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New exhibit highlights LGBTQ legacy of Harlem Renaissance
The Harlem Renaissance was one of the most important artistic and cultural milestones in modern history, and a sweeping new exhibit at The New York Historical highlights how this era was — as Henry Louis Gates Jr. once put it — “surely as gay as it was Black.” This perspective rings true for Allison Robinson, the lead […]
Massachusetts foster parents lose license after refusing to properly care for LGBTQ+ youth
A couple in Massachusetts has lost their license to foster after refusing to sign a policy agreeing not to discriminate against LGBTQ+ youth nor attempt to change their gender identity or sexual orientation. The state’s Department of Children and Families (DCF) revoked the license of Lydia and Heath Marvin in April after they refused to sign the nondiscrimination policy […]
For many LGBTQ+ refugees, coming out isn’t a choice
LGBTQ+ refugees may face outing in their home countries before being dragged through an archaic asylum system that forces them to ‘prove’ their identities to complete strangers, case studies from a refugee charity shared for National Coming Out Day show. National Coming Out Day takes place every year on 11 October and was first celebrated in […]
Local News
Face to Face Welcomes Executive Director: Kevin McAllister
Kevin is a mission-driven leader and innovative change agent with more than 20 years of experience advancing nonprofit organizations. He brings with him a proven track record of strengthening financial sustainability, building high-impact partnerships, and guiding organizations through pivotal moments of growth and change. Most recently, Kevin served as Development Director at the California Council […]
CALL TO ACTION: NO KINGS DAY Happens October 18
NO KINGS DAY 2 – Sat, October 18 NationwideAction / Protest / Rally / March Locations in Sonoma County: Santa Rosa: Two Marches converge to Doyle Park for a community event 9 am – 11 am – Begins at SRJC – sign up 10 am – 11 am – Begins at Julliard Park – sign up 11 am – […]
Arts & Entertainment
Romeo and Juliet Opens at Occidental Center for the Arts October 17
October 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26 @ 4 to 6 pm. Romeo & Juliet in the Amphitheater! at Occidental Center for the Arts. Get ready to be swept away by the passion and drama of Shakespeare’s classic play, performed live in the beautiful outdoor setting of the OCA amphitheater. Directed by Stuart Handloff and featuring accomplished […]
SF Gay Drama “Fairyland” Starts Week Run at Rialto Cinemas in Sebastopol October 17
OUTwatch and Rialto Cinemas present Fairyland Starting Oct. 10 Rialto Cinemas, Sebastopol Multiple showings a day Following the sudden and tragic death of her mother, young Alysia is uprooted by her father Steve in hopes of restarting his life. They move to 1970s San Francisco where Steve develops his poetic and personal writing and begins […]
State News
This bisexual San Diego City Council member is fighting to replace Darrell Issa in Congress
San Diego City Councilmember Marni von Wilpert says her decision to run for Congress is rooted in urgency rather than ambition. For the bisexual Democrat, challenging Republican Rep. Darrell Issa in California’s 48th District is about preserving American democracy and safeguarding rights she believes are under threat in Donald Trump’s second presidency. “I’m watching things that I’ve built my career on, my life on, be […]
This Saturday, October 11 National Coming Out Day in Palm Springs Boo2Bullying’s 3rd “Kick Bullying to the Curb”
Saturday, October 11 – National Coming Out Day — in Palm SpringsBoo2Bullying Presents Third Annual “Kick Bullying to the Curb” Free Community Wellness Festival and Celebrity Kickball Tournament: Steve Knill of “The Voice” Fame to Perform the National Anthem 6 October 2025 – Palm Springs, CA: This Saturday, October 11 (4pm – 7pm) Boo2Bullying is back in Palm […]
