NY LGBT Health Month 2012
Health Month 2012
First launched in 2010 in partnership with other LGBT communities around NY State, NY LGBT Health Month is designed as a month for LGBT people and their allies to reflect on the unique health and wellness needs of our community...and to have fun doing it!
This Year's Theme is Taking PRIDE in Our Health!
No matter how you choose to participate, we look forward to see you out taking pride in your health!
Saturday, March 3rd:
Queer Girls Night Out
2-4pm. Devil May Care Boutique (775 Park Avenue Rochester, NY).
Contact: Christina Miller, (585) 210-4178
Come socialize with other queer women in a sex positive setting.
Sunday, March 4th:
Come Out Dancing
3-5pm. Friends Meeting House (84 Scio Street Rochester, NY).
Contact: Come Out Dancing, comeoutdancin@gayalliance.org; (585) 244-8640
Love dancing and having a great time? Well, this is the event for you. The first half of the event will include a brief lessons. *$5.00 entrance fee.*
Wednesday, March 7th:
Coming of Age: A Conversation for Studs and Bois
4-6pm.
The MOCAH Center (107 Liberty Pole Way Rochester, NY).
Contact: Christina Miller (585) 210-4178
Come hang out with other studs and bois over snacks.
Thursday, March 8th:
Out & Equal 2nd Thursday Event
5:30-7:30pm
Hyatt Regency (123 E. Main Street Rochester, NY).
Contact: Kevin West, kevinw.roc@gmail.com
Whether you are looking to network with other professionals or to make new friends, this event has something to offer for everyone.
Friday, March 9th:
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*CANCELLED: Due to safety concerns posed by a bat in the sanctuary the event has been cancelled.
Prayer Service for National Week of Prayer for the Healing of AIDS
6:45pm-8:30pm. Unity Fellowship Church (125 Carolina St. Rochester, NY).
Contact: Rev. Alicia Heath-Toby, pastorheathtoby@gmail.com
Let us come together as a community to reflect on the impact of HIV/AIDS and to find solidarity in prayer.
Saturday, March 10th:
LGBT Community Health & Wellness Fair
10am-2pm. Radisson Rochester Riverside (120 E Main St, Rochester, NY).
Contact: Christina Miller, (585) 210-4178
This is an exciting opportunity to interact with 20 or more LGBT affirming service providers. Highlights include blood pressure screenings and health-related swag.
Monday, March 12th:
Health Month Visits Gay Bowling at Clover Lanes
7pm. Clover Lanes (2750 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY)
Contact: Christina Miller, (585) 210-4178
Come out and support the LGBT bowlers of Rochester and learn more about Health Month.
Tuesday, March 13th:
Just Us Guys Potluck
6:30pm-8pm. AIDS Care Monroe Office (259 Monroe Avenue Rochester, NY).
Contact: Chris Morrow, cmorrow@acRochester.org
Spend time with other guys sharing stories and laughs over your favorite dishes.
Sunday, March 18th:
Rainbow SAGE & GAGV Youth 9th Annual Intergenerational Panel
3pm. First Universalist Church(150 South Clinton, corner of Court Street).
Contact: Brian Hurlbert, brianh@gayalliance.org; (585)-244-8640 ext. 15
This year the panel will center around the theme: “The Importance of Straight Allies in our LGBT Lives.”
Wednesday, March 21st:
Ballroom 101 for Youth
5-7pm. Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley’s Youth Center (375 East Main Street Rochester, NY).
Contact: Thaddeus Price, (585)420.4100 ext. 24
Have you ever wanted to learn about ballroom? – This is the program for you. Come learn about the history of ballroom and even practice some moves.
Thursday, March 22nd:
Health Month Goes to the Movies: We Were Here with panel
6:30pm. The Little Theater (front theater; 240 East Avenue Rochester, NY).
Contact: Michael Gamilla, michaelgamilla@yahoo.com
If you did not get a chance to check out this inspirational and artfully crafted film during ImageOUT donot miss this free screening. A panel discussion will follow.
Saturday, March 24th:
Out for Justice Legal Expo
10am-3pm. Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley’s Youth Center (375 East Main Street Rochester, NY).
Contact: Kelly Clark, (585)-244-8640 ext. 19
Receive information on a variety of legal issues ranging from changing your name in New York State to tips on filling out healthcare proxies.
Tuesday, March 27th:
Rural Women’s Group
7-9pm. Hobart and William Smith Colleges’ Women’s Center (300 Pulteney Street).
Contact: Christina Miller, (585) 210-4178
Come hang out with other queer women in a relaxed social setting.
Tuesday, March 27th:
Be The Generation Bridge Community Forum: HIV Vaccine Trials 101 Rochester Victory Alliance & The MOCHA Center
4-6pm. Highland Family Medicine Huff Conference Rooms (777 S Clinton Avenue, Rochester, NY).
Contact: Thaddeus Price, (585)420.4100 ext. 24
This program will explain more about the “Be The Generation Bridge” program and will also include information about the vaccine trials here in Rochester, NY being conducted by area researchers.
Wednesday, March 28th:
HIV Testing & Sex & Health Chat
3-6pm. Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley’s Youth Center (375 East Main Street Rochester, NY).
Contact: Jess Cohen jessc@gagv.us Erik Libey, elibey@acRochester.org; (585)210-4192.
Learn your status and receive free condoms, etc. Afterwards participate in a frank discussion about sex with Director of LGBT Health Initiatives and hilarious health educator Erik Libey.
Thursday, March 29th:
Health Month Goes to the Theater: Angels in America
7pm. Geva Theater (75 Woodbury Blvd, Rochester, New York).
Contact: David Henderson, david@methodmachine.org
Come out and support a local production of Angles in America. Look for a $3.00 coupon for this performance in the Health Month Ad in this month’s Empty Closet.
Online ticket coupon code: ACRoc29
Saturday, March 31st:
LGBT College Fair
12-4pm. Gay Alliance of the Genesee Valley’s Youth Center (375 East Main Street Rochester, NY).
Contact: Jess Cohen, (585)244-8640; jessc@gagv.us
This event will be an opportunity for youth to prepare themselves for the college application process and will include tips on seeking out LGBT affirming schools. Please stay tuned for more updates on the Health Month website.
