The 2014 Gay Games presented by the Cleveland Foundation is organizing and supporting hundreds of events prior to Games Week, 9-16 August 2014.
If you have an event that you would like Gay Games to include, please send information to info@GG9CLE.com.
7 July 2014
Johnny Mango Gay Games Fundraiser - Johnny Mango - 3120 Bridge Ave. Ohio City, Cleveland 11 a.m - 11 p.m.
Present this flyer to your Johnny Mango’s server and 20% of your purchase will go directly towards the 2014 Gay Games presented by the Cleveland Foundation. Available for dine-in or carry out!
To view the printable flyer click here.
11 July 2014
GG9 Social: Lake County Captains at Classic Park - 7:00 p.m.
Cheer on the Captains with GG9 as they play the Great Lakes Loons. Stick around after the game for a post-game fireworks extravaganza set to the sounds of Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin. Fill out a request for tickets to reserve your tickets today. (Limited quantities available).
12 July 2014
GET WITH THE ACTION! Community Printmaking Day - Noon - 4 p.m.
MOCA Cleveland
FREE and open to all!
Artist Corita Kent used printmaking and text to create positive social messages promoting tolerance, diversity, and love. This event invites families and community members to experiment with various printing processes to create uplifting messages and beautiful imagery. Among the activities is an opportunity for guests to produce a vibrant poster that will be displayed at the 2014 Gay Games in August to encourage positivity and inclusivity among the athletes and audiences. The event is open to all ages, with activities designed for diverse abilities and artistic skill.
14 July 2014
LGBTQ Cultural Competence Training Program - 10 a.m. - Noon
The Beachland Ballroom, Cleveland
The Diversity Center of Northeast Ohio is committed to creating sustainable change for LGBTQ inclusivity. Beyond the estimated $40 million econimic impact of GG9, the events will have a social impact for the region. The goal is to create a legacy of impactful change that is more sensitive and welcoming to the LGBTQ community. This program aims to engage small businesses (under 50 employees) to prepare them to serve our 30,000 visitors with warmth and inclusion. To see more details on the event flyer, click here.
15 July 2014
SafeZone Program - 5:30 - 8 p.m.
LGBT Center, Cleveland
The SafeZone Program is a visible network of allies who are committed to creating a community of respect and dignity for LGBTQ consumers, clients, students, staff, faculty and others. This workshop, geared towards those in the helping profession, provides 2.5 CEU's through the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Worker, and Marriage & Family Therapist Board. For more information, click here to see flyer.
27 July 2014
Broadway Standing Ovations with The Cleveland Orchestra - 7 p.m.
Blossom Music Center, 1145 W. Steels Corners Road, Cuyahoga Falls
Join us for a GG9 kick-off event at Blossom Music Center on Sunday, July 27 for The Cleveland Orchestra’s Broadway Standing Ovations concert. Conducted by Jack Everly, the musical showcase features vocalists Christina Bianco, Ted Keegan and Ben Crawford as well as Men of the Blossom Festival Chorus. The program includes highlights from The Phantom of the Opera (featuring Broadway’s “Phantom” Ted Keegan), Wicked, Rent, Les Miserables and more. Pack your picnic and come out to enjoy one of Northeast Ohio’s favorite summer traditions! Use promo code GG9CLE for a special 50% off ticket price offer available on the Cleveland Orchestra website at clevelandorchestra.com or 216-231-1111. Offer not valid on day of performance.
2 August 2014
Increasing Student Achievement: Building Bridges Among Students, Teachers, and Community - 8 a.m.
John Carroll University, University Heights
FREE workshop open to educators, school leaders, parents, counselors and community members. More information here. Be sure to register through Survey Monkey!