An aromantic is someone who doesn't experience romantic attraction. Arospec is the shorthand name for people who identify anywhere on the aromantic spectrum, including aromantics. Aro Awareness Week is for anyone on the aromantic spectrum, regardless of where they lie there or sexual orientation. Browse to https://www.arospecweek.org/.

(Erie Gay News, Erie, PA 16502-1105) Please have all articles, ads, and submissions in by this date. This issue will be released on the evening of Tuesday, February 24. For a complete list of upcoming deadlines and release dates, check the print edition schedule at www.eriegaynews.com/printedition/deadlineschedule.php Contact: Michael Mahler. Phone: (814) 456-9833. Email: [email protected]. Browse to https://www.eriegaynews.com.

(Lake Erie Counseling Associates, Erie, PA 16505) 1 PM - 3 PM. Planning meetings are open to anyone interested in helping to plan activities for Aging with Pride. Meetings generally run for about 2 hours with coffee and light refreshments provided. Contact: Dale Allgeier. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 455-4009. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1889603025766762/.

(Werner Books & Coffee, Erie, PA 16508) 1 PM - 3 PM. Come and connect with current Free Mom Hugs Erie leaders and volunteers. If you’re interested in becoming a new volunteer, please come by and hang out! Buy a beverage or treat and get to know us! Phone: (814) 460-0722. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/2327910157296581. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/25480428064992574. Browse to venue website http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

(Full Spectrum Community Outreach Center, 660 W Earle Ave, Youngstown, OH 44511) 2 PM - 4 PM. Join Full Spectrum community for our free monthly Food Party. This pantry is open to everyone not just members of the LGBTQIA+ Community. If you are a member of the LGBTQIA+ Community, please contact us for support with food and other services any time of the month text/call: 330.718.1859 NO RSVP REQURED. Phone: (234) 254-8924. Browse to https://www.fullspectrumcommunityoutreach.org/.

(Mount Calvary Lutheran Church, 1603 W 32nd St, Erie, PA 16508) 7 PM. LGBTQA-friendly AA meeting. Phone: (814) 844-2600. Venue Phone: (814) 864-6831. Browse to http://www.aaeriepa.org. Browse to venue website https://www.facebook.com/Mount-Calvary-Lutheran-Church-120337614645497/.

(Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. The Weekend Winddown. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. Happy hour 8 PM - 10 PM. $1 off bottled beer, $2 well drinks. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

(Unitarian-Universalist Congregation of Erie, 7180 Perry Highway, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 9 PM. Changing rooms will be available if needed. Venue Phone: (814) 864-9300. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/groups/127711820595493. Browse to venue website http://www.uuerie.org.

(Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge No. 119, 201 West State Street, Olean, NY 14760) 8 PM. $8 cover, $7 if you wear pink, $6 COLORS discount. 21+ with valid ID. COLORS Cafe available. Browse to https://www.facebook.com/VeronycasShowgirls/.

(Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. Doors open at 8 PM. $5 cover. Cash only. 21 and over with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

(Third Independent Presbyterian Church, 1315 E Washington St, New Castle, PA 16101) 5 PM - 8 PM. Parents/guardians are invited to tour the facility & mingle with the staff & other parents in our auditorium. Programs include board games, themed arts & crafts, movies, lounge access, and much more! The facility will be closed to the public during this time, except for program participants & parents/guardians. * All Prism volunteers have appropriate clearances. Venue Phone: (724) 698-5753. Browse to https://newcastlepride.org/. Browse to venue website https://www.facebook.com/TIPChurch.

(Erie Trans Picnics) 6 PM - 10 PM. DM @ErieTransPicnics on Instagram for the address. BYOB(oard games) (+consoles/games, cards, crafts, etc.) Pizza provided, feel free to bring snacks. Browse to https://www.instagram.com/erietranspicnics/.

(Niagara Pride, Niagara Falls, NY 14305) 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM. Are you looking to find love...find a new friend...or just wanting to meet new people? Then this event is for you! Join Niagara Pride, local drag icon Pamela Carnes, and DJ Paul Izard for our Valentine's Day Mixer. $5 admission includes pizza and soda. Phone: (716) 298-7656. Email: [email protected]. Browse to https://www.niagarapride.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.niagarapride.org/event-details/love-is-in-air-valentines-day-mixer.

(Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM - 10 PM. Hosted by Ashen Grove. Join in on the fun of dancing with ribbons, poi, levi wands, and more! Doors open at 8pm. $5 cover. 21+ with valid state-issued ID. The Zone is CASH ONLY! ATM on site. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.

(Boro Bar, Erie, PA 16412) 9:30 PM. Hosted by Pissi Gabune. Contact: Pissi Gabune (Austin Kulyk). Phone: (814) 734-1463.

(UPMC Western Behavioral Health at Safe Harbor, 1330 W 26th St, Erie, PA) 1 PM. This is a no-cost group facilitated by an experienced moderator and member of the LGBT+ community. This is also a place to share our struggles, journeys, triumphs, and setbacks and an opportunity to find community and support each other. Mental health and substance use present unique challenges to our community. For questions contact Michelle Wolf at [email protected] or 716-465-8736. Phone: (814) 459-9300.

(Werner Books & Coffee, Erie, PA 16508) 5 PM - 8 PM. Bring games and/or cards with you, or just come to play what others bring. Contact: Steve Siwiecki. Phone: (814) 455-4009. Venue Phone: (814) 864-1565. Browse to https://agingwithprideerie.org/. RSVP/Register/Tickets at https://www.facebook.com/events/1354892079174239/. Browse to venue website http://www.wernerbooks.com/.

(ASCEND Erie, 426 State St, Erie, PA 16501) 6 PM - 8 PM. Queer Scouts is a LGBTQ+ climbing club, with the goal of creating connection and a safer and more inclusive outdoors community. Just look for the Queer Scout mascot, the tiny rainbow unicorn! Please check in at the front desk upon arrival. Not an ASCEND member? Enjoy a discounted $15 Club Day Pass while attending these meetups. Phone: (582) 228-9035. Browse to https://www.ascendclimbing.com/programs/community/community-schedule.

(Zone Dance Club, 133 W 18th St, Erie, PA 16501) 8 PM. The weekend starts now. Doors open at 8 PM. No cover. Cash only. 21+ with ID. Please drink responsibly. Browse to https://thezonedanceclub.com/.