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Abilene to Host First Ever LGBTQ Pride Parade

Abilene to Host First Ever LGBTQ Pride Parade | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

For the first time in the city's history, Abilene will be hosting an official Pride Parade.

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The Late-in-Life Lesbian Experience Blossoms Online

The Late-in-Life Lesbian Experience Blossoms Online | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Social media and websites have become a valuable resource to some women who have come out in their later years or after marriages to men.

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How fashion helps queer people discover their identities before they have the words

How fashion helps queer people discover their identities before they have the words | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

In conversation with LGBTQ+ designers and content creators, Kaleigh Werner details how fashion can be a materialization of identity

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LGBTQ+ community, local groups rally for each other at Nashville Pride

LGBTQ+ community, local groups rally for each other at Nashville Pride | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

A spirit of encouragement coursed down Lower Broadway as 100 floats greeted thousands of bystanders, each side sending messages of solidarity.

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Sunshine and Celebration at the 2nd Annual Troy Pride Night Out

Sunshine and Celebration at the 2nd Annual Troy Pride Night Out | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

After a rainy start, Mother Nature came through with sunshine this evening, providing the perfect backdrop for the 2nd Annual Troy Pride Night Out. The event, h

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Pride Cymru gets under way with thousands in parade

Thousands of people are expected to visit Cardiff this weekend for the annual Pride Cymru festival.

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‘Be free to be who you are’: Crowds come out for Bangor Pride

‘Be free to be who you are’: Crowds come out for Bangor Pride | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

With about 150 vendors, Bangor Pride is projected to garner crowds over 7,000 people in size.

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PHOTOS: Albany Pride brings in historic crowd Saturday

PHOTOS: Albany Pride brings in historic crowd Saturday | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Saturday's 'Albany Pride' event grew to a historic size as the Willamette Valley community celebrated love, acceptance, and representation.

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We asked patrons and vendors of East LA’s Queer Mercado what queer joy looks like

We asked patrons and vendors of East LA’s Queer Mercado what queer joy looks like | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

On a recent Saturday morning at the East LA Civic Center, señoras carrying fresh produce trickle out of the farmers market while dozens of people – some in sparkly midriffs […]

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Denver comedian Kate McLachlan talks Pride, punchlines and punching down

Denver comedian Kate McLachlan talks Pride, punchlines and punching down | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Kate McLachlan’s podcast "Dyketopia" laces humor through discussions with the LGBTQ community.

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CNY Pride was on display Saturday at Syracuse’s Inner Harbor

CNY Pride was on display Saturday at Syracuse’s Inner Harbor | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Headline entertainment was provided by LaLa Ri and Landon Cider, along with a community showcase featuring local talent.

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To thine own self be true: Fenix exhibit, ‘Transfigure,’ explores queer identity outside of the big city

To thine own self be true: Fenix exhibit, ‘Transfigure,’ explores queer identity outside of the big city | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

When speaking to Amber Imbrie, who curated "Transfigure: Transformation As A Revolutionary Act," the latest exhibit at Fenix Arts, it's clear the artist was intentional about every detail of the show from selecting the exhibitors to the positioning of each piece within the gallery space on the campus of Mount Sequoyah Center in Fayetteville.

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How the vodka soda became ‘gay water’

How the vodka soda became ‘gay water’ | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The mixed alcoholic drink has become a cultural fixture that businesses are capitalizing on.

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Cher Surprises at The Abbey Relaunch Party in West Hollywood

Cher Surprises at The Abbey Relaunch Party in West Hollywood | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

GED Magazine was front and center for the Red Carpet Arrivals and Relaunch Party at The Abbey in West Hollywood last night, as the new owner Tristan Schukraft flexed his muscles, literally and figuratively, with the A-list event!

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Stonewall Chico's annual Pride Festival unites community with support and visibility

Stonewall Chico's annual Pride Festival unites community with support and visibility | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The Stonewall Alliance Center of Chico hosted its annual Pride Festival on Saturday.

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Chicago Pride Fest: Thousands celebrate LGBTQ+ community at Northalsted festival, with JoJo Siwa, Natasha Beddingfield performing

Chicago Pride Fest: Thousands celebrate LGBTQ+ community at Northalsted festival, with JoJo Siwa, Natasha Beddingfield performing | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The 23rd annual Chicago Pride Fest celebrated the LGBTQ+ community in Northalsted, with JoJo Siwa and Natasha Beddingfield performing Saturday.

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Stockton Pride Festival returns after pandemic hiatus

Stockton Pride Festival returns after pandemic hiatus | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Stockton's Pride Festival was back in action after taking a hiatus following the pandemic.

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Thousands join Budapest Pride to protest anti-LGBTQ+ policies

Thousands join Budapest Pride to protest anti-LGBTQ+ policies | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Prime Minister Viktor Orban promotes a Christian-conservative agenda and in 2021 banned the "promotion of homosexuality" among under-18s despite criticism from rights groups and the European Union.

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See photos from Grand Rapids Pride 2024

See photos from Grand Rapids Pride 2024 | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Thousands gathered for the 36th annual Grand Rapids Pride Festival on Saturday, June 22, 2024.

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JoJo Siwa brings good 'Karma' to joyous crowd at 23rd Chicago Pride Fest

JoJo Siwa brings good 'Karma' to joyous crowd at 23rd Chicago Pride Fest | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Drag performers glowed and glided. Pride-themed merch was sold and an overall feeling of unity and welcome was felt Saturday in Lake View.

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‘We are here to stay’: Pride draws crowds to Grand Rapids

‘We are here to stay’: Pride draws crowds to Grand Rapids | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Downtown Grand Rapids was filled with music, vendors and plenty of rainbow flags Saturday for the city's annual Pride festival.

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Idaho Democrats bring back Queer Caucus in response to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation

Idaho Democrats bring back Queer Caucus in response to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

After years of anti-LGBTQ+ bills making their way through the Idaho Legislature, the Idaho Democratic Party launched its state convention with a presentation from its newly rebranded Queer Caucus, which aims to advocate for policies that protect marginalized Idahoans. The Queer Caucus is a constituency group of Idaho Democrats dedicated to advocating for LGBTQ+ rights […] The post Idaho Democrats bring back Queer Caucus in response to anti-LGBTQ+ legislation appeared first on Idaho Capital Sun.

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At The End Of The Rainbow (Fatigue), Queer Collectives Take Centre Stage

India has the largest queer population in the world, and therefore the impact of building such opportunities sets an example for the global LGBTQ+ community. Here are some collectives that are developing ideas and opportunities that consciously platform more queer narratives:

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'We are not leaving people behind.' Louisville's groundbreaking Fairness Ordinance turns 25

It's been a quarter century since supporters of anti-discrimination protections for LGBTQ+ people won passage of Louisville's Fairness Ordinance.

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The Maine Millennial: Nobody has to hide at Pride

The Maine Millennial: Nobody has to hide at Pride | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

I'm lucky to look at pride celebrations as family events. Not every queer kid has it so easy.

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This Restaurant in San Diego is Showing What it Means to be PRIDEful

This Restaurant in San Diego is Showing What it Means to be PRIDEful | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

GED Magazine was one of the first to view the new 2024 PRIDE EXPERIENCE at insideOUT, San Diego’s premier LGBTQ+ restaurant and lounge! This inclusive space is welcoming to all, and this PRIDE season they've pulled out all the stops to create a rainbow wonderland.

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