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Gay Marriage ... In the Cards
Another sign that society is embracing same-sex marriage is the mainstreaming of gay wedding cards. In January, US card maker Cardthartic introduced cards congratulating two women or two men on their marriage. “Cards are one of those things that closely mirror societal changes,” says the publisher’s founder Jodee Stevens. “In the past few years, an increasing number of the 2,000-plus gift and specialty stores that carry our cards let us know they wanted these ‘love is love’ designs." - March 29, 2013 - Cardthartic Cards & Comforts
Friends in Adoption to Hold Adoption Workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY on Friday March 22: Registration Open to All Families
Friends in Adoption (FIA), a not-for-profit agency, is hosting a full day adoption workshop in Saratoga Springs, NY, on March 22nd, 2013, for prospective adoptive parents. FIA welcomes all families and respects all choices made by pregnant women/couples. Pre-registration is required. - March 15, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
The Second Annual Take Two Film Festival in New York City Set for April 5-7 Following Postponement Due to Sandy
Three-day festival will feature 56 independent films from 14 countries at the historic Theatre 80 St. Marks in the East Village. - March 12, 2013 - Take Two Film Festival
Religion's Greatest Secret Exposed in Shadow of Light, a Challenging Memoir That Will Split the World of Religion Wide Open. Let the War Begin.
Shadow of Light, a passionate and controversial debut novel by David David Kernan, dispels the dogma of organized religion and unveils the truth about mankind's innate link to the divine. - March 11, 2013 - DDKBooks
Free Adoption Workshop for Members of the LGBT Community in Orange County, NY, on March 2, 2013
Saint Peter’s Lutheran Church in Port Jervis, NY will be hosting a free workshop on Saturday, March 2, for members of the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community who are considering starting a family through adoption. Facilitating the workshop will be staff members from Friends in... - February 18, 2013 - Friends in Adoption
New Single "Boystown" Released About Life in LGBT Community
Singer, Songwriter, and Entertainer Mark Ortega has released an original dance pop single entitled, “Boystown,” about the LGBT community now available on Google Play, Amazon, and iTunes worldwide. - February 12, 2013 - Mark Ortega Entertainment
Private Island Getaway for LGBT Travellers a Rare Opportunity
Boutique travel company Atlasremix is offering a week-long stay for up to 42 lucky travelers at the exquisite privately-owned Guana Island. Atlasremix is asking would-be travelers in the LGBT community and beyond to weigh-in on travel dates and more via survey. Once a date has been settled upon via majority vote, they will post the chosen dates and you will have only 72 hours to book. - February 06, 2013 - Atlasremix
Will They be More Than Best Friends? Forbidden Love Published by Outskirts Press
Outskirts Press announces the latest highly anticipated gay fiction from Aurora, CO, author Dee Rose. - February 06, 2013 - Outskirts Press, Inc.
LGBT Travel Grows Up
LGBT travel is being reinvented. Atlasremix specializes in boutique travel for discerning LGBT and progressive travellers. Forget those lost weekends in Ibiza. Atlasremix specializes in getaways to private islands, villa hideaways in the Tuscan hills and customized celebrations in the Turks & Caicos Islands. Atlasremix offers you the world, remixed. - February 05, 2013 - Atlasremix
Penny Tration of Ru Paul's Drag Race Season 5 to Appear in Norfolk, VA for Pet Food Benefit
An upcoming drag queen, star of Ru Paul's Drag Race Season 5 on Logo, is coming to the Hershee Bar in Norfolk, VA for a benefit show for Mr. Wiggle's Pet Food Pantry. Admission is $5 or the same amount in non-perishable pet food. - January 09, 2013 - Eunia Biskit
Urgent Black Transmen, Inc Assistance Needed: Help Find Our Missing: 19 Year Old Sage (DaShad) Smith - Missing Transgender Youth in Charlottesville, Virginia
Black Transmen, Inc. is making full nationwide awareness of Sages’ disappearance, and has deployed members to disseminate information about her disappearance. If anyone has any information regarding Sages’ disappearance please call: Charlottesville Police Department at 434.977.9041 or Black Transmen, Inc. at 1.855.BLK.TMEN - December 26, 2012 - Black Transmen, Inc
The Colburn School Goes Red for Sold Out World AIDS Day Concert Hosted by AIDS Research Alliance, Presented by Kaiser Permanente
Where: The Colburn School 200 South Grand Avenue Los Angeles, CA 90012 When: November 30th, 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm What: AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) will host an inaugural World AIDS Day Concert at The Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles. Emmy Award winner, LeVar Burton, Master of... - November 29, 2012 - AIDS Research Alliance
Inaugural World AIDS Day Concert in Downtown Los Angeles Hosted by AIDS Research Alliance, Presented by Kaiser Permanente
On Friday, November 30th, AIDS Research Alliance (ARA) will host an inaugural World AIDS Day Concert at The Colburn School in downtown Los Angeles, across from the Walt Disney Concert Hall. This community event will begin at 7:30 p.m. in Zipper Hall. Emmy Award winner, LeVar Burton, Master of... - November 14, 2012 - AIDS Research Alliance
Out Military Launches OutMilitaryNews.com
Out Military News: News for and About Out Military - November 06, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
Cooper Law Group, LLC Announces Addition of Attorney Amye von Seebach
The Cooper Law Group, LLC is pleased to announce the addition of attorney Amye von Seebach to the firm. Ms. Seebach's addition to the firm is one of ground-breaking proportions. Ms. Seebach will focus her legal talents on litigation matters, and the important area of Estate and Probate work for the... - November 06, 2012 - The Cooper Law Group, LLC
LGBT Weddings in Italy, Efffetti Wedding in Tuscany Partners with Italian Wedding Celebrant
LGBT Wedding Commitment Ceremonies in Italy now available thanks to new partnerships at Efffetti Weddings in Tuscany | Italy. Together with the launch, Efffetti and Italian Wedding Celebrant Offer a special promotional package. - October 25, 2012 - Efffetti
Gay Coming Out Novel Discounted for National Coming Out Day 2012
Author Matthew W. Grant announced today that, in celebration of National Coming Out Day 2012, the ebook version of his gay coming out novel, Zach's Secret, has been discounted effective immediately until October 22, 2012. - October 13, 2012 - Matthew Grant
New York City’s Take Two Film Festival Emerges as a Major Venue for Undiscovered and Independent Filmmakers from Around the World
Three-day festival will bring 54 films from 14 countries to the historic Theatre 80 St. Marks in the East Village November 2-4. - October 05, 2012 - Take Two Film Festival
OutMilitary.com Launches Mobile App for Gay Service Members
The new OutMilitary.com mobile app gives gay service members a powerful tool to find and connect with one another right on their smartphone, they can literally "see" other gay service members on their base, ship, wherever. - August 20, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
The Nadadores of South Florida Announce 18th Year Anniversary Party at the Dugout Sportsbar and Search for Not-for-Profit Organization to Benefit from Annual Fundraiser
The Nadadores of South Florida invite you to Dive In at the Dugout Sports Bar, Midtown Miami’s newest Sports Bar to celebrate 18 years of swimming. The Nadadores have also commenced the search for a not-for-profit organization to benefit from their annual fundraiser. “Our dynamic organization is comprised of a diverse membership base that comes together once a year to celebrate our history and give back to the community that has given us so much over the past 18 years,” said Kirk Arthur, Captain - August 15, 2012 - Nadadores of South Florida
LGBT Lifestyle & Travel Magazine Increases Distribution by 480%
New York based Connextions Magazine is pleased to announce that distribution has been increased by 480%. The print magazine, previously sold in Barnes & Noble throughout America, will also sit on the shelves of newsstands in major metropolitan cities, as well as being circulated throughout... - August 01, 2012 - Connextions Magazine
Chick-fil-A Protest Draws Attention to Fast Food Chain’s Bigotry and Intolerance
The Gay & Lesbian Center of Orange County (The Center OC) today led a protest of Chick-fil-A at the grand opening of its newest location in Laguna Hills. The protest comes in response to Chick-fil-A president Dan Cathy, who told the Baptist Press that the company is “guilty as... - July 28, 2012 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
OC Gay & Lesbian Center and OCEC Condemn Continued Bigotry of Boy Scouts of America, Call for Boycott
The Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County (The Center OC) and Orange County Equality Coalition (OCEC) condemn the Boy Scouts’ decision to continue to exclude “open and avowed homosexuals." Both organizations urge parents to consider the message sent to our nation's young people -- including the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth we serve -- when they allow their sons to participate in Boy Scouts of America. - July 20, 2012 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
J.P. Waty Launches International Gay-Friendly Job Site
Unlike other job sites Alligaytor.com is dedicated exclusively to LGBT friendly jobs worldwide. - July 13, 2012 - Alligaytor
The Ghosts of Stonewall: Clairvoyant Explores Stonewall Riot Karma in Gay Novel
As a clairvoyant, Alderin Ordell has seen glimpses of the afterlife. - July 11, 2012 - The Ghosts of Stonewall
Where’s My Lesbians’ Las Vegas International Drag Day Show to Feature Drag King/Queen, Burlesque and Comedy Acts at the LVCS Live Music Venue for Sin Sity Sisters Charity
For the 3rd consecutive year, Where’s My Lesbian is honored by having the charity “The Sin Sity Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence” as the beneficiaries of the International Drag Day (IDD) Las Vegas celebration. The show will be at the LVCS Live Music Venue inside the Brass Lounge on Friday July 13th, 7pm – 9pm. The show will be followed by an after party at Drink in Drag, Krave’s newest LGBT bar. - June 18, 2012 - Where's My Lesbian
Spreaker Pulls Down Hate Speech by Gay-Bashing Radio Host Caiden Cowger
Reaffirms its principle about free speech in the web community. - June 09, 2012 - Spreaker
LGBT Community Centers Serve Over 1.7 Million People Annually
Despite the slow economic recovery, lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community centers manage to provide vital resources to 1.7 million people annually according to a comprehensive report released today by CenterLink and the Movement Advancement Project (MAP). The 2012 LGBT Community... - June 08, 2012 - CenterLink
Denver, Colorado Attorney, Nancy L. Peterson, Releases Her New Website
Nancy L. Peterson is an experienced attorney in Denver, Colorado and has recently launched her new website, www.petersonlawllc.com. This website will ease the task of an online search for an attorney in the area of probate, estate administration, guardianships, conservatorships or estate planning... - June 06, 2012 - The Peterson Law Firm, LLC
Orange County Gay & Lesbian Center Training LGBT Leaders of Tomorrow
Youth Empowered to Act (YETA), a group of lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer and questioning (LGBTQ) youth leaders between the ages of 14 and 24 at the Orange County Gay & Lesbian Center, started a letter writing campaign, “Where Do You See Yourself in 10 Years,” to ensure safe schools for all youth across Orange County. - June 06, 2012 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
Emily Smith Named as St. Louis Regional Director
By unanimous consent, the Board of Directors has confirmed the appointment of Emily Smith to serve as the foundation's Director serving the St. Louis Region. Also confirmed, two new board members Jazan Wallace and Amanda Beneze as ranking board members effective June 1st, 2012. - May 31, 2012 - Daniel McCree Foundation
Big Island GLBT Pride Festival Announced for July in Kona
Announcing the 2012 Big Island Pride Festival, Sunday July 22nd from 10:00AM - 2:00PM at Kamakahonu Beach/Ahu’ena Heiau (the Luau Grounds of Courtyard at King Kamehameha’s Kona Beach Hotel). After an absence of several years this island-wide event once again brings together the Big... - May 25, 2012 - Big Island Pride Festival
Learn American Sign Language (ASL) at Fusion in Wilton Manors for Free
You are invited to attend a free 6 Week Course beginning May 9th on American Sign Language (ASL) hosted by Fusion in Wilton Manors. - May 24, 2012 - Fusion of Wilton Manors
Gc Media: Speaker of the New York City Council is Expecting Another Miracle
Nationwide campaign to raise $1 from 6,000 families for the Row with the Tide ocean rowboat is launched in New York City. - May 12, 2012 - GC Media
Cabaret Cares/Help Is On The Way Today Announces Annual Gala, May 20/Laurie Beechman Theater, NYC. Christine Pedi (Newsical the Musical, S**t Liza Minelli Says) Performs
Cabaret Cares/Help Is On The Way Today is announcing their annual Gala Fundraiser, May 20 at the Laurie Beechman Theater. The 501c3 charity assists children living with HIV/AIDS. This year, they honor media personality Valerie Smaldone with the Spirit Award. Christine Pedi (Newsical the Musical, S**t Liza Minelli Says) will perform. Gala includes cocktails, auction, dinner, performances by top Broadway and Cabaret talent, gift bags. Robert Creighton of "Anything Goes" will be the auctioneer. - April 24, 2012 - Help Is On The Way Today
San Francisco Startup Releases iPhone App Focused on Gay Nightlife
App uses geo-location to help community find gay events nearby. iPhone app focused on gay & lesbian nightlife is available for free for a limited time. - April 18, 2012 - Wsup Co.
OutMilitary.com Officials Celebrate Gay Pride Events at Service Academies
OutMilitary.com, a social network for LGBT service members and their supporters, is proud to support the recent formation of LGBT clubs on campus at many of the nation’s military academies, and various Gay Pride events taking place this week as well. Cadets in uniform at Norwich University,... - March 28, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
New Jersey Bullying Activist Speaks Out
James McLaughlin Raises His Voice to End Bullying and Help Victims with the Help of Driving Force Public Relations. - March 23, 2012 - Driving Force Public Relations
Estetica Thailandia Organizes Sex Change Surgery Tour in Thailand
Estetica Thailandia in collaboration with Preecha Aesthetic Institute (PAI) is organizing a GRS group project in Thailand. - March 21, 2012 - Benessere and Beauty (Thailand) Co., Ltd.
New Book on Horizon About Premarital Counseling for Gay Couples
A premarital guide of case studies illustrating real problems and creative solutions for the LGBT community published by ASD Publishing. - March 12, 2012 - ASD Publishing
New Writer Picks Up Where E. Lynn Harris Left Off
Since author Terry E. Hill’s first novel was released in January 2011, readers have been waiting anxiously for the sequel. Come Sunday Morning has since been acquired by more than 1,000 libraries in the U.S., Europe, Australia and New Zealand and has been selected as best book of the month... - March 09, 2012 - When Sunday Comes Again
OutRaleigh 2012 Festival to Address Social Equality Concerns
The LGBT Center of Raleigh announces today that OutRaleigh 2012 will include expo booths and activities that address social, economic and legal inequalities faced by the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. - March 08, 2012 - LGBT Center of Raleigh
ASD Publishing to Exhibit Diverse Books at Rainbow Book Fair in NYC
ASD Publishing joins over 100 exhibitors at the 4th annual Rainbow Book Fair in New York City. - March 07, 2012 - ASD Publishing
LGBT Media Company Unicorn Booty Averages 1 Million Uniques; Hires National Sales Director
Brian Devinney joins the UnicornBooty.com team to start connecting brands to Unicorn Booty's growing community of gay and allied readers. - March 03, 2012 - Unicorn Booty
WikiQueer Celebrates Inauguration: Online Encyclopedia and Resource for the LGBT Communities Launches
Non-profit wiki project allows global LGBT communities to document and edit their own collective knowledge on LGBT topics and compile information from other online projects. - March 03, 2012 - Aequalitas Project, Inc.
Center OC Welcomes New Executive Director
The Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County (The Center OC) today announced that it has hired Dr. Kevin O’Grady as its new Executive Director, effective March 5, 2012. O’Grady comes to The Center OC after serving as the Regional Director of the Anti-Defamation... - February 16, 2012 - Gay & Lesbian Community Services Center of Orange County
GSN101: New GLBT Based Live Streaming Video Online Community
GSN101.com is the new GLBT video network that will bring non-pornographic community shows and events to your computer or mobile phone. - February 15, 2012 - GSN101
Joint Venture Partners in America and Thailand Announce the Launch of OutThai.com - a Social Network for Gay People of Thailand and Their Supporters in the United States
The creation of OutThai.com was motivated by the company's popular American site OutMilitary.com, which has a large number of Thai members. OutThai.com looks to satisfy a growing demand for gay social networking between Thailand and the United States. - February 14, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
Discharged Under Don't Ask Don't Tell Six Years Later Service Member Reenlists
His dream of becoming a seagoing sailor was cut short by the discriminatory policy known as, “Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.” Now, William Norman is back and ready for action. Earlier this week he enlisted in the U.S. Coast Guard. - February 09, 2012 - OutMilitary.com
Brooklyn Industries Celebrates Valentine’s Day by Giving Back with Their Latest Signature Tee
In celebration of Valentine’s Day, Brooklyn Industries has designed a Special Edition Tee that not only celebrates beauty but celebrates a social cause and gives back to a community in need. - February 08, 2012 - Brooklyn Industries