Winners!

Winners!

I used a random number generator to select winners for the two giveaways (TOTEM and Uh Huh Her).  The winners have been contacted and I'm hoping they are all sorts of excited.  I'll announce their names as soon as they get back to me.  Thanks to everyone for playing!  

Dreams of Hope – Summer Qamp

Dreams of Hope – Summer Qamp

Dreams of Hope has a summer camp week that sounds awesome.   Dreams of Hope Summer Arts QAMP! August 16 – 20th   Dreams of Hope is hosting an overnight camp from August 16 – 20th for LGBTA youth ages 13-17. The camp will be held at the Emma Kaufmann Camp on Cheat Lake near […]

The death of Bin Laden — queer persectives

The death of Bin Laden — queer persectives

I watched the media coverage and Presidential press conference last night with a strange mix of relief and sadness.  I can't rejoice in someone's death, but I am hopeful that his death will lead to a better world for all of us.  From Pam's House Blend … Is this the final proof that Barack Obama […]

A Third Chance To Win

A Third Chance To Win

Adagio Health is offering two free tickets to their 40th anniversary party on May 19, 2011 at Rodef Shalom. Keynote speaker is Victoria Kennedy.  The tickets are coutesy of the Pittsburgh Women's Blogging Society. Click here for more details

Another Contest – A Pair of Tickets to see Uh Huh Her

Another Contest – A Pair of Tickets to see Uh Huh Her

Concert is Tuesday, May 3, 8 PM at Mr. Smalls.  Special guest Diamonds Under Fire.  Where most new bands play their first gig in front of a handful of people, LEISHA HAILEY and CAMILA GREY (Uh Huh Her) debuted to a packed house of industry heads, critics and fans, many of whom might have been […]

Fitzgerald mailer recognized domestic partners

Fitzgerald mailer recognized domestic partners

I was pleasantly surprised when I took a peak at the Fitzgerald for County Chief Executive mailer we received in the mail today. Typically, we get two of everything — newsletters, flyers, sample magazines, etc.  Or things will come to just one of us.  Now folks, if you can fit “or current resident” on the […]

Frankel reintroduces anti-discrimination legislation

Frankel reintroduces anti-discrimination legislation

From PG coverage of today's press conference … Frankel has proposed legislation that would outlaw discrimination in employment, housing, credit and public accommodations such as hotels, restaurants and public bathrooms. Several counties and municipalities — including Allegheny, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg — already have local anti-discrimination ordinances, but Mr. Frankel said it's time protections are […]

Frankel reintroduces anti-discrimination legislation

Frankel reintroduces anti-discrimination legislation

From PG coverage of today's press conference … Frankel has proposed legislation that would outlaw discrimination in employment, housing, credit and public accommodations such as hotels, restaurants and public bathrooms. Several counties and municipalities — including Allegheny, Pittsburgh, Philadelphia and Harrisburg — already have local anti-discrimination ordinances, but Mr. Frankel said it's time protections are […]

TOTEM is here and we’ve got two FREE tickets!

UPDATE:  Deadline was moved up to May 2, 2011 so be sure to enter today! *********************************************************** Exciting news, correspondents.  TOTEM by Cirque du Soleil is returning to Pittsburgh and we are giving away a pair of tickets for the Friday, May 20, 4 PM show.    Cirque du Soleil is pleased to announce that it […]

The complexities of police/LGBTQ interactions in Pittsburgh

The complexities of police/LGBTQ interactions in Pittsburgh

Interactions between members of the LGBTQ community and the Pittsburgh Police can be fraught with complexity, whether it be a domestic call or sorting out the potential for what would be classified as a hate crime.  Let me state here that crimes based on sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression are not recognized as […]