Summary
The official LGBT guide to Pittsburgh Pride 2011, providing a comprehensive overview of the events, sponsors, and community information.Key highlights include:
- Welcome Letters: Messages from Allegheny County Executive Dan Onorato, City of Pittsburgh Mayor Luke Ravenstahl, emphasizing diversity, inclusion, and the ongoing fight against discrimination.
- Calendar of Events: A detailed schedule of Pride 2011 events, from May 21 to December 3, including the “Mr. Drag King Contest,” the Big Gay Picnic, the Pride Advocacy Rally, Renaissance City Choir performances, Queer Teen Dance Party, “Legal and Financial Planning for Gay and Lesbian Couples” seminar, Lez Date, TransPride Celebration, Splash! party, Pub Crawl, Pride in the Street featuring Patti LaBelle, the Pride Awareness March, and PrideFest.
- Main Events: Dedicated sections for the Advocacy Rally, Lez Date, TransPride, Splash!, Pub Crawl, Pride in the Street (with Patti LaBelle as the headliner), Pride Awareness March (with Grand Marshal Kathi Boyle), and PrideFest.
- Articles and Features:
- “Why Pittsburgh Pride is better than all the other prides” by Bruce Vilanch: A humorous take on various Pride celebrations.
- “Delta Foundation Joins the International Struggle for Equality” by Thomas C. Waters: Discusses the Delta Foundation’s partnership with Action Reconciliation Service for Peace (ARSP) and the arrival of a German volunteer.
- “Becoming a Family: The Truth Behind Same-Sex Adoption” by Cindy J. Daro: Addresses same-sex adoption, foster care, and related issues, providing resources.
- “Eating with Pride” by Julie Gongaware: Recommends LGBT-friendly restaurants for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, including Square Café, Harris Grill, Dinette, and Dozen Bake Shop.
- “The Green Side of Pride” by Kara Holsopple: Highlights Pittsburgh Pride’s partnership with Zero Waste Pittsburgh and efforts to promote environmental sustainability.
- “Sticks & Stones: Putting an end to gay bullying” by Cindy J. Daro: Discusses the impact of gay bullying and resources for support, such as GLSEN, Dreams of Hope, GLCC, Persad Center, and PFLAG.
- Sponsors and Partners: Recognition of numerous organizations and businesses supporting Pittsburgh Pride, including PNC, Coors, Rivers Casino, Highmark, Alcoa, Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney, Omni William Penn Hotel, Manhunt, Fuze, and Barefoot Wine.
- Community Resources: Listings for various LGBT-focused organizations and services, such as the GLCC, Persad Center, Pittsburgh AIDS Task Force (PATF), and legal services from Kathleen D. Schneider.
- Advertisements: Ads from local businesses and organizations, promoting their services and showing support for the LGBT community.
The guide emphasizes the themes of “Don’t Stop Believing” and “You Belong. I Belong. We All Belong,” promoting acceptance, diversity, and equality within the Pittsburgh region and beyond.