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Marketing/PR firms take top two spots in Phoenix-area LGBTQ-owned businesses list
By Megan Wadding, June 2918 Web Exclusive. Each spring, Arizonans from Cochise, Pima, Greenlee, Graham, Pinal, Santa Cruz, Gila, Santa Cruz and Maricopa counties descend on a small town nestled in the Mule Mountains for one of the state’s most unique and inclusive Pride celebrations. Located 95 miles southeast of Tucson, and only 12 miles north of the Mexican border (specifically the Naco, Mexico, point of entry), Bisbee is a small town with a huge amount of Pride. “We are a very progressive, liberal community where everyone can be themselves all year long,” said Nancy Parana, Bisbee Pride president.
When Tucson’s LGBTQ community center, Wingspan, closed its doors in the summer of 2014, it left a void in terms of an LGBTQ guide for businesses and groups. This need had always filled by Wingspan’s own community directory.
Yuma Pride Festival & Parade, the First Ever Pride Event at the Littlewood Fine Arts and Community Co-op. Prizes, live bands, DJ, drag shows.
Robyn isn’t the only one dancing on her own: Have you seen Erik Cavanaugh? “I love dancing because it’s the soul’s direct communication to the world,” Cavanaugh, 25, told People. “I want people to finally see the world of dance as much more than just one size. Dancing has this stereotype that only the thinnest can be successful, when that is not true.”
You may recognize his name because of his role as Billy aka “Fancy Pants” in the 2003 film School of Rock, starring Jack Black, but Brian Falduto has grown to be much more than the character he played when he was 11 years old.
Double-A. It has many uses, that little word-dash-letter. It’s good for future baseball players. Good for a pre-teen girl. Great, if you’re a student trying to bring those grades up. And, as you’ll see in Buzz: A Stimulating History of the Sex Toy” by Hallie Lieberman, if you’re an adult, double-A is something you never want to run out of…
It’s not long now until the title of Mr. Connecticut Bear is passed onto another worthy competitor. The next sash will be handed over on April 28th this year, with a ceremony hosted at the Four Points Sheraton Meriden CT (find more info and book a room here). Last year’s title holder is Mark Richards, a Connecticut …
The men of Atlanta hit up the legendary Furball party at the Heretic for St Patty’s Day and we have the pictures to show just how HOT the night was! Music for the night was by Alex Acosta and Vicki Powell. Photos are by Toby Related
“United We Stand, Equality for All” the 2018 Phoenix Pride Festival is set to welcome 37,000 attendees to Steele Indian School Park April 7 and 8.
As a community organization fueled by kindness and social entrepreneurship Only Human exists to help empower victim of violence.
Do you fancy somewhere a little different for your next vacation? Well, what about Peru? Our friends at Llama Trip can organise your whole itinerary, from accommodation to excursions. We’ve never been to Peru, so we asked them what are their nine best reasons why we should visit, and here’s what they had to say… …
Book review, Play Big: Lessons in Being Limitless from the First Woman to Coach in the NFL by Dr. Jen Welter with Stephanie Krikorian. Seal Press, 2017.
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While Trixie Mattel is known for having an over-the-top look with bright makeup, excessive wig game and cosplay worthy costumes, there’s another side of her. In a recent interview with Echo Magazine, the “RuPaul’s Drag Race All Stars” Season 3 winner shared that she also tries to bring a greater depth to her work through her standup comedy and country music.
Making the Most of Their Shot, 2018 Mister and Miss Phoenix Pride, two Arizona natives were leading this year’s Pride Parade on a float, waving and smiling to 13,000 observers.
Courtesy of Fat Stache Studio, June 2018 Web Exclusive. Local artist Marisa Hall Valdez has made the Valley her home for nearly 20 years, but the first 21 years of her life were forged on the outskirts of El Paso, Texas, in the town of Anthony.
The jewelry you wear tells a story. A ring on your left hand, third finger, says to the world that you stood up once and vowed to love and honor. A brightly-colored stone says you were born in a certain month. Sparkles around your neck might tell of a vacation, an apology, or a whim, and in the new book The Charm Bracelet by Viola Shipman, the tales of three women are told by the jewelry on their wrists.
Documentary film, You Racist, Sexist Bigot, All We Want is Justice, All We Need is Love, migrant trans women and men and all the LGBTQ+ migrant community
Quiiky, an Italian travel company, is offering tours that look at the Vatican Museums’ art from a gay perspective.
When Scott Darby decided he was ready to claim his place in the community, he had no idea his journey would lead him to an international stage just 145 miles north of his hometown. Born and raised in Danville, Ill., a small farming town about two and a half hours south of Chicago, Darby relocated to Phoenix three years ago. Because his family owns a business in Sun City West, he was no stranger to the Valley and, ultimately, it was his path in recovery that landed him here permanently.
One of our favorite bear brands ABETTERBUZZ has launched their new Spring 2018 collection which features some great designs across tees, tanks and caps! Check out the selection below to visit ABETTERBUZZ homepage, or click each image to shop that item.
Soon to be available on iTunes, “A Fight for our Lives”
supports youth efforts to end gun violence
If two bears make music in the woods, will anyone hear it? Well, maybe ‘U Sexy Mutha U’ wasn’t made in the woods but it sure is heating up the music scene. This song marks the first collaboration of 80’s and 90’s iconic dance theme writers Stevie F and Barry Huffine.
Restaurant Review: Tempe Public Market Café is billed as a casual neighborhood hangout, the café embodies a relaxed vibe with booths, couches and tables.
Do you fancy somewhere a little different for your next vacation? Well, what about Peru? Our friends at Llama Trip can organise your whole itinerary, from accommodation to excursions. We’ve never been to Peru, so we asked them what are their nine best reasons why we should visit, and here’s what they had to say… …
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