SuperGay is the annual celebration of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Life in Middlesbrough. The ‘Main Event’ is in Centre Square on Saturday 11th September. Starting the day is a colourful march which starts at 12 from Zetland Square (near the train station). The march will end in Centre Square where there will be stalls, music etc etc. Host’s include Lyndon Ogbourne (Emmerdale). Headline acts include Lloyd Daniels (X Factor finalist) an Abba Tribute Band, Brian Jagger, “The Men”, Alexander Price, Adam Rickett and Alesha Bennett. For more information ring MESMAC in Teesside on 01642 804400. Website: www.supergaymiddlesbrough.com

Everyone has a story to tell about drinking – a good night out or a bad night in… The stories we tell each other are excellent ways of recording what’s important. If you’re Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual or Transgender and live in South Tyneside, we want to hear your drinking stories. We particularly welcome anyone willing to talk at length about their alcohol related experiences in the gay community. (Take part and get high street vouchers of your choice and your transport costs covered). Send your stories to Debs Walker (confidentiality is assured). Email debbiewalker@trinityyouth.org.uk or visit www.surveymonkey.com/s/C5Q3M2Y
You can call Debs on 07790 823 040 (leave your number – all calls returned)

Saturday 18th September 2010 from 10am to 5pm at the MESMAC offices in central Newcastle. A lack of confidence in sexual situations can force you into accepting whatever sex is on offer rather than what you want. The Confident Cruising course is a one day course and is designed to help you improve your cruising skills, whether you’re in a bar, a sauna, online or just walking down the street. Confident Cruising is for any gay or bisexual man who wants to sharpen their cruising skills both online and face to face. Book a place online at www.gmfa.org.uk/national or call: 020 7738 3712

The Northern Pride festival of events is now over and the Pride commitee would like to remind everyone that feedback about the event is very important, it helps in the planning of the next one. Please fill in the online survey about what you thought of the event at http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/northernpride. It’s really quick and easy to do. Thank you.

North Tyneside Link would like to hear your views. Are you happy? yes or no, they want to know. What’s your experience of health and social care services in North Tyneside? Speak up, don’t shut up!- make something happen.
Email: diane.v@gmx.com with your views or to find out more.

This year MESMAC celebrates 20 years of service to the LGBT communities of North East England. MESMAC was founded in 1990 as a response to the HIV/AIDS epidemic of the late 1980′s and has continued through to the present day having adapted to the times using a community development style of working. MESMAC North East will be celebrating our 20th birthday through the year with some special events. Stay tuned for further news as and when it is announced.