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Spend a Gay Sunday at ZSL London Zoo
Sunday 20th September 2009 - 12.00pm – 5.00pm - For the fifth time running ZSL London Zoo will be hosting the most flamboyant event of the year…Gay Sunday. - September 06, 2009 - ZSL London Zoo
New England Fan Experience 2009
An annual non-profit volunteer-run convention held in Boston, Massachusetts. This year's featured celebrities include Leonard Nimoy, Gareth David-Lloyd, James Hong, Corin Nemec, Arron Dismuke, John De Lancie, and Sonny Strait. Writers and artists include Wen Spencer and Bettina Kurkoski. Gaming guests are Vicarious Visions, Science and Technology guest is the robot Aexeous and his creator, Joe Silva. - September 05, 2009 - New England Fan Experience
Love and Discrimination at Heart of Author’s First Novel
Less than one year after Proposition 8 changed the California constitution to eliminate the right of same-sex couples to marry in California, Bay Area native Andrea Michaels has astonished the literary community with her first book, “John’s Symphony.” Shocked by the passage of... - August 26, 2009 - Andrea Michaels
Aquage Master Class Academy in Miami
Aquage Master Class Academy is an advanced 2-day hands-on, intensive, interactive educational experience designed to elevate hairdressers haircutting, hairdressing, visual communication and business skills. New format in Miami, FL on November 8 - 9, 2009. Go to www.aquage.com/academy to register now. - August 19, 2009 - Aquage
Transcending the Depths of Hell: Against All Odds - Author Emerges with a Heart-Felt Story
After ten long, grueling years, the much anticipated Life story of a young man up against major odds, comes to fruition. The process of not just writing, but living what has been an extremely tumultuous existence, has brought forth a solid individual. Perseverance, prayer and faith have contributed to the solidarity of this humble young man. - August 11, 2009 - DE-CLUTTER Your Life!
Texas Research and Investment Obtains Spirit Thinking Process® Series Being Developed by Dr. Reece W. Manley
TRI acquires works of Dr. Reece W. Manley, seeks agents and publishers for predicted 100,000 run on self-help and spirituality platforms. - July 31, 2009 - Advocate USA LLC
California Attorney Says Michael Jackson Custody Battle a ‘Dire Wakeup Call’ for Unprepared Parents
California estate planning attorney Rodney J. (“Rod”) Hatley is urging parents across the state to re-evaluate the status of their estate plans should they suddenly die or find themselves unable to care for their kids. Hatley says free Web sites, such as sdkidsprotectionplan.com, make it possible to do this even if parents can’t afford a lawyer. - July 21, 2009 - Hatley Law Group
Autostraddle.com to Announce Raffle Winners Following First Annual Rodeo Disco Party
Autostraddle, the new go to site for girl-on-girl culture, launched in March 2009, addresses issues within the LGBTQ population including politics, books, television, DIY culture, style, feminism, social justice, tech & gadgetry, sex & relationships, international travel, nightlife and... - June 27, 2009 - autostraddle.com
New GLBT Children's Book “Oh The Things Mommies Do! What Could Be Better Than Having Two? Now Available on Amazon.com
The new GLBT children's book, “Oh The Things Mommies Do! What Could Be Better Than Having Two?” is now on sale. The playful and bouncy celebration of Lesbian Mothers is already receiving rave reviews among same-sex parents and local media- the book is sure to become an instant classic in the GLTB community. - June 26, 2009 - Oh The Things Mommies Do!
Lesbian Website Autostraddle.com Throwing Rodeo Disco Launch Party at NYC Pride Featuring Legendary DJ Lady Starlight
Autostraddle.com, a new website for 'Girl-on-Girl Culture,' Presents "Rodeo Disco" at Mason Dixon in New York City on Sunday, June 28th, the last day of NYC Pride. - June 11, 2009 - autostraddle.com
Pacific Resort Aitutaki Foots the Bill for the Other Best Job in the World
Pacific Resort Aitutaki’s new general manager, Michael Shah, says he has the best job in the world, in the world’s leading boutique island resort, in the world’s first recession free country, the Cook Islands. “I don’t know what all the fuss is about in... - June 10, 2009 - Pacific Resort Hotel Group - Cook Islands
Newark Gay and Lesbian Group to Raise Gay Pride Flag at City Hall
In celebration of the fifth annual Newark-Essex Gay Pride week, the City of Newark and Newark-Essex Pride Coalition will host a flag raising ceremony on the steps of City Hall. After a brief program featuring remarks by Councilman Ron Rice and local LGBT leaders the rainbow flag will be hoisted in front of City Hall where it will remain for the duration of pride week. - June 08, 2009 - Newark-Essex Pride Coalition
New Theatre Company Brings Award Winning Musical, RENT to Chicago Suburbs
Introspect Theatre presents the Broadway musical RENT June 18-27, 2009 at 8 pm Bartlett High School Auditorium, 701 Schick Rd. Bartlett, IL 60120 - June 01, 2009 - Introspect Theatre
Once A Pawn Signed to San Francisco-Based LGBT Label
Lincoln duo lands contract with Queer Control Records. - May 30, 2009 - Queer Control Records
Global SMS: PlayerBlock.com Now Prepared for the Big Web Spotlight
Global SMS executives have engaged in extensive market research. Their studies have brought their efforts back to the web to engage their users. - May 28, 2009 - Global SMS
Chicago House© Receives Support and Recognition from Lincoln Park Medical Spa, NuU
Health and inner and outer beauty are factors that greatly influence one’s quality of life. NuU Medspa continues to donate to charities that affect millions of Chicagoans and other large populations that are less fortunate. Chicago House© serves families and individuals who never had... - May 22, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Pascoe and Company Hosts Ardmore Ceramic Art Charity Event to Benefit AIDS Alliance Research
Ardmore art pottery is hand-made and hand-painted in Kwazulu-Natal, South Africa. These expressive ceramic creations enchant collectors around the world and the sale of each unique piece uplifts the local community, which has been afflicted by the AIDS pandemic. For this fund-raising event, Pascoe and Company will donate 20% of the sales to AIDS Research Alliance, which exists to develop a cure for HIV/AIDS. - May 22, 2009 - Pascoe and Company
OutVite.com Calling All Cynthia & Christines, Siegfried & Roys in Support of Marriage Equality
“Famously Named” Couples Can Receive Free Personalized Stationery - May 22, 2009 - Outvite.com
Gay Pride in Cyberspace and Illuminati in Twinity – Life on Line, May 15th
Animated internet TV talk show Life On Line takes a playful look at how people use their online time for news and entertainment, creativity, love, friendship, business, shopping, political engagement, work and play. - May 17, 2009 - Reputation Australia
Outvite.com Celebrates Marriage Equality in Iowa with Offer of Free Wedding Announcements for GLBT Couples Married on First Day
Qualifying Couples Can Receive Free Pack of Print-at-Home “Hitched” Announcements; 20% Discount Available to All Customers Through July 31st - May 14, 2009 - Outvite.com
Dawna Lee Heising of EOE Conducts Interviews at NLGJA’s 2009 Hooray for Hollywood Fund Raiser Held at CBS Studios and Sponsored by AFTRA
John Alsedek and David McNeil Film Eye on Entertainment Segment at the NLGJA’s First Annual West Coast Benefit Sponsored by AFTRA on the New York Street Backlot at CBS Studios in May 2009. - May 12, 2009 - Eye on Entertainment
Olympic Softball Standout Vicky Galindo to Endorse 3N2
3N2 has come to terms on a multi-year endorsement deal with National Pro Fastpitch (NPF) All-Star and Olympic silver medalist Vicky Galindo. As an official spokesperson, Galindo will endorse 3N2’s full fastpitch product line; from softball cleats and trainers to performance and workout... - May 06, 2009 - 3N2
24th Annual Dolly Parton Parade Goes Worldwide
The Dolly Parton Parade this Friday will be broadcast live via TheSmokies.TV, the new web media from S. D. Professionals. The live show hosted by radio personality, Tammy Kelly and Kate Phillips starts at 6pm eastern and can be viewed for free on www.thesmokies.tv - May 04, 2009 - SD Professionals LLC
Hampton Roads Pride Out in the Park - Stonewall40 Celebrates LGBT History in Virginia
In honor of the 40th Anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, Hampton Roads Pride is holding the annual Out in the Park Event on June 28th, 2009. A LGBT history project focused on events that impacted the community in Hampton Roads, Virginia will be featured at the festival. - April 25, 2009 - Hampton Roads Pride
Raconteur John Waters Bringing "This Filthy World" to the Ridgefield Playhouse
It started as a documentary directed by fan and fellow actor/comedian Jeff Garlin and now it is a one man stage show, “This Filthy World” with John Waters let’s you get into the head of the great, albeit quirky, director- a very interesting place to be indeed. He emerges from a... - April 24, 2009 - Ridgefield Playhouse
Gay Marriage and Immigration: the Next Frontier
Famed Immigration Attorney Paul M. Heller believes that yesterday's action by the District of Columbia portends good things for Gay couples mired in an immigration system that doesn't recognize their relationship. - April 10, 2009 - Heller Immigration Law Group, LLP
NuU Unlimited Support Local Theatre Company in Lincoln Park Neighborhood
NuU Unlimited is excited to donate to Infusion Theatre Company’s annual Art of InFusion event, March 28, 2009 from 7p – 10p, held at the Chicago Art Source Gallery. Art of InFusion supports new plays and “consumer friendly” theatre through a celebration of live music,... - April 01, 2009 - NuU Unlimited
Take a Vacation to Ireland This Year and Receive a Tax Deduction
If you are going to take a vacation in 2009, then why not receive a tax deduction at the same time? or the same price or even less than that of a conventional walking, cycling or just a relaxing vacation you can experience Ireland at its best and receive a tax deduction on your 2009 taxes. You can even get in a little exercise if you are so inclined. - March 31, 2009 - For A Cause
Rod Carrillo and Ronnie Sumrall Release the Long Awaited "Moonshine Rising"
“Moonshine Rising” by Rod Carrillo and Ronnie Sumrall on vocals. The sensual vocals and melodic journeys of all these mixes will have DJ sets and dance floors wanting more. Remixes by Peter Brown aka The Grower, Albert Castillo, Dave Matthias, and J Paul. - March 20, 2009 - Dancemusiclabel.com/Carrillo Music LLC
Got Coaching? Try Coaching for Commitment - Rare Author-Led Public Workshop Scheduled
Cindy Coe and Dr. Amy Zehnder, Authors of Coaching for Commitment (C4C™), Ed. 3 (John Wiley & Sons, 2007) and co-owners of InsideOut Discovery™, Inc. (IOD™) are hosting a rare public offering of their popular coach-training program on April 7 & 8 in Pueblo, CO. Deadline to register is March 27th. Info pack and registration form attached to this (pr.com) press release. - March 07, 2009 - InsideOut Discovery, Inc.
Karine Hannah Collaborates with Songwriter/Producer Ayhan Sahin on New Release "Karine" - Release Streets Globally Jan. 27 on Young Pals Music
In all, "Karine" hearkens a bygone era where an album was designed to serve up the full spectrum of an artist's ability—instead of so many gimmick-driven, pinhole-targeted acts that drive today's marketplace. Hannah's versatility is her trump, imbued with innate celestial talent and consummate emotive fervor. Aligned with these dozen-plus sing-along treasures, here is a project whose stamp is utterly timeless. - February 17, 2009 - Young Pals Music
Lesbians Over 35 Looking to Re-Define Romance and Relationships; Lesbians Over the Age of 35 Now Have Lez Rendezvous, an Exciting New Way to Meet That Special Someone
“Finally, the mature lesbian has a healthy, supportive meeting place for maximizing her potential on what I call the ‘journey of love.. While our ultimate goal is helping each lesbian attract a compatible woman they can grow a vibrant, lasting bond within this lifetime, Lez Rendezvous is also about helping lesbians become happily single, which is, by the way, key to attracting a great partner." - February 16, 2009 - Lez Rendezvous
Out4Immigration Hopeful About Reintroduction of Uniting American Families Act (UAFA)
Bills in House and Senate Call for End to Immigration Discrimination against Same-Sex Binational Couples in United States. - February 14, 2009 - Out4Immigration
Sex Toy Home Party Company Brown Bag Party Launches a Mergers & Acquisitions Program
Brown Bag Party is currently seeking acquisitions through its new Mergers & Acquisitions Program (M&A Program). - February 06, 2009 - Brown Bag Party Inc.
San Diego Entrepreneur Segways, Cycles, & Walks 500 Miles for Charity During Green Product Launch
SalesImpaq.com to provide free CRM desktop software with integrated business intelligence providing immediate access to 27 million accounts and 36 million contacts through agreements with Hoover’s Inc. for leads, PoliteMail for eMail marketing campaigns, and Mikogo (Me-ko-go) for free web meetings. - February 04, 2009 - SalesImpaq Inc.
17 Chicago Bartenders Virtually Undress to Raise Money for Charity - "Inspired by President Obama's Call to Service," Says One of the Bartenders
Chicagoans create a unique, one-of-a-kind online competition to raise money for charity: www.chicagotakesoff.org/bar-lesque.html. - February 03, 2009 - Test Positive Aware Network (TPAN)
Skin 2 Skin Care Donates ‘Gifts of Beauty’ to Celebrity Attendees at Desert Aids Project Annual Steve Chase Humanitarian Award Gala
Touched by the continued philanthropic efforts of celebrities and VIP Guests, Skin 2 Skin Care™, a collection of cutting-edge, anti-aging products, will donate special skin care “thank you” baskets to this year’s honored recipients, presenters and hostesses at the 15th... - January 30, 2009 - Skin 2 Skin Care
'Daddy Baby Boom' - CNN Reports That Men Are Taking the Lead Among Surrogacy Parents
CNN's American Morning featured today Circle Surrogacy dads in a story about single men who turn to surrogates for children. CNN reports on the growing number of single men, straight and gay, who choose surrogacy in their baby quest. The reports states that surrogacy in general quadrupled over the last decade, and that men are leading the trend. - December 24, 2008 - Circle Surrogacy
Sobegayinfo.com to Recognize Flag-Flying Miami Beach Businesses
Sobegayinfo.com is kicking off its "I Fly the Flag With Pride" campaign to coincide with a new Miami Beach resolution that legalizes the flying of the gay rainbow pride flag within city borders. Until September 10, 2008, Miami Beach businesses could not legally fly the rainbow flag due... - November 15, 2008 - Sobegayinfo.com
President-Elect Barack Obama Signals Hope for Same-Sex Binational Couples Fighting Immigration Discrimination in the United States
Out4Immigration Cites Obama Campaign Promises of Support for Uniting American Families Act (UAFA) and LGBT Equality; Appointment of Rahm Emanuel as Chief of Staff. - November 08, 2008 - Out4Immigration
California's Passage of Proposition 8 Setback for Same-Sex Binational Couples
Out4Immigration Says Amendment to Ban Same-Sex Marriage Underscores Need for Passage of Uniting American Families Act (UAFA) to Grant Same-Sex Binational Couples Equal Immigration Rights. - November 08, 2008 - Out4Immigration
Gay Guide Website is First to Use 3D Chat
An all new guide to lesbian and gay life in central London is now online. It is the first site of its type to utilise the new 3D chat system from Google, Lively. Gay Soho is the culmination of months of work collecting information about the variety of gay pubs, clubs, shops and services in and around Soho. - October 25, 2008 - Gay Soho
Dozens of Parents, Surrogates and the Children They Carried Meet for a Reunion Party in Boston
Circle Surrogacy, a Boston based leading surrogacy agency serving both gay and straight couples and singles, is celebrating its 13th anniversary and the birth of its 250th baby with a reunion party on September 21. - September 19, 2008 - Circle Surrogacy
Finding Me: the Movie Selected to Screen at the Reel Affirmations 18: the Nation’s LGBT Film Festival
OmeProductions' first feature length film, Finding Me, to screen at the Lincoln Theatre in Washington, DC, October 18, as a part of the Reel Affirmation 18: the Nation's LGBT Film Festival presented by One in Ten. - September 18, 2008 - OmeProductions
Gay Christmas Cards by Order of St. Nick
Online greeting card retailer Order of St. Nick (http://www.orderofstnick.com) has unveiled its first line of Christmas and holiday cards for gays, lesbians, bisexuals, and transsexuals. The cards are sold online at www.gay-christmas-cards.com and www.orderofstnick.com in packs of 10 for $18.99. - September 17, 2008 - Order of St. Nick
Same-Sex Couples Can Win a Wedding by Entering the MyQueerWedding.com "Vote for Love" Video Contest
MyQueerWedding.com is offering the Prize of a Wedding Package to the Winner of their “Vote for Love” video contest, for the most compelling video story about marriage equality that inspires people to Vote for Love, Vote "no" on Proposition 8 in the California election this November. - September 10, 2008 - MyQueerWedding.com
This Marin County Artist is Presenting at the West Hollywood Erotic Art Fair Weekend and is Debuting with Two Solo Shows in San Francisco
Nancy Peach has been an Architectural Illustrator, Children's Book Illustrator and Muralist for over 35 years. She has spent 16 years in Marin County and is truly coming into her own as an Erotic Artist. She is heading for Hollywood in October to present her new body of work, "The Men in My Life." Tom of Finland Foundation is presenting this Erotic Art Fair that attracts erotic artists world-wide. - August 28, 2008 - Nancy Peach Erotic Artist
After 25 Years as a Professional Architectural Illustrator, Nancy Peach is Embracing Her True Passion as an Erotic Artist
This announcement summarizes the upcoming shows of erotic figurative artist, Nancy Peach. Her one women shows at Onetaste and Good Vibrations on September 4 and September 5th. She is also exhibiting at the West Hollywood - Los Angeles Erotic Arts Weekend, October 3, 4, 5, 2008. - August 23, 2008 - Nancy Peach Erotic Artist
Gay and Lesbian Web Directories Merge
Two long running and established GLBT Portals and web directories, BQueer and PinkPagesNet, have joined forces to better serve their global Gay and Lesbian clients. - August 23, 2008 - Rainbow Communications
Lambda Foundation, Pittsburgh, PA Announces Second 2008 Grant Cycle Recipients
The Lambda Foundation exists to foster for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people - educational, social, cultural, health and artistic projects and programs in the Greater Pittsburgh area through grants and scholarships to organizations and Individuals. The Lambda Foundation was... - August 21, 2008 - Lambda Foundation