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Lavender University launches LGBTQ programs
CHICAGO – Windy City Times and Center on Halsted are launching a 9-month series of LGBTQ educational programs featuring prominent scholars known nationally for their innovative research and work.
Lavender University is modeled on a project of the same name that operated for several years in the 1970s and 1980s, providing a wide range of interesting educational and skills-building programs.… Read the rest

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It’s campy. It’s neon pink. It’s all on roller-skates. What’s not to love?
“Xanadu” opens Thursday, June 26, at Addison’s WaterTower Theatre and runs through August 18.
“Xanadu” follows the journey of a Kira, a Greek muse who descends from Mt. Olympus to Venice Beach, California in 1980. She takes it upon herself to inspire struggling artist, Sonny, to achieve the greatest artistic creation of… Read the rest

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My husband and I have been together in the US for 23 years, and I’ve been undocumented the whole time. It hasn’t been easy. No one should be forced to live this way. Ours is a story about fighting for a love which is deemed illegal.
Frankly, it is very unnerving to come out of the shadows and share our story, even anonymously. But we… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Daña Alder – Writer *

The 38th National Women’s Music Festival (NWMF) kicks off Thursday evening, July 4, at the Marriott Madison West, with some of the genre’s most popular and enduring performers, as well as a variety of new talents.
Headliners include Cris Williamson, creator of the best-selling album in women’s music (“The Changer and the Changed,” 1975), alt-rocker Melissa Ferrick, and sisters June and Jean Millington, founding members… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

So as you might have heard Superman has made a return to the big screen with the rather wonderful Henry Cavill. Here’s 6 Reasons why we love Mr. Cavill
by Newsdesk | 24th June 2013

The perfect stare into the middle distance… dreamy

His ‘blue steel’ looks like this

Even greased up he looks amaze…

His eyes…

His butt

Not sure this one needs any… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

Is it possible to explain the incomprehensible? How can anyone begin to understand what would make a man abandon a deep friendship in favour of joining a radical political movement? ‘Address Unknown’ is a stunning play from 1938 in which Kathrine Kressman looks at just these issues.
by Chris Bridges | 24th June 2013★★★★

Max and Martin are close friends with strong bonds but when… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

I know what you may be thinking about; you have your own secrets and your own reasons for coming to counselling. Things that you’ve bottled up and repressed for years. Ashamed to talk or speak of who you secretly you’re attracted to.
by Barry Heap | 24th June 2013

You feel that to express these fears they become real, no longer to be ignored. That… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

PACE is pleased to offer a new counselling service for LGBT people who have experienced or are experiencing domestic abuse.
by Newsdesk | 24th June 2013Domestic abuse* can and does occur in same sex and trans relationships. Counselling can help those who have experienced domestic abuse overcome trauma, recover and rebuild their lives. It can provide a safe, non-judgemental environment to work through the impact… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

Pride in London 2013 launched officially today with An Audience with Martina Navratilova hosted by Clare Balding at the St James Theatre London.
by Newsdesk | 23rd June 2013

Over 300 people were treated to a fascinating and fun conversation about the nine times Wimbledon Champion’s career, life and campaigning work. At the end of the show, Martina jumped into the crowd and VIP ticket… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

Pride in London 2013 launched officially today with An Audience with Martina Navratilova hosted by Clare Balding at the St James Theatre London.
by Newsdesk | 23rd June 2013

Over 300 people were treated to a fascinating and fun conversation about the nine times Wimbledon Champion’s career, life and campaigning work. At the end of the show, Martina jumped into the crowd and VIP ticket… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

Ah the 80s. The decade where pastel coloured ponies, high heeled clad super heroes atop of unicorns and pink haired wannabe filled our screens and therefore made, nay, forced us to be a little bit gay…
by Jake Hook | 23rd June 2013Lets look at the evidence…

Firstly there were the CareBears, animals with hearts on their chests and a pink one flying a rainbow… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

The year was 1993. I remember it because it was the year the Gay Slayer, Colin Ireland was embarked on his killing spree, and there had been many warnings for us to take special care while he was still at large. Even so, it had been a perfect day, and as the sun started to set on Brockwell Park with Jimmy Somerville singing the words,… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

I’m trying to be leaner. I don’t mean slimmer, more taut or fitter. I’m quite happy as I am if it means I can carry on sitting down a lot. I mean that I’m meaner.
by Chris Bridges | 23rd June 2013

I’ve recently moved house and my expenses have rocketed out of all control. The cost of moving hasn’t just been on my mental… Read the rest

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Before visiting another city, check here for a club and see what upcoming events they are hosting.  It’s a great way to meet you fellow bears.
Aloha Bears, Hawaii
BACKWOODS BEARS
Bare Bears of Maine
BC4M
BEAR ALBANY
BEARCELONA
Bear Club of Japan
Bear Naked Chicago, IL
Bears LA, Los Angeles, CA
Bears of Central Florida
Bears of San Antonio San Antonio, TX
Bears San… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

The Falkland Islands celebrates first ever gay pride.
By Newsdesk | 22nd June 2013

For the first time in its history the Falkland Islands will celebrate their first gay pride.The tiny Islands off the coast of Argentina are inhabited by just under 3000 Falkland Islanders.Speaking from the Islands via Twitter, Scott Betts, a radio presenter who is stationed on the islands said:“Hurricane Gay Pride hits… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

In a letter Scottish Liberal Democrat MP for Edinburgh West, Mike Crockart, told TheGayUK that ‘Equal marriage is the right and natural step towards the modern, tolerant and progressive Scotland’
by Newsdesk | 21st June 2013Commenting on MPs voting in favour on same-sex marriage in the House of Commons in May, Mike Crockart MP for Edinburgh West, wrote the following letter.Thank you for your letter… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

Well well, if this doesn’t get eye brows raised, we’re not sure will, if the boys are trying to counteract the various gay claims around the internet, this probably isn’t the best way to do it.
by Newsdesk | 21st June 2013

One Direction member Zayn Malik (pictured) is seen feasting on his buddy’s candy thong live on stage in front of thousands of fans… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

‘Casualties’ by Ross Ericson is one of the first offerings from the newly opened Park Theatre in Finsbury Park. Starring Alex Ferns of Eastenders fame in the role of Gary, staff sergeant who is serving in Afghanistan as a member of the counter IED team, this relevant and powerful piece of writing explores the effects of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and its impact on the… Read the rest

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(GayWebSource.com – Gay Media & Press Network) – Posted by Jake Simpson – TheGayUK.com

Does anyone at TLA actually watch movies before issuing them? Of the four DVDs recently passed to me for review, two of them are hardly worthy of release. I hate to pour cold water on the work of young filmmakers trying to make their way in a crowded market, but to be honest; I’ve seen better student films.
by Greg Mitchell | 21st June 2013… Read the rest

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