INTERVIEW
MELISSA MILLER
The lead organizer of the first National Trans Visibility March on DC EVENTS
NEW YEARS EVE WITH LIZZO Cosmo brings our queen to Vegas INTERVIEW
JOHN DUFF
Out performer on why ‘iconic’ is overused, being understood and Paula Abdul calling him ‘strange’
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ESSENCE ABNER ROMAN TAJOURE
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LOCAL BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT DIVA ESSENCE GLAM BAR
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TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE PICTURES
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TRANSGENDER DAY OF REMEMBRANCE ARTICLE
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SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE INFORMATION
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COMMUNITY LEADER INTERVIEW WITH MELISSA MILLER
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DRAG QUEEN STORY HOUR CONTROVERSY
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MAP OF GAY LAS VEGAS TV SHOW ‘FRIENDS’ LGBT PLOT
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6 REASONS TO EAT OUT FOR THER HOLIDAY
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LAS VEGAS QUEER FILM WINNER A QUEER EDGE IN HORROR LAS VEGAS LOCAL ROMAN
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PrEP is changing the HIV conversation.
PrEP (Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis) is an HIV prevention pill. When taken daily, it can greatly reduce your risk of getting HIV. There are now more HIV prevention options than ever before. Let’s talk about which are right for you.
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STD (SEXUALLY TRASMITTED DISEASES) INFO SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASES INFO, TESTING & RESOURCES WHAT IS A SEXUALLY TRANSMITTED DISEASE? Sexually transmitted infections (STIs), also referred to as sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), are infections that are commonly spread by sexual activity, especially vaginal intercourse, anal sex and oral sex.
WHAT IS HIV? HIV is a virus that attacks the body’s immune system.It is usually spread by anal or vaginal sex or sharing syringes with a person who has HIV. The only way to know you have HIV is to be tested. Everyone aged 13-64 should be tested at least once, and people at high risk should be tested at least once a year. Ask your doctor, or visit gettested.cdc.gov to find a testing site. Without treatment, HIV can make a person very sick or may even cause death. If you have HIV, start treatment as soon as possible to stay healthy and help protect your partners.
Nevada is the fifth highest state in the United States for rates of new HIV diagnoses and is #1 in Syphillis *According to CDC HIV Surveillance Report, 2017 and the CDC Sexually Transmitted Disease Surveillance Report, 2017 released in 2018
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STD TESTING RESOURCE SOUTHERN NEVADA HEALTH DISTRICT ADDRESS: 280 S. Decatur Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89107 HOURS: Monday – Friday 8 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.* *The clinic opens at 9:00 a.m. on the first Thursday of every month. The following services are offered at the Sexual Health Clinic: 1.
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10. Test results and couseling Clients seeking treatment at the Sexual Health Clinic should know that the Health District is required to report cases involving assault or abuse to appropriate agencies. HIV Testing: HIV antibody testing is a simple blood test performed by a trained professional. This procedure is strictly confidential. Counseling regarding the meaning of the test and its result take place before the actual testing to ensure you understand HIV infection and the testing procedure. HIV testing procedure: Blood Test – Blood drawn from a vein is tested for HIV antibodies. This test is available at the Sexual Health Clinic (280 S. Decatur Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89107 ), Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please call (702) 759-0702 for more information. If you have questions, contact the clinic by phone at (702) 759-0702 or by email at SexualHealth@snhd.org.
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BARS
THE BACK DOOR 1415 E Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 831-0621. Backdoor.Vegas
BADLANDS SALOON 953 E. Sahara Ave. #22 Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 792-9262. Badlands-Saloon.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER.
CLUB MARY’S 1700 E. Flamingo Rd. Las Vegas, NV 891119 (702) 733-8787. FlairVegas.com
CHARLIE’S LAS VEGAS 5012 S Arville Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89118 (702) 876-1844. CharliesLasVegas.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER.
FLEX LAS VEGAS 4347 W. Charleston Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 878-3355. FlexLasVegas.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER.
THE EAGLE 3430 E. Tropicana Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89121 (702) 458-8662. facebook.com/thelasvegaseagle Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER.
FREEZONE NIGHTCLUB & BAR 610 E. Naples Dr. Las Vegas, NV 89119 (702) 794-2300. FreezoneLV.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER. PIRANHA NIGHTCLUB 4633 Paradise Road. Las Vegas, NV 89169 (702) 791-0100. PiranhaVegas.com Gaming. NO COVER.
FUN HOG RANCH 495 E Twain Las Vegas, NV 89169 (702) 791-7001. FunHogRanchLV.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER.
LAS VEGAS LOUNGE 900 Karen Ave C101, Las Vegas, NV 89109 (702) 737-9350 Open 24/7. NO COVER.
THE PHOENIX 4213 W. Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89102 (702) 826-2422. facebook.com/thephoenixlv Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER. QUADZ VIDEO BAR 4640 Paradise Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89169 (702) 733-0383. QuadzBar.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER. SPOTLIGHT LOUNGE 975 E. Sahara Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89104 (702) 431-9775. SpotlightLounge.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER.
THE GARAGE 1487 E. Flamingo Rd., Ste. C Las Vegas, NV 89119 (702) 440-6333. TheGarageLV.com Open 24/7. Gaming. NO COVER.
NIGHTLIFE SCHEDULE SUNDAYS // GARAGE 2-for-1 drinks 11a-7p. Beer bust 5p-9p $7 domestic $11 import. $4 Patron Silver shots 8p-4a. MUSIC VIDEOS & LIQUOR BUST 9p-12a $12 well $22 call. RED ZONE FOOTBALL free appetizers 2p-7p. PHOENIX SUNDAY BRUNCH WITH KEYSKA DIVA AND FRIENDS 2p - 6p ($15 All you can drink mimosa’s & sangria) 2 for 1 Happy Hour 4p - 7p SUPERSTAR SUNDAY KARAOKE w/ Shiela 9p - 2a MONDAYS // GARAGE 2-for-1 drinks 11a-7p. Beer bust 9p-12a $7 domestic $11 import. $4.50 Absolut cocktails 8p-4a. MAN CAVE MONDAYS free appetizers 5p-8p, whiskey specials after happy hour and weekly prizes giveaways. PHOENIX 2-for-1 Happy Hour 11a-7p BURNING MONDAYS (Burning Man Meetup) 6p-9p Afterburn Mondays 9p - 1a TUESDAYS // GARAGE 2-for-1 drinks 11a-7p. LIQUOR BUST $12 well $22 call 9p-12a. $3.50 Fireball shots 8p-4a. PHOENIX 2 for 1 Happy Hour 11a - 7p TWISTED TUESDAY TRIVIA 6:30p - 8p GAME NIGHT W/ ANYONKA 8p - 11p / UNDERWEAR PARTY Liquor bust for $5 in undies 9p - 1a
BINGO w/ E’Stefano 7p - 10p CARNIE ASADAS CIRCUS 10PM-12AM THURSDAYS // GARAGE 2-for-1 drinks 11a-7p. $3 OFF TOP SHELF 8p-4a. PHOENIX 2 for 1 Happy Hour 11a - 7p THERAPY THURSDAY KARAOKE w/ Shiela 9pm - 2am FRIDAYS // GARAGE 2-for-1 drinks 11am-7pm. $3.50 CHERRY OR JAGER BOMBS 8p-4a PHOENIX 2 for 1 Happy Hour 11a-7p FIRED UP FRIDAY w/ KEYSKA DIVA Showtimes 10:30pm & 11:30pm Music by DJ Panda Funk 9p-1a SATURDAYS // GARAGE 2-for-1 drinks 11a-7p. Beer bust 8p-11p $7 domestic $11 import. $4 LONG ISLANDS 8p-4a. PHOENIX BRUNCH 11a - 3p ($15 All you can drink mimosa’s & sangria) 2 for 1 Happy Hour 4p - 7p Different Party Each Week 9p - 1a
WEDNESDAYS // GARAGE 2-for-1 drinks 11a-7p. BEER BUST 9p-12a $7 domestic $11 import. $4.50 Jack Daniels 8a-4a. MUSIC VIDEOS 9p-12a. PHOENIX 2 for 1 Happy Hour 11a - 7p MUSIC VIDEO PROMOTIONAL GLOSSARY: LIQUOR BUST OR BEER BUST - a promotion involving a one time fee for an all-you-can-drink time frame. GAMING - this establishment has a gaming license and you can expect gambling machines such as video poker, etc. * Venue responsible for updates. Promotions are not guaranteed. Verify information with venue directly. *
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