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CARLY RAE JEPSEN Life is Beautiful and LIVE in Reno June 29 PERFIL
LGBTQ EN ESPAÑOL Ryan Hernandez y su show bilingue LGBTQ COVERED
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Queer Las Vegas student wins prestigious writing award Las Vegas Academy of the Arts (LVA) student Ariana Smith has just become a gold recipient of the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards, one of the country’s longest-running scholarship recognition programs.
country in winning the prestigious award, which comes with a $10,000 scholarship and a weeklong celebration in New York City that will be capped with an event at Carnegie Hall on June 6.
Smith, who is the daughter of an African-American father and Filipina mother, is a senior at LVA. Her experience as a queer woman with a mixed ethnic background ultimately influenced her now awardwinning work.
For context, past recipients of the award include the likes of Truman Capote, Stephen King, and Sylvia Plath.
“Your identity is all of you, not just some parts,” she told the Las Vegas Sun. “I feel like making space being both black and queer … it’s a complicated dynamic.” Smith joins 15 other high school students across the
Smith, for whom poetry is activism, writes about the violence that queer and trans people of color are subject to. “Black queer people are killed all over the world,” she said. “Their victimhood is not portrayed. People don’t see justice.” That invisibility, says Smith,
often persists even in traditionally queer spaces. Writes the Las Vegas Sun: LGBT spaces, she said, are often white-centric, even though LGBT Pride is built off “black people and black trans women.” She said black culture and tradition can also be limiting for queer identities. “I like to use art as a form of activism and art as a form of protest,” she said, adding that in today’s political climate, “art serves as a radical act.” Smith is the vice president of the Black Student Union at LVA. After high school, she plans on studying film and social justice. Her award-winning poem is titled “Sisterhood.” FabLasVegas.com
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-----------------------------------------------------------------------Toni Witten is the security and facilities manager for The Gay and Lesbian Community Center of Southern Nevada (The Center) and also serves on the LVMPD’s Multicultural Advisory Council. She spoke with the ReviewJournal about the study’s findings. “The police department, in my experience and from conversations with the sheriff and undersheriff, is more than willing to come to the table,” said Witten. “Some of
Study finds LVMPD lacks transgender policies A recent study has revealed that the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department (LVMPD) lacks transgender policies. According to the National Center for Transgender Equality, a transgender activist organization, Las Vegas police are not held to explicit policies that protect the rights of transgender people. Writes the Las Vegas Review-Journal: Las Vegas police do not have a written policy that explicitly prohibits officers from using derogatory language and invasive questions toward transgender people.
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Metro’s department manual also fails to mention individuals with non-binary gender identities, including how in-custody search or lockup policies apply to them, according to the study. The LVMPD was just one of 25 police departments that the study analyzed. “It found that none of the departments explicitly require regular training on transgender interaction,” reports the Review-Journal. Of the study’s 17 categories, the LVMPD only ranked “good” in one (nondiscrimination based on sexual orientation). By contrast, it was considered “poor” in most of the remaining categories.
the effort has to come from the transgender community itself.” “[The police] recognize that relations between the transgender community and law enforcement have been strained over the years,” she explained. “Metro approached (The Center) to help create a dialogue.” Furthermore, Witten says that during the last phase of field training for new officers, they hear from different members of the Las Vegas community, including LGBT individuals. What’s more, The Center works with the police to hold sensitivity training sessions and question-andanswer events. “The seeds are planted and they are making progress.”
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STEPHEN MCDERMOTT ENAMEL PINS $9-$17 Insta influencer and wearable goods designer Stephen McDermott wants you to stick it to prudes and bullies with his
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JANSPORT BACKPACKS $17-$42 As LGBTQ people, it sometimes feels like we carry the weight
enamel pins that includes
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of the world on our shoulders,
Disney Princess-inspired jock
have something with which to
but JanSport can help with that.
straps, reimagined Zodiac signs
barely cover you? This year’s
It’s line of Pride-themed bags,
of nude men and a wrestler
collection is a gay leprechaun’s
mini-bags, not-so-traditional
performing the controversial
wet dream with rainbow cropped
traditional backpacks, and
“butt drag” on his opponent. A
joggers, shorts, swim briefs
fanny packs (or “fag bags”
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and trunks, and when you get
as people called them in the
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’90s – so yeah, appropriate) is
subsequently for sale online),
kaleidoscopic jock straps to
a comfortable option to stow
celebrating Tom of Finland,
hang on his hotel doorknob.
all your Pride-festival swag,
glitter unicorns and something
Through June, 2(X)IST will donate
sunscreen, makeup, costume
called Camp Cockalot, which,
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changes, and maybe even your
we’ll take the versatile bunk,
to The Audre Lorde Project, TGI
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please. $9-$17, stephen-
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33rd annual Ribbon of Life celebrating Woodstock’s 50th Anniversary “Ribbon of Life” is back with another original production unlike any other in Las Vegas, featuring custom production numbers from the best singers, dancers and performers from premier shows on the Las Vegas Strip. Showcasing new acts and talent, each year’s Ribbon of Life audience is always surprised, thrilled and inspired by performances that are exclusive to the event. We are pleased to announce that we will be returning to The Legends in Concert Theater at The Tropicana Las Vegas on June 23rd at 1pm. This year’s production “The
Ribbon of Life’s Summer of Love - Celebrating Woodstock’s 50th Anniversary” will focus on the artists, music and era of the magical summer that brought us Woodstock. The production promises to be awe-inspiring with over 1,000 patrons attending and tickets sure to sell out! This popular event is the primary source of funding for many of our programs and remains one of the largest and most unique shows of its kind in Nevada. The Ribbon of Life Silent Auction will be back again this year featuring many exciting Las Vegas show tickets and travel packages along with special items donated by various local
merchants. There will also be a special Ribbon of Life after party immediately following the show in The Havana Room at The Tropicana. This party provides attendees the opportunity to mix and mingle with all of the show performers and to see additional acts and performances. Attendance is free to select VIP level Ribbon of Life ticket purchasers, however there are a limited number of tickets available to general audience ticket holders and the general public for an additional charge. Come, enjoy the show while supporting our important mission! FabLasVegas.com
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Celebrate PRIDE
at the Clark County Library
Sunday, June 16 Stonewall: A Look Back in Film As the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots approach, we look back to the event that is widely considered to be the most important event leading to the gay liberation movement.
12 p.m. “Screaming Queens: The Riot at
Compton’s Cafeteria” (2005, 57 min, NR) Three years before the famous riots at New York’s Stonewall Inn, there was the little-known first act of collective, violent resistance to the social oppression of LGBTQ+ people in the United States in San Francisco’s impoverished Tenderloin neighborhood.
“After Stonewall” (1999, 86 min, NR) From the riots at Stonewall to the end of the century, “After Stonewall” chronicles the history of lesbian and gay life in America. This sequel, narrated by Melissa Etheridge, captures the hard work, struggles, tragic defeats, and exciting victories experienced during this time. It also explores how AIDS dramatically changed the direction of the movement.
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4 p.m.
“Before Stonewall” (1984, 87 min, NR) A groundbreaking look at the birth of the LGBTQ+ movement, this award-winning documentary follows the history of the gay experience in America, from the social experimentation of the 1920s to McCarthy-era scapegoats to the beginning of the gay rights crusade.
2:30 p.m.
“The Death and Life of Marsha P. Johnson” (2017, 105 min, TV-MA) Victoria Cruz investigates the mysterious 1992 death of black gay rights activist and Stonewall veteran Marsha P. Johnson, using archival interviews with Johnson, and new interviews with Johnson’s family, friends and fellow activists.
Saturday, June 29 at 2 p.m. Colors of the Rainbow: Las Vegas Men’s Chorus in Concert Whether you’re a Broadway baby, a serious music aficionado, or somewhere in the middle, you’ll find something to please your ears when the Las Vegas Men’s Chorus takes the stage.
Clark County Library Main Theater 1401 E. Flamingo Rd.
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DRAG QUEEN BINGO : 1 YEAR ANNIVERSARY - Place on 7th 6pm
JUNE 12
PRIDE MONTH EXPO The Center 11:30am
JUNE 13
PRIDE FAMILY STORYTIME Sunrise Library 10:30am
JUNE 15
VEGAS WOMENS FEST POOL PARTY VegasWomensFest.com 3pm $20
JUNE 15
LGBTQ HISTORY PANEL The Center 5pm
JUNE 16
STONEWALL A LOOK BACK IN FILM Clark County Library Main Theater 12pm FREE
JUNE 16
WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR: GAY MENS CHORUS Whitney Library 2pm
JUNE 18
CELEBRATE YOURSELF WITH PRIDE! Sunrise Library 4pm
June 19
PRIDE SKATE NIGHT : DOWN & DIRBY - Gold Spike 6pm
JUNE 27
QVOLUTION STONEWALL ART GALLERY The Center 6pm
JUNE 23
GOLDEN RAINBOW Tropicana Hotel Las Vegas 1pm $34.70 - $139.70
JUNE 23
PRIDE COSMIC BOWLING - Sam’s Town Bowling Center 5pm
JUNE 24
LAS VEGAS AVIATORS - TRIPLE A - PRIDE EVENT Las Vegas Ballpark
JUNE 25
DRAG QUEEN BINGO : STONEWALL 50 PRIDE WEEK - Place on 7th 6pm
JUNE 26
FAAABULOUS THE SHOW - Ron Decar’s Theater 7pm RonDecarsEventCenter.com
JUNE 28
FAAABULOUS THE SHOW - Ron Decar’s Theater 7pm RonDecarsEventCenter.com
JUNE 29
COLORS OF THE RAINBOW: GAY MENS CHORUS Clark County Library 2pm
JUNE 29
LAS VEGAS ACES PRIDE NIGHT - Mandalay Bay Events Center
JUNE 29
FAAABULOUS THE SHOW - Ron Decar’s Theater 7pm RonDecarsEventCenter.com
JUNE 29
SUGAR RAY (W/ MARK MCGRATH) - Freemont Street Experience 9pm FREE
JUNE 30
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ALEX SERPA (Queens of Las Vegas)
CATHERINE E. RAYA (L.A. Jewel)
DANIEL R. HONEYCUTT (Queens of LV)
STEPHANIE DANDERSON (Looking Glass)
BLUE MONTANA (Trans Pride Foundation)
GARRETT PATTIANI (VGM)
OWEN MILLER (Trans Pride Foundation)
MICHAEL BARBIERI (VGM)
GUY SHEETS (Bastille on 3rd)
SAM NOVAK (Vegas Unfiltered)
MATTHEW ROTHERMEL (Lily Duran / Cher)
ADAM KUEHR (Lil’ Rheuk)
JUDY BOWENWIENER
JON RUBE (Amazon)
RYAN C HERNANDEZ (Affiliate Deals)
TATIANA LEWIS (The Phoenix & Stonewall)
NICOLE WILLIAMS (Vegas Urban Pride)
ROBERT FLEMING (MCC of Las Vegas)
BRIAN WATKINS (SHANNEL)
TONI WITTEN (The Center)
DIANNE HEATH (Lady Di)
ED UEHLING
LONDUN BEE (Vegas Urban Pride)
MARLON TINANA
FATHER JOSEPH O’BRIEN (St. Therese HIV)
SIA AMIRI (Krave Las Vegas)
TONY CLARK (Las Vegas Pride)
KIAN AMIRI (Krave Las Vegas)
JOHANNA P PEREZ (Vegas Urban Pride)
PEDI AMIRI (Krave Las Vegas)
CHARLES STRACHAN (Charlie Clown)
MIKE PREVATT (Nevada Public Radio)
TONI JAMES
JAKE GALARDI MARKO (Our Revolution)
JENNIFER HALLIE (Las Vegas Lounge)
JENNIFER KATHLEEN
TERRY WILSEY (A answer on Travel)
MIKE BRUNS V.A.M.P
BILL SCHAFER (Las Vegas Nightbeat)
PAUL BRUNS V.A.M.P (In Memorium)
DENNIS MCBRIDE (Nevada State Museum)
MARGE JACQUES (In Memorium)
WES WILLIAMS (Get Booked)
KENNY KERR (In Memorium)
RAUL GUTIERREZ (Get Booked)
DEBBIE WATKINS (In Memorium)
CRYSTAL WOODS (Divas Las Vegas)
JOHN SLAUGHTER ”Ducky” (In Memorium)
TOSHIA MARVIN (Drag Brunch)
JJ GUZMAN (In Memorium)
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