Thursday Sept. 9
Acoustic troubadour Eric Himan at IU Bloomington
Acoustic troubadour, Eric Himan will be playing a FREE show open to the community at Indiana University at 8 pm on the campus of IU in the McNutt Flame Room. Eric has been traveling nationally for the last eight months in support of his third, critically acclaimed release "All For Show". Eric delivers a dynamic live performance. He just completed a 30 stop tour for Borders Books and Music nationally, has been a featured guest on Sirius Radio, and has been covered by OUT, The Advocate, Instinct and Genre Magazines. Eric is also a featured artist on gay.com's "buzzworthy" section as well as the " celebrity qsat" section.
For more information, please contact IU's LGBT Center at 812-855-0763
Here's a sample about what others have said of Eric:
"The folk singer's unassuming stage presence sets the perfect tone for the intimate live show. He introduces each song with personal anecdotes and explanations, giving audience members the ability to connect with his lyrics on an emotional level." --Aaron Heier
" "All for Show" is Himan's third release, and it's more of a good thing: more roots-rocking, crowd-pleasing tunes; more soul-exposing honesty in one song than John Mayer accomplishes in an entire CD.-- Frontiers News Magazine (LA)
"Sharing with folkie Ani DiFranco a frenetic guitar-strumming style, Himan injects an energy into his songs that gives his tales of love and loneliness a palpable immediacy. His vocals are far from gruff, but still convey a hard-edged stance in spite of his sentimentality. Hearing the performance that Himan puts together for All for Show, one gets the sense that his live shows make an even bigger impression." -- The Dallas Voice
"With his engaging personality and commanding playing, he's winning over fans, gig by gig. His voice has a Dave Matthews' kind of quality to it, while his songs feature strong hooks. He cradles his guitar with his heavily tattooed arms and plays with bold, percussive strokes." -- Erie Times
September 10 - 12
4th Annual Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival
Name: Date: September,10,2004 Start: Fri. 9/10 7 PM End: Sun. 9/12 10 PM
The 4th Annual Indianapolis LGBT Film Festival will screen over 20 films of all genres at Key Cinemas. Special appearances by Jim Verraros (2002 American Idol Top Ten Finalist & cast member of EATING OUT) & Guinevere Turner (GO FISH, THE L WORD actress and screenwriter).
To kick off the event on Friday, September 10th at 7:00 pm, there will be an exclusive Premiere Party featuring Jim Verraros and Guinevere Turner, starts of the Premiere Films. Tickets are $25 for the party and premiere or $50 for a full weekend Festival pass. For more information or to order tickets, please visit www.indylgbtfilm.com. All proceeds benefit Indiana Youth Group, a program for self identified LGBT youth in Indianapolis.
Saturday September 11
The Big Ta Do -- indyindie's 1st Anniversary Celebration
Eagle's Crest-Eagle Creek Park Indianapolis,Indiana from 11:30am to 6:00 pm.
Performances include: Wahru Cleveland, Jasper, Ripley Caine, Aerin Tedesco and Andrea Bunch, Kindred, Tracy Walker, and Trina Hamlin. Art displays and informational booths from community services. Bring a picnic and stretch out under the trees with all your friends. For more info visit our website www.indyindie.com or call 317-295-9302
Special priced advanced tickets available at Out Word Bound Bookstore 951 East Street or online at www.indyindie.com $1 of every full admission purchased will be donated to IYG and a local breast cancer support group.
indyindie was established to provide a venue for female independent artists to share their music, art, and poetry with their grass roots audience. It has been a wonderful first year with a remarkable parade of talent! Join the indyindie family and share in the unique energy stirring up from this little monthly gathering! Visit the website now for more details!!
Thursday September 16
Mobilization Meet Up For Progressive Change!
7:30 PM at VIC'S COFFEE HOUSE, 627 North East Street Indianpolis, NE 46202 East Street and Mass Ave.
HOST: Greg O'Mara
We are asking for all our community to Fight For a Kerry Victory in November! We need lots of help in this fight, we have voter registation drives on Sept. 17th and 18th, and Oct. 1st and 2nd, we are planning "Clubbing for Our Future" and many more events. So Please join us in this fight to stop George W Bush, before he attacks our community again. Phone me at 317/432-8980
September 20 & 21
Auditoins for "The Shape of Things"
Audition Notice
Play: The Shape Of Things
Author: Neil Labute
Director: Shawn Whistler
Producing Company: Ganas Theatre Productions
Audition Dates/Times: September 20 & 21 6:30pm - 9pm
Audition Location: Broadripple Park Family Center Broadripple Park, 1610 Broadripple Ave
Performance Dates: October 21 - 31, 2004
Performance Times: Thu - Sat At 8pm: Sun At 2 Pm
Needed: 2 Male / 2 Female Age 16 - 35
PLAY SYNOPSIS: Young, naïve college student, Adam, is working in the college's art gallery when he stumbles upon a rebellious art student, Evelyn, in the midst of trying to alter a piece of art. A relationship begins, and the course of Adam's life will be changed forever. Soon after, much to the shock of Adam's two closest friends, Philip and Jenny begin to notice changes in both Adam's behavior and physical appearance. In the art of seduction, what price are you willing to pay for the piece de resistance? For more information, directions, or to set up an appointment if unable to make audition, please call shawn whistler at 317-797-5755 or e-mail: .
Wednesday September 22
PFLAG Bloomington Open House
Please join Bloomington PFLAG (Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays) at 7 p.m. in the Lounge at 1514 E. Third Street for an Open House and celebration of the new Bloomington Beacon Center. The Beacon Center provides a safe, welcoming and positive space for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBTQ) people, their families and allies. It strives to: build networks of support; deliver services; and provide educational, recreational, economic, cultural and volunteer opportunities. A few of the Beacon board members will be present to give a tour of their office suite and to talk about volunteer opportunities. For more information, call 332-9734.
Thursday, September 23
Indy Pride Membership Mixer
From 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Gregs. Come out and join us for snacks, cocktails (cash bar) and social time! Our special guests will be members of the Indiana Still Cares Board of Directors to share information and registration materials for the Bag Lady Bus Tour which will be held on Saturday, October 30. Door prizes will be given!
Friday, September 24
"A Certain Justice" at Cinema Grill
Christopher Allen has announced the opening of his third feature film, A Certain Justice. Indianapolis' Cinema Grill, 1289 West 86th Street, has been chosen as the venue for the preview of this powerful, and moving psychological drama, which Allen has called his best work to date.
The story follows the lead character of Ramona Baker, a wounded soul who is confronted with her abusive past. Of the many intriguing storylines, we follow Ramona's intense relationship with her partner, Jeanne Benkert. "Their love for one another is truly put to the test." said Writer & Director, Christopher Allen. "I wanted to show the dynamics of unconditional love thrown into the Lions Den." he added. "To center on a woman's soul and dire need to rectify her past."
"This is the crescendo for RACSO Motion Pictures." Allen said. "I've spent four years of my life, and tens of thousands of dollars to ensure our quality was top-notch. I never settled for any less." he said. Indianapolisfilm.net calls Allen's film "an excellent piece of work." (9-7-03) Nuvo Magazine says, "The script is one of the strongest I've seen in Indianapolis film." (9-22-04)
"The story is what is at the heart of this film. How the love between these two women is literally beaten, battered, and bruised; and yet, their love survives in the end. "Of all the fascinating angles in this story, their loving relationship is at the heart of this movie." said Allen. "Truly unique for something like this to come from Indiana, which is typically not where you would find a film centering around two lesbian lovers."
A Certain Justice, starring Jason Kistler, Bobby Christman, and Melissa Greathouse, is now playing at the Cinema Grill located at 1289 West 86th Street Indianapolis. Weekend showings begin this Friday (Sep. 24th) with both Friday and Saturday night screenings beginning at 9pm. Admission is $5 per adult, and a variety of menu items are available.
More information about this film can be found by visiting www.racsofilms.com.
The film has achieved US and Canadian distribution through Tapeworm Distribution in Los Angeles, and is expected to hit shelves at Blockbuster, Hollywood Video, Bookspan, Amazon.com, Ingram, Collage Video, Musicland, Alliance Entertainment, Tower, TransWorld, Virgin Stores, Wherehouse, Borders.com, Movies Unlimited, Diamond Comics, J& R Music, Best Buy, Video Product Distributors, Baker & Taylor, Internet and the Movie Gallery later this year.
Originally from Madison, Indiana, Allen moved Racso Motion Pictures to Indianapolis because of the availability of talent and production resources. Upon completing A Certain Justice, Allen carefully crafted a plan for a nationwide release of the film. Already in negotiations for distribution, Allen hopes to use A Certain Justice to show Indianapolis as a viable and competitive city for the production of major motion pictures.
Sunday September 26
Indiana Chapter of the NAMES Project Foundation/AIDS Memorial Quilt Hosts Upcoming Fundraiser
Indiana Chapter of the NAMES Project Foundation, keeper of the AIDS Memorial Quilt, is hosting a fundraiser on Sunday, September 26, 2004, at Talbott Street, 2145 North Talbott Street, 317/931-1343. Members of the public are invited to view the AIDS Memorial Quilt display from 6 to 8 PM free of charge, followed by an evening of live entertainment from 9 to 11 PM. $5 donations are requested to benefit the Indiana Chapter of the NAMES Project Foundation, which promotes the AIDS Memoral Quilt as a tool to educate and raise awareness about HIV/AIDS and to remind all of us about the thousands of Hoosiers who have been lost to this disease. The Indiana Chapter is an affiliate of The NAMES Project Foundation, a national organization founded in 1987.
The AIDS Memorial Quilt features individual quilt panels commemorating the lives of Indiana citizens lost to HIV/AIDS. The quilt is housed at The Damien Center in Indianapolis, however it is available for exhibition throughout the state to interested organizations. Donations will assist the Indiana Chapter of the NAMES Project Foundation to continue offering members of the public opportunities to create quilt panels for the AIDS Quilt, to expand exhibiting opportunities, and to provide additional public awareness of HIV/AIDS.
Indiana Chapter of the NAMES Project Foundation/AIDS Memorial Quilt, The Damien Center, 1350 North Pennsylvania Street, Indianapolis, IN 46202 Phone: 317/357-2216 E-Mail:
Sunday, September 26
Sunday Spaghetti Dinner with Indiana Equality
Indiana Equality Fundraiser
3:00 pm to 6:00 pm at Aesop's Table 600 Massachusetts Avenue, Indianapolis
Indiana Equality is a strong coalition of regional and statewide organizations, from all corners of the state, committed to full equality for all Indiana residents regardless of sexual orientation or gender identity.
Gay, lesbian, bisexual, and transgender people suffer pervasive discrimination in employment, housing, public accommodation, education, medical care, and in their everyday lives because of homophobia and a lack of legal protection. Despite the flawed "special rights" argument made by opponents, nondiscrimination laws simply help to ensure that GLBT people have equal access to the same opportunities and protections granted to everyone else, such as the ability to work in an environment where people are judged by their job performance, not their sexual orientation or gender identity.
Our Goal is equal protection under the law for all Hoosiers regardless of gender identity of sexual orientation. Hoosiers believe in fairness. Our laws must reflect that.
To make your reservation, contact Indiana Equality at
Thursday, September 30
Lambda Legal Defense and Education Fund's Fifth Annual Indiana Benefit Dinner
Cocktail hour with silent auction at 5:30 p.m., Dinner at 6:30 p.m. with VIP Reception immediately following.
Hyatt Regency Indianapolis One South Capitol Avenue
Tickets: $135/person (all but $40 of the ticket price is tax deductible) RSVP's received after September 16th are $150/person
For more information or for tickets contact Kris Brittain or Steve Verfaille at [email protected]
2004 Award Recipients
Organization: Indiana Youth Group IYG was started in 1987 because two visionaries, Chris Gonzalez and Pat Jordan, recognized the need of local lesbian, gay, bisexual, trangendered, and questioning youth in finding resources to help them with their specific needs and issues. Following in the footsteps of these leaders, various Executive Directors and board(s) have created one of the leading youth agencies in the country that specifically serves this vulnerable population.
Individual: Reverend Jeff Miner, Pastor Jesus Metropolitan Community Church and author of The Children are Free: Reexamining Biblical Evidence on Same-sex Relationships. As pastor of Jesus Metropolitan Community Church in Indianapolis since 1997, Jeff has grown the congregation into a significant community center and resource. He has been a principle organizer for the Interfaith Coalition on Nondiscrimination
(ICON), a statewide coalition that presses for civil rights for all. Jeff has provided hundreds of individuals with spiritual growth through his ministry, counseling and writings.
Keynote speaker: Ellen Andersen, Assistant Professor of Political Science at IUPUI & author of Out of the Closets and Into the Courts
Thursday September 30
Clubbing for Our Future
Club Industry host a viewing of the first 2004 Presidential Debate Thursday September 30th at 7:00pm Admission is free!! Watch as Senator John Kerry and George W. Bush go head to head. Then, Dance the Night away! Club Industry is located at, 416 East Wabash St. In Downtown Indianapolis For more information:
