An ordinance to be introduced to Pittsburgh City Council next week will create a city-wide Hate Crimes Law that includes sexual orientation, gender identity and disability.
The proposed legislation would add to existing State and Federal Hate Crimes laws that do not include sexual orientation and gender identity and expression. Those in violation of the new Hate Crimes Law will be charged with a summary offense. Summary-2021-1410
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Pulling the balls at OUTrageous Bingo with Rick Allison. Rick has been calling the monthly OUTrageous Bingo for 27 years, which raises money for the Shepherd Wellness Community and the Pittsburgh Equality Center. Rick takes us through the origins of this LGBTQ Pittsburgh institution beginning on December 6, 1997, the opening bingo pledge, the unique games played, and the guest bingo callers throughout the years. Listen at the link in bio or wherever you get your podcasts. ...
We are once again a proud sponsor of the @handmadearcade Holiday Market. Each year we donate our booth to a young queer artist or crafter for the event. This year’s QBurgh artist is Jess Schweitzer. Jess is a Pittsburgh-based artist who is the owner and operator of @happylilcanvases Jess uses a unique blend of art to create a playful mix of stickers, gifts, prints and illustrations. Stop by this weekend! Article and free ticket info link in bio. ...
