Events in Grand River Rainbow Communities: 1995

Events in Grand River Rainbow Communities

1995

1995, January * Pink Triangle Community Calendar

This issue of the revived Pink Triangle Community Calendar consisted of 4 pages. The header (p.1) stated: “January 1995. Pink Triangle Community Calendar. A publication from GLLOW, serving the lesbian/gay/transgendered communities of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.” This issue began with three news notes. The first news note read: “Welcome all students new and old to school. All Lesbian, Gay and Bisexual people and those that are supportive are encouraged to attend any of the GLLOW sponsored events.” The second news note read: “CKWBL starts regular meetings next month. The meetings are to be held in a new location. Please phone ###-#### for more information.” The third news note read: “GLLOW has changed its relationship with the Federation of Students. We will be experimenting over this term with becoming a Federation Service. This effectively increases our budget.” This was followed by a listing of events, local organizations, bookstores, radio shows, films of interest that were being shown locally, and bars.
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue.]

1995, January * Project Angel (The Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial, Cambridge): Public Forum

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “January ... - None of the those opposed attended a public forum for ‘Project Angel’ (The Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial) in Cambridge.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, January * The Other Side Club (Cambridge) Closed

In 1993 Rick Lethbridge and Mark Jordan opened The Other Side Club on Dickson Street in Cambridge; the club ran until early 1995. It was a dance bar with monthly live entertainment events such as Open Mind (a popular folk/rock duo of the time), Rita Chiarelli (blues artist), Carrie Chestnutt (sax and vocalist), female impersonation artists and many more. The bar was famous for its free nightly buffet. When the bar closed, missing the community involvement, Rick and Mark started Outlook Magazine.
[source: Rick Lethbridge and Karen Ferguson.]

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “January ... - ‘The Other Side Club’ in Cambridge closes it's doors with a great farewell performance with Rita Chiarelli.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, January 8 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Snow Football

“Sunday, January 8: Snow Football (A WOODS sponsored event. All women welcome.) 2:30 pm. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 10 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: What Do I Want in My Relationships with Other People

“Tuesday, January 10: GLLOW Discussion Group (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people welcome). What do I want in my relationships with other people. [How important are friendships to me? Love relationships? What am I willing to do to make my relationships work?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 11 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Welcome Back! What I Did on my Holidays

“Wednesday, January 11: Coming-Out Discussion Group (All people who are dealing with the issues of coming out are welcome) Welcome Back! What I did on my holidays UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 11 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, January 11: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event. All women are welcome) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 11 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, January 11: “GLLOWNight (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people are welcome). An informal social evening. Come and meet old friends and make new ones. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 12 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Priscilla, Queen of the Desert

“Princess Cinema (Waterloo) Priscilla, Queen of the Desert (Jan. 12 7:30 pm)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, January 13 (Friday) * Q. Eng: Q. Eng Gathering

“Friday, January 13: Q.Eng Gathering. For more information phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, January 17 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: How Do We Develop an Intimate Relationship?

“Tuesday, January 17: GLLOW Discussion Group How do we develop an intimate relationship? [How long do I wait before expressing an interest in a relationship? What kinds of problems have I found in the beginning of an intimate relationship? How can I avoid these problems?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, pp.1-2.]

1995, January 18 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Coming Out to Yourself

“Wednesday, January 18: Coming-Out Discussion Group, Coming Out to Yourself. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 18 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, January 18: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 18 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, January 18: “GLLOWNight Note a room change this week only! UW, Humanities Building, Rm 334. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 22 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Tobogganing

“Sunday, January 22: Tobogganing (A WOODS sponsored event) For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 24 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Growing Up LesBiGay

“Tuesday, January 24: GLLOW Discussion Group: Growing Up LesBiGay. [Was I aware of special feelings for members of the same sex at an early age? How did I feel about it? Could I talk to anyone about it? Did I act on my feelings?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 25 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Coming Out to Others

“Wednesday, January 25: Coming-Out Discussion Group Coming Out to Others. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 25 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, January 25: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 25 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, January 25: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, January 31 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Jealousy: Homosexuality and the Fourth Deadly Sin

“Tuesday, January 31: GLLOW Discussion Group: Jealousy: Homosexuality and the Fourth Deadly Sin. [What is jealousy? Have I experienced jealousy? How did I feel about it? Do people in the LesBiGay community have special problems with jealousy?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, January 1995 Issue, p.?.]

1995, February * Pink Triangle Community Calendar

This issue of the revived Pink Triangle Community Calendar consisted of 4 pages. The header (p.1) stated: “February 1995. Pink Triangle Community Calendar. A publication from GLLOW, serving the lesbian/gay/transgendered communities of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.” This issue began with five news notes. The first news note read: “CKWBL starts regular meetings this month. The meetings are to be held in a new location. Please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number] for more information.” The second news note read: “GLLOW has changed its relationship with the Federation of Students. We have a new coordinator: Kelly Henson. If you have any concerns his office hours are Fridays from 2-3 pm in the Federation of Students offices.” The third news note read: “The GLLOW office has been moved from its traditional space in the Campus Centre to a location in the Federation of Students offices. The resources are in storage until completion of the construction at the Campus Centre.” The fourth news note read: “There are a couple of new groups being formed on campus to cater to the LesBiGay population. 'Q-Math' a group for the LesBiGay Students in the Math Faculty is being organized. For more information on this group please email: #####@#####. A new social-sport group is forming as well. Planned events include volleyball, Hikes etc. If you are interested discussions are being held during the current GLLOWNights.” The fifth news note read: “Just for your information, there are a couple of plays in Toronto. Timothy Findley's The Stillborn Lover at Theatre Passe Muraille (###) ###-####. Brad Frazer's Poor Super man The Canadian Stage Co. (###) ###-####.” This was followed by a listing of events, local organizations, bookstores, radio shows, films of interest that were being shown locally, and bars.
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue.]

1995, February 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Gaydar... Can You Really Tell?

“Wednesday, February 1: Coming-Out Discussion Group (All people who are dealing with the issues of coming out are welcome) Gaydar... can you really tell? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, February 1 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 1: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event. All women are welcome) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, February 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, February 1: “GLLOWNight (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people are welcome). An informal social evening. Come and meet old friends and make new ones. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, February 4 (Saturday) - February 5 (Sunday) * Princess Cinema: Interview with a Vampire

“Princess Cinema (Waterloo) Interview with a Vampire (Sat. Feb. 4,5)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, February 5 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Swimming

“Sunday, February 5: Swimming (A WOODS sponsored event. All women welcome.) 11:00 am. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 6 (Monday) * Cambridge Kitchener-Waterloo Bisexual Liberation: Bisexual Discussion Group

“Monday, February 6: CKWBL Discussion group. New Location. For more information phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 7 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Being Out at Work & School

“Tuesday, February 7: GLLOW Discussion Group (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people welcome). Being out at work & school [Am I out at Work or School? If so, how do I feel about it? If not, how do I feel about the prospect of being out? How do I decide?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: The Valentine's Day “Blues”

“Wednesday, February 8: Coming-Out Discussion Group, The Valentine's Day ‘Blues’ UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 8 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 8: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, February 8: “GLLOWNight. There will be an all candidates forum for the upcoming Federation of Students Election. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 10 (Friday) - February 12 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Annual Ski Weekend

“Weekend of February 10-12: Annual Ski Weekend (A WOODS Sponsored Event.) RSVP approx. cost of $50. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 14 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Show and Tell: Things I Find Attractive in Other People

“Tuesday, February 14: GLLOW Discussion Group: Show and Tell: things I find attractive in other people. [What do I find physically, emotionally, and intellectually attractive in other people? How important is this? Why?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Dealing with Crushes

“Wednesday, February 15: Coming-Out Discussion Group Dealing with Crushes. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 15 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 15: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, February 15: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 19 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Planning Meeting

“Sunday, February 19: Planning meeting (A WOODS event) Events for March/April and business. 3:00 pm. Phone ###-### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 21 (Tuesday) * Rainbow List

The first message was sent on the newly created Rainbow List. The listserv, which started as a GLLOW email list, eventually became a forum for the queer community of K-W and area. A few years later it was assumed by the Regional Pride Committee.
[source: Jim Parrott; this entry needs reworking.]

1995, February 21 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Sports and LesBiGays

“Tuesday, February 21: GLLOW Discussion Group: Sports and LesBiGays. [Did I enjoy sports when I was growing up? If so, what kinds? Why? What about now? Are sports homophobic or homo-friendly environments?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Homophobia, Heterophobia & Biphobia

“Wednesday, February 22: Coming-Out Discussion Group, Homophobia, Heterophobia & Biphobia. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 22 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, February 22: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNights

Wednesday, February 22: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, February 24 (Friday) - March 1 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “Mrs. Parker and the Vicious Circle (Feb 24-Mar 1)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, February 26 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Movie Night

“Sunday, February 26: Movie Night (A WOODS sponsored event.) RSVP by Feb. 24. For more information please phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, February 28 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: How I Prefer to Meet Other People

“Tuesday, February 28: GLLOW Discussion Group: How I prefer to meet other people. [Where do I prefer to meet people? How quickly do I want a relationship to develop? Am I looking in the right places for the kind of relationships I want?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, February 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, March * Pink Triangle Community Calendar

This issue of the revived Pink Triangle Community Calendar consisted of 4 pages. The header (p.1) stated: “March 1995. Pink Triangle Community Calendar. A publication from GLLOW, serving the lesbian/gay/transgendered communities of Kitchener, Waterloo, and Cambridge.” This issue began with four news notes. The first news note read: “BGLAD Bisexual Gay Lesbian Awareness Days are coming up. Watch for posters, articles in the Imprint, etc. Wednesday March 22 will be a special Social Night with invites going out to the university community.” The second news note read: “International Womyn's Week is March 5-12. There are a large number of events planned for the area. For more information phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].” The third news note read: “A GLLOW sponsored Volleyball Night is in the works. When a location and time have been finanlized, the phoneline at ###-#### [the GLLOW number] will be carrying information or find out about the night at any other GLLOW sponsored event.” The fourth news note read: “Svend Robinson will be visiting the University of Waterloo on Friday March 17. For information contact Julie Cole @ 885-1211 x####.” This last news note contained an unfortunate misprint: the date should have read Thursday March 16. In all copies distributed to the public, this error was corrected in a handwritten addendum written in the left-hand margin perpendicular to the text, and reading: “S.R. at AL113 Mar. 16 Thursday: Living and Dying with Dignity. noon to 1:00 pm.” This was followed by a listing of events, local organizations, bookstores, radio shows, films of interest that were being shown locally, and bars.
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue.]

1995, March 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Politics and Sexuality: How Out is Out?

Wednesday, March 1: “Coming-Out Discussion Group (All people who are dealing with the issues of coming out are welcome) Politics and Sexuality: How Out is Out? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 1 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 1: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event. All women welcome) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 1 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 1: “GLLOWNight (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people are welcome). An informal social evening. Come and meet old friends and make new ones. UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 3 (Friday) - March 4 (Saturday) * Princess Cinema: Pret-a-Porter

“Princess Cinema (Waterloo) Pret-a-Porter (March 3, 4)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, March 5 (Sunday) * Princess Cinema: Interview with the Vampire

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “Interview with the Vampire (March 5)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, March 7 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Issues in Outing: The Shattered Closet Door

“Tuesday, March 7: GLLOW Discussion Group (All lesbian, bisexual, transgendered, gay and other supportive people welcome). Issues in Outing: The Shattered Closet Door. [What is Outing? Is it right to let the public know about a public figures homosexuality? Would you want to be outed?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Are You a Feminist?

“Wednesday, March 8: Coming-Out Discussion Group, Are You a Feminist? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.1.]

1995, March 8 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 8: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 8 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 8: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 9 (Thursday) * International Women's Week, Waterloo: Screening of Out

“Thursday, March 9: Film Out - NFB Flim on gay & lesbian youth in Canada. As part of International Womyn's Week, this film is being shown at UW, Davis Centre 1301. 11:30 am.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 10 (Friday) * Women's Issues Committee (Waterloo): Women's Coffee House

“Friday, March 10: Women's Coffee House, 'Wine Women and Song' - a fundraiser for local Women's shelters featuring local women artists and musicians. Huether Hotel (Upstairs, King & Princess Street), Waterloo. Admission - $5.00. For information call Women's Issues Committee @ ###-####.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 14 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Dealing With Crushes and Infatuation

“Tuesday, March 14: GLLOW Discussion Group: Dealing With Crushes and Infatuation. [What do you as a LesBiGay person do about Crushes on people who are LesBiGay? are not LesBiGay? What are the consequences of acting on crushes?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: Hometowns -- Where We Come From

“Wednesday, March 15: Coming-Out Discussion Group Hometowns -- Where We Come From. UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 15 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 15: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 15 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 15: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 19 (Sunday) * Women Out Of Doors: Planning Meeting

“Sunday, March 19: Planning Meeting (A WOODS event) Events for March/April and business. 3:00 pm. Phone ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 21 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Sex For Sale: Homosexuality and the Sex Trades

“Tuesday, March 21: GLLOW Discussion Group: Sex For Sale: Homosexuality and the Sex Trades. [How do you feel about working in the Sex Trades as a LesBiGay? What do you think about using the services offered by the Sex Trades?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: How Do I Meet People?

“Wednesday, March 22: Coming-Out Discussion Group, How do I meet People? UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 22 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 22: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 22 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 22: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 23 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “The Adventures of Priscilla Queen of the Desert (March 23)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, March 25 (Saturday) * Guelph Women's Events Committee: Women's Dance

“Saturday, March 25: Women's Dance. United Electrical Workers Hall, 611 Silvercreek Pkwy N., Guelph. (Guelph Women's Events Committee @ ###-####)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 28 (Tuesday) * GLLOW: Tuesday Evening Discussion Group: Models for Relationships

“Tuesday, March 28: GLLOW Discussion Group: Models for Relationships. [What models are there for same-sex couples to use? Should we invent our own?] UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 29 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: Coming-Out Discussion Group: The White Picket Fence

“Wednesday, March 29: Coming-Out Discussion Group, The White Picket Fence UW, Modern Languages, Rm. 104 (Faculty Lounge) 7:30 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.2.]

1995, March 29 (Wednesday) * Women Out Of Doors: Volleyball

Wednesday, March 29: “Volleyball (A WOODS sponsored event.) 8:30 pm. For more information please call ###-#### [the GLLOW number].”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, March 29 (Wednesday) * GLLOW: GLLOWNight

Wednesday, March 29: “GLLOWNight UW, Humanities Building, Rm 378. 9 pm.”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.3.]

1995, March 31 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Heavenly Creatures

Princess Cinema (Waterloo) “Heavenly Creatures (March 31)”
[source: Pink Triangle Community Calendar, March 1995 Issue, p.4.]

1995, Spring * GLLOW Becomes a UW Feds Service

A GLLOW member approaches the Feds about having GLLOW changed from being a student club to a Federation of Students service on a provisional basis. In September, GLLOW is ratified as a service. The group then receives a regular budget for the phone bill and other expenses. Membership and membership lists are no longer necessary.
[source: Nigel Flear.]

1995, April * Club Renaissance: Carole Pope Concert

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “April ... - ‘Go Boy Productions’ brings Carol Pope to Kitchener's Club Renaissance where she wows the full capacity crowd.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, May 25 (Thursday) * Kitchener Won't Proclaim Pride Week

The Record refers to the fact that earlier in the year the Mayor of Hamilton had been fined by an Ontario Human Rights tribunal for refusing to proclaim Gay Pride Week four years earlier, in 1991. The Record goes on to say that, because the Waterloo Region Alliance for Equal Rights had publicly stated that it planned to make a similar request, Kitchener City Council decided to stop making any proclamations at all, as Waterloo City Council had already done.
[source: The Record (Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario), May 26, 1995 Friday Final Edition; article entitled: Region won't proclaim special events.]

1995, June 3 (Saturday) * GLLOW Website Moves

GLLOW opens an account on the Computer Science Club's server, Calum. The GLLOW web site is moved to Calum because it's web server is much faster than the university-run Watserv1 server. The GLLOW uri changes from http://www.watserv1.uwaterloo.ca/~gllow to http://www.calum.csclub.uwaterloo.ca/clubs/gllow in November when the site goes live.
[source: Nigel Flear.]

1995, June 28 (Wednesday) * First Local Pride Celebration

The Record reports on the first local pride celebration, making it clear that the date was June 28, Wednesday. The article identifies Dave Grant and Daryl Bender as organizers of the event. It is reported that only 30 people were in attendance. [This estimate disagrees with reports from other people who attended the event.] The article refers specifically to the fact that the event was held in the very same building where Kitchener City Council had refused the previous month to proclaim Gay Pride Week.
[source: The Record (Kitchener-Waterloo, Ontario), June 29, 1995 Thursday Final Edition; article entitled: Gays happy despite low turnout for celebration.]

On p.[6] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 in a biographical sketch of Dave Grant by Susan Daynard (from the KW Record), there were the following comments about his involvement in the first local Pride celebration. “In addition, he helped campaign for a Gay Pride Day in Waterloo Region last spring. After municipal councils sidestepped the issue by declaring a moratorium on proclamations for any group or cause, Grant - never one to be easily deterred - organized a low-key celebration of gay pride at Kitchener city hall.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[6].]

“In the spring of 1995, a group of people active in the Kitchener-Waterloo LGBT communities met to organize the first local pride celebration ever to be held in the area. Unfortunately, it began to appear that the event would not take place. Just one week before the original date, Daryl Bender took it upon himself to pull things back together, and the event did, in fact, take place in the Rotunda of Kitchener City Hall. With such limited time for publicizing the event, it was astonishing that 86 people showed up.”
[source: Pride Guide 2006, May 27th - June 4th, p.29.]

On p.2 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “June - Waterloo Region's gay community holds it's first official Gay Pride Day at Kitchener City Hall despite a hold put on proclamations.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.2.]

1995, September * Outlook Magazine Began

The first issue of Outlook Magazine, a community-based publication, appeared in September 1995. It continued to be published until issue 28-Q2 in summer 1998. The Grand River Rainbow Historical Project has digitized all 28 issues of Outlook Magazine (1995-1998) and made them available at: http://www.grandriver-rainbowhistory.ca/Outlook.html.

Outlook Magazine was the creation of two community leaders, Rick Lethbridge and Mark Jordan. They devoted three years of their lives to producing a vibrant magazine that told us about ourselves and the world beyond. The gift that they gave helped define us as a community. And by generously allowing permission to reprint Outlook Magazine, they have also provided future generations with a window into the past. Many thanks to Mark and Rick: you should be proud of what you accomplished!
[source: issues of Outlook.]

1995, September/October * Outlook Magazine: Issue #1

The header on the front cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of KW's Gay and Lesbian Community September/October 1995” At the bottom of the front cover was “PREMIER ISSUE” The front and back covers were printed on light blue paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 20 numbered pages exclusive of the covers with the inside back cover labelled p.21; its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The inside front cover was entitled “Welcome to Outlook!”; it began by indicating that it was a “volunteer undertaking by a group of members of our gay/lesbian community” and went on to say that its focus was “to inform, educate and share ideas and personal views amongst ourselves.” The welcome message also indicated that the magazine was printed in Kitchener, and was intended to be issued monthly. There were advertisements for the ACCKWA Vitamin Drive, Words Worth Books, K-W Book Store & Exchange, Provident Bookstore, Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee), two films (Jeffrey and The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love) to be shown at the Princess Cinema, a message from ACCKWA, Generation X, Walk for AIDS '95, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, Dr. Disc, Club Renaissance, and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1.]

The “Between the Covers” section included book reviews of The Medicine Burns (by Adam Klein) and I'll Not Go Quietly (by Mary Fisher), as well as a listing of bookstores in Kitchener-Waterloo and Guelph. The “What's Cooking” section contained two recipes by chef Lance Extrordinaire. There was an article entitled “Wheels Away (understanding the automotive business)” by Uncle Mark. This was followed by the mission statement of Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee). “A Message from ACCKWA” mentioned the following: the 1995 Walk for AIDS, ACCKWA's first “Vitamin/Supplement Drive”, the fall start-up of ACCKWA's discussion group for gay, lesbian and bisexual youth (organized by Rob Gascho of ACCKWA's Education Program), ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity art auction, and the formation of a Cambridge Working Group. The “TV TALK” section mentioned some shows of possible interest to the community. The “Readers Corner” section included three poems and an opinion piece, as well as information about two different presses in Toronto looking for written submissions. There was an article entitled “COMING OUT: Part 1”. The “Music” section contained reviews of three new music CDs. There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources. There were some brief articles about medical advances, including new saliva tests for HIV and AIDS. There was an article about the attempt by the UN Fourth World Conference on Women to include statements about sexual orientation in its conference declaration.
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1.]

1995, September 22 (Friday) - September 25 (Monday) * Princess Cinema: Jeffrey

On p.9 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1 was a review of the film Jeffrey (by Paul Rudnick) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from September 22 (Friday) - September 25 (Monday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.9.]

1995, September 23 (Saturday) * Club Renaissance: Summer Blowout Beach Party

“Club Renaissance presents a Summer Blowout Beach Party. Saturday, September 23rd 9:00 till 3:00 a.m.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.19.]

1995, October * Outlook Magazine: Issue #2

The header on the front cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of K-W's Gay and Lesbian Community October 1995” The front and back covers were printed on pale orange paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 28 unnumbered pages exclusive of the covers; for purposes of referring to specific pages in this issue, we use a numbering that starts from the first white page, and enclose the number in square brackets to indicate that the numbering is not in the original document. The original copy that was digitized had part of pp.[23]-[24] cut out of it; the excised part looks as if it may have been an advertisement (on p.[23]). Its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The inside front cover was entitled “Welcome to Outlook”; the welcome message was similar to that in the first issue. There were advertisements for Club Renaissance, Eye in the Sky (vintage used clothing), a message from ACCKWA, ACCKWA's 2nd annual Chairs for Charity, the October Guelph Dance, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, accommodation in a house available, two films (The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love and Wigstock) to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Dr. Disc, a “Halloween Howler” at Club Renaissance, two more films (Jeffrey and Total Eclipse) to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Generation X, Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee), Vijay's Authentic Indian Cuisine, Words Worth Books, Villa Nina (international bistro), and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2.]

There was an article on the latest musical projects of k.d.lang. The “Cover to Cover” section included reviews of eight books. “TV TALK” gave news on various gay and lesbian characters on TV. The “What's Cooking” section contained two recipes. The “News and Views” section on pp.[8]-[9] included news items on topics such as: the digitization of the AIDS Memorial Quilt for distribution on CD-ROM disks, Martina Navritolova to be the spokesperson for the new Rainbow VISA card, the fining of a Vancouver gynecologist for refusing to provide a lesbian couple with artificial insemination, the freeing of many HIV-positive prisoners in Zambia, a successful sexual harassment suit by a man against another man in Alabama, homophobic verbal abuse in a Denver Burger King, and a 99-year sentence to a man who killed his three housemates because he erroneously thought they were gay. There was a “Word Search” puzzle. The “Music” section included a review of the music from the film To Wong Foo, Thanks for Everything! Julie Newmar, and brief reviews of 5 other CDs.
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2.]

The “Readers Corner” section included a piece by Rick Lethbridge entitled “Discrimination? Yes!”, in which he described his experiences in being discriminated against because of his sexuality, and also being discriminated against by a dentist because of his HIV status. There was also an article entitled “Coming Out: Part 2. The Stages of Acceptance.” There was information about two different presses in Toronto looking for written submissions. There was a review of a recent performance by Colin James and his band at Lulu's in Kitchener. This issue featured the debut of a series entitled “Learning Together About HIV”; the first installment was entitled “A Brief Overview of HIV Infection - HIV Infection World Wide.” There was an article entitled “Wheels Away (understanding the automotive business) LEASING-PART 2” by Uncle Mark. There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources. There was also a “Kalvin & Klein” cartoon.
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2.]

1995, October * GLLOW: 25th Anniversary Preparations

Preparations began for the 25th anniversary celebration of GLLOW to be held the following March. Organizers got Svend Robinson as guest speaker at the event, but suffered a slight setback when k.d. lang declined to perform at a benefit concert, due to a prior engagement at Radio City Musical Hall. Using information collected at the 20th anniversary, a database was developed, and serious networking began to promote the event.
[source: Jim Parrott]

1995, October 1 (Sunday) * ACCKWA: Walk for AIDS, 1995, 3rd Annual

On p.10 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information about ACCKWA's 3rd annual Walk for AIDS. “1995's Walk for AIDS: Make Every Step Count Join us at Victoria Park on Sunday, October 1, as hundreds of Waterloo Region residents walk together to kick off AIDS Awareness Week. Volunteers expect the 3rd annual Walk for AIDS to raise over $60,000 for ACCKWA's support, education and advocacy programs. The walk is also a great way to raise AIDS awareness, and to show support for those infected or affected by HIV in our community. Registration for the 10km walk begins at 11:00 am on Sunday October 1 at the Victoria Park Gazebo. The official opening ceremonies will begin at noon. Participants can look forward to a morning stretch, donated food and beverages, excellent entertainment, massage, and more.” The article went on to list corporate sponsors, and to give other information about participating in the walk.
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.10.]

1995, October 3 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

On p.10 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information about ACCKWA's new discussion groups for gay, lesbian and bisexual youth. “Educational Program introduces gay/lesbian/bisexual youth groups This fall, the education program is beginning a ten week discussion group for gay, lesbian and bisexual youths. The group will cover topics like finding support and community, coming out, safer sex and healthy dating relationships, and others. The groups (one for men, one for women) will run every Tuesday night, starting October 3, and ending December 5, and are open to youth up to age 25. To join the groups, or to find out more about them, call Rob Gascho at ACCKWA (###-####).”
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.10.]

On p.[6] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information (which gave a different, vaguer start date) about ACCKWA's new discussion groups for gay, lesbian and bisexual youth. “ACCKWA announces the beginning of Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth Discussion Groups. Beginning September 1995, the Education Program of the AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo & Area will offer discussion groups for lesbian, gay and bisexual youth, up to 25 years old. There will be a group for gay and bisexual men, and one for lesbian and bisexual women. The session will run for 10 weeks, and a second session will begin in January. The groups will be facilitated by community professionals using the Pride & Prejudice model of Central Toronto Youth Services. Issues to be discussed include coming out, coping with hostile environments, finding a support system, relationships, AIDS and safer sex, and others. There is no charge for participation in the groups, and transportation subsidies are available. Confidentiality is assured. For more information, contact Rob Gascho, Education Coordinator at ACCKWA.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[6].]

1995, October 10 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, October 17 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, October 18 (Wednesday) - October 19 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Wigstock: The Movie

On p.[11] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2 was an advertisement for the film Wigstock: The Movie which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from October 18 (Wednesday) - October 19 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[11].]

1995, October 24 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, October 25 (Wednesday) - October 26 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love

On p.9 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1 was a review of the film The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love (by Maria Maggenti) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from October 25 (Wednesday) - October 26 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.9.]

1995, October 27 (Friday) * Guelph Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Equality: Dance

“Guelph Dance Friday, October 27 will be the date for this month's Guelph Dance. Dig up those old costumes and come see us for an amazingly spooktacular event. As always we're at the ‘Old Schoolhouse’ and doors open at 9PM.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[8].]

1995, October 28 (Saturday) * Club Renaissance: Halloween Howler, 2nd Annual

“CLUB RENAISSANCE DARES YOU TO ATTEND OUR 2ND ANNUAL ‘HALLOWEEN HOWLER’ Saturday, October 28th 9:00 pm till 3:00 am. Evening includes: Drink Specials, Midnight Buffet, Prizes for Best Costumes. TICKETS $5.00 IN ADVANCE, $7.00 AT THE DOOR.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[17].]

1995, October 31 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November * Outlook Magazine: Issue #3

The header on the front cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of K-W's Gay and Lesbian Community” The front and back covers were printed on pale purple paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 32 unnumbered pages exclusive of the covers; for purposes of referring to specific pages in this issue, we use a numbering that starts from the first white page, and enclose the number in square brackets to indicate that the numbering is not in the original document. The original copy that was digitized had part of pp.[3]-[4] cut out of it; the excised part looks as if it may have been an advertisement (on p.[3]). Its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The issue had a pull-out “Tanning Pass” for Beneficial Health & Tanning Centre. The inside front cover was entitled “A Couple of Words from the Publisher....”, indicating that they were pleased with the response by the community to Outlook Magazine. There were advertisements for Jane Bond Café, five films to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Eye in the Sky (vintage used clothing), ACCKWA's 2nd annual Chairs for Charity, Words Worth Books, Club Renaissance, Dr. Disc, two more films to be shown at the Princess Cinema, Cup-a-java Caffé, Project Angel (sponsored by the Waterloo Region AIDS Memorial Steering Committee), Beneficial Health & Tanning Centre, Generation X, and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3.]

The issue opened with a tribute to community activist Dave Grant, who had passed away on 1995, October 22. The “NEWS! NEWS! NEWS!” section included news items on topics such as: the Triangle Program which offered a separate high school in Toronto for gays and lesbians, the recruitment of gay men and lesbians by the Vancouver Police Department, the barring of homosexual foster parents in Algoma, scholarships by the Liberace Foundation, and a New York minister fired because he had performed a lesbian wedding. There was a biographical sketch of Dave Grant by Susan Daynard (from the KW Record). The “Cover to Cover” section included reviews of Last Watch of the Night: Essays Too Personal and Otherwise (by Paul Monette) and Breaking the Surface (by Greg Louganis). There was an article entitled “A Look at Abusive Relationships” by Rik Isensee. The “Entertainment” section listed the winners of the 1995 National Media Awards sponsored by the Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation (GLAAD); the section also included some other entertainment news. There was an article by Julie Stumpf entitled “The Red Cross: Are they telling us the whole truth?”, in which policies and procedures of the Red Cross concerning blood transfusions were questioned.
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3.]

The “Readers Corner” section included a poem. There was an article entitled “Wheels Away: CHOOSING A GOOD USED CAR/TRUCK.” The series entitled “Learning Together About HIV” continued with an installment entitled “PART 2: HIV AND AIDS IN CANADA.” There was an advertisement for a house available for rent, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, and information about two different presses in Toronto looking for written submissions. There was a note about Carole Pope and plans to get her back to Club Renaissance for another performance after the success of her April concert there. There was also a word puzzle. There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources. There was also a “Kalvin & Klein” cartoon.
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3.]

1995, November * Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt: Conestoga College (Doon Campus) Visit

On p.3 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “November - The Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt (The Names Project) is displayed at Doon's Conestoga College.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.3.]

On p.3 of Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, was a report on the visit of the Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt to the Doon Campus of Conestoga College. The report indicated that the Quilt was touring Canadian colleges and universities and that the Waterloo Region stop was at Conestoga College. The reporter noted that “Ten quilt sections, each made up of eight panels the size of grave plots, (3'X6'), symbolic in itself, were on display. Each panel is a personal tribute to an individual or group of people lost to AIDS. The panels were adorned with photographs, personal objects, poetry and some even had favourite clothing attached. It was a very emotional and moving experience that made you feel very aware that each panel represented a name and a grave of a loved one lost to AIDS. The Memorial was open to the public, and during the day, a steady stream of college students and the general public alike, walked through the rows of quilts. I think a lot of the people in attendance were left a little more aware than when they had arrived.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.3.]

1995, November 7 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 8 (Wednesday) - November 9 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Jeffrey

On p.[18] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2 was an advertisement for the film Jeffrey which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from November 8 (Wednesday) - November 9 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[18].]

1995, November 14 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 18 (Saturday) - November 22 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: Rude

On p.[2] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film Rude (Canada 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from November 18 (Saturday) - November 22 (Wednesday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[2].]

1995, November 21 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 21 (Tuesday) - December 2 (Saturday) * ACCKWA: Chairs for Charity Art Auction, 2nd Annual: The Exhibit

On p.[7] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, there was the following call for submissions for ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity Art Auction. “ARTISTS Call for Submissions. ACCKWA 2ND ANNUAL Chairs for Charity. Sit on a masterpiece! Artists are asked to create and donate original works of art using a chair as their canvas. Materials may include any media, such as paint, upholstery, wood, metal or clay. Chairs will be part of a non-juried art exhibit on: November 21st through to December 2, 1995, Rotunda Gallery, City Hall. Chairs will be auctioned with all proceeds to benefit ACCKWA: The AIDS Committee of Cambridge, Kitchener, Waterloo & Area the evening of December 2nd, at Rotunda Gallery, Kitchener City Hall. To register as a participant, call ACCKWA at 519-###-#### now.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[7].]

1995, November 23 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Farinelli

On p.[19] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was an advertisement for the film Farinelli (France/Italy/Belgium 1994) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on November 23 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[19].]

1995, November 24 (Friday) * Club Renaissance: Girls of the Night

“CLUB RENAISSANCE presents ‘GIRLS OF THE NIGHT’ FEMALE IMPERSONATORS FROM HAMILTON Friday November 24th. Shows at 11 p.m. and midnight. Drink Specials and D.J. Dance till 3 a.m. $2.00 cover at the Door.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[25].]

1995, November 28 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, November 30 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: When Night Is Falling

On p.[2] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film When Night Is Falling (Canada 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on November 30 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[2].]

1995, December * Outlook Magazine: Issue #4

The header on the cover of this issue read: “Outlook The Voice of K-W's Gay and Lesbian Community” The front and back covers were printed on pale green paper; the internal pages were on white paper. This issue had 28 numbered pages, exclusive of the front and back covers; its format size was 21.6 cm x 14.0 cm (8.5" x 5.5"). The issue contained two inserts: one for the Outline in Guelph, and one listing events at the Robin's Nest in Cambridge. There were advertisements for ACCKWA's Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth Discussion Groups, Generation X, Adults Only Video, Club Renaissance, Words Worth Books, the Lesbian Gay Bi Youth Line, Eye in the Sky (used clothing store), TCB Travel, Princess Cinema, Dr. Disc, Uptown Travel, a house for rent, a note about a group for deaf gay men and lesbians in Toronto, Beneficial Health and Tanning Centre, Jane Bond Café, Angie's Beauty Salon, Quality Woodworking, and Thistle Antiques and Collectibles.
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4.]

There was a news note about the federal government's extension of some benefits to same-sex couples. There was a news note about the visit that the Canadian AIDS Memorial Quilt made to Doon Campus of Conestoga College, and also a note about the approval by the Canadian federal government of 3TC, a new drug against the HIV. There was also a note about the fourth annual Gay Ski Week at Whistler, B.C. planned for February 4-11, 1996. There were five short book reviews, a movie review of Carrington and one of Sunset Blvd. There were a couple of features about “gay” travel options, a review of a new music album by Alison Moyet, a review of the concert that Jann Arden gave at Lulu's, and a recipe for a salad.
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4.]

In “Readers Corner” there was an article by Rick Lethbridge entitled “Reader's Update”, in which he reported on the disciplinary ruling by the Royal College of Dental Surgeons in Rick's complaint against a dentist who departed from standard protocol because of Rick's HIV status. There was a poem, a puzzle, and an article entitled “Dating in the age of AIDS” (by Thom Sommers). The series entitled “Learning Together About HIV” continued with an installment entitled “THE ABC'S OF HIV. What do all those letters mean?” There was a listing of (mostly local) community resources, and a “Kalvin & Klein” cartoon.
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4.]

1995, December 1 (Friday) - December 6 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: Total Eclipse

On p.[18] of Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2 was an advertisement for the film Total Eclipse which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema from December 1 (Friday) - December 6 (Wednesday). It was described as follows. “TOTAL ECLIPSE STARRING LEONARDO DICAPRIO & DAVID THEWLIS. A film that charts the elusive, exhilarating and passionate relationship of two of France's greatest poets - Paul Verlaine and Arthur Rimbaud.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, October, Issue #2, p.[18].]

1995, December 2 (Saturday) * ACCKWA: Chairs for Charity Art Auction, 2nd Annual: The Auction

On p.10 of Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, in a section entitled “A Message from ACCKWA” there was the following information about ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity Art Auction. “Chairs for Charity, Volunteers Needed December 2nd is the date of ACCKWA's second annual Chairs for Charity art auction. ACCKWA is presently seeking short term volunteers to assist with the training and implementation of this event. Volunteer support in the following areas: art consulting, advertising, publicity, donations, and much more! No long term commitment or lengthy training is required. You can make a difference in the lives of people who are living with HIV and AIDS by getting involved in this exciting fundraising event. For more information on these volunteer opportunities, please call Natalie or Tracey at ###-####.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, September/October, Issue #1, p.11.]

On p.3 of Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, in a section entitled “NEWS Looking Back at 1995”, there was the following entry. “December - ACCKWA's second annual ‘Chairs for Charity’ raises $8400.00 for the service organization.”
[source: Outlook, 1996, January, Issue #5, p.3.]

1995, December 5 (Tuesday) * ACCKWA: Discussion Group for Gay, Lesbian and Bisexual Youth

1995, December 6 (Wednesday) * Princess Cinema: The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love

On p.[2] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film The Incredibly True Adventure of Two Girls in Love (USA 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on December 6 (Wednesday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[2].]

1995, December 7 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar

On p.[3] of Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3 was a description of the film To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything, Julie Newmar (USA 1995) which was to be shown at the Princess Cinema on December 7 (Thursday).
[source: Outlook, 1995, November, Issue #3, p.[3].]

1995, December 21 (Thursday) - January 4 (Thursday) * Princess Cinema: Carrington

“Princess Cinema ... Carrington; Christopher Hampton (UK/France 1995) December 21 - January 4.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.8.]

1995, December 22 (Friday) * Club Renaissance: Christmas Party

“The management and staff at Club Renaissance would like to take this opportunity to invite everyone who has shown us such great support this past year to our annual Christmas Party, 9pm-3am, Friday, December 22, 1995. This is your night, so please come out and let us show our appreciation. Complimentary dessert bar and Free Admission.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.12.]

1995, December 28 (Thursday) - December 29 (Friday) * Princess Cinema: Sunset Blvd.

“Princess Cinema ... Sunset Blvd. Billy Wilder (USA 1950) December 28-29.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.9.]

1995, December 31 (Monday) * Club Renaissance: New Year's Eve Party

“Club Renaissance hosts a New Year's Eve Party Monday, December 31, 1995, 9:00 pm till 3:00 am 24 Charles Street West, Downtown Kitchener.”
[source: Outlook, 1995, December, Issue #4, p.5.]