monoho – events and information for gay men of western mass

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The best summer activity in the Valley.
Starting on May 8 and going through September, the guys gather gather on Tuesday nights around 6:15pm at Maines Field in Northampton (map). All levels of player welcome. All games are pick-up: you don't need to join a league or a team. After lots of sweaty fun, it's off to the Northampton Brewery for food, brews, and fun up on the roof deck the warm summer night air. 
More info: search "volleyball" on our (yahoo notices).

Meet other men in downtown Northampton.
A monthly gathering, usually on Fridays. Come out to the Hotel Northampton (map) and meet lots of other gay men from the area — over a hundred guys each time! Free hors d'oeuvres, cash bar. Great guys, friendly faces, and always a good time.
Info: (facebook)
Dates for 2012: May 18, June 22, July 20, August 17, September 21, October 19, November 16, December 21

ATHOL Gay Pride Month at Bruce's Browser, 1497 Main St., featuring film showings celebrating the culture and politics of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered (GLBT) people.  Friday, June 8, "The Green." This movie tells the chilling story of what happens when a gay man who is a high school teacher is wrongly accused of molesting a 17-year-old student.  Friday, June 15, talented filmmaker Bryan Horch of Pelham, will come to Athol to talk about his work. Horch's hilarious short films "Beautiful" and "Brokeback Screen Tests" will be shown, and he will discuss his current project, "Spooners," about a gay male couple shopping for a new bed.  Friday, June 22, Award-winning actress Glenn Close stars in a 2011 release "Albert Nobbs". She plays the title character, who struggles to survive in late 19th century Ireland, where women aren't encouraged to be independent. Posing as a man so she can work as a butler in Dublin's most posh hotel. The film addresses issues of gender identity.  Tuesday, June 26, with "Pariah", a dramatic and beautifully filmed movie about a high-school-age African-American lesbian discovering community and coping with family rejection.  All programs start at 7 p.m. and are open to the public free of charge in "The Back Corner," a community space the Browser offers in addition to its books, cards, gifts, magazines, a cybercafe, and soda fountain.
More info: (web)

Come check out the work of local photographer Paul Specht during Art Walk Easthampton as KW Home hosts the exhibit 12 Portraits by Paul Specht.  Exhibit is on Saturday, June 9, from 5 to 8pm.  Location: 82 1/2 Cottage St. Easthampton.  Light snacks and beverages provided.  
Event Info: (facebook) 
Paul Specht Info: (web) 
KW Home Info: (web)
                                                 Art Walk Easthampton Info: (web)   

The AIDS Foundation of Western Massachusetts is holding their second annual beer tasting fundraiser on Friday, June 15, at the World War II Club (aka. The Deuce).  All of your favorite local brews from Massachusetts, Vermont, and the area will be there, including Berkshire Brewing Company, Long Trail, and Element.  Come support a great cause while enjoying some excellent beer.
Info: (web)

The LGBT Coalition of Western MA will be hosting Rainbow Riverfest again this year at the Holyoke Canoe Club, on Saturday, September 22.  
Stay tuned for more details!
Info: (web)

Check out our new pride guide, with a quick and easy overview of the year's prides, with links for more info.  Northampton Pride will be on May 12 this year, followed by Springfield Pride week May 31 - June 7!

Check it out here! The Pride Guide

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