I’ve been called a lot of things in my life: flaming, trashy, cheesy, stupid, ghetto, talented, idealistic, brilliant, crazy and numerous other things. I have also been called a “bottom” several times and often it’s been intended as an insult. ...
Since 1994, The Andy Warhol Museum has become one of Pittsburgh’s most influential and important cultural organizations. Located on the North Shore of Pittsburgh, The Warhol holds the distinction of being the largest museum in the United States dedicated to ...
A little more than fifty years ago, the world was quite different. It was a time before the March on Washington and before Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s stirring words began to change the hearts and minds of a generation. ...
If during Fourth of July weekend you see human-sized stuffed animals roaming around town, know that you are not hallucinating due to the extreme heat. It simply means that Anthrocon, the world’s largest furry convention, is back in town. Since ...
For the past six years, Pittsburgh Pride has taken on a different look than it had previously. For one thing, it’s a lot bigger in size and scope, and is far better attended. The celebration’s presence now carries more weight ...
The organizers of an upcoming queer arts festival needed a name, so they created two lists, one of words associated with queerness and the other a list of words associated with Pittsburgh. And what a better combination for those two ...
Back in April, Issak Wolfe, a student at Red Lion Area High School near York, Pa. wanted to add his name to the running for prom king. But because he is transgender, he was instead placed on the prom queen ...
We all go through our “dream vacation check list” in our heads countless numbers of times as soon as the travel bug gets a hold of us. As I go down my list, 99% of the time I am looking ...
As a woman, I know that taking care of oneself can seem overwhelming. With so much to fit into our schedules, our health sometimes slips onto the back burner. What we don’t realize is that if we break it down ...
Are you paying attention? Can it be that history has been made? It almost doesn’t feel real, does it? The LGBT community has achieved the most amazing progress towards equality since Stonewall and it feels as though momentum is building. ...
Dr. Michael Madden is a new grandfather, and just like any new grandfather, he wants to tell all his co-workers about his grandson. But if Madden, chief medical officer at Gateway Health Plan, wasn’t openly out at work, he wouldn’t ...
Once upon a time, Facebook was a different land. It was a place meant for college students to connect with out-of-town friends and fellow students in a less obnoxious arena than other places (looking at you Myspace). Facebook back then ...
The University of Pittsburgh Health Sciences Diversity office fosters an inclusive environment for students, trainees, and faculty within the health professions schools through recruitment and retention in order to increase the number of well-trained professionals who reflect different cultures, ethnicities, ...
Imagine leaving your favorite bar or club in the wee hours of the morning only to be greeted by a police raid. Imagine being assaulted, arrested, or even molested by an officer just for being in a gay club. This ...
Like most good ideas, they start in diners or bars, with a group people looking to start something great. That is how the Pittsburgh Dykes on Bikes chapter was born. “The concept of DOB for Pittsburgh came out of a ...
The Rainbow Flag, Pride Flag, also known as the Freedom flag, flies at every Pride celebration, every Equality event, and at almost every LGBT event around the world. It is a symbol of diversity and unity. Though it is a ...
“But am I really welcome here?” may be the question often in minds when visiting a new faith community. LGBT persons who grew up practicing religious observance often discover a wide range of attitudes that may range from unconditionally welcoming ...
Pittsburgh Pride 2013 is just not going to be the same without our friend Art DeCoursey. Art was a huge supporter of Pittsburgh Pride and the Delta Foundation of Pittsburgh. He attended as many events as he could and he ...
A young man from Texas with an eloquent voice and articulate thinking gave that to us. And it will be seen in “Second Class Citizens”, the documentary. The title is poignant in the irony: I am not, and you are ...
Leather and glitter and everything rock – this is what Adam Lambert is made of. He’s also a compassionate person who supports his fellow members in the LGBT community. Whether he’s inspiring others or just getting them out on the ...
SATURDAY, JUNE 15 6 P.M.–1:30 A.M. LIBERTY AVENUE, BETWEEN 9TH & 10TH STREET DOWNTOWN PITTSBURGH. TICKETS $35 IN ADVANCE, $45 AT THE GATE PITTSBURGHPRIDE.ORG Featuring Adam Lambert Also performing DJ Digital Dave Pittsburgh native Dave Lander is a world-class DJ ...
“Will you marry me?” A question asked daily all over our country. Currently there are thirty-eight states that have banned same-sex marriage, either through legislation or constitutional amendments. The only states (as of this writing) where same-sex marriage is legal ...
One of the great benefits of my job is to know the ins and outs of my fair city and connect people with the best venues, happenings and hotspots in town. Pittsburgh is a city with deep history and roots, ...
A vacation is reason to get away, but a celebration is a reason to travel! As June rapidly approaches I realize I am not only thankful of the fact that I can live in a city where I am proud ...
At the intersection of Highways 156 and 159 in Ohio lies the real-life town of Knockemstiff. This “town” is nothing more than a few trailers, a handful of people, and a welcome sign. Now, turn this town over to Donald ...
“The women’s suffrage movement was successful because women and men who supported fairness stood shoulder-to-shoulder. The fight against Jewish defamation was successful because people of all faiths took stands against discrimination. The AfricanAmerican civil rights struggle was supported by people ...
The debate surrounding women in the workplace — why so few at the top, why is it so hard to “have it all” — hit a new decibel level recently when the COO of Facebook, Sheryl Sandburg, released her book ...
It was a watershed moment in the fight for marriage equality when, in March, the United States Supreme Court heard oral arguments in two major cases involving same-sex marriage. Unsurprisingly, social media buzzed with activity. On the one hand, there ...
In Sankskrit, the language of ancient India, yoga means union — Union of the Mind, Body and Spirit. What we traditionally think of as “yoga” in the West is really more accurately called “asana” or posture. Asana is only one ...
Each year, about 50,000 new HIV infections occur in the United States, a statistic that has not changed since 2006. Despite efforts to promote safer sex education and expand access to condoms, the number of new infections in gay men ...
Social media has changed how and what we share, how we interact and even how we come out of the closet. Coming out now can be as easy as one family member viewing your profile and seeing a full montage ...
Women, regardless of age or sexuality, have unique concerns when it comes to trekking the globe, but for a long time there was a void in information when it came to women-specific travel. Go! Girl Guides, publisher of the world’s ...
Amid national championships, new stadiums, and cheering fans, women’s sports teams like the Pittsburgh Passion, Steel City Roller Derby and Pittsburgh Angels are just three teams in town that build camaraderie and foster a positive atmosphere for gay and straight ...
For the past six years, BNY Mellon, the global leader in investment management and investment services, has scored a 100 percent rating in the 2013 Corporate Equality Index (CEI). Administered by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, this comprehensive Index has ...
Lady Bunny is perhaps best known as the larger than life drag queen that put Wig Stock on the map. The blonde bombshell has been best friends with RuPaul for more than 30+ years and frequently makes guest appearances on ...
“How can I get involved?” “I’d like to meet more people.” “It’s important for me to give back.” Getting involved seems simple, but sometimes people just aren’t sure how to do it. You want to help. You have the time. ...
With Spring quickly approaching, a common topic discussed in the halls at every high school is “who are you taking to the prom?” Yes, prom season is here again and the gorgeous gowns and sharp black tuxedos will be surfacing ...
Comedienne. Chanteuse. Feminist. Actress. Activist. These are just a few words that come to mind when you think of Sandra Bernhard. The legendary comedian is coming back to Pittsburgh for one night only in April for a night of sophisticated ...
Dear Friends: Welcome to Spring! Could it be that the snow has melted off of Mt. Washington and we are finally seeing signs of longer days and warmer nights? Our April issue is celebrating spring and the outdoors with our ...
Monday, January 21, 2013 will go down in history as not only the Martin Luther King holiday but also the Inauguration of President Barack Obama to his second term. The crisp Washington DC morning brought us the swearing in of ...
When did you realize you wanted to be a performer? I used to come home from school and watch The Carol Burnett Show in re-runs. She was so hysterically funny. But my best memory of the show, was a skit ...
You’ll remember Project Runway’s bad boy Suede. He is perhaps best known for the loud pop of color in the front of his blonde faux hawk, as well as his strong sense of rock-n-roll design. Suede has continued to make ...
The thought of Irish cuisine often brings to mind the stereotypical images of potatoes and whiskey. Do we really believe that was all our Irish forebears ate? I’m sure if we thought hard enough we might also envision a pot ...
I went to a lot of events this month, but one had a large impact on me. It was a rally in support of several LGBTQ community members who were beat up in the South Side, and targeted for non ...
Even though Kerri Angeletti has worked at Dancer’s Pointe in the Strip District for 11 years, she sees most of the silk ballet shoes go out the door with women. “Dancing on pointe really works different muscle groups than what ...
March is officially the Month of Pudge. Old Man Winter has taken its toll, leaving a flabby, unsightly version of us behind to deal with. If the thought of shedding clothes for the warmer weather terrifies you, you’re not alone. ...
Dancer Robert Carter had only half-finished his make-up by the time he was able to speak on the phone before a performance in England. Since 1995, he has prepared for shows with Les Ballets Trockadero de Monte Carlo by applying ...
‘Kinky Boots’ is a film based on the story of Charlie Price, a shoemaker in Northampton England trying to save the family business after the death of his father. Help comes in the form of a drag queen called Lola ...
First Class seats, a private car with a driver, and a luxurious suite in the most opulent hotel…these are all things that comprise a fabulous vacation and NONE of the things that I had when I went cage diving with ...
Pittsburgh is famous for many things: hockey, football, baseball, the sandwiches with the French fries on them, but none of these are as sweet as Klavon’s Ice cream Parlor. In 1932, James and his wife Mary Klavon opened Klavon’s as ...