has free pool, $6 domestic pitchers & $2 wells on
  Monday & KY Bourbon $5.50 a shot on Tuesdays

  

 
    428 Walnut, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202
    Facebook:  Simon Says 
  
    One of Cincinnati's oldest gay bars "where everyone knows your    
    name!" Happy Hour everyday from 11am-8pm. Game Day beer
    specials.   Mon-Sat 11am - 2:30am; Sun 11am - 12midnight
  


  4042 Hamilton Avenue - Northside
  Facebook:  Tillie's Lounge

  Cincinnati's newest lounge features plush decor, intimate seating
 arrangements and a massive chandelier over a baby grand piano. 
 Live music on Saturday night; Karaoke on Sunday night.
  
 

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As we build our membership base, we are pleased to welcome you with special reduced membership dues to join the Gay Chamber. Simply fill out the information below so that we can update our records. This can also be done online at our website: gaychambercincinnati.com.  

 

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  • Exclusive member networking and social events
  • Free listing in monthly Chamber Newsletter to publicize your upcoming events and services
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We value your membership and encourage you to attend Chamber events and reach out to your fellow members. Here's how to contact us:

 

Greater Cincinnati Gay Chamber of Commerce

P.O. Box 141461

Cincinnati, OH 45250-1461

membership@gaychambercincinnati.com

 

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