Gay and single in Pittsburgh?

Gay and single in Pittsburgh?

Forbes ranked Pittsburgh low on the list of places good for a singles scene.  I read this little article, including the sidebar profiles and thought “whine, whine, whine.”  On a bright note, they even included a token homo in their list.  What really gets me about all this whining is the sense of entitlement — the […]

Dessert, Bingo, and the Zoo — A Gay Bonanza in Pittsburgh (plus other stuff)

Dessert, Bingo, and the Zoo — A Gay Bonanza in Pittsburgh (plus other stuff)

First, some upcoming queer things to do in Pittsburgh … OUTrageous Bingo is this Saturday, September 15 at Goodwill's building on the Southside.  This is a good time and benefits two local causes — the GLCC and Shepherd Wellness Center.  “Dining for Diversity” also takes place Saturday evening from 9 – 11:30 @ SPACE downtown.  […]

Outdoor movies, swimming pools & where the hell is Flagstaff Hilll?

Outdoor movies, swimming pools & where the hell is Flagstaff Hilll?

Yesterday was a productive day here at Lesbian Central.  We both had the day off and got started early with a quick blog, a bagel and a several errands.  Stopped by Construction Junction to donate a microwave (poked around, but came up empty handed)and then had lunch at The Quiet Storm.  I have to admit […]

Pgh Lesbian & Gay Film Society Shows “Tick Tock Lullaby”

Pgh Lesbian & Gay Film Society Shows “Tick Tock Lullaby”

Got plans on September 7? You might want to catch the latest film from the Pgh Lesbian & Gay Film Society  — Tick Tock Lullaby — at the Southside Works.  Here's the blurb ….Pittsburgh Lesbian and Gay Film Society is pleased to present Tick Tock Lullaby on Sept 7th at the SouthSide Works Theater.  Show […]

Tomorrow at the Warhol – A Chat About Transphobia and Homophobia

Tomorrow at the Warhol – A Chat About Transphobia and Homophobia

UPDATE:  Dr. Emilia Lombardi is NOT participating in this event.    Carryin’ On Conversation – Homophobia & Transphobia: Being Black and Gay in Pittsburgh   Date:  Aug. 17, 2007 Cost: Free Time:  7:00 pm – 10:00 pm 7 p.m. – Conversation moderated by Derek Tines with special guests, Chastity Cheetam, Emilio Lombardi and others. 8 […]

Storms, Films, Saphhic Delinquency and A Shout Out to Erie!

Storms, Films, Saphhic Delinquency and A Shout Out to Erie!

Well, we didn't make it to the sex toy party.  And what's up with the comments about marriage in relation to that?  Who needs marriage to enjoy a good dildo?  Hmmm … We ate Chinese food and grabbed some ice cream at Klavons in the Strip.  I was still a little rattled by my experience […]

Friday Night ~~ The Sexiest Adult Sex Positive Toy Party and Dance!

  Girl's Night In rocks.  We hosted a sex toy party for queer women at the GLCC back in 2005.  It was standing room only and big kinds of fun.  This seems waaaayyyy more fun. Click on the image to get more details.  We don't have plans for Friday evening so this is definitely at […]

More on Celebrate the Night and Alleged Discrimination

More on Celebrate the Night and Alleged Discrimination

As we reported, a local woman is claiming that the Celebrate the Night committee unfairly refused to audition her for their variety show because of inaccurate information that she worked as an escort. Today, the CTN organizing committee issued the following statement: Celebrate The Night is an event that was created to give women a […]

Brighton Heights The Vault Rocks a Saturday Afternoon

Brighton Heights The Vault Rocks a Saturday Afternoon

I had a perfect glass of iced tea this weekend.  Ledcat and I toodled up California Avenue to Brighton Heights in order to pick up a very generous donation the Vault had made to support a fair housing project.  Being generous in return (and hungry), we stopped for a snack.  Laura had a bottled raspberry […]

Dyke March – Pittsburgh Style

Dyke March – Pittsburgh Style

  It is the most dykeable time of the year! Pittsburgh's 2nd Annual Dyke March Saturday, July 21, 2007 5 PM   Mingling time — make a poster, make a friend 6 PM  MARCH AFTER MARCH — byob (bring your own basket) picnic location TBA All dyke-identified women are welcome to attend.  Male and female allies […]