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Bringing Us Together: Weekly Statewide Zoom LGBTQ Meeting
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In order to provide a forum for support and discussion for Queer leaders and community members across Pennsylvania, William Way Center in Philadelphia has begun a weekly Zoom meeting on Mondays at 5 PM. Folks can stop in, share how they are doing, and connect with others. This can be a great way...
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GASE Behrend Drag Show on November 1
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The Gender and Sexuality Equality Club at Penn State Behrend hosted the Halloween Drag Show on November 1st, drawing a crowd of around 120 attendees. The show was hosted by the comedic Debbie the Drag Queen and featured a lineup of talented performers: Monica Mod, Vivian Vendetta-Sinclaire,...
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Statement from Stonewall pioneer Mark Segal
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from Mark Segal of Philadelphia Gay News - As we have done for the past 55 years since Stonewall, we will continue to stand tall, proud, and ready to wage the good fight. This isn't new; there have been times when elections in this country directly impacted our lives. Let's reflect on those...
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Erie, Pa -- Joye Dado, a medical professional with Central Outreach Wellness Center has received her credential as an HIV Specialist, which is professionally designated by the letters AAHIVS, from the American Academy of HIV Medicine (AAHIVM). Joye's credential as an HIV Specialist is renewed...
on Sun, 1AM
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GLSEN Responds to Election Results: Urgent Call to Action for LGBTQ+ Youth Protections
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Washington, DC (November 6, 2024) - Today, following the election results, where Donald Trump has been declared the winner, GLSEN expresses deep concern over the potential impacts on LGBTQ+ youth and their rights. The re-election of President Trump brings an immediate threat with the...
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Pip-Skey's Foundation Celebrates Success at the 2nd Annual Barks and Booze Fundraiser
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Jamestown, NY On October 13, the 2nd Annual Barks and Booze Fundraiser took place at Sneakers Bar, marking a remarkable year of fundraising for Pip-Skey's Foundation for Homeless Animals, Inc. The event exceeded all expectations, featuring over 50 raffle baskets, two exciting 50/50 drawings, and...
on Nov 7
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Lambda Legal Statement on the 2024 Election
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(New York, NY, November 6, 2024) Lambda Legal CEO Kevin Jennings issued the following statement: We won't sugarcoat this last night's election results were incredibly detrimental to the cause of equality. There is no doubt that many of us feel scared, angry, and perhaps demoralized. And we are...
on Nov 7
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Nestled along the Jersey Shore, Asbury Park has undergone a stunning transformation from a once-sleepy beach town to a vibrant, inclusive cultural hub. Its rich history, eclectic boardwalk, and thriving arts scene have made it a favorite destination for locals and tourists alike. For the LGBTQ...
on Nov 6
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How to react to a friend who is not voting
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From Mark Segal, Philadelphia Gay News - Last week, Jason and I had dinner with a couple we've been friends with for many years. Like us, he's a longtime journalist. Some believe he leans right, but he always claims his opinions are grounded in reason, fact and common sense. He told me that he...
on Oct 26
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Stonewall story - and jacket - highlights importance of allies
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Before he became one of San Francisco's premier press agents, Lee Houskeeper was just another twentysomething in New York City. It was there in the sweltering humidity of the lower Manhattan summer, in 1969, that he witnessed the Stonewall riots.
on Oct 20
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Stitch And B*tch At Compton's Table
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You're reading that right! By popular demand, Compton's Table is starting a STITCH AND B*TCH! This group will meet at Compton's Table, 3104 State St, Erie, PA, bi-weekly on Wednesdays, beginning on November 13th. Bring your knitting needles, crochet projects, yarn, or whatever you're working on...
on Oct 20
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October 16, 2024 Today the Movement Advancement Project (MAP) and CenterLink released the 2024 LGBTQ Community Center Survey Report, which showed that 73% of LGBTQ centers surveyed reported they had experienced anti-LGBTQ threats or harassment over the past two years, much of which were...
on Oct 20
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The Lavender Scare: The Case Against Homosexuals
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There is perhaps no more critical election in U.S. history than the one in which Americans vote Nov. 5. Vice President Kamala Harris has said repeatedly as she campaigns that former president Donald Trump poses a threat to democracy as well as to a myriad of aspects of Americans' daily lives....
on Oct 20
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Masquerade at the Museum Returns for 2024 with new Grand Raffle
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ERIE, Pa. The Erie Art Museum will host its second annual Masquerade at the Museum on Saturday, October 26th, from 7 pm 11 pm. This year's event includes multiple performances including live music by Danny and the Daddios and dance performances by Seiche Dance Collective and Mercyhurst Dance...
on Oct 20
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Chat & Chill Returns to Compton's Table on November 7
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It's happening! Chat & Chill is officially BACK at Compton's Table, 3104 State Street, Erie PA, and better than ever. 18+ groups are every first Thursday of each month from 6-8 pm. Each month will have a different theme to keep the conversation going. November's theme is centered all around YOU...
on Oct 20
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Danny Will Die Alone Returns for Second Hilarious Season on Dekkoo
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The hit Dekkoo Original Series, Danny Will Die Alone, is back with a highly anticipated second season. Building on the success of the first, creator, writer, and star Jack Tracy takes viewers on another laugh-out-loud journey, diving deeper into the complexities of modern dating with a signature...
on Oct 19
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The History of Lesbians and Sports
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On Sept. 20, 1973, in their so-called Battle of the Sexes, tennis star Billie Jean King defeated Bobby Riggs in straight sets, 6-4, 6-3, 6-3, in the Houston Astrodome. It was the first time a woman had played against a man in such a venue and it was an historic event with much media hype and an...
on Oct 8
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US medical archive adds SF transgender clinic website
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A national repository for historic medical information has added the website of a San Francisco health clinic focused on transgender patients to its collection. It is part of the newly created Sexual and Gender Minority Health web archive that is gathering LGBTQ health resources to preserve them...
on Oct 8
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Trial Challenging Missouri's Ban on Essential Health Care for Transgender Missourians Concludes
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Jefferson City, MO - October 4, 2024 - Yesterday, the two-week trial concluded in a lawsuit challenging Missouri's SB 49, a law banning transgender adolescents in Missouri from receiving gender-affirming medical care and banning Medicaid coverage for gender-affirming medical care for transgender...
on Oct 6
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Motor City Rebound: New Mid Town Food Hall, New Cork Town Hotel, New Bridge to Canada and More
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The rebound of the Motor City continues unabated. The once downtrodden area has transformed itself. A vibrant downtown, a stunning new bridge to Canada, a new food hall in Midtown Detroit, a new hotel in Cork Town, and fun suburbs like Ferndale, Clawson, and Royal Oak are full of things to do.
on Oct 6
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STATEMENT: National PrEP Advocates Applaud CDC PrEP Pilot Launch
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Thursday, October 4th, 2024- Advocates applaud the announcement of the five jurisdictions to receive funding as part of a first-of-its-kind Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) PrEP pilot. While the original notification of funding opportunity (NOFO) allocated $7M in funds for four...
on Oct 6
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Erie Mayor Joe Schember Issues Proclamation Recognizing LGBTQ History Month
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Erie City Mayor Joe Schember has issued a proclamation recognizing LGBTQ History Month. LGBTQ History Month is observed every October.
on Oct 3
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SACRAMENTO, Calif. Equality California released the following statement from Executive Director Tony Hoang following the news that Governor Gavin Newsom signed SB 729, authored by Senator Caroline Menjivar, which will require large group insurance plans to cover fertility and infertility...
on Oct 3
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But the Bible says!: How one mistake accidentally sparked today's anti-LGBTQ+ rhetoric
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After months of deliberation, David Sheldon Fearon wrote a letter in 1959 to the committee responsible for developing the Revised Standard Version (RSV) of the Bible. Fearon, recently deceased, was then a 21-year-old seminary student in Canada who hoped to call attention to a mistranslation he'd...
on Oct 2
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Articles from the October, 2024 issue of Erie Gay News. On the cover: Volunteers at Macy's and Compton's Table Back To School event on August 25.
on Sep 27
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From one LGBT TV pioneer to another, Greg Berlanti
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From Mark Segal of Philadelphia Gay News: This story begins a year before Greg Berlanti was born. So, who is Greg Berlanti? If you watched the Emmy Awards on Sept. 15, you might have felt a sense of inclusion when they announced the recipient of the prestigious Governors Award. It was awarded to...
on Sep 23
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Red Cross: Blood donors needed now to help combat critical need
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[Sept. 23, 2024] The American Red Cross continues to amplify the ongoing critical need for blood and platelets to keep the blood supply stable as fall begins. Donors of all blood types, especially those with type O blood, those giving platelets and those who have never given before, are needed now.
on Sep 23
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WASHINGTON Trans and nonbinary teens face the same rites of passage into adulthood as everyone else does, and live far more relatable lives than anti-LGBTQ+ bullies would have you believe. That's the key message of Daniel Really Suits You, the centerpiece of a new six-figure ad campaign from the...
on Sep 19
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Washington, D.C. - September 18, 2024 - Yesterday, in a historic moment for judicial diversity, the U.S. Senate confirmed Mary Kay Costello to serve as a district court judge in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania by a vote of 52-41. Judge Costello, a military veteran, is the 12th openly LGBTQ+...
on Sep 18
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Erie, PA - September 2024 - The Eerie Horror Fest is thrilled to announce a special screening of the influential horror anthology Tales From the Hood on Saturday, October 5, 2024. This landmark film, blending chilling horror and pointed social commentary, will be followed by an insightful Q&A...
on Sep 18
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Helping community members with special needs prepare for emergencies
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Erie, PA - September is National Preparedness Month. The Erie County Department of Public Safety invites residents of Erie County who may need special or additional support during a police, fire or medical emergency to register in the Erie County 911 Special Needs...
on Sep 18
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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania will surprise you. The city is set on numerous hills as well as at the confluence of three rivers in southwestern Pennsylvania. Its hipster vibrant scene is reminiscent of more popular (but less affordable) Portland, Oregon. It is a young scene due to the universities...
on Sep 15
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We are looking for someone dedicated to the work we do at SisTers PGH to serve as Executive Liaison. We're also offering a relocation package for those who may not be currently based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Please see below which states apply to the relocation package.
on Sep 15
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WASHINGTON - September 12, 2024 - Today, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation announced that seven companies - Ford, Molson Coors, Tractor Supply Co., John Deere, Lowe's, Harley-Davidson and Brown-Forman - will face significant deductions on their current Corporate Equality Index scores in...
on Sep 14
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The Erie Art Museum Evolves Joseph Plavcan Exhibition with Adrade, Garber, Speight: In Conversation
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ERIE, Pa. With support from Art Bridges, the Museum will display works on loan from the Philadelphia Museum of Art, by artists Edna Andrade, Daniel Garber, and Francis Speight to explore mentorship and its transformative role in personal and community...
on Sep 14
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Equality California on Ruling Striking Down Chino Valley USD Forced Outing Policy
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SAN BERNARDINO COUNTY, Calif. - September 11, 2024 Equality California, the nation's largest statewide LGBTQ+ civil rights organization, released the following statement from Executive Director Tony Hoang regarding the ruling from the San Bernardino Superior Court that permanently halts Chino...
on Sep 12
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We are looking for adults who identify as LGBTQ+ who are willing to participate in a research study focusing on work-life balance. To qualify, you must be an adult who identifies as LGBTQ+, and you must be currently employed or have been employed within the last six months. For more information...
on Sep 10
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GLSEN, State Advocates Call for Increased Enforcement of LGBTQ-Inclusive Title IX Rule
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Washington, DC (September 9, 2024) - Today, GLSEN and statewide LGBTQ+ rights organizations in Arizona, Pennsylvania, and Wisconsin call for the U.S. Department of Education to open federal Title IX investigations into school districts that are rejecting or otherwise failing to comply with...
on Sep 10
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LGBT Fund Open for Applications
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The LGBT Fund grant at the Erie Community Foundation is opening for applications on 9/9/24 and will close on 10/16/24.
on Sep 9
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Broadway in Erie presents Dear Evan Hansen October 15 and 16 - Tickets on Sale September 9
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Erie, PA Broadway in Erie is proud to present the premiere Erie engagement of the Tony® and Grammy® -winning Best Musical that connected the world, DEAR EVAN HANSEN, at the Warner Theatre October 15 & 16. Performance time is 7:30pm.
on Sep 7
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LOUISVILLE, Ky - September 3, 2024 - Kentucky parents of transgender children and a wide array of civil rights groups have weighed in as the Supreme Court prepares to hear U.S. v. Skrmetti, the challenge to Tennessee's ban on healthcare for transgender adolescents. The families are plaintiffs...
on Sep 4
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A personal tribute to Phil Donahue, and my hair.
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From Mark Segal of Philadelphia Gay News While on vacation, I tuned into CNN International and heard the news of the passing of TV legend Phil Donahue. Phil was please note this worda pioneering ally for the LGBTQ+ community, and he deserves to be remembered for it. Following his passing, LGBTQ+...
on Sep 2
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Articles from the September, 2024 issue of Erie Gay News. On the cover: Snarebear, Pissi Gibune, Cherry Falwell, and Debbie with Meadville Pride attendees in Diamond Park on July 27, 2024. Photo by Michael Mahler.
on Aug 24
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LGBTQ Equality Maps Updates and Bill Tracking for August 2024
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In this rapidly changing landscape, MAP's LGBTQ Equality Maps provide a detailed snapshot of the current state of LGBTQ laws and policies in the United States. See below for state level and local level policy updates as of August 7, 2024.
on Aug 15
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Queer Bourbon Week, Exploring NuLu, and More-Your weekend in the Bluegrass
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Louisville is an interesting mix of unique neighborhoods with a truly one of a kind brand and a Southern regional feel. Despite being just hours from Chicago, you are in the gateway to the South, y'all (yes, they have an accent), Southern charm, Bourbon, horseracing and more.
on Aug 15
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(Washington D.C. - August 13, 2024) National experts alongside a group of transgender, nonbinary, and gender diverse (TNGD) youth with lived experience in child welfare, juvenile legal, and homelessness systems have released a new report highlighting ongoing challenges and harms to young people...
on Aug 15
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MONTGOMERY, Ala.- August 7, 2024 Today, the SPLC Action Fund released Exposing Extremism in Elections, a new analysis of 2024 campaign communications that employ rhetoric crafted by extremist movements and the political hard right.
on Aug 12
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Buffalo United Artists proudly presents Monsters of the American Cinema
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Buffalo United Artists, by special arrangement with Bret Adams, Ltd., is proud to present, 'Monsters of the American Cinema' by Christian St. Croix. The play stars P.K. Fortson and Ayden Herreid and is directed by BUA's Co-Artistic Director Mike Doben. The play runs September 6th through...
on Aug 11
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COLUMBUS - August 6, 2024 Today, the Franklin County Court of Common Pleas rejected our challenge to House Bill 68, Ohio's law banning gender-affirming medical care for trans youth and prohibiting trans women and girls from participating in sports. This decision follows a five-day trial that...
on Aug 11
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Compton's Table Launches Mural Project
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On July 31st, Compton's Table hosted a mural planning event that brought together over a dozen queer youth and young adults, dedicated board members, and two enthusiastic community volunteers. The gathering focused on mapping out a revamp design for Compton's Closet, a crucial service that...
on Aug 11