San Diego Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender Pride has selected a 30th anniversary theme for next year’s celebration: “30 Years of Pride: Strength in Numbers.”

The organization is currently conducting its annual logo contest, open to all supporters of San Diego LGBT Pride. All types of artistic styles are acceptable, provided they incorporate this year’s theme. The deadline for submissions is Dec. 15. Entries will be reviewed by the community, and the winning artist will receive $500.

Last year’s winner was Ty Webb of F2 Graphic Designs. His entry was selected from more than 60 submissions. Those wishing to participate in the contest should call the Pride office for submission details, at (619) 297-7683.

Pride’s 2004 30th anniversary celebration will be held on Jul. 30 - Aug. 1.

This month, Being Alive will be hosting a seminar on testosterone replacement options. Dr. David Shamblaw will lead the seminar, which will also include information on how testosterone replacement can help fight fatigue, depression and low sex drive. The seminar will take place on Nov. 19, 2003 from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at the Balboa Park Recital Hall, located at 2130 Pan American Plaza. For more information, call Vique at (619) 291-1400 to RSVP. A light dinner will also be served.

The Ms. San Diego Leather Contest will celebrate 10 years on Saturday, Nov. 15, at The Center. Ms. San Diego Leather has a longstanding tradition of presenting quality women to the leather community, and this year will be no exception. Events surrounding the contest include a “meet the contestants, the MCs and the judges” event at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Nov. 14, at The San Diego Eagle, located at 3040 North Park Way. There will also be an after-party Saturday, Nov. 15, at Sabbat/Shooterz, located at 3815 30th St., following the contest. Doors open at 6:00 p.m. and a $10 donation is requested at the door. The contest will start at 7:00 p.m. There will be a cash bar with cocktails sponsored by The Imperial Court de San Diego, and hors d’oeuvres by Tophat Catering. There will also be commemorative 10th anniversary pins for sale, Leather Community-San Diego (TLC-SD) 2004 calendars, a 50/50 raffle and fabulous door prizes. Emcees for the event will be Daddy Dana and Lady Ajax.

AIDS Project Los Angeles (APLA) has taken HIV prevention to the Internet with “Head Project,” a new social marketing campaign addressing HIV prevention and mental health among gay men via a unique web site.

Studies indicate that depression, addiction, anxiety, isolation, childhood abuse and stigma can often challenge gay men’s intentions to practice risk-reducing behaviors. Through in-depth interviews and focus groups with men in West Hollywood, developers of the project found that many men who experience psychological problems are interested in learning about mental health issues in a more autonomous manner than traditional support groups and programs can provide. Designed and created with social marketing designer Andy Williams, the Head Project web site was developed specifically for West Hollywood, a city with a significant gay male population and a destination for gay non-residents who visit the area’s entertainment and social venues. For more information, please visit www.gaylesbiantimes.com for a link to the Head Project web site.

San Diego District Attorney Bonnie Dumanis and County Board of Supervisors Chairman Greg Cox are warning residents to be aware of individuals who may try to prey on victims of the recent fires. One of the most common practices following a disaster involves unlicensed contractors looking to help fire victims rebuild. All fire victims should be wary of any contractor who initiates contact with them by means of a “cold call.” Residents should contact at least three references, and personally inspect a contractor’s past work. If residents have any questions, they should contact the Better Business Bureau of San Diego, Contractors State License Board or the California Attorney General’s Office Registry of Charitable Trusts. For more information or to report fraud, call the DA’s Economic Crimes Division at (619) 531-4070.

The powerful play Another American: Asking & Telling will have a special benefit performance supporting SLDN at Diversionary Theatre on Wednesday, Nov. 12. Tickets are $35 ($20 for students and military E-l to E-4). The performance depicts experiences regarding the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy in the military. It is an important play that affects the civil rights of patriotic Americans who can’t openly serve their country simply because they are gay. For additional information, phone (619) 239-4180. SLDN is a national non-profit agency dedicated to ending discrimination and harassment of military personnel affected by “don’t ask, don’t tell.” The benefit will be held at the Diversionary Theatre, 4545 Park Blvd., and will start at 8:00 p.m.

The TLC-San Diego Scholarship Awards dinner is scheduled for Nov. 8 from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at The Center. This dinner is a fundraiser for the scholarship fund and donations are being sought so that all of the money raised can go towards the scholarship fund. Tickets for the event must be purchased in advance so that organizers can have an accurate count for the dinner. Contact Israel Hernandez for more information on tickets or to make a donation. An e-mail link for him can be found at www.gaylesbiantimes.com.

Food for the dinner or cash donations to buy food are being accepted.

In an effort to reduce crime and make our neighborhoods safer, Third District City Councilmember Toni Atkins and Police Chief William Lansdowne will host a workshop on Saturday, Nov. 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, to assist residents in bringing Neighborhood Watch to their communities. The training will take place at the Normal Heights Community Center, 4649 Hawley Boulevard, one block south of Adams Ave. Doors will open at 8:45 a.m. and refreshments will be served.

The Neighborhood Watch workshop is free and open to the public. To assist with the planning for the workshop, residents are asked to RSVP by Nov. 6 to Councilmember Toni Atkins’ office at (619) 236-6633. However, no one will be turned away on the morning of the workshop.

A noted author and specialist in the treatment of sexual addiction will speak in Hillcrest on Saturday, Nov. 22, at 7:00 p.m. on the topic of “cybersex.”

Sexual addiction is a disorder in which there is loss of control over one’s sexual behavior, resulting in physical, emotional, and financial harm to oneself and others. With the growth of the Internet, online pornography and sexual chat-rooms have increasingly become a problem for many people. Sex addicts repeatedly engage in harmful or dangerous behavior despite adverse consequences such as exposure to HIV or other diseases, loss of job, loss of relationship, or arrest.

Patrick Carnes, Ph.D., is a leading advocate of the Twelve Steps for recovery from compulsive sexual behavior. Some of his numerous books include Out of the Shadows, Don’t Call It Love, and In the Shadow of the Net: Breaking Free of Compulsive Online Sexual Behavior. His lecture is the keynote event of a conference scheduled by a local Twelve Step group. Advance registration is requested. The cost is $30, which includes a catered dinner, the lecture and entertainment. For more information, call (858) 735-6647.