A discussion group for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered & questioning adults

Calendar

2007
Every
Thursday
The group meets for discussions every Thursday evening.
July 4
2007
Wednesday
4th of July Party
... at Michael & Chuck's home in Lakewood! Always a lot of fun! There will be burgers on the grill, and please bring a dish to pass & BYOB. RSVP by 07/01/07 please..
Starting at 1:00PM.
March 17
2007
Saturday
St. Patrick's Day Party
...at Patrick's home in Crystal Lake! Plenty of food, drink, and fun! Just follow the rainbow here for a fun evening! RSVP by 03/15/07 please..
Starting at 7:00PM.
February 25
2007
Sunday
Oscar Night
...at Chuck & Michael's home in Lakewood!
Who thinks they've got the winners picked?? Come join in on the fun!! Plenty of food and fun! RSVP by 01/23/07 please.. Starting at 6:00PM.
February 2
2007
Friday

Movie Night
at Patrick's home in Crystal Lake!
Let's celebrate Groundhog Day with a great movie! Plenty of food and drinks.. Bring a DVD and we'll pick from them all for a fun movie night! RSVP by 01/31/07 please..
Starting at 6:30PM.
2006
October 30
2006
Saturday
Patrick's Annual Halloween Bash in Crystal Lake!!
Plenty of food and fun!! Lots of door prizes too! Please bring your favorite drink. Please RSVP by Oct 20.
Starting at 7:00PM.
September 30
2006
Sunday
Diversity Day
From 1pm to 4pm we will be united with PFLAG at Diversity Day on the square in Woodstock! This year's theme is "we are all immigrants." There will lots of great music and entertainment!
March 5
2006
Sunday
Oscars Party!
Michael and Chuck will be hosting an Oscars Party for the 78th Annual Academy Awards on Sunday, March 5th. Come early between 5-6 PM and watch the Barbara Walters program. Bring a snack or hors d'oeuvre and/or your beverage of choice. Please contact Michael or Chuck by email to RSVP and directions.
January 13
2005
Friday

Movie Night
At Dan and Jerry's home in Crystal Lake. Bring a snack to share if you like.
Starting at 7:00PM.
2005
December 31
2005
Saturday
Pat's Annual New Years Eve Party!
Plan on ringing in the New Year - 2006 with your Thursday Group friends. Please RSVP as soon as you mark your social calendar.
October 29
2005
Saturday
Halloween bash at Patrick K's house in Crystal Lake!!
Plenty of food, drink, and good time!! Please RSVP if you are coming..
Starting at 7:00PM.
October 20
2005
Thursday
Singer-songwriter Sacha Sacket, at McHenry County College
The event is free. Please plan on attending if you can. Our regular group meeting will be held immediately following the performance at the regular meeting place, although it may be a few minutes late in starting.
Starting at 6:00PM.
September 25
2005
Sunday
Diversity Day
...on the Woodstock Square!!
Starting at 1:00PM and going to 4:00PM.
September 17
2005
Saturday
Full moon drumming evening
Gale H is having a full moon, drumming evening at her home in Woodstock!! Please RSVP if you are joining us for allthe fun!!
Starting at 7:00PM.
July 4
2005
Monday
Michael & Chuck's 5th annual 4th of July party!!
Please bring a dish to pass and a beverage of your choice. This is always a lot of fun!!!
Starting at 1:30PM.
June 26
2005
Sunday
Chicago LGBT Pride Parade
This is the 36th Annual Parade.
If you would like to join Stonewall for breakfast at Ann Sathers before the parade, please RSVP by June 11th!! The reservations are for 8:30AM sharp!!! For those not going to the breakfast, we are caravanning in to watch the parade, and going to eat afterwards!!
The parade begins at 12 Noon, at Halsted & Belmont. More information can be found at the official parade site at http://www.chicagopridecalendar.org
June 16
2005
Thursday
Dillies Follies
This is a GREAT performance put on by the church (and at the church). This is their fundraiser, please RSVP to reserve a ticket! More info to follow..
June 10
2005
Friday

Movie Night
At Lloyd and Robert's home in Algonquin!! Please RSVP if you are joining us.. and BYOB.
Starting at 7PM.
May 15
2005
Sunday
Casino Day
We will meet in Elgin at the Grand Victoria's brunch buffet at 1PM ($15 a person), and then head over to the casino!
Starting at 1PM.
April 22
2005
Friday

Movie Night!!
at Patrick and DeWayne's home in Cary. Please bring a snack and drink to pass. Directions will be provided at group.
Starting at 7PM.
March 24
2005
Thursday
Special Guests
we will have a special guest presenter from the Travel Channel and Zoom Vacations. Bryan Herb, host for the Travel Channel's Vacation Challenge will come speak to the group about vacationing on a budget, alone and gay travel. It promises to be an exciting evening and we are so lucky to have such a high profiled individual come to speak to our group. Please arrange your schedules to be there and enjoy the presentation! And remember that friends and family are welcome at this session.

Please be on time to this meeting, starting at 7:00PM.

March 18
2005
Friday

Movie Night!!
at Pat's home in Crystal Lake. Please bring a snack and drink to share. Directions will be given out at Thursday, March 17th's meeting, or email for directions.
Starting at 6:30PM.   Note: Location changed
February 25
2005
Friday

Movie Night!!
at Michael & Chuck's home in Lakewood. Be sure to bring a snack to pass and a drink to share....please RSVP by February 24.
Starting at 7PM.
January 30
2005
Sunday
Inventing Van Gogh
The Group plans a trip to see "Inventing Van Gogh" at Bailiwick Arts Center (1229 W. Belmont) at 3:00 (showtime is 3:30). The show features one of our very own group members in this play about passion, obsession, and the mystery of artistic creation. Tickets are normally $25, but there is a group discount of 10% for groups of 10 or more. Dinner and/or drinks after the show. Please RSVP by January 28th so that arrangements can be made at the box office.
January 28
2005
Friday

Movie Night!!
at Rob & Don's in Cary. Be sure to bring a snack to pass and a drink to share.... Please RSVP by the 27th.
Starting at 7PM, movie starts at 8.
January 20
2005
Thursday
Confidential HIV testing
Our first clinic for confidential HIV testing. We will be closing the meeting 15 minutes early, and those who want to be tested, can stay for a few minutes. It is a great opportunity to make sure you are taking care of yourself and those whom you love.
January 16
2005
Sunday
Flannel Party
In downtown Crystal Lake. Email for location. Everyone should wear flannel of some sort! This is a "byof - buy your own food" event. The socializing will be fantastic! Please RSVP.
2004
December 31
2004
Friday
Pat's Annual New Years Eve Party!
Plenty of food and drink, and whole lot of fun!!! Please RSVP if you are coming..
August 7 & 8
2004
Saturday
&
Sunday
Halsted Days!!!
RSVP if you wish to caravan in with us!!!
July 29
2004
Thursday
A very special presentation by Landmark Education!
Explore the possibilities of your life! Starting promptly at 7PM and going til 9PM. If everyone wants to bring a small dish to pass, we can have a small potluck following. You will have an opportunity to learn about, experience, and register into this exciting course!!! This event is being open to PFLAG, the church, and visitors are welcome!!! NO LATE ENTRY.. MUST BE THERE BY 7PM!!
July 16
2004
Friday

Movie Night!!
Starting at 7PM, movie starts at 8. Snacks provided, please bring your favorite drink. RSVP by 7/10.
July 4
2004
Sunday
Michael & Chuck's Annual 4th of July Party!!
Starting at 2PM, food served at 3PM. Please bring a dish to pass and your favorite drink. Meat being provided (take that the right way, guys!!). Please RSVP by 6/30.
July 3
2004
Saturday
Parade and Patio Party!
starting at 11AM, a Parade and Patio Party at Pat's house in Crystal Lake!! Snacks and water provided. The parade kicks off at 1PM Please RSVP by 6/30 if you are joining us.
June 27
2004
Sunday
35th Annual Pride Parade in Chicago
Many of us are caravanning to Chicago. Some are joining Stonewall for breakfast at Ann Sather's at 8:30AM,leaving Crystal Lake at 7AM. Please RSVP if you are joining Stonewall for breakfast by 6/24. Also, please RSVP if you are caravanning at 7AM, or with the group leaving at 9:30AM.
(Parade starts at Noon)
June 24
2004
Thursday
Dillies Follies
Next Thurs, June 24th, we will be going to Dillies Follies!! Starting at 8PM at the church. Some of us are getting together at Starbucks on the square around 7PM. Please RSVP if you want tickets held for you!! cost is $12.50 per person.
2003
December 31
2003
Wednesday
Pat's Annual New Years Eve Party!
Plenty of food and drink, and whole lot of fun!!! Please RSVP if you are coming..
December 25
2003
Thursday
Pat's Annual Christmas Open House!!
Plenty of food and drink!
Starting at 1PM and feel free to drop in throughout the day/evening til 9PM. Please RSVP if you maybe joining us!
December 1
2003
Monday
World AIDS Day
World AIDS Day will be honored in a Hope and Remembrance ceremony in the auditorium at McHenry County College. The McHenry County AIDS Support Coalition is sponsoring this event, this years theme is Be Aware, Care, Lend a Helping Hand. Starting at 6:30PM, there will be several performances, several AIDS quilts, a guess speaker, and followed with refreshments. Admittance is FREE, and hope everyone can join us!
October 25
2003
Saturday
Pat's Annual Halloween Bash!
The best in McHenry County.. no contest!! Homemade chili, plenty of food and drink! The fun starts at 6:30PM.. PLEASE RSVP if you are coming..
August 8
2003
Friday
Back yard patio party!
At Pat's home in Crystal Lake. Please RSVP and bring your favorite beverage.
July 4
2003
Friday
4th of July party
At Michael and Chuck's home in Lakewood!!
June 29
2003
Sunday
The 34th Annual Pride Parade in Chicago!!
This year McHenry County Pride is teaming up with several countywide GLBT organizations and, YES!! We are doing a float!! Please contact thursgroup@hotmail.com if you plan on joining us..
June 19
2003
Thursday
Dilly's Follies opening night! This will run for two weeks.. Please RSVP if you wish to join us on opening night.
June 7
2003
Saturday
Milwakee's pride weekend at the fair grounds! RSVP if you wish to caravan up there. We did this last year and had a wonderful time! Live music, dancing, lots of food, and fireworks over the lake in the evening!
April 26
2003
Saturday
McHenry County's first GLBT dance!
McHenry County College is sponsoring this event! $10 (at the door) gets you in, and food and pop available for a nominal charge. Proceeds go toward a GLBT scholarship at the college!! This event open to all ages and everyone is welcome!! DJ, dancing, and plenty of fun!! This is a alcohol and smoke free zone.
April 4
2003
Friday

Monthly Movie Night!!
This month the fun is at Pat's home in Crystal Lake.. Starting at 7:30PM and there will be plenty of snacks and drink!! Please RSVP..
March 22
2003
Saturday
March Madness Dance presented by WOWS!! The dance will be at The Barn in Naperville (421 W Martin, just North of St Edward's Hospital). Door prizes and raffles.. beverages and snacks provided (alcohol and smoke free event)! Tickets at the door are $18 ($15 for members)..
March 15
2003
Saturday
St Patrick's Day Bash
starts at 7PM at Pat's home in Crystal Lake!! Plenty of food and fun for all!! BYOB and please RSVP.
March 7
2003
Friday

Friday Movie Night
at Chuck & Michael's home in Lakewood. The fun starts at 7:30Pm!!
February 22
2003
Saturday
Women Only Dance.. Fundraiser for American Cancer
Society in DeKalb at the Best Western Hotel on Lincoln Hwy (Rte 38). 8Pm to Midnight.. Featuring an all lesbian band. Tickets are $10
February 22
2003
Saturday
Entertainment by Women of Color
at Mountain Moving Coffeehouse. Starts at 7:30PM and hosted by CC Carter and friends..
February 22
2003
Saturday
4th Annual Cabin Fever (Mardi Gras) Party
starting at 7:30PM.. at Antioch Moose Club (rt 173, 4 miles West of Antioch). Mardi Gras & tropical attire encouraged!! DJ, dancing, beer, pop, favors, & drawings. Tickets are $13 while they last! $15 at the door, if available. Dish to pass appreciated..
February 21
2003
Friday
Black Bra Party
at Circuit City from 9PM to 4AM. Sponsored by Chix Mix Productions.. This is an all inclusive event, men accompanied by women are welcomed!! Check Chix Mix Website for details..
February 15
2003
Saturday
Progressive Dinner -- Cancelled...
...for the time being.
February 9
2003
Sunday
"My Romance", A Valentine Concert.
Maureen, woodwindist Michael Bazzan and pianist Bobby Schiff present a concert for the McHenry County College Second Concert Series. Music will include romantic standards, popular love songs and original music by Maureen. This FREE concert will be held in the conference center at the college. For more info call 815-455-3700.
February 7
2003
Friday

First Friday Movie Night
Cocktails, Soda & Noshing – 7:30 p.m.
Movie Selection and Start – 8:00 ish
Hosts: DeWayne and Patrick, in Cary

We’ve asked several people to bring a theme movie or two, and we’ll select this night’s viewing through the democratic process. If that doesn’t work, we’ll pick it randomly!

2002
December 31
2002
Tuesday
Pat's Annual New Years Eve Party
at Pat's home in Crystal Lake. The fun starts at 7PM with food and champagne at midnight. Please RSVP and BYOB.. Thanks..
December 25
2002
Wednesday
Christmas Open House
at Pat's home in Crystal Lake starting at 1PM and going into the evening.. Plenty of food and good cheer for all that wish to join us.. Please RSVP if you might be attending.
November 2
2002
Saturday
Rhapsody 'n Rainbows
From 8PM-11:30PM A womyn's dance presented by WOWS at the Barn in Naperville (421 W Martin.. just North of Edwards Hospital). This is a Womyn only dance, and the Barn is a non alcoholic and non smoking place. Featuring DJ Sound Design, dance contest, door prizes, beverages and snacks.. Tickets are $15 for members, and $18 for nonmembers. Come join the fun!!
October 26
2002
Saturday
Pat's annual Halloween Bash!!
Starting at 8PM.. Let's see who has the most outrageous costume!! Please RSVP by Oct 21st if you plan to attend. Plenty of food, BYOB.. BOO
August 3
2002
Saturday
Rachel's Summer Fun Day!!
This will be a great day OUT in the country.. enjoy the bonfire, hike in the woods, and plenty of other activities!! Please bring a dish to pass, BYOB, and please RSVP!! See ya there!!
July 28
2002
Sunday
Ravinia
The Chicago Symphony orchestra will be playing a salute to Rodgers & Hammerstein. Lawn tickets are $10, contact Ravinia at 847-266-5100 or www.ravinia.org. Marc is chefing a great meal for only $10 per person. Those interested, Marc needs to know by July 22nd.. Get your lawn tickets early.. This event will sell out fast!!
July 27
2002
Saturday
"The Laramie Project"
play at McHenry County College!! Tickets are $15, performance starts at 8pm and offers a "talkback" session after the play. Based on the Matthew Shepard murder in 1998, this play will also be performed on July 18, 19, 20, 25, & 26. Please RSVP if you will be joining us on the 27th..

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