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Gay Life Pittsburgh #18 September 1978

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Summary

This issue of Gay Life, published in September 1978, includes:

Restaurant and Bar Reviews: A feature on late-night eateries in Pittsburgh, with reviews of various 24-hour establishments like Winky’s, Round the Clock, the Plaza Restaurant, Ritter’s Diner, Doggone Sam’s, House of Tilden, Norreh Social Club, Perkins Pancake House, Primanti Bros. Restaurant and Bar, Coney Island, Eat ‘n Park, Howard Johnson’s, White Tower, Denny’s, and Sweet William Restaurants. It also lists and describes various gay and gay-friendly bars and clubs across Western Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia, including newly opened spots like the Loose Balloon and Safari Lounge.
Events Calendar: A detailed calendar of events for September 1978, including parties, live shows, social gatherings, meetings for the proposed Gay Community Center, and special nights at various bars and baths.
Articles and Columns:
- “Best Bets” highlighting upcoming events such as Jolie London’s return, Gorman Lowe’s one-person show, Steel City Corps outings, and Prom ’78.
- An announcement about the opening of the Safari Lounge in Greensburg, PA.
- Information about Berlin, Boas, Isaacson, Logan, and Sharon, a law firm with experience in gay rights.
- A column by Brian Michaels, discussing summer activities, Pittsburgh nightlife, and community news.
- “Miscellany” section featuring an appeal for housing for whistler Jason Serinus, a quote from Rip Taylor regarding Anita Bryant, the resignation of MCC/Pittsburgh pastors, a record review of Grace Jones’s “FAME,” and an update on plans for a Gay Community Center.
Advertisements and Services: Ads for various businesses and services, including bathhouses (Arena Baths, Club Baths, Schume’s Liberty Baths), adult entertainment (The Follies), and personal ads in the “Bazaar” section.
Community Information: Listings for Dignity/Pittsburgh (a gay Catholic organization), Gay Alcoholics Anonymous, Metropolitan Community Church/Pittsburgh, Persad Center (counseling and education), and Rapid Action for Gay Equality.