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 […]

Blogger Night at Bricolage

Blogger Night at Bricolage

Last night, Ledcat and I attended the premiere of “Huntera Gatherera” at the Bricolage theater company on Liberty Avenue.  It was part of a “bloggers night” event.  Overall, I liked the space and most of the technical elements of the show — the staging, the costumes, the lighting, even the deafening set change sounds.  Ledcat […]

Want to Know More About Queer Events?

Want to Know More About Queer Events?

I suggest you subscribe to the Queer Events Listing which has a moderate amount of traffic.  Most of the posts are about events from the highbrow to the grassroots.  Occasionally, some discussion will break out and once in awhile a heated discussion.  Just go to  http://groups.google.com/group/queer-event-listings

GLSEN Safe Prom for all

GLSEN Safe Prom for all

GLSEN SAFE PROM FOR ALL   When: Friday, April 29 from 7 pm-11 pm Where: The University Club               123 University Place               Pittsburgh, PA 15260               412-648-8213   Tickets cost $20.  There will be food, drinks, a photographer, and plenty of song and dance. For more info. contact GLSEN Pittsburgh at: 412-361-6996 Email: pittsburgh@chapters.glsen.org […]

Upcoming events

Upcoming events

Things you might want to know about … Friday April 15thHeels on Wheels Glitter Roadshow PittsburghRemedy 5121 Butler St.8:30pm doors, 9pm show, $5 Featuring local performers Bekezela Mguni, Nichole Faina and more! …Stay for the Afterparty-Operation Sappho!!! w DJ's Mary Mack, Square Peg, and Drop ThatSpecial guest DJ Shomi Noise from Heels on WheelsPhotobooth by […]

Gertrude Stein Club Endorsements

Gertrude Stein Club Endorsements

Good, LGBTQ positive information for the May primary. The Gertrude Stein Political Club of Greater Pittsburgh supports the following candidates for the May 17, 2011, primary:   PA Commonwealth Court Barbara Ernsberger County Executive Rich Fitzgerald (D) County Controller Valerie McDonald Roberts (D) Allegheny Co. Council district 7 Nicholas Futules (D) Allegheny Co. Council district […]

Dear Pgh. Let’s support a candidate who isn’t afraid of PrideFest.

I used to give Reverend Ricky Burgess the benefit of the doubt. He's the councilor for Pgh District 9.    When City Council voted on a “Will of Counsel” resolution to support including sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression in the state Human Relations Commission, he parsed his support. He voted for it, but […]

Domestic Partner Benefits for Allegheny County – here’s what the candidates think

Domestic Partner Benefits for Allegheny County – here’s what the candidates think

This is just too good/bad for anything other than a direct quote.  The candidates for Chief Executive from both parties were meeting with the Executive Women's Council of Greater Pittsburgh yesterday.  Let's set aside whether they were addressing ladies, women or girls.  Actually, let's not.  What kind of campaigh staff doesn't review this with a […]

Pgh Mayor contributes to “It Gets Better” project

Pgh Mayor contributes to “It Gets Better” project

I am very proud of Mayor Ravenstahl for contributing a video to the “It Gets Better” anti-bullying project.  This is the sort of leadership we need from our allies.  I hope the Mayor will take a few steps down Grant Street to support the kids at the Gay & Lesbian Community Center in both the […]