DIALING FOR DOLLARS

The Lesbian, Gay, Bi Youth Line must raise $75,000 by Apr 30.

Upcoming fundraising events are:

An Art Auction at YYZ Artists Outlet (401 Richmond St W, suite 104). The show will be up and bids will be accepted from Thu, Apr 8 through Sat, Apr 10 (gallery hours are 11am to 6pm), with a live auction on Sun, Apr 11, at 2pm.

A gala performance of The Other Side Of The Closet at Young People’s Theatre. 7:30pm. Fri, Apr 30. 165 Front St E. Call (416) 363-5131 ext 238 for details.

To make a donation, call (416) 962-2232. The youth line operates from 4pm to 9:30pm, Sunday to Friday. In Toronto, call (416) 962-YOUTH; outside of Toronto, call 1-800-268-YOUTH.

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