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March 26, 2024Pride Month is set to be more epic than ever before in Bayou City thanks to two separate celebrations in June! Houston’s New Faces of Pride and Pride Houston 365 are the organizations hosting Pride festivities with plenty of activities and fun for the entire community and allies to look forward to. Here is what each organization has slated for this year: HOUSTON’S NEW FACES OF PRIDE With promises to “present Pride like never before”, Houston’s New Faces of...
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Credit: Montrose CenterMarch 22, 2024A new leader has emerged at The Montrose Center, one of the nation’s largest LGBTQ+ centers in Houston. Avery Belyeu was recently appointed chief executive officer of the nonprofit organization following Dr. Ann J. Robison's retirement. Belyeu’s passion for advocacy and supporting members of the queer community from all walks of life made her the perfect choice following the board of directors’ extensive nationwide search. Following her appointment, Belyeu became the...
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Credit: CHPlAmDecember 9, 2023The holiday season is upon us and sometimes we tear our hair out trying to find the perfect gift. Sure eggnog, holiday films and, of course, Queen of Christmas Mariah Carey’s “All I Want for Christmas is You,” can turn any Grinch into Saint Nick in minute, some can’t shake the fear of not locating the perfect gift. Whether it is for a white elephant party, that special someone or your fur baby, never fear the gay elves are always here to assist. Let these local...
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Credit: Tasha GorelDecember 4, 2023What’s better than one Pride organization? Two! The dynamic Houston LGBTQ+ community cultivates rich, fertile ground for new ideas, faces and leadership. This is progress in action. Welcome to the stage, Houston’s New Faces of Pride! The new nonprofit, which launched in October 2023, aims to spotlight LGBTQ+ organizations year-round by making philanthropy one of the main cornerstones of their mission. Bryan Cotton, president and founder, and his board of directors have hit the...
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Credit: Houston First Corp.November 27, 2023Cher has released her holiday album, Mariah Carey has begun her “Queen of Christmas” duties, and Houston is illuminated with twinkle lights around the city. That can only mean one thing—the holiday season has officially arrived! Strolling about and enjoying holiday lights is a perfect and affordable way to soak up the magic of the city, all while making the yuletide gay. City Lights Downtown Holiday Magic, presented by Shell Energy, invites guests to celebrate the holiday...
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Credit: ChPlAmNovember 22, 2023You’ve decked the halls and now it’s time to party! The holiday season is a perfect time to gather with friends for a festive night out or to party with a purpose—or both. Embrace your inner Mariah Carey and check out our list of hot LGBTQ+ holiday events around town this season. Trinity Episcopal Church Midtown’s “Drag Me To Church” December 5, 2023 Trinity Episcopal Church Midtown is hosting a drag fundraiser, “Drag Me To Church” on...
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Credit: ChPlAm (licensed)November 11, 2023Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching and while most of us associate the holiday with family, food and football, it is so much more. It is about taking the time to give thanks and reflect on all the positive things in life. Luckily, for those looking to get out of the house and make new memories, there are events and many places to eat for those who belong on Worst Cooks in America . Take the stress out of this holiday and pass the responsibilities on to one of these Houston places. Fabulous Food
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Credit: RICH'S HoustonOctober 28, 2023Rich’s has been a staple in Houston club scene since it was birthed in the early 1980s. The two-story, mega dance club became known as the “Studio 54 of the South,” guaranteeing bumpin’ beats, great drinks and a massive dancefloor that could fit hundreds. The lovechild of Jeff Harmon, he always had bigger plans for Rich’s to be more versatile and he recently found a way to make his dream a reality. “Back in 2016, I saw there was an aspect of the Houston...
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Credit: The Boulet BrothersOctober 21, 2023It is "spooky" season, and you know what that means. It is time to bust out your most creative costume, grab your friends, and bar hop for the best drink specials. As always, most Houston LGBTQ+ bars are bringing out all the stops to scare everyone with a good time. And when it comes to costumes, if you want to win a contest, might we suggest not dressing as Ken or Barbie - there will be many of them! If you can't go out on Halloween for some reason, you can still celebrate...
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Credit: Stephanie BeltranAugust 15, 2023As a graduate of The Art Institute of Houston, Hugo Perez has made a career of depicting narratives of marginalized communities through imagery including painting, illustration, collage, and even sculpture. Drawing inspiration from his own family members, the figures in his work capture various states of action and movement, symbolizing several things all at once: the migration experience and navigating two cultures. His art has been acquired in Europe, the U.S., and Central America. We sat down