SGN Dec 20, 2019 - Part 2

Arts & Entertainment

Pacific MusicWorks’ ¡Navidad! an exciting Christmas concert

by Sharon Cumberland

A&E Writer

HALL BENAROYA HALL December 15

Pacific MusicWorks, the wonderful and well-known team of early music performers, presented an exciting Christmas concert with origins in Mexico and Spain, as the title ¡Navidad! suggests. The program of nine arias and duets sung by sopranos Danielle

Rise of Skywalker goes over to the Darkside of the Force

by Sara Michelle Fetters

A&E Writer

Charming Mrs. Doubtfire needs adjustments for Broadway

by Miryam Gordon SGN A&E Writer

MRS. DOUBTFIRE 5TH AVENUE THEATRE Through January 4

There is a huge trend in recent years to turn movies into stage musicals. Some end up in the trash heap of historical flops (think Flashdance – the awful musical that toured into the Paramount in 2013). Recently, Tootsie the Musical gained a

Ambitiously creepy Cats a memorably impurrfect musical mess

by Sara Michelle Fetters SGN A&E Writer

I’m not sure bringing 40 years of fandom to a final conclusion in one motion picture is possible, so it’s not a surprise that Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker buckles a see ¡ NAVIDAD! page 3 see MRS. DOUBTFIRE page 3

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Say what you will about Academy Award-winning director Tom Hooper’s (The King’s Speech, Les Misérables) adaptation of Andrew Lloyd Webber’s Broad-

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Broadway run for a time and now the 5th Avenue Theatre is hosting the out-of-town warm-up of Mrs. Doubtfire (the musical) before it enters the competitive Broadway world in February 2020.

What that means is that right here in our fair city, you can see essentially the Broadway show just before it hits New York! So, the stellar cast, headed by multi-talented Rob McClure, already celebrated for his popular Broadway turn in Something Rotten, is here in Seattle strutting their stuff in what is sure to be very close to what people in a Broadway theater will see.

There is no doubt that the cast of this show is top-notch. While adapting a tourde-force performance by Robin Williams in the film into a stage musical was no sure thing, I can report that there are some very solid belly laughs to be had in this surprisingly charming show.

McClure demonstrates his talents throughout, and dominates the show. He juggles, he sings, he dances, he changes clothes and voices and personas, and all are excellently done!

The story of the movie, that an actordad who has never grown up has worn out his wife (who has grown up) and marriage and is in danger of losing access to his kids until he decides to fake being a nanny for them, is all there. Book writers (script) Karey Kirkpatrick and John O’Farrell have stayed very close to the original tale, except that Daniel Hillard is now in commercials instead of cartoons.

Music and lyrics writers Karey and Wayne Kirkpatrick have crafted some very funny and fun upbeat contemporary music, especially for the commercials. None of those songs, though, are of any particular time-lasting quality – they just sound “contemporary.” Their ballads are less satisfactory.

Also, here in 2019/2020, their treatment of Miranda Hillard, the beleaguered wife,

played with all her might by Jenn Gambatese, is really pretty poor. Gambatese tries to help us understand and identify with this wife, but can’t really overcome the wooden treatment of the character they’ve scripted. Better is the treatment of the three Hillard children, led by young powerhouse Annalise Scarpaci as Lydia. This young lady is definitely “one to watch” as she moves to Broadway. Jake Ryan Flynn as Chris and Avery Sell as Natalie also do a great job. But why have the oldest Lydia be suspicious and want to make trouble only to turn around and apologize before even mouthing off once? This is one of the hardto-believe moments that can easily be fixed.

Choreography by Lorin Latarro is sharp and terrific, and the pacing brisk as director Jerry Zaks seamlessly knits the scenes together. The handsome set by David Korins moves beautifully to change locations and looks effortless.

A fun innovation away from the movie is a nightmare that Daniel has of the social worker (Charity Angel Dawson) finding out he’s the nanny, with what looks like dozens of Mrs. Doubtfires. Dawson gets her chance to belt her face off, which she does with great power, but why is she all glitzed up? Shouldn’t she still look like the social worker? And what if there were several social worker types running after the Doubtfires?

Sampson and Tess Altiveros, as well as four instrumental pieces performed by PMW’s brilliant musicians, treated the audience to a tour of Hispanic music spanning the mid seventeenth to the late eighteenth centuries. Many Christmas concerts succeed on the basis of familiarity; how we love to hear our favorite Christmas carols and hymns, or to sing along to Handel’s Messiah! Yet this concert succeeded on its unfamiliarity – a discovery of music rarely heard, yet richly deserving of an audience. It was like opening a box of Christmas treats and finding the most delicious and unusual selection of chocolates inside.

The evening began with a poem by Mexican nun and philosopher Suor Juana Inés de la Cruz (c. 1651-1695) set to music by Bolivian Manuel de Mesa y Carrizo (1725-1773). Las Flores y las Estrellas presents a mini-drama between the stars, who think themselves superior because the child Jesus saw them and loved them first, and the flowers, who think that the flower-like qualities of the child’s lips and feet justify their claim of superiority over the stars. The two sopranos sang the three verses of this musical debate with such charm and sweetness that the flowers (Danielle Sampson in a sparkly star-like dress) and the stars (Tess Altiveros in a flowing gown of flowers) were equally triumphant. Suor Juana was writing in the tradition of courtly love in which objects in nature – representing human

qualities – debate their various virtues with wit and elegance. As the program notes point out, Jesuits from Spain spread these traditions through South America as they established missions on the American continent. Suor Juana, and the anonymous lyricists who wrote words for the other arias in ¡Navidad!, adapted European forms for religious purposes.

For instance, shades of a Spanish tradition surrounding dwarves provided a surprising take on the Christmas theme in Guatemalan composer Manuel José de Quirós’ (1690-1765) A Bethleem a questa noche In this lively folk tune, full of tambourine percussion and guitar strumming, a troop of dwarves arrive in Bethlehem to dance “like little clay statues in a Nativity scene.” They are described as “halfcooked chickpeas” in “the great stewpot of the world” who, even though small, even though outcasts, as “Children of Eve… have achieved their freedom.” The Spanish Royal Court was famous for its dwarves, especially in the reign of Philip IV, when court painter Diego Velázquez painted many of their portraits. This fascination with small or distorted versions of humanity focused attention on the invisible flaws of all people. At Christmas the redemption of humanity – kings and dwarves alike – is inherent in the birth of Christ.

One of my favorite song sequences was Spanish composer Juan Francés Iribarren’s (1699-1767) Por aquel horizonte that so clearly depicts the joy of the earth and all its creatures at the imminent moment

of Christ’s birth: “…as he approaches the boundary/Hope itself envies the one/Who is coming into the world.” The beauty of the music and the blended voices of the two sopranos made the hyperbole of the lyrics seem perfectly rational. It opens a window into an age of belief so deep and literal that all of creation stands still at the moment when the redemption of humanity becomes possible. And when you think of how dismal humanity can be (no shortage of examples in our own historical moment – corruption, gun violence, human trafficking, melting glaciers) the redemption of humanity from sin is a pretty amazing idea. To the composer and his audiences, Hope itself envies the Christ child because hope is an unresolved condition, whereas salvation is assured.

Pacific MusicWorks always has instrumental pieces that bring baroque music alive in a way that makes that distant period feel contemporary. Trio sonatas by the brothers José Plá (1728-1762) and Juan Bautista Plá (1720-1773) were highlights of the evening, showcasing violinists Tekla Cunningham and Christine Beckman. The lively voices moving back and forth between them, and the cascading melodies flowing among the players is as wonderful to watch as it is to hear. The cheerful piling up of melodies and variations supported the Christmas spirit of the whole evening. A particularly welcome piece was Francisco Guerau’s (1649-1722) Espanoleta – a showcase for the baroque guitar, accompanied by the baroque harp. Stephan Stubbs, in addition to being the Co-Artistic Director

There is a lot to like about this show, but there is some work to be done before they open again on Broadway. Hats off to the 5th Avenue Theatre for continuing to be the home for out-of-town tryouts for Broadway-bound shows! Here’s to #24 and #25 and #26.

For more information, go to www.5thavenue.org or call 206-625-1900.

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of Pacific MusicWorks is a virtuoso lutenist and guitarist. His execution of this rapid and intricate piece was fascinating, not only as exciting music but as a demonstration of how such sounds can be made thorough an array of strumming techniques. Later in the program harpist Maxine Eilander played Marionas by Lucas Ruiz de Ribayaz y Fonseca (1626-after 1677) – a welcome solo that showed the full range of the harp, with the melody in one hand and the deeper alto accompaniment in the other. It’s great to hear the harp as a full-throated instrument instead of angelic source of celestial, cascading notes. After hearing this wonderful piece I vote for more real harp music.

The audience left the Nordstrom Recital Hall in high spirits, having heard yet another terrific concert from Pacific MusicWorks. It was a concert that foregrounded Hispanic music with all its drama, exaggeration, and intricacy. It put a spotlight on music that may have been unfamiliar to many in the audience and provided blessed relief from the seasonal clichés of Holiday pops. It banished the December blues and brought light into the busy season. ¡Navidad! also offered an unapologetic view of the second most important Christian holy day (Easter is the most important). On so many levels, it was a blessing.

Pacific MusicWorks’ next concert is “Genius Unbound,” featuring baroque violinist Tekla Cunningham, on March 7, 2020 at 7:30pm in Nordstrom Recital Hall, and March 8, 2020 at 2pm at Epiphany Parish, Seattle.

The 2019 Seattle Film Critics Society award winners

Parasite named Best Picture of 2019 by Seattle Film Critics Society

The Seattle Film Critics Society (“SFCS”) announced the winners in 20 categories for the 2019 Seattle Film Critics Society Awards on Monday, December 16, 2019.

Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite proved the big winner this year, landing five awards, including Best Picture of the Year. The South Korean film, which takes a multi-layered look at class and greed in modern-day society, also earned Bong the Best Director award and Best Screenplay, which he shares with co-writer Han Jin-won. Parasite was also named Best Foreign Language Film and the film’s ensemble was honored with the Best Ensemble Cast award.

“2019 was undoubtedly another meaningful year for cinema and, through it all, the film everyone continues to discuss, debate, and talk about is Parasite,” said Seattle Film Critics Society President Mike Ward. “As the movie industry finds itself facing something of a crossroads, in terms of how people see, view, and experience their movies, our slate of nominees and recipients shows that no matter where we look, the movies always find us. Bong Joon-ho’s Parasite is a shining example of a film that envelopes you, engrosses you, and doesn’t easily let you go.”

Uncut Gems, the pulse-pounding, frenetic action film from Josh & Benny Safdie, won two awards – Best Film Editing for Ronald Bronstein and Benny Safdie and Best Original Score for Daniel Lopatin’s innovative, synth-driven work.

Adam Driver was named Best Actor for

his emotional turn in Marriage Story, portraying Charlie Barber, a husband steadying himself for a pending divorce.

The Best Actress prize went to Lupita Nyong’o, whose dual role as Adelaide and Red in Jordan Peele’s horror film, Us, pits one woman’s good and evil side against each other.

For Hustlers, Jennifer Lopez’s acclaimed performance as Ramona, an exotic dancer who orchestrates a scheme to bilk rich clients out of their money, earned her Best Supporting Actress honors. Willem Dafoe was named Best Supporting Actor for his work in The Lighthouse, playing Thomas, a man tasked with supervising and training a new lighthouse keeper in 19th century New England.

The SFCS recognized Ruth E. Carter for the second consecutive year in the Best Costume Design category. A winner last year for her work on Black Panther, Carter’s authentic designs for the 1970’s-era comedy Dolemite is My Name earned her recognition again this year.

In the new Action Choreography award, honoring the best in stunt ensemble performance, the SFCS named John Wick – Chapter 3: Parabellum as its inaugural recipient.

Thomasin McKenzie earned this year’s award for Best Youth Performance in Taika Waititi’s World War II satire, Jojo Rabbit Other winners include: Toy Story 4, which won Best Animated Feature; Apollo 11, which picked up the prize for Best Documentary Feature; 1917, earning the leg-

endary Roger Deakins an award for Best Cinematography, Ad Astra for Best Visual Effects, and Quentin Tarantino’s Once Upon a Time…In Hollywood, which picked up the Best Production Design award.

The Villain of the Year was awarded to “The Red Dress,” a common element throughout Peter Strickland’s horror/comedy In Fabric, which has a significant effect on all those who come into possession of it.

After formation in the fall of 2016, the Seattle Film Critics Society officially became a non-profit organization in 2017, with a membership now consisting of 26 film critics, representing print, broadcast, podcasting, and online film criticism. This year’s awards are the fourth held under the banner of the SFCS, honoring the best films and performances of the year.

The full list of recipients of the 2019 Seattle Film Critics Society Awards are as follows:

THE 2019 SEATTLE FILM CRITICS SOCIETY AWARD WINNERS:

BEST PICTURE OF THE YEAR: Parasite (NEON)

BEST DIRECTOR: Bong Joon-ho, Parasite

BEST ACTOR: Adam Driver, Marriage Story

BEST ACTRESS: Lupita Nyong’o, Us

BEST SUPPORTING ACTOR: Willem Dafoe, The Lighthouse

BEST SUPPORTING ACTRESS: Jennifer Lopez, Hustlers

BEST ENSEMBLE CAST: Parasite BEST SCREENPLAY: Parasite – Bong Joon-ho, Han Jin-won (screenplay); Bong Joon-ho (story)

BEST ANIMATED FEATURE: Toy Story 4 – Josh Cooley, director

BEST FOREIGN LANGUAGE FILM: Parasite – Bong Joon-ho, director

BEST DOCUMENTARY FEATURE: Apollo 11 – Todd Douglas Miller, director

BEST CINEMATOGRAPHY: 1917 –Roger Deakins

BEST COSTUME DESIGN: Dolemite is My Name – Ruth E. Carter

BEST FILM EDITING: Uncut Gems –Ronald Bronstein, Benny Safdie

BEST ORIGINAL SCORE: Uncut Gems – Daniel Lopatin

BEST PRODUCTION DESIGN: Once

Upon A Time…In Hollywood – Barbara Ling (Production Designer); Nancy Haigh (Set Decorator)

BEST VISUAL EFFECTS: Ad Astra –Allen Maris, Jedediah Smith, Guillaume Rocheron, Scott R.Fisher

BEST ACTION CHOREOGRAPHY:

John Wick – Chapter 3: Parabellum

BEST YOUTH PERFORMANCE: Thomasin McKenzie – Jojo Rabbit

VILLAIN OF THE YEAR: The Red Dress – In Fabric – portrayed by a red dress

Courtesy of Seattle Film Critics Society

way musical smash Cats just know that it is undeniably ambitious; whether that’s a good thing or not is another question entirely. A star-studded spectacle where the cast is digitally transformed via stateof-the-art motion capture visual effects into anthropomorphized fur-covered Barbie

Doll-like felines with human feet, hands and faces, this is one of the more unusual, and sometimes unintentionally unsettling, motion picture experiences I’ve had in quite some time. Make no mistake, Cats is unforgettable, the sad part is that’s frequently for all the wrong reasons.

I have no idea what the actual plot is as coherence is not this film’s strong suit. Having never seen the musical (although, like so many others, very familiar with the music,

especially “Memory”), I can only imagine Webber came up with this bizarre flight of wackiness while he was high as a kite reading a collection of poems by T.S. Eliot. If that wasn’t the case, forgive me if it still feels that way. As for that story, it seems to involve an abandoned kitten named Victoria (Francesca Hayward) who ends up making friends (at least I think they become her friends; I’m still honestly not sure) with a bunch of alley cats on the night of something called the

Ball” where the revered Old Deuteronomy (Judi Dench) will select one worthy feline to ascend to the “Heaviside Layer” so that they can be reborn to a new life. A bunch of singing, dancing and surrealistic craziness ensues.

One of the most popular Broadway productions of all-time, instead of practical sets and makeup (which would echo the stage

little under the pressure of attempting to do just that. What is a shock is how absurdly plotted, risibly ill-advised and lazily trivial far too much of returning director J.J. Abrams’ and Chris Terrio’s (Argo) obnoxious screenplay ends up being. What they have delivered is fan service of the worst kind, pandering to its audience instead of challenging them, delivering a videogame-like spectacle that’s as emotionally empty as it is dispiritingly lifeless.

You have no idea how difficult that was to write. Like many of my generation, the original Star Wars opened my eyes to an expansive cinematic world overflowing with possibility. George Lucas’ 1977 classic led me to films like Rio Bravo, The Hidden Fortress and The Great Escape. It helped me discover authors like Arthur C. Clarke, Ray Bradbury, Isaac Asimov, Marion Zimmer Bradley and Philip K. Dick. Star Wars made me feel like it was okay that, deep down, I knew I was different than many of my friends, that who I wanted to be and what I wanted out of life might be outside of the expected societal norms. It is likely the most important motion picture I have ever seen as far as my personal life is concerned, and as such it, along with the other two films of the original trilogy (1980’s The Empire Strikes Back, 1983’s Return of the Jedi), holds a special place in my heart that will never be replaced.

Nothing has changed much over the decades. While I find the prequels (Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Star Wars: Attack of the Clones, Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith) to be varying degrees of problematic I still think there is plenty to like about

all three of them. They dared to test the audience and do the unexpected, and even if not all of Lucas’ ideas had merit each film is still filled with astonishing moments that made me smile in childlike glee when I first sat down to watch them.

As for Abrams’ Star Wars: The Force Awakens and writer/director Rian Johnson’s Star Wars: The Last Jedi, both interstellar adventures took the story of Jedis and The Force into uncharted territory while also introducing new characters worthy of my emotional attachment. They had energy, heart and chutzpah, and even if they sometimes engendered reactions of the worst possible type from angry little (mostly male, mostly Caucasian) nobodies who didn’t feel their (mostly male, mostly Caucasian) needs weren’t being catered to I was still excited to discover what was going

to happen in this supposedly final chapter of the Skywalker saga all the same.

For all the scenes that sent my heart soaring, for the few rousing sequences I wanted to stand up and cheer as they were happening, The Rise of Skywalker squanders all four decades of my affection for the material and does it almost right out of the gate. Picking up some time after the events of The Last Jedi, Abrams and Terrio engage in frenetic plotting that feels more suitable for a Star Wars video game than it does for the ninth chapter in one of the most popular ongoing stories of the past half-century. The first hour is a monstrous mishmash of expository nonsense that demolishes most of what transpired in the previous motion picture and makes many of the more intriguing ideas initially explored in The Force Awaken s equally inconsequential.

It’s all chaos and fan service and precious little else, the level of nostalgia-pandering Abrams engages in borderline inexcusable.

The basic plot concerns the rise of a new evil in a hidden corner of the universe, the long-dead Emperor Palpatine (Ian McDiarmid) seemingly restored to life via the collective power of his loyal Sith followers. After taking leadership of the First Order, Kylo Ren (Adam Driver) goes in search of the defeated Empire leader, uncertain whether he wants to destroy Palpatine for good or allow the Sith Lord to assist him in his quest to rule the universe.

Meanwhile, Resistance fighters Poe Dameron (Oscar Isaac), Finn (John Boyega) and Chewbacca (Joonas Suotamo) have learned both of a spy hidden amongst the

Fiercely feminist Black Christmas a satirically malevolent gift worth unwrapping

by Sara Michelle Fetters SGN A&E Writer

BLACK CHRISTMAS

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There is nothing subtle about what director Sophia Takal (Always Shine) and cowriter April Wolfe have done with their rambunctious reimagining of Bob Clark’s 1974 horror classic Black Christmas Unlike the 2006 remake (which is actually pretty good; I recommend checking it out), the filmmakers have kept the college campus setting and the sorority protagonists and then crafted an entirely new scenario from that point forward. What they deliver is a fiercely feminist satire that eviscerates the patriarchal status quo while also taking to task the misogynistic man-babies who see a powerful woman as a threat to be destroyed and not an equal worthy of respect.

The students at Hawthorne College are heading home for the December break. Mu Kappa Epsilon sorority sisters Riley (Imogen Poots), Marty (Lily Donoghue), Kris (Aleyse Shannon) and Jesse (Brittany O’Grady) are sticking around, however, and they’ve planned an orphan’s dinner for a few of their friends who also are remaining on campus. But they’ve made enemies with the school’s top fraternity Delta Kappa Omega, and while it initially appeared the animosity between the two Greek houses had started to cool the four women manage to heat things back up with a talent show prank that quickly goes viral once it’s posted online.

From there things proceed somewhat as expected. All the ladies at Hawthorne who’ve stood up for their rights against male authority figures begin to receive ominous text messages claiming to be from

the school’s long-deceased founder. Next, various sorority sisters who were supposed to be traveling home for the holiday’s ominously begin to disappear. Finally, Riley and her friends end up in a fight for their lives against a lethally terrifying masked menace, none of the quartet certain who it is that is attacking them or why they are so eager to end their lives in the most brutally sadistic ways imaginable.

It’s pretty straightforward, and at no point do Takal or Wolfe go to great lengths to conceal what it is they are doing. This is a slasher where toxic masculinity is the culprit and there’s not all that much in the way of debate as to just how heinous that

sort of vile imbecilic evil is. The pair do toss in a few semi-supernatural twists and turns for good measure, and not every guy is depicted as a massive ass-hat worthy of a swift kick to their privates. But that’s all window dressing as far as the bigger picture is concerned. Female empowerment is the game of the day, and watching these ladies take charge of their lives, their emotions, their bodies and their futures is as empowering as it is flat-out terrific.

There is a decided lack of scares, and other than a well-placed jump gag that left me visibly startled I can’t say I was ever on the edge of my seat in terror. It’s also incredibly obvious what is going on and

Game Jumanji: The Next Level a goofily imaginative sequel

by Sara Michelle Fetters

SGN A&E Writer

JUMANJI: THE NEXT LEVEL

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Returning to Brantford, New Hampshire for the first time since leaving for college to spend the holidays with their families, friends Spencer (Alex Wolff), Martha (Morgan Turner), Fridge (Ser’Darius Blain) and Bethany (Madison Iseman) are excited

to be reunited. Well, all four of them save Spencer. He’s in a bit of a funk. College isn’t going as he anticipated. He’s worried he isn’t good enough for Martha. He thinks his

who the culprit is, Takal showing her hand early on and I kind of wonder if I’d have felt more in the way of suspense had she and Wolfe not been so crystal clear about the nature of the threat stalking the feminist women of Hawthorne College. The director’s staging of a climactic melee also left a little something to be desired, the way it is frenetically shot and edited creating something of an obnoxious visual blur I found slightly frustrating.

Not that it matters. Poots is very good, delivering a far more subtly complicated performance than I anticipated. The Green Room and The Art of Self-Defense star makes Riley come alive in ways that are intimately haunting, the scars left by an unthinkable event from her recent past leaving the young woman an emotionally closedoff version of the vivacious outgoing person she used to be. Watching Poots rediscover an inner strength of will that will not only save herself but hopefully additional women as well is joyous in its energetic tenacity, this fiery explosion of self-empowered resilience so forceful I almost wanted to spring out of my theatre seat and cheer.

The rest of the cast is equally strong, especially Donoghue and Shannon, while O’Grady channels her inner Karen Smith as she steals scenes with her crack comedic timing and an ability to land a perceptive zinger so insightful her friends are forced to take note of it whether they want to or not. I also loved how lethal Takal is, the director taking zero prisoners as she shows how unchecked masculine puffedup bravado can destroy all it touches even when women bend the knee and willingly allow themselves to be treated like helpless submissive sex dolls. A constant state of danger exists throughout the film and I always felt the possibility that every character could meet a deadly end at the most unexpected moment, the cruel abruptness of a couple of the deaths tragically breaking my heart.

There will be a lot of whining and moaning about how purposefully political all of this is, most of it coming from the very type of disgruntled (and mostly male) nincompoops Takal and Wolfe go out of their way to satirically eviscerate. But this new Black Christmas is a heck of a lot more than a talented filmmaker beating a socially-conscious drum. Takal has manufactured a monstrously entertaining horror riff that intelligent audiences of all backgrounds, races and genders will hopefully find just as much fun to watch as I did, this merry little not-really-a-remake remake a gleefully malevolent horror gift I’m happy I took the time to unwrap.

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production) Hooper tasks his visual effects artists to transform his cast into these odd, apparently sexless cat people. He creates a psychedelic series of sets that are a mixture of practical and digital, giving his film a cartoonish sheen that makes it often look like an animated musical instead of a live-action one. The director strikes an unbalanced tone that wavers between states of wacky and serious and depressive and euphoric with almost no concept of how these various emotional states of being should connect one to the other. In short, it’s a lot to take in.

Hooper has stacked his cast with a number of talented performers, there’s no question about that. Problem is, only a scant few of them are able to rise above the visual chaos to actually deliver an engaging performance. Newcomer Hayward is a London Royal Ballet Principal Dancer and she is certainly memorably charismatic as Victoria. Dench dives all-in as the wise Old Deuteronomy, and I found her eccentric star turn continually fascinating even if I didn’t have the first clue as to what it was she was trying to do or what emotion she was attempting to convey. There’s also some nice work from Laurie Davidson as the “magical cat” Mr. Mistoffelees and from 2015 An American in Paris Tony-nominee Robbie Fairchild as mischievous storyteller Munkustrap, while Ian McKellen has a lovely moment as Gus The Theatre Cat I liked a whole heck of a lot. As for Oscar-winner Jennifer Hudson as the tragic Grizabella, her performance during the last act is nothing less than magnificent, and if I’m being honest my opinion of the film as a whole substantially improved all thanks to her.

But not enough that I can recommend anyone go and watch this one. This is a phantasmagoric train wreck that aims high even though it continually keeps missing the target. Cinematographer Christopher Ross’ (Yesterday) camera never stops moving, making watching the talented dancers strut their stuff (including anytime the dynamic Hayward and Fairchild join forces) challenging. The rigor of navigating the hallucinogenic chaos is made all the more difficult courtesy

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highest ranks of the First Order as well as of Palpatine’s resurrection. Even though General Leia Organa (Carrie Fisher) worries she’s rushing too quickly into danger, current Jedi-in-training Rey (Daisy Ridley) believes they must find the former Emperor and stop whatever plans he might be plotting before they have time to blossom into reality. Rey is also beginning to wonder if her connection to Kylo Ren might be too much for her to overcome, hoping that her connection to The Force might allow some insight as to what the correct course of action is so the Resistance can survive and the First Order can be defeated once and for all.

There’s a lot more, but going into any of it in detail could be construed as a spoiler so I’m going to avoid saying anything more. Not that it matters. Abrams and Terrio don’t seem to care about their story. They seem more excited about hitting Really! Big! Moments! that they’re fairly certain the audience is going to cheer for than they are doing anything substantive or characterdriven. All of the new cast members are introduced with zero fanfare and given precious little to do to stand out from the crowd other than to look interesting and/ or do something cool. Returnees like General Hux (Domhnall Gleeson) or Rose Tico (Kelly Marie Tran) are blank-faced bystanders and I imagine the only reason they’re still part of the story is because they were left alive at the end of The Last Jedi

But the biggest misstep is that Abrams appears content to play it safe and refuses to challenge the audience in any way whatsoever. His film panders, refuting or trivializing what happened in the past two stories at practically every opportunity. He seems to feel content to bring back the likes of Billy Dee Williams as Lando Calrissian or make

of Melanie Oliver’s (Anna Karenina) frenetic editing, Hooper having his technical team create a sensation of visual hyperbole that comes perilously close to off-putting.

There is the continual sensation that the visual effects have been left unfinished. As incredible (if still creepy) as the human-cat hybrids might look (That hair! Those ears! The tails! The twang of each individual cat’s whiskers!), the backgrounds are like something out of the early 2000s circa George Lucas’ Star Wars prequels. The effects on the secondary creatures (which includes tap dancing cockroaches and tiny singing mice, the latter of which appear to be portrayed by wide-eyed terrified children) are ungainly and look rather terrible.

Then there are the unanswered questions that pop up throughout. When do these cats wear clothes? When do they not wear clothes? Why do some wear shoes and others do not? What’s with the way the sets sometimes seem human-sized and then seconds later look cat-sized? Why do they all want to go to the Heaviside Layer so bad? Doesn’t that just mean they’re being sent off to die? What is it, exactly, that Idris Elba (as the wicked and selfish Macavity) is doing in this movie and why do I find it so uncomfortably unappealing? These are just a few of the items I keep pondering to no avail, that last question may be the most vexing of them all. As for supporting turns from Rebel Wilson (looking bored), Taylor Swift (barely in it but suitably vampish) and James Corden (insufferably obnoxious), there’s not a lot to say, and I can’t say any of them make much of a lasting impression.

Things do start to become more tolerable when Dench shows up about halfway through, the unhinged freneticism of the cinematography and editing dialed down at least a tiny bit as soon as Old Deuteronomy starts the process of making her pick of who to send to the Heaviside Layer. As for the climactic sequence featuring Hudson, it’s magnificent, her ability to convey a mixture of melancholy, rage, regret, sadness, conviction and pain while singing the heck out of this production’s most famous song extraordinary. Cats might be a mess, but it’s a one-of-a-kind incredibly memorable mess (for better and for worse), and for all I know that’s entirely by design.

a pointlessly big deal out of Rey’s parentage in lieu of trying to bring things to a culmination in a manner that might have been more expressively long-lasting or noteworthy. It’s frankly depressing, and I’m not sure there’s anything more I need to add.

As harsh as all this sounds I will say that Kylo Ren’s story arc is handled reasonably well, Driver’s astutely multifaceted performance one of the film’s strongest and most mesmeric attributes. Fisher, who tragically passed long before filming started, is brought back utilizing a collection of deleted scenes from The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi, the care, respect and love paid to her and her timeless character uncontestably divine. There are a handful of additional little moments that die-hard fans of the series won’t be able to stop themselves from tearing up over (if even only a little bit), and it must be said that while I find Palpatine’s resurrection obnoxiously silly gosh darn it all if McDiarmid’s portrayal of this malignantly venomous villain is as magnificent as ever. The actor knows how to send chills up my spine like virtually no one else, and even if I wish the character wasn’t here his appearances still manage to be insidiously effective all the same.

Maybe I’ll not feel so sad after I give The Rise of Skywalker a second look. Maybe its more obvious qualities (including what is reported to be the great John Williams’ final score, which is every bit as marvelous as I ever could have hoped it was going to be) will break me out of my funk and make me see this newest Star Wars in a different light. Until then, the unhappiness I feel right now, in this moment, isn’t going to dissipate anytime soon, and for a series filled with the highest highs (and a small handful of the lowest lows) this is the first time I feel like The Force is no longer with the franchise and the Darkside of corporate cookie-cutter greed has proven to be victorious.

Fearless Rabid an unfocused remake of the Cronenberg classic

by Sara Michelle Fetters

SGN A&E Writer

RABID

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David Cronenberg’s rambunctious 1977 body horror cult favorite Rabid isn’t a classic because it’s an all-time great motion picture. (I don’t think there are many who would make that claim.) It’s a classic because it refreshingly takes no prisoners while showcasing a dehumanized world where a young woman is transformed by life-saving science into a blood-sucking carrier of a virulent strain of the rabies virus. It is a classic because Cronenberg utilizes his shoestring budget with creative ingenuity. It is a classic because, for all the social commentary, for all it has to say about consumerism, gender equality, sexual freedom, political malfeasance in the public square and the slow (if steady) militarization of law enforcement, the director keeps a razor-sharp focus on leading lady Marilyn Chambers and the all-too-human tragedy that is malevolently destroying her life.

American Mary directors Jen and Sylvia Soska (a.k.a. The Soska Sisters) tackle what seems like an impossible task with their new take on Cronenberg’s iconic Canadian horror opus. Thankfully, along with screenwriter John Serge (Dead on Campus) the two filmmakers use the 1977 film as inspiration for an all-new story instead of slapping together a line-by-line remake. While some of the themes are similar, the Soskas are looking to explore the emotional interiors of their unknowing viral carrier of this genetically-enhanced mutation of the rabies virus with a bit more specificity than Cronenberg’s original did. They also want to scare the bejesus out of the audience utilizing crack practical makeup effects that are as gruesome as they are impressive. It almost works. While there are a ton of marvelous ideas percolating inside of Serge’s scenario, many of them are left unfinished or only briefly explored before the filmmakers shift their gaze someplace else. There are shocking moments during the climactic stretch where things venture full-bore into H.P. Lovecraft territory almost as if the entire creative team decided to go there on the spur of the moment. Interesting characters disappear for long stretches for virtually no reason, while key relationships aren’t given the type of examination or attention that they deserve and which could help make the blossoming

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friends and family are disappointed in him. On top of all of that, Spencer comes home to discover he’s sharing his bedroom with his cranky grandfather Eddie (Danny DeVito) who is recovering from hip surgery. In his mind things couldn’t be worse, and there’s precious little he can do about any of it. Or is there? Unbeknownst to his friends, Spencer kept the pieces of the Jumanji game console the four of them destroyed not so long ago. When Martha, Fridge and Bethany come looking for him, all they find is an empty basement and that cursed video game’s home screen flickering on the television. Knowing they have no other choice, the group head back into Jumanji to save Spencer, believing he’ll be back in the avatar of hunky adventurer Dr. Smolder Bravestone (Dwayne Johnson) while they’ll in turn be reunited with their own game personas of Ruby Round-

tragedy unfolding throughout an unforgiving urban jungle have more devastating power than it ultimately does.

Yet that does not make the Soskas’ latest a waste of time. Far from it. They stage a number of insidiously affecting sequences, not the least of which is a chilling face-off between doctor and patient where truth is an illusion and knowledge is a cudgel that only inflicts additional pain. The aforementioned practical makeup effects are also suitably grisly, the directors waiting to unleash a tidal wave of blood and guts until the precise moment they’ve ratcheted up the emotional components for their heroine to their most psychologically excruciating. They also get a terrifically complex performance out of actress Laura Vandervoort, and no matter what sort of grotesque craziness might be happening all around her at any given time she still holds the screen with determined intensity.

The plot is relatively straightforward. Timid designer Rose (Vandervoort), an orphan whose parents were killed in a car crash, is in a horrific traffic accident where half of her jaw is ripped off. Best friend, adopted sister and blossoming haute couture model Chelsea (Hanneke Talbot), convinces her to go to an experimental stem cell clinic run by the kindly Dr. Burroughs (Ted Atherton). There, Rose undergoes an advanced transplant procedure utilizing groundbreaking techniques. Her face not only restored but improved to the point all childhood scars

house (Karen Gillan), Mouse Finbar (Kevin Hart) and Dr. Shelly Oberon (Jack Black).

That things do not work as planned goes without saying otherwise what would be the point of this third chapter of the Jumanji franchise Jumanji: The Next Level existing in the first place. Only Martha ends up where she thought she would, while both grandpa Eddie and his estranged friend and former business partner Milo (Danny Glover) are mysteriously sucked into the game instead of a perplexed Bethany. As for Fridge, he made it inside the game, but instead of becoming Mouse he’s instead stuck inside Dr. Oberon, a strange turn of events he’s not happy with.

Returning director Jake Kasdan balances all of these various characters and situations with playful skill, the screenplay he co-scripted alongside writers Jeff Pinkner (Venom) and Scott Rosenberg (Con Air) an enjoyable bit of energetic, character-driven nonsense that’s a heck of a lot of fun. Much like 2017’s Jumanji: Welcome to the Jungle,

are erased, the young woman gets back to her life with a newfound confidence that impresses her boss German fashion designer Gunter (Mackenzie Gray) so much he tasks her with designing the showcase piece for his latest runway show.

Of course, things aren’t anything near what they appear to be. Rose, a passionate vegetarian who abhors the very thought of consuming meat, suddenly finds she is craving blood. She is also prone to long blackouts and strange hallucinations where she is stalking the moonlit streets and ripping the throats out of a variety of men with nothing more than her teeth. From there a rabies-like viral outbreak blossoms throughout the city, and with the CDC unable to figure out how it started or cure those who have been infected authorities begin shooting carriers on-sight instead of allowing doctors the opportunity to try and treat them. Chaos and madness ensue while Rose wanders cluelessly amidst it all having no idea she’s the one responsible for this apocalyptic nightmare.

Serge’s script keeps the outbreak portion of Cronenberg’s version, but other than a few other somewhat clever connections the films couldn’t be more dissimilar. Rose’s character is beefed up considerably, and while there is a romantic interest, fashion photographer and journalist Brad (Benjamin Hollingsworth), he’s nowhere near the focal point of the story. If anything the Soskas treat him like hunky, well-meaning eye-candy, and

this goofy lark into video game mayhem has a sparkling comedic pizzazz that’s infectious. Even more impressive, Kasdan stages better action scenes for this outing, a climactic set piece set inside an icy mountainside lair featuring a massive hydrogen-fueled zeppelin a vast improvement over the previous film’s somewhat ho-hum climax.

I also like how the sequel isn’t content to just safely do the same thing over again, and while Black once again steals the show while channeling his inner Ser’Darius Blain, both Johnson and Hart shine as well as they take on the challenge of inhabiting the personas of Danny DeVito and Danny Glover respectively. There’s also the introduction of a hilarious Awkwafina as crack video game thief and assassin Ming, her performance an uproariously inventive tour de force I found sensational.

It all feels a little too padded every now and then, and while former “Game of Thrones” heavy Rory McCann undeniably looks the part as villainous thug Jurgen

instead of the female characters being the ones ogled by the camera it is undeniably the men who are fetishized here. The film also introduces a monstrous sci-fi element that incomprehensibly comes out of nowhere, all of which leads to a perverse climactic stretch that, while not exactly unique, is certainly something of a minor surprise.

All of which makes it unfortunate that this movie never fully comes into its own. While Rose and Chelsea’s relationship is initially explored with refreshing complexity, at a certain point the latter becomes a minor narrative afterthought. As for that point where the story treads into full-blown creature-feature territory, it’s almost too out in left field to have the type of impact I can’t help but believe the filmmakers were going for.

Still, the Soskas direct their film with confident conviction, and even if I didn’t love every aspect of the production thanks in large part to the pair’s handling of the material coupled with Vandervoort’s strong performance I was certainly never bored. This new Rabid definitely has bite, and while that it fails to draw any more blood than that produced by a pinprick is undeniably a problem, it’s not a big enough one that I can entirely dismiss what it is the filmmakers have done here. It’s possible this remake could grow on me when I take the time to watch it again. Here’s hoping that ends up being the case.

the Brutal, I can’t say the film does enough with him for the character to become truly hissable. The way Bethany and another returning character are both re-introduced into the story isn’t entirely organic and comes off as moderately forced as well, their appearance more a contrived and convenient way to get the gang out of a sticky situation than it is a well-planned plot twist. But as complaints go that’s pretty much all I’ve got. For my money I think this is the best cinematic entry into the world created by author Chris Van Allsburg yet. Kasdan seems to have a knack for making this material come alive, refusing to let the larger-than-life special effects or the outsized comedic performances of his all-star cast overshadow the journey the four primary young adult characters are on. Jumanji: The Next Level continues a story begun way back in 1995 with wit, intelligence, imagination and creativity, and I’m honestly a little shocked to admit that I cannot wait to see where things go next.

Meetings Events Activities

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INCLUDE: Date, time, location, contact phone # for publication (if possible), brief description of event & sponsoring organization. DEADLINE: Tuesday 5pm. ACCESSIBILITY: Is your event accessible to LGBTQ people with visible or hidden disabilities? See Jean’s List webpage www.scn.org/activism/calendar/disabilities. html for Marla Nonken’s disabilities accommodations lists.

NOTE: 10-digit dialing has come to the Seattle area. The (206) area code must now be used to dial local calls. Location of meetings/events is in Seattle unless otherwise noted.

SATURDAY - December 21

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. (206) 4488518. www.seattlefrontrunners.org.

PNW G/B/Q Longhaired Men. 2pm. Locations vary. Check the website or call for details. An informal social group for longhairs, growers, longhair admirers & their friends. We gather for brunch on the 3rd Saturday each month to socialize, chat & often go out afterwards for coffee or some activity. Please join us! For information & to RSVP: www.longhair.shorturl.com

Positively Living Coffee Social. 10am-12 noon. Cupcake Royale, 1111 E Pike St. Every Saturday. Casual social get-together for the HIV community. (206) 9571600. Sponsored by LIfelong. New Beginnings (SLAA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave #100, Room 3. Meets daily. Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous is a 12-step/12-tradition-oriented fellowship of men and women who share their experience, strength and hope to overcome sex and love patterns of addiction. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org. Seattle Prime Timers Holiday Banquet. 2pm. Plymouth Church, 1217 6th Ave (dowtown between University & Seneca Sts.) go to the south end. Meets 3rd Saturday most months. Cost: members free, guests $10 (please try to bring exact change) to help pay for room rental. Optional gift exchange - bring gift up to $10 value; silly is good! RSVP by Wednesday, December 18 to attend this event. Limited to 35 people. Free parking under the church (entrance on University). Take garage elevator to 2nd floor or enter thru south front doors on 6th. Info: www.seattleprimetimers.org.

Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 6pm-12 midnight. Call for location & details. Every Saturday. (253) 671-2838. www.oasisyouthcenter.org. (Also Thursdays & Fridays 4-10pm.)

SUNDAY - December 22

Ravenna United Methodist Church. 8:30am. “Seattle’s most dangerous Sunday school” - 9:45am Worship. 5751 33rd Ave NE. A reconciling congregation, fully inclusive and affirming of LGBTQ persons. (206) 525-7988. Center for Spiritual Living. 9am, 11am & 5:30pm services. 6318 Linden Ave N. Blessings & we hope to see you soon! (206) 527-8801; www.spiritualliving.org Seattle Unity Church. 9am & 11am Sunday Services. 200 8th Ave N. “Come join our Gay & Lesbian-friendly, spiritual family at Seattle Unity Church. Our mission is to bring love, miracles & spiritual awakening into everyday life!” (206) 622-8475; www.seattleunity.org. Seattle Soto Zen. 9:15am Zazen Instruction, 9:30am Zazen. 101 Nickerson St, Lower Level. Follow the traditional forms of the Soto school of Zen in a spirit of warmth & inclusion. Anyone interested in meditation, whether new or experienced in Zen practice or other traditions, is welcome. (206) 323-1659, www.seattlesotozen.org

Gay Men’s Bowling in Everett 9:30am. Glacier Lanes, 9630 Evergreen Way, Everett. Every Sunday. Spectators welcome. Join us for lunch afterwards! Sponsored by the Snohomish County Gay Men’s Task Force. For info email John at johndmarsh@mac.com; www.gaysnohomish.org Tacoma First United Methodist Church. 9:30am Worship, 11am Adult Education. 423 Martin Luther King Way, Tacoma. This reconciling congregation welcomes with warm hands, warm hearts & open minds GLBT persons seeking a spiritual home. (253) 627-0129, www. fumctacoma.org

University Lutheran Church. 9:30am Worship, 10:30am Coffee Fellowship, 11am Adult Forum & Education Hour. 1604 NE 50th St. All are welcome. We choose love. (206) 525-7074. universitylutheranseattle.org East Shore Unitarian Church. 10am Sunday Service. 12700 SE 32nd St, Bellevue. An open & affirming congregation. (425) 747-3780.

Gethsemane Lutheran Church. 10am Worship. 911 Stewart St. A downtown faith community centered in justice. An open & affirming congregation. (206) 682-3620. Plymouth Church United Church of Christ. 10am Worship. 1217 6th Ave. Love your (LGBTQ) neighbor as yourself. (206) 622-4865, plymouthchurchseattle.org Unity Church of Kent. 10am. 218 State Ave S, Kent. A welcoming congregation open to people of all races, religions, creeds & lifestyles. Join us any Sunday for an inspirational message, joyful fellowship & a fresh spiritual outlook. (253) 854-9747.

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University Congregational United Church of Christ. 9am all ages education;10am Worship. 4515 16th Ave NE. UCUCC is an open & affirming congregation. (206) 524-2322; www.universityucc.org.

Wallingford United Methodist Church. 10am Worship. 2115 N 42nd St. A progressive congregation. In 1984 Wallingford UMC became the 9th reconciling Methodist church in the U.S. (206) 547-6945 (office); (206) 2855077 (George).

All Pilgrims Christian Church. 10:30am Worship. 500 Broadway E. Come as you are. All are welcome. A congregation of the Disciples of Christ & the United Church of Christ. (206) 322-0487, www.allpilgrims.org

Columbia City Church of Hope. 10:30am Worship. 3818 S Angeline St. We are a progressive faith community rooted in God’s grace and acceptance growing together toward justice, love and wholeness. (206) 722-5651. www.ColumbiaCityHope.org.

First Church - First United Methodist Church of Seattle. 10:30am. 180 Denny Way. (Enter on 2nd Ave N for worship.) Welcome to First Church, a progressive community advocating for the homeless and hungry, and creating a refuge of inclusive Christianity. First Church is a proud member of the Reconciling Ministries Network. (206) 622-7278; firstchurchseattle.org

Northminster Presbyterian Church. 10:30am Worship. 7706 25th Ave NW. A village church in the city open to all. (206) 783-3402. www.northminsterpres.org (Conveniently located a block from the Metro #40 bus route.)

St. Clement’s Episcopal Church. 10:30am Worship. 1501 32nd Ave S. Great music. Dynamic preaching. Holy communion. Encountering the transformative and unconditional love of God in Christ. Join us! www. stclementseattle.org

St. Patrick’s Church. 10:30am Mass. 815 E Edgar St/2702 Broadway E (north of E Roanoke St). A welcoming and affirming Christ-centered community. (206) 329-2960. www.stpartickseattle.org

Seattle Sunday Bowling. 10:30am. 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! $6.50 + $3 shoe rental. (425) 785-4729.

Welcome Table Christian Church. 9:45am Meditation; 10:30am Worship; Labyrinth 2nd Sundays 1-4pm. 1322 S Bayview St. Where people of all genders and sexualities, and families of all shapes & sizes are welcome and celebrated. A welcoming and affirming community since 1987. welcometablecc.org

Westside Unitarian Universalist Congregation. 10:30am. 7141 California Ave SW. (206) 935-0418, office@wsuu.org, www.wsuu.org

Emerald City Metropolitan Community Church Seattle. 11am Worship. Chapel at University Temple United Methodist Church, 1415 NE 43rd St. MCC is a progressive Christ-centered faith community committed to providing a nurturing environment for individual & community growth thru Jesus Christ while celebrating unity in diversity. MCC is Seattle’s oldest Gay-friendly church. (206) 325-2421, www.mccseattle.org. Meditation for GBT Men. 11am-1pm. Cal Anderson House, 400 Broadway. Suitable for beginning & experienced meditators. Sponsored by Dharma Buddies. Contact Forrest Rode, (206) 920-6117, or Doug Allison, doug.l.allison@gmail.com. Find us under “Dharma Buddies” on Meetup.com or at DharmaBuddies.org. (Women are invited to contact our sister meditation group at www. LotusSisters.org.)

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church. 11:15am (also 7:30am, 9am, 5pm). 15 W Roy St. We are an accepting, progressive, Anglo-Catholic parish, renewing its people for their Christian lives in today’s world through worship, spiritual formation, engagement in the arts, and acts of compassion. www.stpaulseattle.com

Just for Today (NA). 12-1:15pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave #100. Every Sunday. Drop-in 12-step Narcotics Anonymous group open to anyone in recovery. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org

New Beginnings (SLAA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave #100, Room 3. Meets daily. (See Saturday listing at noon for details.)

Paths to Recovery Al-Anon Family Group. 12-1:30pm. Seattle University Student Center, 901 12th Ave, Room 122. Every Sunday. LGBTQ supported. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness & that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number (206) 625-0000; www.seattle-al-anon.org

Seattle Prime Timers Rap Group. 1:30pm. GenPRIDE (Generations Aging with Pride), 401 Broadway E #223 (above QFC in Broadway Market). Meets 4th Sunday each month. Lots of parking in the Broadway Market garage. This month’s topic: Housing Options for Seniors and/or other topics of interest to participants. Info: (206) 789-6778; www.seattleprimetimers.org.

Orca Swim Team Workout. Sun: Afternoon; Mon/ Weds/Fri: Evenings; Tues/Thurs: Mornings. Seattle

University, Redhawk Center, 14th Ave & E Cherry St. Pre-registration required. Orca Swim Team workouts are for both competitive & recreational swimmers. www.orcaswimteam.org [On winter break - workout resumes in January.]

Rain City Soccer Club Kickabout. Sunday afternoon usually at 3pm. Location varies. Join us for Seattle’s mostly-weekly mostly-LGBTQ pickup soccer game. We play an organized, 2-hour scrimmage on nice fieldturf surface. Sometimes there is a brief training/practice session before we play. Usually there is a “one-beer” after the scrimmage. To sign up visit www.raincitysoccer.org Shame to Grace (SAA). 6-7:30pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave #100. Every Sunday. Sex Addicts Anonymous is a fellowship of men & women who share their experience, strength & hope with each other so they may overcome their sexual addiction & help others recover from sexual addiction or dependency. Seattle SAA helpline (206) 237-8828, SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191. (206) 322-2437. www. peerseattle.org

Pride League Bowling. 6:30pm. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW. Every Sunday. Regular league bowling. Jeff, (206) 932-3731; leagues@wsbowl.com. [EXCEPT no bowling June, July & August.]

Integrity/Puget Sound. 7pm Worship & Fellowship. St. Mark’s Cathedral, Thomson Chapel, 1245 10th Ave E. Integrity is an international ministry of Gay & Lesbian Episcopalians, their friends & families, dedicated to education, support & service within the Church & the GLBT community. (425) 226-2746.

MONDAY

- December 23

New Beginnings (SLAA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave #100, Room 3. Meets daily. (See Saturday listing at noon for details.)

SOBER On Meds. 1-2pm. Peer Seattle 1520 Bellevue Ave #100. Every Monday. 12-step group open to anyone in recovery & living on a medicine regimen. (206) 3222437; www.peerseattle.org

Strength Over Speed (SOS). 2-3:30pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave #100. Peer support for Gay and Bisexual men recovering from crystal meth addiction. www.strengthoverspeed.org. (206) 322-2437.

Meditation Class for LGBTQ Seniors. 6:30pm. GenPride Senior Center, 401 Broadway E, Suite 223. Free class every Monday for LGBTQ seniors, their caregivers and allies. Beginners welcome. www.gapseattle.org Lotus Sisters South Seattle/Columbia City Meditation & Dharma Discussion. Gather at 6:45pm; sit at 7pm. Meets 4th Monday each month. Short presentation with discussion to follow. Oriented to LBTQ sisters. Email us or call (206) 550-5587 for details and location; www. LotusSisters.org. (Wheelchair accessible.)

PFLAG/South King County Monthly Meeting. 7pm. Unitarian Universalist Church, 25701 14th Pl S, Kent Meets 4th Monday each month. Parents & Friends of Lesbians & Gays is a national support organization for parents, spouses & families of GLBT persons, as well as those sexual minorities. PFLAG/Puget Sound: (206) 325-7724.

Trans Youth Group. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. A chance for youth to talk with others about their experiences & concerns related to identifying as Transgender. www.lamberthouse.org Destiny/Unity AA Meeting in Tacoma 7:30-8:30pm. Christ Episcopal Church, 310 N “K” St, Tacoma. Every Monday. LGBTQ-friendly AA meeting. (253) 474-8897. (Also meets Fridays.)

Lambert House Art Night. 7:30-9:30pm. 1818 15th Ave. Every Monday. Bring your ideas & let’s have some fun. (206) 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org

Washington Gender Alliance Support Group Meeting in Shoreline 7:30pm. Center for Human Services, 17018 15th Ave NE, Shoreline. Every Monday. www. washingtongenderalliance.com

TUESDAY - December 24

CHRISTMAS EVE

New Beginnings (SLAA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave #100, Room 3. Meets daily. (See Saturday listing at noon for details.)

LGBTQ+ Group. 1:15-2:15pm. Orion Center, 1828 Yale Ave. Every Tuesday. A group for LGBTQ youth ages 13-24 & their allies. Sponsored by YouthCare. (206) 622-5555.

Strength Over Speed (SOS). 6-7:30pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. Peer support for Gay and Bisexual men recovering from crystal meth addiction. www.strengthoverspeed.org. (206) 322-2437; www. peerseattle.org

ALISS - Aging Lesbians in South Seattle Evening Gathering. 6:30-8pm. Southeast Seattle Senior Center, 4655 S Holly St, Rainier Ave S & S Holly St., Social Hall. Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month. This is a group primarily for Lesbians but all are welcome to attend. Facilitator: Fai Coffin; Cost: FREE. Metro route 7. Wheelchair accessible. Kate, (206) 722-0317; www.sessc.org. Diverse Harmony. 6:30-9pm. Seattle First Baptist Church, 1111 Harvard Ave. Every Tuesday. Diverse Harmony is the nation’s first Gay/Straight Alliance Youth Chorus. Youth ages 13-22 are welcome regardless of sexual orientation. www.diverseharmony.org LGBTQ MS Connection/National MS Society. 6:308pm. Swedish Conference Center, Cherry Hill Campus, James Tower, 550 17th Avenue, Room E, 1st Floor.

Meets 2nd & 4th Tuesday each month. MS Connection is a support group with the goal of providing a safe environment for the LGBT community to express their experiences and the impact of MS on their lives and the lives of their loved ones, as well as provide support for one another. Contact Kim at (425) 785-8593 or lgbtmsconnections@comcast.net.

No Man’s Land - For Female-Identified Youth, Ages 22 & Under. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Tuesday. Topics range from family issues to school happenings to like/lust/love relationships. All Queer females welcome. Come discuss how smart. strong Queer women live their lives. (206) 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org

PFLAG/North Seattle Monthly Meeting. 7-9pm. Haller Lake United Methodist Church, 13055 1st Ave NE. Meets 4th Tuesday each month. (206) 325-7724 or northseattle@pflagseattle.org. PFLAG, a national organization founded in 1972, provides support, education and advocacy for families and friends of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer persons and is committed to moving LGBTQ equality forward.

Tuesday Night Sex Addicts Anonymous (GLBTQI). 7-8:30pm. All Pilgrims Christian Church, 500 Broadway E (enter at 509 10th Ave E; buzz in, Colonial room). Every Tuesday. SAA is a fellowship of men & women whose primary purpose is to stop addictive sexual behavior & help others recover from sexual addiction. Seattle SAA helpline (206) 237-8828. SAA International Service Organization 1-800-477-8191. Men’s Discussion Group. 7:30-9pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. Every Tuesday. Peer group for Gay & Bi men. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org

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

Spiritual Empowerment. 7:30-9pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. A vibrant drop-in workshop for those of any spiritual belief. (206) 322-2437; www. peerseattle.org

Seattle Poetry Slam. Doors 8pm, Show 8:30pm. Rebar, 1114 Howell St. Every Tuesday. A spoken word poetry event that features a weekly open mic, feature poet, and slam (poetry competition). Come out and express yourself. LGBTQ- & QTPOC-friendly; all genders welcome. $5. 21+. seattlepoetryslam.org

WEDNESDAY - December 25

CHRISTMAS DAY

(NOTE: Because of today’s holiday many events and meetings normally schedule on Wednesday will not be held. Please check with event organizers to confirm details.]

Mature Friends Walk Around Greenlake. 11am. Meet up at 10:50am with a group of older men gathered at the north end of the parking lot that is next to the boathouse along the southwest side of Greenlake. Every Wednesday. Walk around Greenlake followed by lunch at a local restaurant. www.maturefriends.org

New Beginnings (SLAA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100, Room 3. Meets daily. (See Saturday listing at noon for details.)

True Colors: Connecting LGBTQ Teens in Shoreline 4-5pm. Every Wednesday. Discussing your important issues, building a supportive community. For information, location & to REGISTER call Lindsay Bagley (206) 362-7282 x 8018 or email lbagley@chs-nw.org

GLOBE (GLBTQ Loving Ourselves, Becoming Empowered): A Support Group for GLBTQ+Youth (14-20) serving Snohomish County & surrounding communities. 6-8pm. Phone or email for location. Every Wednesday. Sponsored by PFLAG Everett. Brenda, (425) 263-2908. globeleaders@hotmail.com Lotus Sisters Meditation & Dharma DiscussionNorth. 6:15-8pm. Ravenna Bryant neighborhood. Every Wednesday. Call (206) 525-7295 for location. www. LotusSisters.org.

Seattle Frontrunners Fun Run. 6:30pm. Volunteer Park, 14th Ave E & E Prospect St. Every Wednesday. Meet at Black Sun sculpture across for museum. (See Saturday at 9am.)

Ingersoll All-Trans Drop-In Support Group. 7-9pm. Seattle Counseling Services, 1216 Pine St, Suite 300. Every Wednesday. All Transgender, Gender Variant, Gender Queer, Gender Questioning, allies, family & friends are welcome. This is a drop in group to get & give support, social interaction & information for the whole Gender community. No fee, donations welcome. www. ingersollcenter.org

Washington Gender Alliance Open Support Meeting in Everett 7:30-9pm. Everett United Church of Christ, 2624 Rockefeller Ave, Everett. Every Wednesday. Trained peer facilitators lead a structured support meeting helping people deal with issues of gender identity & expression. All adults are welcomed, including those who are questioning, allies, or identify as FTM, MTF, Transgender, Queer, or Intersex, among others. (360) 445-2411; www.washingtongenderalliance.com.

THURSDAY - December 26

Aging Ballard Lesbian Exchange (A.B.L.E.) Monthly

Lunch Get-Together. 12 noon. Ballard NW Senior Center, 5429 32nd Ave NW. Meets 4th Thursday each month. Look for the A.B.L.E. sign on the table. We are Lesbians, 60 years (generally) and up, living (mostly) in the north half of Seattle. The purpose of this group is to connect, socialize, and support each other. We have been meeting since 2015. The group hosts evening potlucks, outings and get-togethers. Co-sponsored by Puget Sound Old Lesbians Organizing for Change. (PSOLOC).

BABES Women’s Support Group/Lunch Meeting. 12-2pm. Call for location. Every Thursday. The BABES

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Network is a peer led agency; a sisterhood of women facing HIV together. (206) 720-5566 or 888-292-1912; www.babesnetwork.org.

New Beginnings (SLAA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100, Room 3. Meets daily. (See Saturday listing at noon for details.)

Rainbow Lunch on Thursdays. 12 noon-12:45pm. Wallingford Community Senior Center, Lower Level, Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N. Meets most Thursdays, except holidays. WCSC welcomes and supports the gender, romantic, and sexual minorities (GRSM, or LGBTQQIAA+) community! Join us at Rainbow Lunch on Thursdays to celebrate this integral group. Expanded van service is available on Thursdays thanks to volunteering by Bruce Terrey of Mature Friends. In proud partnership with GenPRIDE, Mature Friends, and Lake City Seniors LGBTQ2+Allies. $4 members; $6 general public. Drop-ins encouraged. (206) 461-7825; info@wallingfordseniors.org.

Safe and Sober (AA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. Open meeting of Alcoholics Anonymous. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm. Call for location & details. Every Thursday. (253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org (Also Fridays 4-10pm & Saturdays 6pm-12 midnight.)

Everett-Snohomish County Friendship Dinner for persons living with HIV/AIDS, their friends, and for those who want to support them. 6pm. Trinity Lutheran Church, 2324 Lombard Ave, Everett. Meets last Thursday each month. For further information, please call 360-202-3978. Sponsored by AIDS Project Snohomish County (APSC) and Gay Men’s Task Force. 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.

Boys Group - For Male-Identified Youth, Ages 1422. 7-8:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Thursday. Youth take the opportunity to talk about issues that relate to their everyday lives, with the facilitation of a male volunteer. (206) 322-2515 ext 16. www. lamberthouse.org

21st Century Bowling. 7pm. West Seattle Bowl, 4505 39th Ave SW. Every Thursday. Regular league bowling. Jeff, (206) 932-3731; leagues@wsbowl.com. [EXCEPT no bowling June, July, August.]

Buddhism & Recovery. 7:30-9pm. Peer Seattle, 1520

Bellevue Ave, Suite 100 Every Thursday. A meditation/ recovery group. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org

Gay Fathers Association of Seattle. 7:30-9pm. Group Health, 201 16th Ave E, Central Bldg, Lower Atrium. Every Thursday. Support meetings for Gay fathers & Gay men who are currently or previously married. Safe, anonymous, non-judgmental environment of caring fathers & friends. You are not alone. For information, community events & “questioning” visit www.gfas.org or our message board at http://groups.yahoo.com/groups/ gayfathersseattle

Gay Male Sexuality & Relationships. 7:30-9pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. Every Thursday. Ongoing support group open to Gay and Bisexual men. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org [NOTE: Please contact the facilitator prior to attending.]

FRIDAY - December 27

Ageless in Recovery (AA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. Every Friday. A drop-in AA group for 55+. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org

New Beginnings (SLAA). 12-1pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100, Room 3. Meets daily. (See Saturday listing at noon for details.)

Road to Recovery (SLAA). 12-1:30pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. Every Friday. Ongoing 12-step group for sex and love addicts. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org

Lake City Seniors LGBTQ2+Allies Peer Support Group. 1-2:30pm. Lake City Community Center, 12531 28th Ave NE. Meets last Friday most months. Please call to confirm. Small group of mostly 50+ come together to connect, share and learn from one another. For questions or more information, please contact Claudine Wallace, (206) 472-5471 or claudinew@soundgenerations.org.

Oasis Youth Center in Tacoma - For Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender & Questioning Youth, Ages 14-25. 4-10pm. Call for location & details. Every Friday. (253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org (Also Thursdays 4-10pm & Saturdays 6pm-12 midnight.)

LGBTQ & Allies 18+ Free Friday Night Drop-In Volleyball. 6-7:45pm. Miller Community Center, 330 19th Ave E. Every Friday. (206) 684-4753.

Strength Over Speed (SOS). 6-7:30pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100. Peer support for Gay and Bisexual men recovering from crystal meth addiction. www.strengthoverspeed.org. (206) 322-2437; www. peerseattle.org

Game Night. 7pm-11pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100 Every Friday. Card games, board games and fellowship. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org

Lambert House Queer Movie Night. 7-9:30pm. Lambert House, 1818 15th Ave. Every Friday. Lambert House is a nationally-recognized activities & resource center for GLBT & questioning youth, ages 14-22. (206) 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org

Rain Country Dance Night. 7-11pm, lessons at 7:15pm. The Cuff, 1533 13th Ave. An evening of country-western dancing for the LGBTQ community. FREE. www.raincountrydance.org.

Destiny/Unity AA Meeting in Tacoma 7:30-8:30pm. Christ Episcopal Church, 310 N “K” St, Tacoma. Every Friday. LGBTQ-friendly AA meeting. (253) 474-8897. (Also meets Mondays.)

LGBT Friday Night Al-Anon Family Group. 8-9pm. Peer Seattle, 1520 Bellevue Ave, Suite 100, Room 3. Every Friday. The Al-Anon Family Groups are a fellowship of relatives & friends of alcoholics who share their experience, strength & hope in order to solve their common problems. We believe alcoholism is a family illness & that changed attitudes can aid recovery. Greater Seattle AIS 24-hour number (206) 625-0000; www.seattle-al-anon. org; (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org

SATURDAY - December 28

(See previous Saturday for ongoing activities.) Mature Friends Monthly Potluck. 6pm. Wallingford Community Senior Center, Good Shepherd Center, 4649 Sunnyside Ave N, Suite 140. Monthly potluck meets last Saturday most months. MF is a social organization for Gay men & women, 40 years & over. www. maturefriends.org

SUNDAY - December 29

(See previous Sunday for ongoing activities.)

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

Allyship - an organization of LGBTQ individuals fighting for economic and social justice. www.LGBTQAllyship. org, allyship@yahoo.com, (206) 279-8169.

American Veterans for Equal Rights - www.aver.us Another Gay Social Club! - www.meetup.com/AnotherGay-Social-Club/ Bellingham/Whatcom County - www.theslowlane. com/guide.html

BiNet Seattle is a mixed gender, social group for Bisexuals, their partners & other Bi-friendly folks - www. binetseattle.org.

Bremerton/Kitsap County - www.outwestsound.org

Cascade Rainbow Community Center (Mount Vernon) - (360) 840-8499 and on Facebook.

COLAGE unites people with LGBTQ parents and caregivers into a network of peers and supports them as they nurture and empower each other to be skilled, self-confident, and just leaders in our collective communities - www.colage.org

Central Washington University GALA Hotline: (509) 963-1994.

DIFFA/Northwest (Design Industries Foundation Fighting AIDS). (206) 763-8885; www.diffanorthwest. org DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & SEXUAL ASSAULT: Crisis Clinic, (206) 461-3222 (24 hour line); King County Sexual Assault Resource Center (KCSARC) - 24-hour crisis line for information, support, & medical & legal assistance: 1-888-99-VOICE; Northwest Networksupport & advocacy for Bisexual, Trans, Lesbian & Gay Survivors of Abuse & Dating Violence, (206) 568-7777 (voice), 517-9670 (tty), www.nwnetwork.org; Pierce County Domestic Violence Helpline: Teresa, (253) 798-4166; Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities - offers on-going support groups for men: 323-1768; Seattle Police Dept Domestic Violence Unit, (206) 684-0330; State Wide Domestic Violence Hot Line, 1-800-562-6025. In an emergency call 911 Report domestic violence and sexual assault. Equal Rights Washington - (206) 324-2570; www. equalrightswashington.org

Everett/Snohomish Cty - www.gaysnohomish.org Freely Speaking Toastmasters - www.freelyspeaking.org

Gay City promotes wellness in LGBTQ communities by providing health services, connecting people to resources, fostering arts, and building community. Gay City Health Project’s Wellness Center provides anonymous & confidential HIV/STD testing. 517 E Pike St. More info or to schedule an appointment, (206) 860-6969. www.gaycity.org

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

Generations Aging With Pride empowers elder LGBTQ adults to live with pride and dignity by promoting, connecting, and developing innovative programs and services that enhance belonging and support, eliminate discrimination, and honor the lives of older members of our community - (206) 393-3400; info@gapseattle.org; gapseattle.org

GLSEN/WA - Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network - (206) 330-2099; www.glsenwa.org

Greater Seattle Business Association (GSBA) - (206) 363-9188; www.thegsba.org

HIV/AIDS Program, Seattle/King County Dept of Public Health, provides confidential/anonymous information about & testing for HIV/AIDS. (206) 205-7837. For a comprehensive list of HIV/AIDS service organizations see the GSBA Guide or visit www.thegsba.org or call Lifelong AIDS Alliance, (206) 328-8979.

Imperial Sovereign Court of Seattle & the Olympic &

Rainier Empire - www.facebook.com/ISCSORE; www. imperialcourtofseattle.com

Lambert House - (206) 322-2515; www.lamberthouse. org

LGBT Library - 517 E Pike St. Open Mon-Fri 2-8pm; Sat 2-5pm. A wide range of fiction and non-fiction for the LGBT community and allies can be borrowed free of charge.

LGBT MS Connection - (425) 785-8593; lgbtmsconnections@comcast.net. Support group for LGBT persons with MS and their partners and their caregivers. Sponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Society. Lifelong AIDS Alliance - (206) 328-8979, www.lifelongaids alliance.org

Lion’s Main Art Collective - www.lionsmain.org

MEN: Gay City: (206) 860-6969, www.gaycity.org; Knights of Mantra: (206) 329-0886, www.jetchapterkofm.com; Mature Friends: Gay men & women 40 & over, www.maturefriends.org; Northwest Bears: www. nwbears.com; The Olympians: www.TheOlympians. net; POZSeattle: www.pozseattle.com; Q-Squared: www.qsquared.org; Rain City Jacks: www.raincityjacks. org; Seattle Gay Couples: www. seattlegaycouples.org; Seattle Men in Leather: www.seattlemeninleather. org; Seattle Prime Timers: Gay & Bi men 40 & over, www. seattle primetimers.org; Tacoma Older LGBT: www. tacomaolderlgbt.org. (See also listings under Bisexual, Parenthood, People of Color, Transgender.)

MUSIC: Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony. org; Rainbow City Band: 1-866-841-9139 ext 2126; rainbowcityband@onebox.com; www.rainbowcity band. com; Seattle Men’s Chorus and Seattle Women’s Chorus: (206) 388-1408, (206) 323-0750. www.seattlechoruses.org.

Northwest Lesbian & Gay History Museum Project - gayhistnw@aol.com

Northwest Rainbow Alliance for the Deaf - www. nwrad.org

Olympia/Thurston County - www.RainbowCenterOly. org

Out & Equal Workplace Advocates/Seattle Regional Affiliate supports the work of LGBT employees and the growing number of ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) making a difference within local companies, including Alaska Airlines, Amazon.com, Amgen, AT&T, Bank of America, Deloitte, Macy’s, Microsoft, Russell Investments, Safeco Insurance, Starbucks Coffee, Xerox. www.outandequal.org/affiliates/seattle

Out & Proud Grays Harbor Coalition - http://outandproudgh.org

PARENTHOOD: Families Like Ours provides a gateway for LGBT families interested in adoption & provides a network of safe placement agencies, training, support & resources: (206) 441-7602, www.familieslikeours. org; Family Works offers support, information & activities for LGBT families: (206) 694-6727, www.familyworksseattle. org; Gay Fathers’ Association of Seattle offers support groups & social activities: www.gfas. org; Proud & Loud Families - Northwest, www.meetup.com/proudand-loud-families-northwest, plfnorthwest@aol.com; Queer Parent Networking Dinners: (206) 568-7777, qpnd@nwnetwork.org, www.nwnetwork.org; Rainbow Families of Puget Sound: www.rainbowfamiliesps.org PFLAG is the national organization for parents, families, allies, and LGBTQ people united for equality with chapters in Seattle, Bellevue/Eastside, the Puget Sound region and across Washington state. PFLAG Seattle: (206) 325-7724, info@pflagseattle.org, and www.pflagseattle.org; PFLAG Bellevue/Eastside: (425) 483-6642, info@bellevue-pflag.org, http://community. pflag.org/PFLAGBellevue; PFLAG Pacific Northwest: www.pnwpflag.org; PFLAG Washington State: www. pflagwsc.org.

Peer Seattle (formerly Seattle Area Support Groups) is a non-profit organization that builds community and cultivates powerful, healthy lives by providing emotional support and personal development services to those affected by HIV/AIDS, the Queer communities, and those who love them. Our work is done in a spirit of safety, trust, inclusiveness, and celebration of individual differences. (206) 322-2437; www.peerseattle.org PEOPLE OF COLOR: AARTH (African American Reach & Teach Health Ministry), (206) 850-2070, www.aarth.org; Asian/Pacific Islander Queer Network Program at API Chaya, (206) 467-9976; Center for MultiCultural Health, (206) 461-6910, www.multiculturalhealth.org; Entre Hermanos, GLBT Latinos/as, (206) 322-7700, www.entrehermanos.org; Ile LaiLai, (206) 781-3565, iya@ilelailai.org; Men of All Colors & Cultures Together (MACCT), (206) 923-8313, macctseattle@yahoo.com, www.macctsea.org; Northwest Two Spirit Society, https://www.facebook.com/ groups/nw2spiritsociety/, Nubian Pride Productions, nubianpride@gmail.com; People of Color Against AIDS Network (POCAAN) offers rapid HIV testing, M-F, 10am-5pm, (206) 322-7061, www.pocaan.org and on Facebook; QBASS - Queer Black Alliance of the South Sound, (253) 256-1846, weareqbass@gmail. com; Sistah 2 Sistah, LBT women of African descent, (206) 322-7061, (206) 255-8951; Somos Seattle, somosseattle.org; Trikone-Northwest, GLBT South Asians, (425) 985-4376, www.trikonenw.org; Two-Spirit Honor Project, 1-866-685-0164; U.T.O.P.I.A. Seattle, www.utopiaseattlewa.org; VietQ Greater Seattle, vietqorganization@gmail.com Pierce County AIDS Foundation - (253) 383-2565; www.piercecountyaids.org

Pride Foundation - (206) 323-3318; www.pridefoundation. org

Pride Lives - www.facebook.com/PrideLives/ Project NEON is a program of Seattle Counseling Service providing FREE information & services to Gay & Bi men to reduce health risks associated with methamphetamine use. (206) 323-1768. www.crystalneon.org

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

Q Law: The GLBT Bar Association of WA - (206) 682-6711; www.q-law.org

Q Law GLBT Legal Clinic - (206) 235-7235. Queer Geek! - queergeekseattle.org

Rainbow Center - Resource Center for Tacoma/Pierce County LGBTIQA community. Through education, advocacy and celebration, the Rainbow Center expands resources, and safe space for the LGBTQIA community. Sponsors Tacoma Pride Festival. (253) 383-2318, www. rainbowcntr.org

RSEAMEC interviews, researches & rates candidates for public office on issues of concern to the LGBT community. www.voteseamec.org

Seattle Area Support Groups & Community Center (SASG) i- SEE LISTING for Peer Seattle. Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network - BiSeattle.wixsite. com/SBWN and on Facebook.

Seattle Counseling Service for Sexual Minorities is a community mental health service for GLBT persons & their families providing comprehensive mental health services on a sliding scale. (206) 323-1768. Seattle LGBTQ Commission - (206) 684-4503. www/ seattle.gov/lgbtq

Seattle Out & Proud - (206) 322-9561; www.seattlepride.org

Seattle Police Department Sexual Minorities Community Advisory Council: kim.bogucki@seattle.gov

Seattle PrideFest - www.seattlepridefest.orgl Servicemembers Legal Defense Network - (202) 328-3244; www.sldn.org

Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, The Abbey of St. Joan - (206) 860-3666; www.theabbey.org

Snohomish Health District HIV/AIDS Program provides free confidential/anonymous HIV counseling & testing 9am-5pm Monday-Friday, until 7pm Tuesdays. (425) 339-5298.

South Sound Q Calendar - LGBTQ events in Tacoma, Olympia & Sound Puget Sound area; www.SouthSoundQCal.com

Spokane/Inland Northwest - www.outspokane.com; www.stonewallnews.net

SPORTS & RECREATION: Bent Car Guys: www. bentcarguys.org; Border Riders Motorcycle Club: www.borderriders.com; Bottom Dwellers Scuba

Club: www.bottomdwellers.org; Capitol Hill Cyclers: join their Facebook group or email capitolhillcycling@ groups.facebook.com or jordan.l.simonson@gmail.com; Cascade Flag Football: www.cascadeflagfootball.org; Cascade Flyers: www.cascadeflyers.org; Emerald City Mudhen Rugby: www.mudhenrugby.com; Emerald City Softball Association: www.emeraldcitysoftball. org, www.eteamz.com/womensecsa; Ethyl Forever Car Club: ethylforever@hotmail.com; Festival of the Babes: www.festivalofthebabes.com; Olympic Yacht Club: www.oycnw.org; OutVentures: outdoor education & recreation activities, www.outventures.org; Pacific Northwest Gay Rodeo Association: www.pacificnwgra.org; Puddletown Squares: www.puddletownsquares.org; Rain City Soccer: www.raincitysoccer.org; Rain Country Dance Association: a country-western dance organization catering to the LGBTQ community but open to all, www.raincountrydance.org; Sea Dawgs: LGBT ice hockey - SkateSeaDawgs@gmail.com and on Facebook; Seattle Frontrunners: www.seattlefrontrunners.org; Seattle Gay Basketball Association: www. seattlegaybasketballassociation.com; Seattle Orca Swim Team: www.orcaswimteam.org; Seattle Otters Water Polo: www.otterpolo.com; Seattle Quake Rugby: www.quakerugby.com; Seattle Tennis Alliance: www. seattletennisalliance.org; Seattle Unified Bowling Association (SUBA): magee98106@aol.com, www. teamseattle.org/bowling.htm, www.theprideleague. com, Century 21 League; Seattle Volleyball Club: www.seattlevolleyballclub.com; Ski Buddies: www. skibuddies.org; Team Seattle Gay Sports Network is an umbrella organization for a wide range of local GLBT sports activities, (206) 367-4064, www.teamseattle.org (see website for comprehensive list of sports clubs); 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.

Strength Over Speed - www.strengthoverspeed.org Tacoma/Pierce County - Rainbow Center, 2215 Pacific Ave, Tacoma, a resource center for the LGBTIQA community of Pierce County, (253) 383-2318, www. rainbowcntr.org

Three Dollar Bill Cinema - TWIST: Seattle Queer Film Festival; Translations: Seattle Transgender Film Festival; Outdoor Cinema at Cal Anderson Park. www. threedollarbillcinema.org

TRANSGENDER: Emerald City Social Club: (425) 827-9494; Gender Alliance of the South Sound: www.SouthSoundGender.com; Gender Diversity: www.genderdiversity.org; Gender Justice League:

www.genderjusticeleague.org; Gender Odyssey: www.genderodyssey.com; Hermanos Trans Latino & Foreign-Born Support Group: (206) 322-7700; Ingersoll Gender Center: (206) 329-6651, www. ingersollcenter.org; Lion’s Main Art Collective: www. lionsmain.org; The New BoyZ Club: www.olympiaftmgroup.webs.com; Olympia Trans Discussion Group: www.facebook.com/pages/Olympia-Trans-DiscussionGroup/262449878114; [trans] ACTION: Trans* & Gender Non-Conforming Sex Workers’ Support Group - a safe, peer-led space. mail@utopiaseattle.org; TRANSform Washington: transformwashington.com; Trans Resource & Referral Guide: kctransguide.org; Washington Gender Alliance: (360) 445-2411, www. washington genderalliance.com WOMEN: Aging Ballard Lesbian Exchange (A.B.L.E.): We are Lesbians 60 years (generally) and up, living (mostly) in the north half of Seattle. The purpose of the group is to connect, socialize and support each other. ruthemilyvogel@gmail.com; Aging Lesbians in South Seattle (ALISS) - Lesbian Group at the Southeast Seattle Senior Center. This is a gathering primarily for Lesbians but all are welcome to attend. Kate, (206) 722-0317; www.sessc.org; BABES: support groups for HIV+ women. (206) 720-5566, 1-888-292-1912; Coming Out Women Support Group of Tacoma: www. comingoutwomen.org; Festival of the Babes: www. festivalofthebabes.com; Mature Friends: Gay men & women 40 & over, www.maturefriends.org; Puget Sound Old Lesbian Organizing for Change: http:// psoloc.org, (253) 777-3357; Older Lesbians Organizing for Change/WA State Chapter: gloria@oloc.org, mary@oloc.org, www.oloc.org; Pacific Northwest Lesbian Archives: www.pnwlesbianarchives.org; RainshadowWomen: RainshadowWomen@aol. com; Seattle Bisexual Women’s Network: BiSeattle. wixsite.com/SBWN; Seattle Girls of Leather: www. sgol.org; Tacoma Lesbian Concern (TLC): www.tacomalesbianconcern.org; Tacoma Older LGBT: www. tacomaolderlgbt.org; Women of West Seattle (WOWS): a fun, member-driven social group for Lesbians, http:// groups.yahoo.com/group/womenofwestseattle; YWCA Women’s Health Outreach: providing low or no-cost mammograms for income eligible 40+ LBTQ individuals. Follow us at http://lbtqhealth-ywca.blogspot.com, twitter.com/ingridWHO or email lbthealth@ywcaworks. org, (206) 461-4493. (See also listings under Bisexual, Parenthood, People of Color, Transgender.)

YOUTH: B-GLAD (Bisexual, Gay, Lesbian, Trans & Questioning Adolescent Drop-In Group): Youth Eastside Services offers many programs for GLBT youth, including B-GLAD, (425) 747-4937; Coyote Central: www.coyotecentral.org; Diverse Harmony: www.diverseharmony. org; GLSEN/Washington State (Gay, Lesbian, Straight Education Network) & Washington State GSA (Gay-Straight Alliance) Network: GLSEN works to create safe schools for LGBT students. WA GSA Network supports youth-led GSA’s to fight harassment & homophobia in Washington state schools. (206) 330-2099; www.glsenwa. org; www.wagsa.org. GLOBE (GLBTQ Loving Ourselves, Becoming Empowered): a support group & HIV/STD prevention program for GLBTQ youth, 14-20, in Everett, (425) 263-2908, www. globeyouth.org; It Gets Better Project: www.itgetsbetter.org; Lambert House: an activities & resource center for LGBT youth, 14-22, in Seattle, 1818 15th Ave @ E Denny Way; (206) 322-2515, www.lamberthouse.org; Lifelong HEYO (Health Education Youth Outreach): for LGBTQ youth, ages 16-24: (206) 957-1665; www. llaa.org/HEYO; www.MatthewsPlace.com ; The Mockingbird Society: (206) 323-KIDS (5437), www. mockingbirdsociety.org; Oasis Youth Center: for GLBTQ youth, ages 14-25, in Tacoma, (253) 671-2838, www.oasisyouthcenter.org; OKAY! LGBTQ+ Outreach for Kent Area Youth: (253) 859-0699 ext 3034. OKAY! is an open support group for youth ages 13-19 who identify as LGBTQ+. A program of Kent Youth & Family Services; OUT There Adventures: www.outthereadventures.org; Parents, Family & Friends of Lesbians & Gays (PFLAG)/Puget Sound: (206) 325-7724, www. seattle-pflag.org; Peace for the Streets by Kids from the Streets (PSKS) Drop-In Center & Young Adult Shelter: 1609 19th Ave @ E Pine St., (206) 726-8500; www.psks.org; Pizza Klatch: weekly lunchtime support groups for LGBTQ youth in Thurston County, www. pizzaklatch.org; Prism: for LGBTQ youth, 14-21, in Puyallup - Cherise.Alexander@ multicare.org; www. facebook.com/PuyallupPrism; Proud Out Wonderful (POW!): for LGBTQ youth, 13-21, in South King County, (206) 326-9112, www.facebook.com/proudoutwonderful; Q Youth Resources: in Kitsap County - (360) 6983335; www.kchaf.org; Roots Young Adult Shelter: 1415 NE 43rd St., (206) 632-1635; www.rootsinfo.org; Safe Schools Coalition: www.safeschoolscoalition. org; (206) 451-SAFE, (206) 451-7233 (non-emergency), 1-877-SAFE-SAFE (1-877-723-3723) (crisis line); Seattle Young People’s Project (Queer Youth Resource Board): (206) 860-9606, www.sypp.org; Street Youth Ministries (SYM): (206) 524-7301 ext 111; www. streetyouthministries.org; Teen Link: (206) 461-4922, 1-888-431-TEEN; The Trevor Project: 866-4-U-Trevor; www.thetrevorproject.org; True Colors - Connecting LGBTQ Teens: in Shoreline, (206) 362-7282 x 8018, lbagley@chs-nw.org; The Vera Project: fuels personal & community transformation through collaborative youthdriven engagement in music and art. (206) 956-8372; theveraproject.org; Vista Youth Center: for LGBTQ, questioning and allied youth, ages 14-21, in Kennewick, (509) 396-5198, www.vistayouthcenter.org; YouthCare/ Isis Program (Transitional Living Home for LGBTQ Young Adults, 18-22): (206) 522-8412; YouthCare/ Orion Center Young Adult Shelter: 1828 Yale Ave @ Stewart St. (206) 622-5555; Youth in Focus: (206) 723-1479; www.youthinfocus.org; Youth Suicide Prevention Program (OUTLoud-GLBTQ): (206) 297-5922, ext 116, 1-800-273-TALK, www.yspp.org

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HOT HOUSE SPA & SAUNA - (women)

CLUB Z - (men)

SW corner of Pike & 11th

1117 Pike near Boren - (206) 622-9958

(stairs behind Wildrose) - 568-3240

HOT HOUSE SPA & SAUNA - (women)

STEAM WORKS - (men)

SW corner of Pike & 11th

1520 Summit - 388-4818

(stairs behind Wildrose) - (206) 568-3240

STEAM WORKS - (men)

1520 Summit Ave - (206) 388-4818

RESTAURANTS & BARS

88 KEYS - 315 2nd Ave. S. - 839-1300

BALTIC ROOM - 1207 Pine St. - 625-4444

RESTAURANTS & BARS

THE BOTTLENECK LOUNGE

2328 E. Madison St. - 323-1098

BALTIC ROOM - 1207 Pine St. - (206) 625-4444

C.C. ATTLE’S BAR & GRILLE

THE BOTTLENECK LOUNGE

1701 E. Olive Way - 726-0565

2328 E. Madison St. - (206) 323-1098

CAPITOL CIDER - 818 E Pike St. - (206) 397-3564

1533 13th Ave. - 323-1525

RETAIL SHOPS

DIESEL BAR - 1413 14th Ave. - 322-1080

GLO’S - 1621 E. Olive Way - 324-2577

HOT MAMA’S PIZZA - 700 E. Pine St. - 322-6444

BABELAND - 707 E. Pike St. - (206) 328-2914

CASTLE SUPERSTORE #17

JAZZ ALLEY - 2033 6th Ave. E. - 441-9729

JULIA’S - 300 Broadway Ave. E. - 860-1818

1017 E. Pike St - (206) 204-0126

DIEGO PELLICER - 2215 4th Ave. S - (206) 624-0070

KREMWERK - 1809 Minor Ave. #10 - 682-2935

DOGHOUSE LEATHERS

MADISON PUB - 1315 E. Madison - 325-6537

715 E. Pike St. - (206) 257-0231

NEIGHBOURS - 1509 Broadway - 324-5358

OUT WEST - 5401California Ave. SW

EMERSON SALON - 909 E. Pike St. - (206) 323-7437

FANTASY UNLIMITED

THE PINE BOX - 1600 Melrose Ave - 588-0375

POCO WINE ROOM

2027 Westlake Ave. - (206) 682-0167

1510 1st Ave - (206) 624-1784

1408 E. Pine St. - 322-9463

POKE BAR - 1542 12th Ave - 402-5178

HASHTAG - 3540 Stone Way N - (206) 946-8157

PONY - 1221 E. Madison St. - 324-2854

HERBAN LEGENDS - 55 Bell St - (206) 849-5596

HERB(N) ELEMENTS

PURR - 1518 11th Ave. - 325-3112

R PLACE - 619 E. Pine - 322-8828

11013 Lake City Way NE - (206) 535-8769

RE-BAR - 1114 Howell at Boren - 233-9873

ROOT TABLE 2213 NW Market St. - 420-3214

LAUGHING BUDDHA TATTOO

1534 Broadway - (206) 329-8274

THE CANTERBURY - 534 15th Ave. E. - 322-3130

CHANGES IN WALLINGFORD

C.C. ATTLE’S BAR & GRILLE

2103 N. 45th - 545-8363

1701 E. Olive Way - (206) 726-0565

THE CANTERBURY

SEATTLE EAGLE - 314 E. Pike - 621-7591

THE NEW YORK XCHANGE

SHORTY’S 2222 2nd Ave - 441-5449

STOUT -1530 11th Ave - 397-3825

225 Broadway E. - (206) 726-3300

ONYX LEATHER

THE CRESCENT - 1413 E. Olive Way - 720-8188

THE CUFF COMPLEX

534 15th Ave. E - (206) 322-3130

CHANGES IN WALLINGFORD

2103 N. 45th - (206) 545-8363

THE CRESCENT

1413 E. Olive Way - (206) 720-8188

THE CUFF COMPLEX

1533 13th Ave. - (206) 323-1525

DIESEL BAR - 1413 14th Ave. - (206) 322-1080

GLO’S - 1621 E. Olive Way - (206) 324-2577

HOT MAMA’S PIZZA

700 E. Pine St. - (206) 322-6444

JAZZ ALLEY - 2033 6th Ave. - (206) 441-9729

JULIA’S - 300 Broadway Ave. E - (206) 860-1818

KREMWERK - 1809 Minor Ave. #10 - (206) 682-2935

THE LUMBER YARD 9619 16th Ave. SW - (206) 695-2007

MADISON PUB - 1315 E. Madison - (206) 325-6537

NEIGHBOURS - 1509 Broadway - (206) 324-5358

THE PINE BOX - 1600 Melrose Ave - (206) 588-0375

POCO WINE ROOM

1408 E. Pine St. - (206) 322-9463

PONY - 1221 E. Madison St. - (206) 324-2854

QUEER BAR - 1518 11th Ave - (206) 687-7491

R PLACE - 619 E. Pine - (206) 322-8828

RE-BAR - 1114 Howell at Boren - (206) 233-9873

SEATTLE EAGLE - 314 E. Pike - (206) 621-7591

SHORTY’S 2222 2nd Ave - (206) 441-5449

THE SWALLOW -9608 16th Ave SW - (206) 257-0217

UNICORN - 1118 E Pike - (206) 325-6492

UNION - 1318 E. Union St. - (206) 328-1318

WILDROSE - 1021 E Pike - (206) 324-9210

ZIPPY’S GIANT BURGERS 9614 14th Ave SW - (206) 763-1347

TOULOUSE PETIT

1605 12th Ave. #8 - (206) 328-1965

601 Queen Anne Ave N - 432-9069

OZ - 3831 Stone Way N - (206) 251-0630

UNICORN - 1118 E Pike - 325-6492

PACIFIC NORTHWEST SHOP

4411 Wallingford Ave. N. - (206) 535-6920

PANACHE - 225 Broadway E. - (206) 726-3300

PONDER - 2413 E Union - (206) 420-2180

RUCKUS - 1465 E Republican St - (206) 257-4805

TABOO ADULT VIDEO

9813 16th Ave SW - (206) 767-4855

TRUE LOVE ART GALLERY & TATTOO

1525 Summit Ave. - (206) 227-3572

UNDER U 4 MEN

709 Broadway Ave. E - (206) 324-6446

UNCLE IKE’S

2310 E Union St - 1-800-GET-DRUGS 501 15th Ave E - 1-800-GET-DRUGS 9822 15th Ave SW - 1-800-GET-DRUGS

WILD AT HEART 1111 NW Leary Way - (206) 782-5538

BELLINGHAM

LOVER'S 193 Telegraph Road - (360) 752-1862

RUMORS CABARET 1119 Railroad - (360) 671-1849

DES MOINES

ADULT AIRPORT VIDEO 2 21635 Pacific Hwy S - (206) 878-7780

EVERETT

ADULT AIRPORT VIDEO 11732 Airport Road - (425) 290-7555

LOVER’S - 112 SE Everett - (425) 353-3607

KENT

WILDROSE - 1021 E. Pike - 324-9210

ZIPPY’S GIANT BURGERS

5633 Airport Way S - 466-5954

9614 14th Ave SW - 763-1347

LOVER’S - 25801 104th Ave. SE - (253) 852-1720

RETAIL SHOPS

THE FANTASY SHOP 604 Central Ave. S - (253) 850-8428

CASTLE SUPERSTORE #17

NASHVILLE’S SPORTS BAR (Drag Shows) 114 - Railroad Ave. N - (253) 852-0909

1017 E. Pike St - 204-0126

DOGHOUSE LEATHERS

1312 E. Pike St. - 257-0231

LA CONNER

EMERSON SALON - 909 E. Pike St. - 323-7437

HASHTAG - 3540 Stone Way N - 946-8157

NEW YORK EXCHANGE

THE HERON INN & WATERGRASS DAY SPA 117 Maple Ave. - (877) 883-8899 info@theheron.com

225 Broadway E. - 726-3300

ONYX LEATHER - 1605 12th Ave. #8 - 328-1965

OZ - 3831 Stone Way N - 251-0630

OLYMPIA

PANACHE

225 Broadway E. - 726-3300

RUCKUS 1465 E Republican St. - 257-4805

DARBY’S CAFE

THE FANTASY SHOP 9630 16th Ave. SW - 762-3299

211 5th Ave. SE - (360) 357-6229

LOVER’S 3959 Martin Way E, Suite D - (360) 456-7300

TABOO ADULT VIDEO 9813 16th Ave SW - 767-4855

JAKES - 311 4th Ave. E - (360) 956-3247

TOYS IN BABELAND - 707 E. Pike St. - 328-2914

UNDER U 4 MEN

ORCAS ISLAND

709 Broadway Ave. E. - 324-6446

BROWN BEAR BAKING, LLC 29 N Beach Rd #1966, Eastsound - (360) 855-7456

UNCLE IKE’S 2310 E Union St - 1-800-GET-DRUGS 501 15th Ave E - 1-800-GET-DRUGS

PORT ANGELES

MAPLE ROSE INN 112 Reservoir Rd - (800) 570-2007

BELLINGHAM

SPOKANE

ANDY’S - 1401 W. 1st Ave. - (509) 747-0304

THE BLIND BUCK

204 N. Division St. - (509) 343-9425

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