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Gay Life Pittsburgh #15 May 1978

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Summary

This issue of Gay Life magazine from May 1978 covers a variety of local and national LGBTQ+ news and events, with a particular focus on the upcoming visit of Anita Bryant to Pittsburgh.

Anita Bryant’s Visit and Protests: There is significant coverage of Anita Bryant’s scheduled appearance at the Greater Pittsburgh Charismatic Conference on May 22nd. The Pittsburgh Committee for Human Rights is organizing a demonstration and rally against her, and various local establishments are holding events in conjunction with or to benefit this protest, such as the Orange Ball at the Home Circle Club (Page 2, 3). Dignity, Pittsburgh’s community of gay Catholics, is also planning a prayer service and vigil on May 21st in anticipation of Bryant’s speech (Page 3).
Golden Triangle Weekend: This Memorial Day weekend event (May 29th) is highlighted, featuring a picnic at North Park’s Lodge and co-sponsored by several local clubs like the Venture Inn, Norreh Social Club, House of Tilden, and Holiday Bar. The weekend also includes various specials and events at these sponsoring establishments (Page 3, 28).
Local Events and Venues: The magazine details numerous local events for May, including a Pajama Party at Cherchez La Femme Cabaret at 2001 (Page 20), the Mr. Buns Contest at the Home Circle Club (Page 2, 4), and a “Bizarre Bazaar” for Persad Center (Page 3). Several local bars and clubs in Pittsburgh, Ohio, and West Virginia are listed with their offerings and contact information (Page 31).
National Briefs: National news includes the Tri-City National Defense Fund for gay rights ordinances in St. Paul, Eugene, and Wichita, as well as an update on a $10,000 grant for San Francisco’s Gay Freedom Day Parade (Page 8).
Local Spotlight: Features include an article on the musical trio Tuxedo Junction (Page 11), information on a local gay TV spot on WIIC-TV (Channel 11) (Page 3), and a discussion of candidates for a special Pittsburgh City Council election who support anti-discrimination ordinances (Page 4).
Services and Resources: The magazine lists various LGBTQ+ organizations and services, such as the Metropolitan Community Church, Dignity/Pittsburgh, Gay Alcoholics Anonymous, Persad Center, and Rapid Action for Gay Equality (Page 29, 31).

The issue also contains personal columns, classified ads, and advertisements for businesses catering to the gay community across Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia.

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