April, 2025 News (54 Articles with 40,167 total views)
On the cover of the print edition for April, 2025 NW PA Pride Alliance welcomed the community to Erie Queer Happy Hour at Room 33 Speakeasy, 1033 State St, Erie, PA, on Wednesday, March 5. Next will be Ugly Tuna Tavern, 1012 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA, on Wednesday, April 2, from 6 to 8 PM. Photo by Michael Mahler.
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Local and Regional News
Call To Action - Trans Youth Deserve Health Care Rally in Erie this Thursday!
This Thursday, April 3, at 7 PM, please join local advocates at State & 3rd in Erie, PA, in solidarity to call on UPMC Children's Hospital to stop targeting trans youth. For more information, please contact the local organizer, Compton's Table, at info@comptonstable.org. From TransYOUniting: UPMC has decided to begin denying gender affirming medical healthcare for new minor patients at Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh (CHP). If we don't push back at this now, other healthcare providers may follow, and our public officials may remain silent. This is an emergency that we must respond to. These rallies across Pennsylvania will demonstrate public support for young trans Pennsylvanians.
Voters Guide next month
Please note that the next issue of Erie Gay News, which will come out the night of Tuesday, April 22, will feature our Voters Guide. The Queer community must show up to vote in every election, and the May 20 Municipal Primary Election is no exception. We will have responses from our LGBTQIA+ candidate questionnaire for Erie County Executive, Erie County Council, Erie City Mayor, and Erie City Council that we hope will enable you to make an informed choice when you go to the polls. Polls are open from 7 AM to 8 PM on Tuesday, May 20. The last day to register to vote in the upcoming election is May 5, and the deadline to apply for an absentee or mail-in ballot is May 13.
Wear Your Pride: Support Erie Gay News with Exclusive Apparel
Did you know Erie Gay News now has its own exclusive line of apparel? That's right. Since 1992, EGN has been the go-to source for LGBTQ+ news and events in Northwest Pennsylvania, and now you can wear that connection with pride. Our EGN apparel, designed in collaboration with the queer-owned Whee! Design company, is available and waiting for you!
Erie VA Medical Center Coffee Social for LGBTQ+ Veterans
The Erie VA Medical Center will have a coffee social for LGBTQ+ venters on Friday, March 28, 2025, at 10 AM at the Erie VA Veteran Canteen, located in the Erie VA basement at 135 E 38th St., Erie, PA 16504. This group will plan to meet on the 4th Friday of every month. Times are subject to change based on availability. The Coffee Social is meant to bring Erie's local LGBTQ+ Veterans together to connect and foster ongoing relationships of support and friendship.
Johnstown Pride on June 21 to include Indigo Girls Concert
Johnstown Pride Fest 2025 is 3 months away. It will be held on Saturday, June 21, 2025, from noon to 6 PM. in Downtown Johnstown Central Park, with a street festival being planned on Franklin Street, Dove Place, Gazebo Place, and Locust Street in Johnstown with the support of local businesses. We will have vendors and entertainment, and last year, we had over 70 participating organizations and businesses to participate to interact with the thousands of Pride Fest attendees. There will be an Indigo Girls concert at the 1st Summit Arena at the Cambria County War Memorial at 7:30 PM on Sat, June 21, 2025, as we are partnering with the Arena to bring this concert as part of the Johnstown Pride event.
Cupcake Wars! Fundraiser Brings Sweet Competition to Support Mental Health Awareness
Erie PA [March 20, 2025] Journey: Healing Together is excited to announce Cupcake Wars!, a deliciously fun fundraiser happening this May in honor of Mental Health Awareness Month. This friendly cupcake competition will bring together local bakers, businesses, and community members to raise awareness and funds for mental health initiatives. Cupcake Wars will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 12:30 to 3 PM at 201 West 11th St, Erie PA, 16501. About 100 attendees are expected. Voting entry fee is a $5 donation, and baker entry is a $25 deposit.
Mayor Schember Reacts to Trump Administration Policies
In recent weeks, my team and I have fielded many questions from concerned members of the LGBTQIA+ community about how the policies of the Trump Administration affect the operations of the City of Erie. I want to reassure everyone that these changes will not affect the operations or policies pursued by my team and me in the City of Erie. We have always been, and will always be, strong allies, and in some cases members, of the LGBTQIA+ community in Erie.
Bears Do Dinner at 125
Bears Do Dinner (BDD) is a local social group in Erie, PA that started in July 2013. Each month, a restaurant is selected and announced in our Facebook Group "Bears Do Dinner - Erie, PA". https://www.facebook.com/groups/1475863226069226 . Individuals are on their own to join us for dinner. Everyone can enjoy the company of other bears and their friends, as well as the cuisine of that month's restaurant! On Monday, March 10th, the group reached its 125th dinner outing! If you would like to join us, please join our Facebook group or reach out to the BDD Coordinator Pete Genco at 814.384.9785 (text/voice).
Compton's Table Awarded Grant from Erie Community Foundation's LGBTQ+ Fund
Compton's Table, a local nonprofit dedicated to supporting LGBTQ+ youth, has been awarded a grant from the Erie Community Foundation LGBT Fund. This funding will enhance the organization's True North program, strengthen its formal teaching initiative, and aid in the development of a new hybrid program to provide support in schools.
Pride on the Bay 2025 Vendor Registration Opens April 1st
Get ready to showcase your organization or business at NWPA Pride Alliance's Pride on the Bay 2025! Vendor registration opens on April 1st to new vendors, offering a fantastic opportunity to connect with our vibrant community. Join us on Saturday, June 28th, at Liberty Park for a day filled with celebration, unity, and pride. Secure your vendor space for $50 and be part of this unforgettable event.
Biggest Losers: A Benefit for Debbie Does Drag and Cherry Falwell
Two funny fake ladies from NW PA are heading to Orlando to compete in the National Miss Comedy Queen Pageant, and they're both losers. Debbie Does Drag, first alternate to Chicago Comedy Queen, and Cherry Falwell, first alternate to Great Lakes Comedy Queen, will be competing with over 40 other performers for the crown March 24th - March 27th.
Community Spotlight: Free Mom Hugs
Free Mom Hugs was founded by Sara Cunningham in 2015 after her son came out to her as gay. Remembering that she too was once in the crowd that rejected the LGBTQIA+ community, Sara showed up to a Pride Festival wearing a homemade Free Mom Hugs button and offered hugs to anyone who made eye contact. Today, Free Mom Hugs has chapters in all 50 states and other initiatives forming globally. The Pennsylvania chapter aims to cover all areas in the commonwealth, and Erie's very active local group is working to expand its reach.
Meadville Drag Star Round Three
Round three of Who Wants to be a Drag Star, the area's only open stage drag competition hosted by Cherry Falwell, was held on Saturday March 8th at Meadville Council on the Arts. Five contestants - Emerald Rose, Sunny Rae Rex, Ruby Sky, Esper Dreamz, and Aiysha Storm - battled it out on stage, showcasing their individual talents. For their surprise on stage challenge, contestants were tasked with naming a drink for an upcoming show at Cussewago Creek Distillery and selling it descriptively to the audience.
Erie Queer Happy Hour at Room 33
NW PA Pride Alliance welcomed the community to Erie Queer Happy Hour at Room 33 Speakeasy, 1033 State St, Erie, PA, on Wednesday, March 5. Folks had a great time chatting with others. Erie Queer Happy Hour will be cycling between different locations. Next will be Ugly Tuna Tavern, 1012 Peninsula Drive, Erie, PA, on Wednesday, April 2, from 6 to 8 PM. Meadville Happy Hour is still the fourth Wednesday of each month at Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut St., Meadville, PA.
Rainbow Fest 2025
On April 5th, OddCity Entertainment is hosting their 2nd annual Rainbow Fest. Held at Basement Transmissions in the heart of Erie, Rainbow Fest is an all queer-featured extravaganza featuring fourteen multi-genre bands from Erie and as far as Cincinnati. Enjoy new and upcoming acts from The Lamplighters, Mixxona, Wild Magic, and Jeremy Martin. Representing our local scene are favorites Odd Atrocity, Dumpster Garden, Next to Cascade, Common Spence, and Nancy Boys. Out-of-town returning acts Spirit Board, Psych Ward Grips, and Skeleton Drive will be joined by artists Succulent & Sinister and Glassworld. That's not all, Pissi Gabunedrag queen and thespian will be hosting a drag show to transition day to night. Family friendly drag performances will start at 5pm with 18+ after 6pm. Well known Queens like Cherry Falwell and Snoozy Q will be performing with recently debuted Aiysha Storm and newbies to the scene Marvin Martian, Nigel Hornberry, and Sharpay Cheddar!
Aging with Pride Erie Pursues Plans with the Persad Center's OWLS
Several months ago, Aging with Pride Erie was approached by the OWLS (Older Wiser Leaders) group from the Persad Center in Pittsburgh to discuss joint programming and activities in the future. Those plans are one step closer to fruition as the two groups met on March 2 to discuss social activities in Erie and in Pittsburgh for older LGBTQA+ adults. The OWLS have expressed an interest in traveling to Erie (in warmer weather) to meet and to enjoy activities that Erie offers: museums, restaurants, boat cruises, Presque Isle State Park, and other attractions. A committee of Aging with Pride members is now at work drafting several suggested activities for the Pittsburgh OWLS. The tentative date for this Aging with Pride/OWLS event in Erie is May 18. Likewise, the OWLS are looking at opportunities in the Pittsburgh area that would appeal to Aging with Pride members in Erie. This activity would occur later in the summer. There is great enthusiasm on the part of both organizations to collaborate on shared activities and programs. Members of both groups are familiar with Erie and Pittsburgh and are looking forward to building a strong partnership that enriches older LGBTQA+ people.
Community Mourns Beloved Buffalo Gay Couple
In a tragic incident that has deeply affected Buffalo's Allentown neighborhood, beloved couple Michael "Mickey" Harmon, 40, and Jordan Celotto, 37, were found dead in their home on March 4. After one of them failed to show up for work, a friend checked in on them, encountered a man holding a knife inside the house, and immediately called 911.
Aging With Pride Dinner at Habibi
On February 27, Aging With Pride had their monthly dinner at Habibi, 127 W 14th St, Erie PA. There were a lot of great conversations that night while waiting for the meal to be served. When queuing up for paying for their meals, one of the members overheard that it was the chef's birthday, so she led the group in singing Happy Birthday to the chef. Aging With Pride dinners are usually on the last Thursday of the month. The next dinner will be on March 27 at Oasis Pub & Tiki Bar, 3122 W Lake Rd, Erie PA. In addition to monthly dinners, Aging With Pride meets twice a month for planning and discussion, as well as a book club on the third Saturday of the month and a game night on the second Wednesday of the month.
February Meadville Happy Hour
NW PA Pride Alliance held its Meadville Happy Hour on February 26, 2025, at Julian's Bar & Grill, 299 Chestnut Street. Meadville Happy Hours will continue to be held on the 4th Wednesday of each month at Julian's. Erie Queer Happy Hour has returned and will now be rotating through four different establishments. The next Erie Queer Happy Hour will be on Wednesday, April 2, from 6 to 8 PM at Ugly Tuna Tavern, 1012 Peninsula Drv, Erie PA.
Deadline for April 2025 print edition (issue #353) of Erie Gay News is Saturday, March 15, comes out Tuesday, March 25!
For the next Erie Gay News (issue # 353, cover-dated for April 2025), please send in-person and online events, news items, and other info for late March, 2025 and beyond by Saturday, March 15. We expect the next edition to come out on Tuesday, March 25.
Entertainment and Travel
Erie Art Museum Opens 102nd Spring Show on April 3
The Erie Art Museum is excited to announce that the opening for the 102nd Spring Show will be on April 3, 2025 during our April Art After Dark event from 6 - 8 PM. The Spring Show is a juried art exhibition open to any and all artists living, working, or studying within 250 miles of the City of Erie, Pennsylvania.
Logo series SPILL hosted by Johnny Sibilly returns on Tuesday, March 25th!
New York, NY (Thur, March 20th) Logo today announced that its viral digital talk series, SPILL, will return Tuesday, March 25th with a special New York season - streaming on Logo's YouTube at 12pm ET.
Sunnylands Gardens, David Hockney Exhibit, Prescott Preserve Hike Highlight Palm Springs Vacation
There's always something going on in the desert. That would be Palm Springs and the other cities in the Coachella Valley. Just 100 miles east of LA, there is so much to do. This trip was no exception. I love how the city is nestled in the desert with palm trees but with stunning views of the nearby snow capped mountains. There is nowhere else like it. Like Wilton Manors, Florida, it is a LGBTQ oasis. And they both have a Hunter's bar with great happy hours.
Broadway in Erie presents the Tony Award winning Broadway musical - Limited Time Offer - $60 Tickets!
Erie, PA The Broadway smash hit musical AIN'T TOO PROUD THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS is coming to the Warner Theatre for two performances only May 23 and 24. This month, the Temptations' hit song "My Girl," turns 60. To celebrate the song's 60th birthday, Broadway in Erie has announced that for a limited time, tickets to the two performances are $60. To take advantage of this ticket offer, use the code MYGIRL when purchasing your tickets. Tickets are on sale at the Erie Insurance Arena Box Office or online at BroadwayInErie.com. This offer is subject to ticket availability and does not apply to previously purchased tickets. Limited inventory available and valid on select seats only. This offer is valid now through 11:59PM Monday, March 31.
Boys in the Band at PACA
Michael Weiss is directing The Boys in the Band at PACA, Mart Crowley's 1968 play that premiered just a year before the Stonewall Riots. According to a 26-year-old review by Caleb Mazzocco, "You are invited to a party where you don't get to try the cracked crab or eat lasagna, you can't drink or dance or converse with the guests, nor can you have a piece of birthday cake. What you can do is sit quietly in the dark and watch the rest of the guests portray a nearly 60-year-old piece of gay history that's an alternately funny and emotional play about 9 men and the birthday party from hell."
Celebrate Black Women's Herstory at the Carnegie Museum of Art on March 30, 2025
[Pittsburgh, PA March 4, 2025] Honoring Black Herstory Month and queer family stories of reconciliation from the diaspora, the Carnegie Museum of Art will host a screening of the documentary film "A Mother Apart" in Pittsburgh on March 30, 2025 at 2:00 pm.
Pride Journey Walla Walla: A Hidden Gem for LGBTQ Food, Wine, and Adventure Seekers
Nestled in southeastern Washington, the charming town of Walla Walla is a destination that combines rich history, award-winning wines, and an emerging culinary scene. With its picturesque vineyards, welcoming small-town atmosphere, and impressive gastronomic offerings, Walla Walla is an ideal getaway for food and wine lovers alike. During my recent visit, I had the pleasure of experiencing some of the best this town has to offer, from cozy accommodations to must-visit dining spots and vineyards. What made this adventure even more fun was that I got to experience it with fellow LGBTQ content creators Matt of Michael & Matt, Mikah Meyer and Adam Dupuis.
Mike Maimone Honors Late Husband Howard Bragman with Heartfelt New Single "On My Way," Out March 7
Acclaimed singer-songwriter, pianist, and producer Mike Maimone released "On My Way", the first single from his upcoming LP Guess What? I Love You, on March 7. The feel-good song holds deep personal significance, as it was originally written as a voicemail to his late husband, renowned PR guru Howard Bragman, during their long-distance courtship.
Up Next From Broadway in Erie - THE ADDAMS FAMILY!
Erie, PA - A comical feast that embraces the wackiness in every family, the magnificently macabre hit musical THE ADDAMS FAMILY, comes to the Warner Theatre March 17 and 18.
Spring Has Sprung in Washington, D.C. - New Museum Exhibits Make DC Perfect for a Weekend Visit
New exhibits at galleries in Washington, D.C. make it perfect for a weekend visit. And most of the museums are free. Upcoming events include the Cherry Blossom Festival, World Pride, the May open house tours of the embassies, and a new bar (the new DC Eagle) on top of the 5 that have opened in the last two years. Indeed, the district now has over 10 bars and counting.
Local Faces and Photos
March G2H2 at Sullivan's Pub & Eatery
G2H2 held its monthly get-together at Sullivan's Pub & Eatery, 301 French St, Erie, PA, 16507, on Friday, March 7. The group gathers on the first Friday of each month. The next meeting will be on Friday, April 4, at 6 PM at The BrewErie at Union Station, 123 W 14th St, Erie PA, 16501.
Political, Activism and Legal
Lambda Legal and HRCF Urge Court to Block Trump Administration's Transgender Military Service Ban
(Seattle, WA, March 25, 2025) Today, Lambda Legal and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRCF) urged a district court to block the enforcement of the Trump administration's January 27th executive order banning transgender people from enlisting or continuing to serve in the United States Armed Forces. The groups presented their case in oral arguments held today in the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington.
Aggregate Housing Survey Results 2023 - 2024
On March 21, the Pennsylvania Equality Project released the results of year two of a five-year study on Housing Affordability and Sustainability for the LGBTQ+ community in Pennsylvania. Among the findings for both years combined is that the 341 respondents represent a total of 845 people from 42 counties across Pennsylvania. Of the 341 respondents, 186 are renting their current home. Almost 70% of LGBTQ+ rental households can barely afford or not afford their current residence. The average monthly income for LGBTQ+ households across Pennsylvania was just over $3,700. The survey has a margin of error of +/- 5.306%. The report is available on the Home page of the Pennsylvania Equality Project's website, paequality.com. For more information, email info@paequality.com.
Texas AG Opinion Restricting Trans Rights
Austin, TX - March 14, 2025 - Today Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a legal opinion stating that court orders from state judges instructing state agencies to update individual's gender markers are invalid. Paxton also instructed state agencies to undo any updates to ID documents based on such court orders.
FreeShop 2025, Spring Edition
The Pennsylvania Equality Project will be holding FreeShop Fall Edition at the Meadville Public Library on Friday, May 9 and Saturday, May 10 from 10 AM 4 PM. We are seeking donations of gently used clothing, blankets, non-perishable food items, kitchen items, books, toys, games, etc. which may be dropped off both days of the event. Anyone who needs the donated items can take what they like for free during both days of the event. There is no cost for admission to this event. FreeShop 2025, Spring Edition is being held at the Meadville Public Library in the Community Room on the Upper floor, 848 North Main Street, Meadville, PA 16335. For more information, go to our website, https://paequality.com or call (814) 350-6635.
Lambda Legal Rebukes Trump's Anti-LGBTQ, Anti-Diversity Remarks: "Pathetic and Ignorant"
WASHINGTON, D.C. - March 4, 2025) In response to President Trump's several anti-LGBTQ+ and anti-diversity statements during his Address to the Joint Session of Congress, Lambda Legal CEO, Kevin Jennings said: "President Trump's remarks were, frankly, pathetic and ignorant. His rhetoric attacked the identities and lives of the LGBTQ+ community, particularly trans and nonbinary people and youth, by falsely insinuating they don't even exist. It is an affront to the very core of what this nation should stand for: respect, equality, and humanity.
Families and Doctors Ask Federal Court to Enforce Injunction Blocking Trump Administration's Anti-Trans Healthcare Policy
BALTIMORE - March 7, 2025 - Attorneys representing families and doctors from across the country filed a motion in federal court today asking the court to enforce its nationwide preliminary injunction blocking the Trump administration from taking steps to restrict funding for providers of gender-affirming medical care to people under 19.
Day of (No) Silence 2025: Amplifying LGBTQ+ Voices
For years, the GLSEN (Gay, Lesbian & Straight Education Network) Day of Silence was a way for students and allies to bring attention to the silencing of LGBTQ+ voices. But in 2024, the movement took a bold new turn transforming its longstanding Day of Silence into the Day of (No) Silence. Instead of staying silent, participants are now encouraged to speak up, be loud, and take action against the increasing marginalization of LGBTQ+ individuals, especially transgender and nonbinary people. This year, the Day of (No) Silence falls on April 4, 2025, and it's all about making noise in the face of discrimination. GLSEN is calling on students, educators, and allies to raise awareness, share stories, and push for change.
Housing Survey 2025
On April 2, the Pennsylvania Equality Project is launching round 3 of our survey about Housing Affordability and Sustainability for the LGBTQ+ community. The housing survey will focus on issues related to costs, discrimination, and affordability for households, and how sustainable residences are in Pennsylvania. All survey responses will remain confidential. The survey is open to all Pennsylvanians in the LGBTQ+ community and our allies. College students who attend classes at a Pennsylvania post-secondary school and reside in the Commonwealth during the academic sessions may also participate. The Housing Survey will run through May 31, 2025. To take the survey, go to paequality.com and click on the Survey link at the top of the page, beginning April 2. For more information, send an email to info@paequality.com.
Join SisTersPgh in Harrisburg for the Trans Day of Visibility Rally
From SisTersPGH: We are proud to support our siblings at the PA Coalition for Trans Youth and TAKE for another powerful Transgender Day of Visibility rally this March 31.
Federal Judge Grants Preliminary Injunction Against Trump's Anti-Trans Healthcare Order
BALTIMORE - March 4, 2025 In a victory for transgender people and their families, a federal judge has granted a request for a preliminary injunction blocking enforcement of President Donald Trump's executive orders threatening federal funding for providers of gender-affirming medical care for people under 19. The preliminary injunction extends a temporary restraining order that was previously entered in the case and was set to expire March 5.
Lambda Legal Condemns Iowa Legislature's Move to Strip Protections for Gender Identity from State Civil Rights Law
Chicago, IL, February 28, 2025 The Iowa House of Representatives and Senate yesterday passed companion bills, HF583 and SF418, that remove gender identity from the state's Civil Rights Act. Iowa Gov. Kim Reynolds has indicated she will sign the legislation once it reaches her desk.
Equality California on Governor Newsom's Comments on Transgender Student Athletes
SACRAMENTO, Calif. - March 6, 2025 Equality California released the following statement from Executive Director Tony Hoang in response to comments made about transgender student-athletes by Governor Gavin Newsom on his podcast: "We are profoundly disappointed and angered by Governor Newsom's comments about transgender youth and their ability to participate in sports. Transgender kidslike all kidsdeserve the chance to play sports alongside their teammates and learn important values like leadership, teamwork, and sportsmanship. Transgender young people deserve to be treated with dignity and respect.
PA Youth Congress Responds to Cruel Petition in Commonwealth Court to Reverse Regulatory LGBTQ Nondiscrimination Protections in Pennsylvania
HARRISBURG, Pa. - March 7, 2025 - The Pennsylvania Youth Congress has released the following statement in reaction to yesterday's filing of a petition for review in the Commonwealth Court of the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission regulation that provides for LGBTQ nondiscrimination protections under the definition of sex (Docket No. 78 MD 2025). Regulation #52-13: Protected Classes Under the PHRA and PFEOA was promulgated in 2023. The petition for review was filed by the South Side Area School District, Knoch School District, a Chester County parent and her children, a Delaware County parent and her child, a Montgomery County parent who is a Perkiomen Valley School District Board member and his child, State Rep. Aaron Bernstine and his children, and State Rep. Barbara Gleim against the Office of the Governor of Pennsylvania and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission. The Pennsylvania Youth Congress is PA's first and only statewide LGBTQ youth organization, and Pennsylvania's only PA-based statewide LGBTQ advocacy organization headquartered in Harrisburg.
Lambda Legal and Human Rights Campaign Foundation Condemn Department of Defense Transgender Military Ban Policy
(Washington, DC, February 27, 2025) Lambda Legal and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HRCF) today condemned the Department of Defense (DoD) guidance implementing the Trump administration's policy banning transgender individuals from enlisting or continuing to serve in the United States Armed Forces that was issued February 26th. The policy institutes a 30-day period to begin separation of any current transgender servicemember currently in the military and has immediate impacts on access to healthcare and treatment of transgender servicemembers.
Health
The PTSD Experience
From Michael Kimmel of Life Beyond Therapy: In the world of psychology, PTSD post-traumatic stress disorder is how doctors describe the experience of recovering from trauma. This term was created in 1980 and was used to describe soldiers coming back from war: these men and women had often killed people and watched their friends die right in front of them. Extremely traumatic, right?
Red Cross, Erie firefighters to install free smoke alarms during Sound the Alarm event
[ERIE, MARCH 20, 2025] On April 4, 2025, volunteers and members of the American Red Cross Northwestern Pennsylvania Chapter and Erie Fire Department will team up to install free smoke alarms for local families vulnerable to home fires during a Sound the Alarm event in Erie. This effort is part of the national Red Cross Home Fire Campaign, which has helped save at least 2,284 lives since launching in October 2014.
STATEMENT: Cuts to HIV, STI, Hepatitis, and TB Prevention will Cost Lives, Jobs, and Money
The HIV community has heard that the Trump Administration may severely cut and possibly eliminate HIV programs and funding at CDC, including in the Division of HIV Prevention (DHP). Cuts to DHP would impact the work & viability of the entire National Center for HIV/AIDS, Viral Hepatitis, STD, and TB Prevention (NCHHSTP). Such a dramatic reduction in and reorganization of resources would result in many new cases of HIV and increase the already large numbers of people with STIs. Doing so will result in thousands of new cases of HIV, open the way for babies to be born with HIV, and lead to shorter lives and fewer resources for many people, creating even more missed opportunities for good health through HIV prevention.
The Imposter Syndrome
By: Michael Dale Kimmel of Life Beyond Therapy: When you were a little kid, did you look at all the hard-working grownups all around you and think, "Wow, they're so good. I hope I can be like them when I grow up." Years' later, as a working adult, you look around and think, "We're all just faking it. None of us is really very good."
Red Cross asks you to TEST your smoke alarms as you TURN your clocks forward this weekend
[MARCH 7, 2025] Daylight saving time begins on Sunday, March 9 and the American Red Cross encourages everyone to test their smoke alarms as they turn their clocks forward to make sure the devices are working.
Contests
Enter to win LOVE: The Heroic Stories of Marriage Equality!
Enter to win LOVE: The Heroic Stories of Marriage Equality! To enter the contest, fill out the form here between Tuesday, April 15, and Tuesday, May 6.
Enter to win Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn: A Walk on the Wild Side with Andy Warhol's Most Fabulous Superstar!
Enter to win Love You Madly, Holly Woodlawn: A Walk on the Wild Side with Andy Warhol's Most Fabulous Superstar! To enter the contest, fill out the form here between Tuesday, March 25, and Tuesday, April 15.
History
National LGBTQ+ Museum Mobilizes New, Nationwide ACT-UP Movement to Fight U.S. Government's Life-Threatening, Unconstitutional Attacks
Fort Lauderdale, Florida, (March 17, 2025) By Robert Kesten, President, Stonewall National Museum, Archives & Library: In the late 1970s and 1980s young men were dying of a mysterious illness. Largely the world remained silent. As it became clear what this illness was, the government of the United States and the President of the United States remained silent, while hundreds of thousands of Americans died.
Miscellaneous
Queeriosity Corner: Historical & Fun Facts - RuPaul
RuPaul became the first drag queen to land a major cosmetics campaign, partnering with MAC in 1994, paving the way for mainstream recognition of drag culture.
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