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FROM THE EDITOR The power of community I recently attended the Arizona Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Torch of Liberty Dinner. The theme, “The Power of Community” not only reflected the work of its 2010 honoree - Martin L. Shultz - a long time community champion and three-decade committed ADL volunteer, it gave the organization and Shultz an opportunity to call on the media, community leaders and residents to focus on advancing the conversation about the importance of community coming together, increasing awareness and understanding of diverse communities, and collaborating on solutions for the future viability of the state.

What follows is what they had to say.

“Not only does the theme support Marty’s years of work with APS, it reflects his longtime philosophy of harnessing the best of ourselves to build and transform the community,” said Bill Straus, the ADL’s Arizona Region Director. “While we know our evening event is critical to our success and work in fighting hate and bigotry throughout the year, we also thought that this theme at this time presented a greater opportunity for us to think of solutions instead of complaints, to think of how to connect, versus name calling or pointing fingers.”

Shultz is excited to see this theme utilized in any way that can advance the important work of bringing the community together.

“I’ve been around for quite some time and I don’t know if I’ve ever seen the divisiveness that we face today. We need to pull together, tap any tools and opportunities we can to reconnect, to understand, to build awareness and inspire acceptance in every corner of our community. If the theme generated from my honor helps others consider how they can harness the power of community for their business, for their neighborhood, for their school or for their own family, then we’ve done something good.”

The ADL and Shultz invite people to share their individual ideas on how to harness the Power of Community. Businesses, groups and individuals are invited to create a Top 10 list that could be done specific to an industry, sector or by topic such as education, business, culture, neighborhoods, religion, and/ or politics. The lists and ideas can be shared through ADL’s Power of Community Facebook or Twitter pages.

Power of Community Tips Here are a few of ADL’s favorite Power of Community tips. Businesses can invite employees to share their own tips, which can

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be posted on internal company emails. The media can run a guest editorial or invite their viewers, listeners and readers to share their own tips on social media sites. Groups can host roundtable discussions. Starting the conversation toward positive idea sharing is a great first step. Here are some ideas shared by the business community, individuals and others: • The Power of Community is found when you take the time to show kindness to someone who needs it...and even someone who doesn’t.

• The Power of Community is found when you take time to acknowledge someone down on their luck and let them know they’re a valued human being.

• The Power of Community comes alive when you stand up and speak up against hateful, divisive speech and say “that’s not accepted here.”

• The Power of Community comes when businesses recognize the power of the people who come in every day to contribute to their success.

• The Power of Community is found when business leaders choose to step forward to support a healthier whole rather than an individual success.

• The Power of Community comes alive when a company starts its day serving meals to those in need at St. Vincent de Paul.

• The Power of Community is seen when a company offers educational brown bag conversations to help employees understand the complex and diverse world they live in so they can be embracing of that rich culture.

• The Power of Community comes when political leadership is more interested in the success of the state than in the success of their own election.

• The Power of Community comes when a conversation on Facebook showcases all kinds of opinions, engaging conversation and the absence of name calling.

And my tip – We know the power of our community - lets put it to good use. Send your ideas, your suggestions and we will run them in upcoming issues of ‘N Touch News.

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Issue At A Glance ‘N Touch News Magazine Issue #77, December 2010

LOCAL NEWS 6

Qspeak Theatre calls out to the community to help raise funds

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Dart league to donate 9k to 3 non-profits, banquet set for Dec. 7 at the Rock

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Community set to take action against LDS Church

p 6 - QSpeak needs you

COMMUNITY 15

A new column on the happenings at 1n10

BUSINESS 24

p 11 - Mormons beware

Is the housing market stabilizing?

FITNESS 26

Fitness expert Kirk Mathews shows us more about men’s health p 26 - Men & food. Yum!

FEATURE ARTICLE 28

Native Americans reclaim Two Spirits

PETS 39

How to protect your bunny during the winter months

HERE TO SERVE OUR p 28 - Spirits of Strength

COMMUNITY!

NIGHTLIFE 41

Check out the new Nightlife column 725 West Indian School Road, Suite 125 p 39 - Chilly bunnies

Phoenix, AZ 85013 For more information visit www.1vcc.org or call (602)712-0111

p 41 - More to do at night

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QSpeak seeks funds

Valley’s only queer youth theatre needs to raise $5k

By Luis Garcia Phoenix - The only Valley theater that provides a safe space for queer youth and their straight allies to engage in dialogue and affect positive change through performance is calling out to the community to help them raise funds before the end of the year.

Earlier this year the Mukti Fund in Key West, Florida donated $5,000 to continue the programming provided by QSpeak Theatre.

According to program director A. Beck, an additional $5,000 will be donated by the group if QSpeak raises $5,000 themselves by this December.

“This is a great opportunity for us,” said Beck. “A lot of our youth who participate are either homeless or getting back on their feet. This program is sometimes the only thing they have to express themselves.”

Beck told ‘N Touch News that the group, which is ran under the umbrella of Phoenix Theatre, relies

solely on community funding.

“The money from this grant will be used to fund their entire program from paying for a performance space to buying bus passes for participating teens,” said Beck.

‘N Touch News, the Rock, Kobalt, Rainbow Cactus, and 1n10 Youth Services are just some of the LGBT-friendly businesses and organizations that have begun to set up fundraisers to help QSpeak raise the funds needed to receive the grant.

“We are happy to help QSpeak,” said Kobalt owner Bryon Wiley.

“Growing up theater had a big influ-

ence on my life. I want to make sure LGBT youth in the Valley have the opportunity to have the same experience.”

QSpeak is a grassroots program founded and directed by Beck, which has lived under an umbrella company since its founding in 2005. The program strives to provide education through arts based programming that addresses the needs and concerns of queer youth. QSpeak Theatre will use the power of true stories and theatrical performance to initiate community dialogue, promote community awareness and participate

in positive community change. The program produces one production each year, written and produced in collaboration between QSpeak staff and youth participants.

This season QSpeak will explore the idea of HOME and HOMELESSNESS in an attempt to raise awareness to the hundreds of LGBTQ youth living on the streets in the local community. The project will collaborate with Tumbleweed Center for Youth Development clients, staff and administration. The production will include true stories and experiences of those affected by youth homelessness and those serving homeless youth in the community.

Phoenix Theatre is located at 100 East McDowell Road, just east of the Phoenix Art Museum at Central and McDowell. If you would like to make a donation please contact Beck at 602-889-5282 or a.beck@phoenixtheatre.com.

Support QSpeak Theatre at these Community Events: Sic Sense Sketch Comedy Troupe The Rock - Nov. 17, 9:00pm

1n10 Car Wash The Rock - Dec. 4, Noon

Kobalt Bar Drag Show Hosted by TC Taylor - Nov. 20, 9:00pm

Rainbow Cactus Drag Show Starring JaGi & Crew - Dec. 4, 8:00pm

Poker Fundraiser Kobalt Bar - Dec. 5, 11:00am

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CARE holds 1st awards dinner

By Luis Garcia The First Annual Central Arizona Rainbow Education (C.A.R.E.) Awards will be held on Saturday Dec. 4, at Forbidden Night Club in Scottsdale, to honor those in Arizona who helped with the mission of C.A.R.E. since it the organization was founded in 2008.

C.A.R.E. President Christopher Jay Hall 2010 told ‘N Touch News that recipients of the awards will include Barbra Seville, TC Taylor, Ace Masters, Marc Pedraza, Lee Walters, the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation, Tucson Pride, St. Michael’s and All Angels Liberal Catholic Cathedral, Eye Play Design, and Thomas Sturm.

“I am proud to be a supporter of the LBGTQ community and I am humbled by this award,” said Rev. Mother Maria C. “Sally” Jose, Pastor of St. Michael and All Angels Liberal Catholic Cathedral. “It is always an honor to work with members of C.A.R.E., and other similar organizations, to help spread the word that, either we are all God’s children or none

of us are. Now is the time for everyone to be understanding of each other and show kindness and compassion. In a time of false loneliness, independence and division, the Lord calls us once more into community.”

St. Michael and All Angels Liberal Catholic Cathedral is an independent and self-governing Catholic Church in Casa Grande. The Liberal Catholic Church combines the traditional sacramental form of worship with the “widest measure of intellectual liberty and respect for the individual conscience”.

Phoenix musician Marc Pedraza, who helps produce the annual C.A.R.E. March for Equality in Casa Grande is also humbled by the award.

“I’m honored to be among the individuals who are being recognized at the First Annual C.A.R.E. Awards,” said Pedraza. “It’s been inspiring to be a part of their March for Equality for the past two years and I look forward to working with the organization in the future.”

According to Hall, there will be a minimum charge of $5 at the door, but he encourages others to give more if they can.

“The funds will help C.A.R.E. with their upcoming March for Equality which is scheduled to take place on Saturday March 19, 2011,” said Hall. “Central Arizona Rainbow Education’s mission is to bring a sense of diversity in relations to LGBT issues to rural areas around central Arizona. We serve Pinal, Maricopa, Pima, and Gila counties.

Being that Proposition 102 was heavily supported back in 2008, we hope to provide educational events to help others understand our culture and why equality should be granted to same-sex partners.”

The event will be hosted by Celia Putty, Lady Christian, and Patricia Mason. There will be special performances throughout the night by Janee Starr, Savannah Stevens, Afee-

lya Bunz, Celebrity Starr, Celia Self, Saellah Vi and Nikki Trash.

The awards are sponsored by ‘N Touch News Magazine, 1n10, Arizona Drag, Tucson Pride and Eye Play Design.

The 2010 C.A.R.E. Awards, Dec. 4, 5 p.m. at Forbidden Night Club, 6820 E. 5th Ave. in Scottsdale. $5 at the door. For more information visit centralarizonarainbowequality.com.

Green Tips!

TIPS TO GREEN YOUR LUNCH BAG! Replace those brown paper and plastig bags with a reusable lunch box or bag. Or better yet, reuse grocery bags or an old purse.

Ditch the plastic sandwich bags for stainless steel or glass food containers. You can also use bandanas to wrap sandwiches, cookies and other goodies.

Invest in stainless steel thermoses for coffee and tea and sports bottles for water and juices. This frees you from one time use bottled water and styrofoam cups.

And don’t forget the utensils! Dump the plastic and carry proper metal cutlery for reuse over and over and over again.

Instead of using paper napkins, take a washable cloth napkin with you. It will hold up longer and can be washed with your usual laundry.

Courtesy Marina Hanes, aboutmyplanet.com

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G.L.A.D. banquet set for Dec. 7 Dart league to donate 9k to 3 non-profits

By Luis Garcia You might have seen them on a Tuesday night at your favorite bar shooting darts, but what you might not know is that players on the Gay and Lesbian Association of Darts (G.L.A.D) do it to help the community.

According to league president Jason Fruits, each season 51% of the money raised by player dues goes to three local charities. This season 1n10, the AGAPE Network, and the Arizona Animal Welfare League will receive $3,000 each from the dart league.

“G.L.A.D. dart league is a great way to meet new people and make friends while still giving back to the community,” said Fruits.

Since its founding in 1989, G.L.A.D. has raised and donated more than $500,000.

G.L.A.D. Public Relations Chairperson Jamie Saragosa has been part of the league for the past

15 years. He told ‘N Touch that he could think of no other thing he would rather do on Tuesday nights than play darts while helping local organizations.

For AGAPE CEO Rev. Bonnie Ott, the donation came at the right time.

“This has been a couple of tough years for all of us. Our clients have been going up but our finances are not,” said Ott. “This is so generous and it could not have come at a better time. It’s so close to Thanksgiving and Christmas so it’s such a blessing.

I can’t even express our gratitude to G.L.A.D. and its members.”

The mission of AGAPE Network is to supplement the nutritional needs of individuals and families infected and affected by HIV/ AIDS. AGAPE also collaborates with other valley organizations to provide direct and/or referral services in an effort to meet clients’

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nutritional, emotional, social, and educational needs.

1n10 Executive Director Nick Ray is also extremely grateful for the monetary help.

“I am repeatedly overwhelmed by the ways in which this community steps up to the plate, or in this case the oche, on behalf of our youth and young adults,” said Ray. “We didn’t have to ask for their support; the Gay and Lesbian Association of Darts came to us offering to help and we are extremely grateful for their commitment to our work.”

The mission of 1n10 is to serve LGBTQA youth and young adults between 14-22 by enhancing their lives through social and service programs that promote self expression, self, acceptance, leadership development and healthy life choices.

AAWL volunteer coordinator, Tina Eacret cannot thank G.L.A.D. enough for its continued support

for the shelter.

“What a caring and giving group of people. We are so grateful for the generosity of the organization. This donation helps us to save these wonderful dogs and cats,” said Eacret.

AAWL was founded in 1971 and is Arizona’s oldest and largest “no-kill” shelter. They provide housing for 90 dogs and 130 cats and saved over 2,000 lives last year. The shelter also provides adoption, resource and education programs that improve the quality of life for dogs and cats and support pet guardians.

The G.L.A.D. 2010 Summer Season ending banquet, held at the Rock Dec. 7, will be sponsored by ‘N Touch News Magazine.

The Rock is located at 4129 N. 7th Ave., in Phoenix.

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LOCAL NEWS

22nd Anniversary of the Jerôme Beillard Festival for Life

Tucson - The 22nd Annual

Jerôme Beillard Festival for Life benefiting the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation will be held Nov. 20 at 6 p.m. at the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center.

Enjoy an evening of Live Music with Kate Becker and the Zodiacs, Light Appetizers and no-host Wine and Cocktails along with a Benefit Art Auction featuring some of Tucson’s most acclaimed artists!

New features this year include a partnership with Pastiche Modern Eatery featuring their award winning food and drink selections and “Buy It Now” & “Go Live” bidding on popular Silent Auction pieces.

December 8, 1989 was the first Festival of the Trees, a fundraiser for the People with AIDS Coalition of Tucson (P.A.C.T). The event auctioned off nearly 200 decorated trees and wreathes for the holiday season.

Over the years, the event grew and in 1992, Festival of the Trees became Festival for Life adding artwork, menorahs, and celebrity items.

In 1995, P.A.C.T.’s co-founder and Executive Director, Jerôme Beillard, passed away from AIDS complications and Festival for Life

was renamed to the Jerôme Beillard Festival for Life - honoring the work and spirit of a great man. Each year added amazing artwork, designer Christmas trees, gift baskets, celebrity items and sculptures. Each year also added local sponsors and community members all supporting the same cause.

In 1997, when the three AIDS Service Organizations merged to create the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundatio (SAAF) - the Paper

Prayer Benefit from the Shanti Foundation was added to Festival for Life. Local artists, students, and others create strips of art that represent an ancient Japanese tradition of giving a person who is ill a Paper Prayer as a gift to bring good health. Each year, Festival for Life continues to sell hundreds of Papers to Prayers to be used as cards and tokens of good health.

Over the years, the event has grown and changed, but the main

attraction continues to be the collection of fine artwork on display in the live and silent auction. In addition to art, the auction features holiday items, gift baskets, gift certificates, celebrity collectibles, trips, one-of-akind experiences and paper prayers.

Attendees recognize this great opportunity to find amazing works of art and great gifts, just as the holiday shopping season begins.

For more information go to festivalforlife.org

AZ Men of Leather sponsor 10th annual Logan’s Playground Toy Drive

Let’s make sure every child who needs a smile this season gets one

By Gina Read Phoenix - The Arizona Men of Leather (AML) will once again be sponsoring the annual Logan’s Playground Toy Drive from now through Dec. 12, 2010.

Logan’s Playground, a program of Southwest Center for HIV/ AIDS, serves children infected/affected

by HIV/AIDS by providing free childcare to parents while they access HIV services; through the Kid Connection, a Saturday program for children to connect with their piers; and through Camp Incredible, a family camp that provides a safe, fun, and positive environment for families to reconnect and strengthen their family bond. For many of these children, the only toy they receive is from Lo-

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gan‘s Playground.

The event kicked-off at Bunkhouse where volunteers wrapped the Toy Collection Boxes and distributed them to many local LGBT and ally bars, shops and restaurants.

Organizers say they are looking for individuals, businesses, churches, and organizations who want to host a box or host events to raise toys.

Toy Boxes will be picked up on Sun, Dec. 12, and the toys will be presented to Logan’s Playground the next day, Dec. 13, at the Bunkhouse Saloon at 7 p.m.

This toy drive is possible because of the help of a number of organizations including the Arizona Women of Leather, the Phoenix Boys of Leather, Mr. Phoenix Leather, the Imperial Sovereign Court of Arizo-

na, and the Grand Canyon Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence.

Last year many national toy drives fell well short of their goals, and although Phoenix had a lean year, the community came through and AML received enough toys for each child.

Please help AML ensure that this year’s toy drive is a success by donating a new un-wrapped toy or making a tax-deductible cash donation.

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Anti-bullying and suicide prevention demonstration at Mesa Mormon Temple

By J. Ursone Phoenix – On Nov 6, the Phoenix GLBT Coalition For Mormon Action will hold an anti-bullying and suicide prevention demonstration aimed at preventing gay Mormon suicides in Arizona. The demonstration will coincide with the Christmas lighting ceremony at the Mormon Temple which attracts thousands of visitors.

The organizers of the event, Bobby Parker and Clinton Bartlett, LPC, say the demonstration is to ensure gay Mormons are aware of the Trevor Project Suicide Prevention Hotline and the local organization for LGBT Mormons, Phoenix Affirmation.

The demonstration will also continue the national message, “It Gets Better” and that there is help available for those who are depressed.

“I came out four years ago at the age of 62, and was immediately recommended by my LDS Church leader to a Mormon therapist for reparative therapy, which I rejected. There was nothing to repair! However, having lived a lifetime in the closet, I often slipped into utter despair and contemplated suicide as I agonized over the coming out process.

“My Mormon friends equated being gay with being an alcoholic, or having Down’s Syndrome, and characterized it as an addiction I had to fight on a daily basis to overcome. That didn’t jibe with all I was learning about being gay from happy newfound friends and research on the Internet. Being gay and working

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for gay causes took an immediate toll on my relationships, and meant my long time Mormon friends and family had to distance themselves from me to remain active in the church. It was hard. My lifesaver was The Ultimate Brokeback Forum on the Internet and all the friends I met there who helped me through the often gut wrenching process. For Mormons in the Greater Phoenix area we have Phoenix Affirmation. Having been in the depths of depression, I am now doing all I can to reach out to other gay Mormons to say, it really does get better, and we’re here to love you, accept you, and support you,” said Parker, a longtime Mesa neighborhood activist, gay Mormon, and grandfather of 13.

The demonstration is part of an all out effort to counteract a recent talk given by Elder Boyd K. Packer, President of the faith’s Quorum of the Twelve Apostles and next in line to be President and Prophet for the worldwide church. Packer has been called upon to recant his words in a talk given to the 13,000,000 members of the church via satellite from Salt Lake City. Packer called samesex attraction ‘impure and unnatural,’ claimed that it could be corrected,

and characterized same-sex marriage as immoral.

Parker and Bartlett contend that Packer’s words have put the estimated 40,000-60,000 LGBT Mormons in Arizona at risk.

“Having been raised in the United Pentecostal Church, my life was saved by a woman who gave me a book titled ‘But Lord They’re Gay.’ In that book I learned that there was hope and that not everyone hated me. I would have possibly killed myself if not for that intervention. The whole purpose of this ‘Mormon Action’ is to save lives.

“As a psychotherapist I am gravely disturbed for the welfare of our children, mine included, when religious leadership makes irresponsible, hateful, damaging, and prejudicial comments like those that Elder Packer made. Packer’s characterization of same-sex attraction as ‘impure and unnatural’ and his statement that it could be corrected is at odds with what I know as a professional. I have treated many Mormons who have been suicidal. One Mormon mother told me ‘I know what it’s like to be gay. I made out with a girl in college and then I suddenly decided this isn’t for me. It’s a choice.’ This dis-

turbing summarization of a typical Mormon’s understanding that it is a choice to be gay is completely skewed by the propaganda that the church advocates themselves as in the book titled Mormons & Homosexuality: Setting the Record Straight by A. Dean Byrd which claims there is no research regarding homosexuality and its etiology. It’s time that leaders of the community, including leaders of the Mormon Church, stop spewing propaganda and lies that are killing not only young people but also adults.”

If a donor can be found, special bus service from the eastern terminus of the Phoenix Metro light rail at Sycamore St. in Mesa to Pioneer Park and return, will allow demonstrators from Phoenix to use the light rail. Bus service will start at 4 p.m. and shuttle continuously throughout the evening.

The Phoenix GLBT Coalition for Mormon Action is a grassroots organization built around cooperation from the many LGBT organizations in the Phoenix, Arizona area. HRC, Equality Arizona, H.E.R.O., No Longer Silent Clergy for Justice, and the Imperial Court of Arizona are joined by gay and affirming congregations to reach out to the Mormon population with a message of love and hope.

Pioneer Park is located at 526 East Main Street in Mesa.

For more information on Affirmation go to Affirmation.org or groups. yahoo.com/group/phxaffirmation/

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Magical Traditions & Glass Art Show Don your gay apparel Dec. 5th!

By S. Klaus

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hortly, a new Magical Tradition for the LGBTQ neighborhood and visitors to the Melrose District will kick off the holiday season in style! Sunday, Dec. 5 brings a night of laughter, song, costumes and surprise guests, along with a Glass Art Show to benefit the Community Church of Hope.

Magical Traditions will fill the evening with joy and Christmas spirit, so if you like to laugh, hear an old traditional song done in a new way, or enjoy experiencing new songs and celebrations; Community Church of Hope is the place for you and your “family.”

You’ll see a fairy princess, an old Grinch and possibly a hippo. You will hear rock melodies to the old crooning sounds, with a little of everything else in-between. Sets and designs are being readied and the halls are decked-out to enhance each performance and all your senses. Many people never get the opportunity to take part in a candlelight vigil or Christmas Eve Candlelight service; Magical Traditions has a wonderful production number included for everyone to share in “a moment.”

Magical Traditions will feature many different entertainers from the community who bring something new and creative to the stage. The percussion sounds of “Us Guias” (pictured) brings

their blending of soulful harmonies and rhythmic stylings which will include a seasonal Latin flair to their performance. The orchestra sounds of keyboardist Butch Lange (pictured) will appear with classics like you have never heard. Longtime a community favorite, members of Arizona Woman in Tune (AZWIT) will make a special guest appearance.

Magical Traditions also welcomes to the stage, Patty Poinsettia (pictured). Patty only performs at charitable events and fundraisers. “I only do a few shows a year and require that they have some sort of charity or non-profit involved. I do not perform as a paid drag queen... I feel that is one of the things that sets me apart from some of the other queens in Phoenix. Meow! I love doing it, but only for a good cause,” said Miss Poinsettia.

The show will also introduces for the very first time, special guests LaDessa Coleman and Bill Kelly (pictured), to the CCH stage. The duo will be sprinkling humor throughout the evening with some help from CCH’s very own Rev. Patrick Stout (pictured). This is definitely a “BRING YOUR CAMERA” event, after the show many of the characters and performers will be available to “snap” photos with, including… Mr. and Mrs. Claus.

Did we mention the shopping? Mary Beth

Turkey Day Potluck Prescott - The Prescott Pride Center is

hosting its 11th annual Thanksgiving feast Nov. 25 from 2-4 p.m., and you’re invited! Turkey Day is a perfect time to gather together and celebrate all that we have to be thankful for as a community.

Everyone is welcome and no RSVPs are required.

The Pride Center will provide the basics (turkey, stuffing, non-alcoholic beverages, and dinnerware).

All you have to do is bring a side dish to share.

To avoid duplicates or deficits, please call Roger at 928-442-2498 or email him at events@ prescottpridecenter.com to coordinate what to bring. There will also be a sign-up sheet at the Pride Center so you can add your name to the list while you’re there. Preferred items at this point include mashed potatoes (real, not boxed), cranberry sauce, yams, dinner rolls and butter, vegetables, and desserts.

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contrabution made in the spirit of Thanksgiving.

In lieu of a donation, you can also bring a nonperishable food item to contribute to their community food box.

Already have somewhere to go on Turkey Day? No problem! Drop by for second supper, dessert and coffee, or a little bit of holiday social time with the gang. Last-minute decisions to stop in are okay, too. Thanksgiving is a family day and Prescott Pride considers each and every one of you part of the community family. You’ll be warmly welcomed, treated kindly, and stuffed like a turkey by the time you leave.

Speaking of stuffed birds, they still need two large turkeys, plus a couple of amateur chefs to help cook them up on T-day. If you can donate a bird or lend a hand, please call Roger at 928- 4422498.

Prescott Pride Center is located at 111 Josephine Street in Prescott.

Maddox, Diane Sepanski, and The Stained Glass Shop owners Vicki Day and Nola Cabral will be showing their skills and selling wonderful gift items that you will not find anywhere else under one roof. These artists are based in Arizona and nationally renowned -- definitely a treat to see their work, not to mention getting a jumpstart to your holiday shopping. Part of all proceeds will be helping Community Church of Hope. Wonderful glass items are being donated by the artists for some great raffles. If you have an interest in learning about glass work, or would like to have a party at the glass shop with some friends, mention the ‘N Touch Magazine to get information about specials offered by the owners.

“We’re not your mother’s church, but she would be welcome here. Well, Community Church of Hope has been a part of the community since 1996. Purchasing a building in the heart of the Melrose District was the best thing for us and our community. This is a great opportunity for everyone to check-out the building, which houses many groups and events year-round. Stop in for a few laughs, wonderful music, shopping and what we hope will become a great Magical Tradition for you, yours and our loving community for many years to come,” said Rev. Stout.

Magical Traditions is a ONE-NIGHT-ONLY performance, Sunday, Dec. 5. Doors open at 6:15 p.m. for the Glass Art Show with theater seating at 6:40 p.m. Curtain at 7 p.m.

This event is affordable at only $15 per ticket, groups of 10 or more may call 602-234-2180 for special pricing. Tickets are available at Community Church of Hope or their website using PayPal: communitychurchofhope.com Tickets can also be purchased at Off Chute Too (4115 N. 7th Ave., in Phoenix) or The Stained Glass Shop (6232 W Bell Road in Glendale).

Community Church of Hope is located at 4121 North 7th Ave., in Phoenix. The entrance is located just north of Indian School on 6th Drive.

Don’t Forget

December 24th: Community Church of Hope Christmas Eve Candle Light Services, Friday Dec. 24th.

7 p.m. and 9 p.m.

There are always extra chairs, friendly smiles, an inspiring message mixed with wonderful music of the season.

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Transgender Day of Remembrance Phoenix - The Transgender Day of Remembrance will be held Nov. 21 at 5:30 p.m. at the Arizona State Capitol, 1700 W. Washington Street, in Phoenix.

Since 1999, the Transgender Day of Remembrance has been observed in many cities worldwide. Vigils and memorial services have been organized to honor the memory of transgender people who’ve been victimized and murdered over the years. As long as unthinkable, unspeakable acts of violence like these continue to occur, we must show our solidarity against it. Please join us in remembering the precious lives lost due to the ignorance, intolerance, and rage that still exist in our world. With a unified LGBT voice, we can put an end to the violence.

For more information on the Arizona Transgender Day of Remembrance, visit azdor.org or email transforum@gmail.com.

Foundation has the primary focus to raise money for Central Arizona agencies that have programs to prevent HIV/AIDS or assist those living with HIV/AIDS. Aunt Rita’s Foundation accomplishes this primarily through signature events whose purpose is to raise money and to promote awareness of HIV/AIDS. Money raised will be equally distributed to participating agencies.

The $20 admission includes: Hors d’oeuvres and Desserts, 3 Interactive Galleries and Exhibits, “Giving” Presentations by both organizations. Special Guest Speaker, Hydeia Broadbent, Prominent AIDS Activist Silent Auction: Aunt Rita’s Holiday Wreaths and Phoenix Pride’s Holiday Gift Baskets All proceeds benefit Aunt Rita’s Foundation and Phoenix Pride Community Foundation.

Go to phoenixpride.org for more information.

To purchase tickets go to pride-tickets.org

Liberty” Nov., 17 at 6 p.m.

9500 Liberty reveals the startling vulnerability of a local government, targeted by national anti-immigration networks using the Internet to frighten and intimidate lawmakers and citizens.

Alarmed by a climate of fear and racial division, residents form a resistance using YouTube videos and virtual townhalls, setting up a real-life showdown in the seat of county government.

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The devastating social and economic impact of the “Immigration Resolution” is felt in the lives of real people in homes and in local businesses. But the ferocious fight to adopt and then reverse this policy unfolds inside government chambers, on the streets, and on the Internet. 9500 Liberty provides a front row seat to all three battlegrounds.

Scottsdale Community College, Turquoise Room 9000 E. Chaparral –Park in lot A or B. Admission is free.

For more information call 602-274-0991.

Phoenix - Time to celebrate with music that fills the soul with hope and joy!

Under the direction of Lucik Aprahamian, we are reminded of memories as we celebrate the holidays. It is a time for Rebirth and Renewal of Spirit!

Concerts are Saturday, Dec. 11, 7:30 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 12, 4 p.m. at Faith Lutheran Church, 805 E Camelback Road, Phoenix.

For more information go to azwit.com or call 602-487-1940.

Community remembrance service

Celebration of giving Phoenix - Phoenix Pride Community Foundation and Aunt Rita’s Foundation presents “Celebration of Giving - One Night, Two Charities, Celebrating Your Gifts” Dec. 4 at the Arizona Science Center (3rd Floor). A community holiday event to recognize the charitable contributions of two foundations whose very existence revolves around “GIVING BACK”.

Phoenix Pride’s mission: Phoenix Pride celebrates and promotes the history, diversity and future prosperity of the metropolitan Phoenix LGBT community.

Since 2008 Phoenix Pride has contributed almost $200,000 back into the metropolitan Phoenix LGBT community.

Aunt Rita’s Foundation’s mission: Aunt Rita’s

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Prescott - A Community Remembrance Service will be held Nov. 30 at 6p.m. at Prescott United Methodist Church, 505 W. Gurley Street. This event is a special gathering to honor those who have been impacted by HIV and AIDS in the community.

Dr. Sam Downing, a local infectious disease specialist and Northland Cares’ medical director, will give the keynote address.

Everyone will have the opportunity to offer up the name of a friend or loved one who has been affected by HIV/AIDS and the names will be read aloud during the service.

This is a free event, but donations for Northland Cares will be accepted.

Many Faces of Hate series continues Scottsdale - The Anti-Defamation League & Scottsdale Community College continues the Many Faces of Hate Series with “9500

PFLAG Thanksgiving dinner for youth group Tucson - This year PFLAG Tucson will again put on a Thanksgiving dinner for Eon, Wingspan’s youth group. The dinner will be on Nov. 22, at Wingspan at 430 E. 7th Street.

PFLAG will arrive to prepare and set out the food at 5 p.m. and serve at 6 p.m. This gathering is always uplifting and much appreciated by Eon.

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LOCAL NEWS BRIEFS - continued from previous page Please consider joining them for this event.

Email PFLAG at pflagtuc@pflagtucson.org or give a call at 520-360- 3795 to let them know if you’re interested in providing food and helping.

The Holiday Project kicks off Tucson - For the past 18 years, local schools, businesses, and groups have actively and generously committed their support to families in the community that are living with or affected by HIV/AIDS by donating funds or collecting gift items for an annual Holiday Project. The support from the community to this project has been not only impressive, but truly heartwarming.

The Holiday Project is a collaboration be-

tween the Southern Arizona AIDS Foundation (SAAF) and the Tucson Interfaith HIV/AIDS Network (TIHAN). This year, the 2010 Holiday Project will provide clothing and gifts to over 50 families, including almost 100 children.

Most of the clients served by SAAF and TIHAN live on low to very-low incomes and cannot afford to meet their basic needs for food and shelter let alone holiday gifts. For others, the holidays can be a lonely time.

Please give what you can to make is a Positively Fabulous Holiday for people living with HIV/ AIDS and their families.

If you would prefer to donate gifts, please contact Neil MacDonald at nmacdonald@saaf.org or 520-628-7223.

established to provide outreach to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and other persons adversely affected by the influence of all denominations of religious educational institutions. HeartStrong is also committed to educating the public about the persecution of LGBT’s and others at religious educational institutions.

You can learn more about HeartStrong at heartstrong.org.

Marc Adams to speak at PFLAG Tucson - Marc Adams from HeartStrong in Seattle will be joining PFLAG again this year at their support meeting on Dec. 1, to update them on his ongoing efforts to help young LGBT students attending religious colleges. Adams has been doing this work, funded solely by donations, for 14 years now.

HeartStrong is a non sectarian organization

GLSEN Holiday Social Tucson - Please join GLSEN for their Dec. 3 meeting and “holiday social” gathering.

They will meet at Colors Restaurant and GLSEN will provide snacks and soft drinks for all. Individuals may purchase their own drinks.

Event runs from 4:30 to 6 p.m.

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YOUTH

The big umbrella

By Michael Weakly, 1N10 Program Director The concept of the big umbrella is that you are welcome as you are in our space. Regardless of sexual orientation, gender, sex, color, documentation status, HIV status, relationship status (some are single, some are monogamous and some have a quadruple relationship, I am not here to judge), the LGBTQ community shines in a concept that we accept you as you are.

Now where our rainbow starts to fade is when you mix in, addiction status, homeless status, financial status, documentation status, popularity status and depression status. It is easy to love and appreciate all of our tribe when we are glowing at Pride or shining at AIDS Walk. Where the breakdown in the beauty starts is when we face those issues within our community that are not as easy to handle and require a depth of conversation, action and follow through. In other words, more than participation in an isolated event.

Lately I have been flooded with calls, emails and letters from people in the community, hidden in a closet, or a few letters from prisoners asking how they can help but more than often suggesting how they can help. Why? Because our community is feeling anguish and fear as many of our young people are taking their lives. There has become a public outcry regarding bullying and suicide within our community. For those of us that work with youth daily, this is NOT a new phenomenon, simply the media has taken hold of it and is getting the word out. I am not criticizing anyone for having this topic come to light, it needed to and these stories needed to be told. But what do YOU do about it now? How do YOU make a difference and help those that are struggling and are in need?

I have heard on more than one occasion that

lives for LGBTQ youth is so much better than it was 10, 15, 30 years ago and for this I must offer an argument. The coming out process is the same now as it was years ago, you must first come out to yourself, to your parents, to your church, to your school, to your job etc. and the reactions are quite similar from those heard 30 years ago. “You’re going to hell”, “You will never be happy”, “it’s just a phase”, “You will die of AIDS”, and the same negative behaviors from parents and community still reflect a sentiment if you, “Just sleep with a woman once” or “Stop acting like a boy”, then this will miraculously cure you ailing need to be with someone of the same sex. The basics of coming out are still the same and we must acknowledge that the issues our youth face are valid.

But you know what, it does get better. There are

places like us at 1n10, GLSEN, Trevor Project, the QLine and so many amazing and confirming LGBTQ churches, organizations and social opportunities that are opening their arms wide to our community. There are the hero’s at PFLAG that make such an amazing impact on our community and help spread the message of acceptance throughout the valley. We have an amazing community, but it is up to YOU to get more involved. Once you get involved and active; you get activated! I challenge each of you to find the time to donate your strengths to a local organization, I can say that we would all love to have you!

Lastly, we would like to celebrate the opening of our new location on a new date and time at 1n10.

On Nov. 3, we had our first night at the First Congregational United Church of Christ on 2nd Street and McDowell which is our new location for our Wednesday night groups. I would also like to send a big shout out to the Community Church of Hope that graciously hosted us for many years: WE LOVE YOU! For more information about any of our programs, to get more involved or see what we are doing please check out 1n10.org

1n10 Thanksgiving!

The 1n10 Thanksgiving dinner with the youth, past youth, volunteers, board and staff of 1n10 will take place on Wednesday, Nov. 17 at the First Congregational United Church of Christ located at 1407 North 2nd Street, just south of McDowell Road. No RSVP is needed, just bring a friend and a side dish to share! Dinner will start at 6:30 p.m. and end at 9 p.m., so be sure to drop by. We would love to see you!

Visit 1n10.org for more information and be sure to invite family and friends via Facebook

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Join friends and the entire “family” for a fabulous party consisting of drinks, dinner, dancing, dice, and divas in a safe and welcoming setting, from 7:00 PM to 2:00 AM. Tickets are on sale now for $150.00 each by calling Erin Russ at 520.624.1779, Ext. 118 or, online at http://tinyurl.com/NightThing. ntouchaz.com | December 2010 | Issue #77 | 15

NATIONAL NEWS

Supreme Court asked

to review gay military ban San Francisco (AP) - A Republican

gay rights group on Nov. 5 asked the U.S. Supreme Court to allow a California trial judge’s order barring enforcement of the “don’t ask, don’t tell” policy on gays in the military to go back into effect.

Lawyers for Log Cabin Republicans asked the high court to vacate a 2-1 decision Monday by the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals keeping “don’t ask, don’t tell” in place until it considers the government’s appeal of the judge’s decision declaring the policy unconstitutional.

The Log Cabin group argued that the 9th Circuit panel abused its discretion when it blocked U.S. District Judge Virginia Phillips’ order requiring the armed forces to allow openly gay Americans to enlist and serve.

It said the divided panel erred in accepting the Pentagon’s claim that it needed more time to develop procedures for integrating gay service members and “gave no consideration whatsoever to the injury that will befall” while “don’t ask, don’t tell” is in place.

“Unless the court of appeals stay is vacated, the

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respondents will be free to continue to investigate and discharge American service members for no reason other than their homosexuality, in violation of their due process and First Amendment rights,” the group’s lawyers wrote.

The request was directed to Justice Anthony Kennedy, who handles emergency motions from the 9th Circuit. Kennedy could respond on his own or refer the matter to the full court, but does not face a deadline for acting.

President Barack Obama, meanwhile, has pledged to push the Senate to repeal the policy in the lame duck session before a new Congress is sworn in.

The policy was lifted for eight days last month after Phillips ruled that it violates the civil rights of gay Americans and issued an injunction barring the Pentagon from applying it. The Obama administration appealed and asked the appeals court to reinstate the ban until it could hear arguments on the broader constitutional issues next year.

“It is unfortunate the Obama Justice Department has forced the Log Cabin Republicans to go to the Supreme Court,” R. Clarke Cooper, the group’s executive director, said.

In their filing, Log Cabin’s lawyers disputed that the military would be harmed if the policy were suspended immediately.

Phillips’ order “does not order the military to redesign its barracks, to retool its pay scales or benefits, to reordain its chaplains, to rewrite its already extensive anti-harassment or ‘dignity and respect’” rules, or anything else,” they said. “The district court’s injunction requires only one thing: to cease investigating and discharging servicemembers for reasons unrelated to their performance and military ability.”

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Lesbian who sued over prom talks about gay bullies Jackson (AP) - The lesbian who successfully challenged a rural Mississippi school district’s ban on same-sex prom dates says she wept when she read about the recent spate of gay teen suicides linked to harassment.

Constance McMillen, who was recently named one of Glamour magazine’s “Women of the Year 2010,” told The Associated Press that she became a bullying victim after she challenged the Itawamba School District over a policy that prohibited her from bringing her girlfriend to the prom and wearing a tuxedo.

McMillen, 18, said she became emotional after reading about the suicides of 13-year-old Seth Walsh and of Tyler Clementi, an 18-year-old Rutgers University freshman.

“I read it on Facebook. I was so upset about this that I could not sleep,” McMillen said. “I knew it had to be terrible for them to choose death as a way to escape what they were living in.”

McMillen said she has had her own suicidal thoughts.

“But I never really considered it to the point where I almost did it,” she said. “Everybody thinks about it when times get hard, but it is not the answer.”

Growing up in the small town of Fulton, Miss., McMillen said she wasn’t bullied until school officials canceled the prom rather than allow McMillen and her girlfriend to attend as a couple.

“I went through a lot of harassment and bullying after the lawsuit, and I realized how bad it felt being in that position,” she said.

The American Civil Liberties Union sued the district, which paid $35,000 to settle the lawsuit and also agreed to follow a non-discrimination policy, though it argued such a policy was already in place.

Glamour magazine recently honored McMillen for her fight against intolerance, and she’s now in the company of entertainer Fergie, actress Julia

Roberts, designer Donatella and Queen Rania of Jordan.

Cindi Leive, Glamour editor-in-chief, said McMillen was selected by an advisory panel of past honorees, including Jennifer Lopez and Katie Couric. The main measure for honorees is that they help make the world a better place for others, Leive said.

“We’ve seen such devastating proof this year of how tough it is for gay teens out there. To have someone like Constance stand up for who she is with dignity and pride, is a really meaningful thing for other young people to see. We respect her bravery and her example,” Leive said in an e-mail.

In a photo on the magazine’s website, McMillen is dressed in a tuxedo and a tiara and standing in her messy bedroom. A television movie about her case is also in the works.

McMillen said her family’s support helped her confront injustice.

“It seems like gay students catch a lot. It’s already a rough time in high school. Everybody wants to be accepted,” McMillen said. “The family’s acceptance is 100 times more important than people they go to school with. Whenever their family doesn’t accept them, they feel like nobody’s going to.”

Smithsonian explores impact of gays on art history Washington (AP) - When artist Jasper Johns was mourning the end of his relationship with Robert Rauschenberg, he took one of his famous flag paintings, made it black, and dangled a fork and spoon together from the top.

Hidden symbols in Johns’ “In Memory of My Feelings,” tell part of the story, curators said. Color from the relationship is gone. A fork and spoon elsewhere in the painting are separated. Here we have a coded glimpse into a six-year relationship that was rarely acknowledged – even in Rauschenberg’s 2008 obituary.

The Smithsonian’s National Portrait Gallery is decoding such history from abstract paintings and portraits in the first major museum exhibit to show how sexual orientation and gender identity have shaped American art. The installation, “Hide/Seek: Difference and Desire in American Portraiture,” opened Nov. 6 and is on view through Feb. 13.

“There’s been an entire history hiding in plain sight,” said Portrait Gallery historian and curator David C. Ward. “Telling the history of art without the history of gay people is like telling the history of slavery without mentioning black people.”

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Many have avoided the subject, he said, out of politeness or homophobia.

Ward said he was surprised to discover more gays were fired from federal jobs during the Red Scare of the Cold War era than suspected communists. In that political climate, he said, many modern artists turned to abstraction and coded

language to portray themselves and those they loved.

The exhibit, funded primarily with private donations, comes 20 years after the Corcoran Gallery of Art in Washington canceled a retrospective of photographer Robert Mapplethorpe’s homoerotic images for fear of a backlash from Capitol Hill.

The Smithsonian’s exhibit is different, Ward said. Indeed, there are few pictures of men kissing, but curators carefully chose many of the 105 pieces for what’s not obvious at first glance.

An 1898 Thomas Eakins painting, “Salutat,” opens the exhibit, portraying a boxer’s bare body – but in a way that challenges what it means to be male, considering its creation during the testosterone-charged 1890s, Ward said.

A 1914 painting of “Men Reading” by J.C. Leyendecker used for Arrow shirt ads treads a thin line between portraying two men as acquaintances or lovers. The artist modeled one character on his male partner.

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WORLD NEWS

Pope defends family as Spanish gays hold ‘kiss-in’

By Nicole Winfield BARCELONA, Spain (AP) – Pope Bene-

dict XVI strongly defended traditional families and the rights of the unborn Nov. 7, attacking Spanish laws that allow gay marriage, fast-track divorce and easier abortions as he dedicated Barcelona’s iconic basilica, the Sagrada Familia.

It was the second time in as many days that Benedict had criticized the policies of Spain’s Socialist government and called for Europe as a whole to rediscover Christian teachings and apply them to everyday life.

As he headed to the basilica, about 200 gays and lesbians staged a ‘kiss-in’ to protest his visit and church policies that consider homosexual acts “intrinsically disordered.” Later, several hundred women marched to protest their second-class status in the church and the Vatican’s opposition to birth control.

But in contrast, some 250,000 people came out to cheer the pope and watch as he formally inaugurated Barcelona’s newest basilica, an architectural marvel still unfinished after more than 100 years of construction.

Benedict has focused much of his pontificate on trying to fight secular trends in the West such as

the legal recognition of same-sex unions. He has visited Spain twice and has a third trip planned next year, an indication he sees this once staunchly Roman Catholic country as a battleground for the future of the faithful in Europe.

During his homily Sunday, Benedict noted that the church of the Sagrada Familia — a soaring, Art Nouveau basilica with sandcastle-like spires — was initially conceived of as a temple to the sacred family of its name, Jesus, Mary and Joseph.

He railed against same-sex marriage and divorce, saying families are built on the “indissoluble love of a man and a woman” who should be provided with financial and social benefits from governments. He

criticized policies allowing for abortions, saying “the life of children (must) be defended as sacred and inviolable from the moment of their conception.”

Benedict also planned to visit a Spanish churchrun home for children with developmental and behavioral problems before returning to Rome on Sunday night.

Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero’s Socialist government has supported a legislative agenda that has deeply angered the Vatican, allowing gay marriage, quicker divorces and easier abortions.

On Saturday, Benedict blasted such policies, saying today’s “aggressive” anti-church, secular movement in Spain was reminiscent of the 1930s, when the church suffered violent persecution as the country lurched from an unstable democracy to civil war.

Benedict was to meet privately with Zapatero at the airport before departing Sunday, a low-profile event that reflected their divergent views.

In his homily Sunday, Benedict again called for the West to embrace God and shun secular trends.

He said the dedication of the Sagrada Familia church was of great importance “at a time in which man claims to be able to build his life without God, as if God had nothing to say to him.”

During the ritual-filled dedication ceremony, rarely celebrated by a pope, Benedict poured holy oil over the marble altar and spread it across all four corners with his hands, an apron protecting his vestments. Priests then smudged oil on the basilica’s walls. Benedict lit a brass incense burner on the altar as Spain’s King Juan Carlos and Queen Sofia looked on.

Afterward, four nuns dressed in black mopped up the remaining oil from the altar and four others placed fresh linens on it.

The church, which was declared a basilica, is the masterwork of Antoni Gaudi, a Barcelona architect and staunch Catholic who dedicated his life to the project but died in 1926, only a few years after it was begun. He is on the path to possible sainthood.

The light-filled basilica is awash in Christian symbolism and imagery; its planned 18 spires which pierce Barcelona’s skyline represent the 12 apostles, the four evangelists, Mary and Jesus; the basilica’s three main exterior facades depict Christ’s birth, death and resurrection; the 52 palm treelike columns inside represent the 52 Sundays of the year.

Benedict praised Gaudi for integrating nature, scripture and liturgy in his masterpiece in a way that overcame the distinction between the temporal and the eternal world.

“Antoni Gaudi did this not with words but with stones, lines, planes and points,” Benedict said.

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Argentine gays proud of 500 same-sex marriages Aires (AP) - Thousands marched in Argentina’s Gay Pride parade on Nov. 6, celebrating the country’s status as the first in Latin America to legalize same-sex marriage and vowing to campaign for new rights for transgender people.

More than 500 same-sex couples have been married since President Cristina Fernandez signed the law on July 21, said Esteban Paulo, President of the Argentine Lesbians, Gay, Bi, and Transgender Federation.

The gay marriage law has been a boon for tourism, said Pablo De Luca, founder of the Gay and Lesbian Chamber of Commerce in Buenos Aires.

He estimates that 100,000 more gays and lesbians have visited Argentina as a result of the law.

“It’s the same kind of increase that happened in South Africa, Canada, and Madrid after they legalized gay marriage,” De Luca said. “We want

Buenos

to travel to a country where we don’t feel like we have to hide our sexuality.”

Gay and lesbian couples still face discrimination - some civil servants have been unwilling to sign their marriage licenses, and the judicial system has been slow to approve adoptions by samesex couples even though the law now grants them

New internet site offers commerce and advocacy Are you thinking of opening a new webpage for your store or service? Does the page you have now seem like a lot of work? Are you constantly having to make changes or trying to get your web designer to make changes and it’s always taking too long?

Is your once exciting way of doing business starting to seem overwhelming because you have to become a semi-expert in a whole new field of technology? STOP! There is a better way to open a web store or register a business. A small group of entrepreneurs has developed a new model for getting on the web with easy. And, you won’t get lost in the mass of product listings. Plus, you market automatically to surfers who are interested in buying from you.

Why? Because the site, lgbtprosper.com, pulls resources in a number of ways. First, to open a store, all you have to do is pick a name, register on the site for $1.01 and start posting pictures of your products. You don’t have to pay anything until your products sell, and then it’s only a small percentage of the total.

It is much the same for posting a services listing, but you can post as many as 20 pictures for a year for only $59.90. You can have as much information on your listing as you need. So, with the pictures and the information, you basically have a web page. Who needs more than that?

The site also plans on giving 3% of its pre-tax dollars to an LGBT nonprofit advocacy agency.

Bob Marsenich, the CEO of the new company said, “We really believe that this is the wave of the news / politics / business / opinion

future. When we did our research to build the site, the biggest complaint we heard was that people felt they were getting lost on sites like e-bay and Amazon. And, people want to spend where they feel their money makes a difference and in a community they belong to, whether that is local, geo-social or cause related. We believe our approach speaks to these needs.”

Mark Nelson, the web developer and operations director, stated that, “We are very passionate about our product. It is something we really believe in and can get excited about. Yes, there is the monetary function, but there is something overwhelmingly gratifying about creating equality for all people. That is really our mission, and that is what we really want to fund and create. The site and getting the community participation is just a way to do that.”

Marsenich, Nelson and the two other partners are non lgbt, but they believe it will take the lgbt and non LGBT communities working together, passionately, to bring equality to all people. “Especially when others believe some of us don’t deserve it,” Nelson emphasized.

For more information go to LGBTprosper.com

all the rights heterosexual married couples enjoy.

Argentina’s dominant Roman Catholic Church remains opposed.

The theme of Saturday’s parade was “let’s go for more” - specifically, a “gender identity” law to enable individuals to change their gender on birth certificates and identity cards. Uruguay passed such a law in 2009, but transgender Argentines have no such recourse and often have trouble when dealing with the government using documents that no longer match their expressed gender.

The proposed law has been stuck in Argentina’s senate since 2007, but some are more optimistic now that gay marriage has passed.

“The gay marriage law helped open the doors to discuss LGBT issues in Argentina,” said Socialist Deputy Roy Cortina. “And that’s going to be beneficial for the gender identity law.”

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Benedict’s motorcade route and watched the Mass, cheering and waving the yellow-and-white flags of the Holy See. Mixed among the throngs outside Barcelona’s cathedral were 200 members of the gay ‘kiss-in’ who smooched as the popemobile went by.

At a separate demonstration, over 500 people marched behind banners reading “The woman decides to be a mother” and “Condoms save, the pope damns.”

One of the organizers, Montse Cervara, said it was important to voice opposition, since the church is “against all the rights we have fought to have recognized, like the right to choose.”

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the public before she came out.

Other portraits show male nudes, which are still less common in museums than portraits of bare women.

While the images are mostly tame, curators know such a show at the publicly funded Smithsonian Institution could draw scrutiny. Co-curator Jonathan Katz of the State University of New York at Buffalo said he tried for 15 years to mount a similar exhibit in New York City but found no takers.

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2nd Annual Festival of Trees The Festival of Trees will take place Dec. 10 from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fifteen trees, 6 wreaths and 4 menorahs will be raffled off. And believe us, they are beautiful! You can buy raffle tickets that night.

Palavela Home is the host and there will be a real ice-rink on site so there is a second admission price if you want to skate that includes your skate rental.

Pavela Home Courtyard is located at 4222 North Marshall Way in Scottsdale.

To sponsor: 602-266-5055 or development@ gpglcc.org to RSVP email rsvpevents@gpglcc. org

Tucson Gay Chamber

October Breakfast Meeting The next Breakfast meeting will take place Nov. 18 from 7:30-9 a.m. at Hotel Tucson City Center (475 N. Granada Ave.).

“Using Social Media to Reach Clients” Come to the November breakfast and get a clearer idea of what social media are and what they can do for your business. Presented by the Caliber Group.

RSVP at 520-615-6436 or go to Tucsonglbtchamber.org

BUSINESS

Majority of home owners see property as good investment

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By Ron Houston

he 2010 National Association of Realtors® Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers is the latest in a series of nationwide surveys evaluating demographics, preferences, marketing and experiences of recent home buyers and sellers. Home buyers today have affirmed a long-term view of home ownership, the typical seller is experiencing positive returns and the vast majority of home owners see their property as a good investment, according to the latest consumer survey of home buyers and sellers (Nationwide). Phoenix is certainly an exception to these results. The study was released last week at the 2010 Realtors® Conference & Expo in New Orleans.

Although typical sellers had been in their previous home for eight years, up from seven years in the 2009 study, first-time buyers plan to stay for 10 years and repeat buyers plan to hold their property for 15 years. Nationally – homeownership and equity gains average over an 8 to 15 year timeframe show increases as high as 24%. Even with several years of price declines, the seller who purchased homes 11 to 15 years ago saw a much higher gain. . Phoenix is projected to grow to be the 3rd largest city in the Nation within the next 21 years – certainly, it is conceivable that a market like Phoenix could see phenomenal growth again – and this time for all the right reason with no looming bubble to burst. Many economist and financial planners use a ‘rule of 7’ as a means by which to measure an investment – if it doubles in 7 years then it is a good investment. Even as a watered-down average if you project what could happen in the next 21 years – odds are great for homeowners that plan well and don’t jump to take advantage of increasing values. The gains in the next 21 years could very well mean your ‘golden years’ truly are golden.

“Sellers who purchased at the top of the market and had to sell in a short time frame were hurt by the price correction, but the vast majority who are able to stay for a normal period of home ownership generally built enough equity to make a trade-up purchase,” Golder said. “Despite swings in the housing market in recent years, the fact is most long-term owners see healthy gains in the value of their property.”

House flipping is virtually nonexistent in today’s market. “The primary exception is for ex-

perienced investors, many of whom pay cash and are making renovations or improvements after a careful study of properties, neighborhoods and market demand,” NAR 2010 President Vicki Cox Golder explained. “The house flipping and quick gains which occurred during the boom period were abnormal, driven by risky, easy-money financing that should never have been allowed in the market.”

Almost half of all homeowners view their real estate investment as better than stocks. Beside a significant goal prolific across this nation of homeownership the view of investing in real estate to survive the roller coaster ride that it can be sometimes is the long-term view and fundamental goal that it can offer.

Main reasons drive the real estate market: desire for a larger home; a change in family situation; home buyer tax credit; job-related move; and the affordability of homes. The number of first-time home buyers rose to a record high 50 percent of all home sales from 47 percent in the 2009 study, building on success of the home buyer tax credit which began in 2009. The previous cyclical high for first-time buyers was 44 percent in 1991; records date back to 1981. The profile shows the median age of first-time buyers was 30 and the median income was $59,900. The typical first-time buyer purchased a 1,540 square foot home costing $152,000, with 93 percent using the first-time buyer tax credit. Buyers searched a median of 12 weeks and viewed 12 homes. Fourteen percent of buyers own two or more homes.

Home buyers thought the most important services agents offer are helping find the right house, and negotiating sales terms and price. Buyers also most commonly choose an agent based on a referral from a friend, neighbor or relative, with trustworthiness and reputation being the most important factors. If you’re thinking about buying a home - please give your community leaders in Real Estate your first consideration.

Houston is a Broker and owner of The Ron Houston Group & Arizona Lifestyle Realty.

Phone: 602.402.2459 FAX: 602.926.2789. Ron Houston, Direct Line: 480-861-8744. Jessica Alietti, Office Manager (Extension 103), Billing, Escrow & Contract processing. Arizona Lifestyle Realty is located at 1940 E Camelback Rd, Ste 203, Phoenix, AZ 85016.

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BUSINESS BRIEFS Certification workshop for small businesses Phoenix - Small business owners in Maricopa County are invited to attend free workshops and learn more about the city of Phoenix business certification programs and how they can provide opportunities for small business economic growth.

The next workshop will be from 2 to 4 p.m.

Nov. 18, at Washington Adult Center, Classrooms 4 and 5.

The city’s Equal Opportunity Department offers a yearlong series of monthly educational workshops to help business owners complete the application process for certification with the city as a small business enterprise. The workshops offer in-depth information about the requirements, process and benefits of becoming certified.

Seating is limited for these presentations. Call the Phoenix Equal Opportunity Department at 602-262-6790/voice or 602-534-1557/TTY to reserve a space.

Employee count per capita is smallest in 40 years despite city’s growth Phoenix - On Nov. 3 the City Council yapproved the next step in a series of efficiences and innovations for the City of Phoenix by reducing the number of full-time positions by 546.

Even though the city has grown tremendously since 1970, this action reduces the total number of full-time positions to 15,090, or 9.4 positions per thousand residents, making the employee count the smallest number per capita in 40 years.

“In the City of Phoenix, doing more with less isn’t simply a cliché we throw around,” said Mayor Phil Gordon. “Our residents demand safe neighborhoods and a dependable, growing economy, and we will continue providing the outstanding customer service that has earned us a reputation as one of the best-run cities in the world, even as we do so with fewer people.”

The position eliminations include 489 vacant positions in the city’s General Fund and 57 additional General Fund sworn police positions as they become vacant over the next several months. These reductions are in addition to the more than 2,000 positions the city has eliminat-

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ed over the last three years.

“Just as the private sector has tightened its belt with workforce reductions in a weak economy, the city has reduced its workforce after considerable thought and discussion in a manner which ensures continued excellent customer services,” said Councilman Bill Gates, chairman of the City Council Finance, Efficiency and Innovation Subcommittee.

To clearly indicate an accurate staffing count, the positions were eliminated from departments across the organization. Criteria used for elimination included minimizing impacts to service delivery and continued focus on resident and employee safety.

Here’s a look at some comparisons of Phoenix in 1970 and Phoenix in 2010: • Population - - 584,303 vs. 1.6 million, or an increase of 174% • Employee count - - 9.7 per 1,000 residents in 1970 vs. 9.4 per 1,000 residents in 2010 • Passengers arriving and departing Sky Harbor - - 2.9 million vs. 37 million, or an increase of nearly 1,200% • City-run parks - - 121 vs. 225, or an 86% increase • Fire stations - - 30 vs. 59, or nearly double the number of stations • Ambulance service/emergency medical calls (added in 1980) - - 46,000 vs. 126,000, a 174% increase • Police dispatched calls for service - - 374,000 vs. 664,000, a 78% increase The City Council also has approved many other efficiencies, saving the city millions of dollars to date. Examples include consolidating some city departments and functions ($1,425,000); streamlining the city’s Reserve-A-Ride program ($860,000); eliminating paper pay stubs ($85,000); moving the Public Works Department from its current building to City Hall ($250,000); and various other process improvements ($1,011,000).

Brodie’s Tavern open for business Tucson - Brodie’s Tavern, a neighborhood LGBT and ally bar, opened October 23.

The bar, on the site of the old Yard Dog Saloon, has been refurbished and the sound system greatly improved. The back Patio is open on the weekends and has a brand new dancing area and stage.

Owners Eddie Baeza and Jon Mayo, are longtime residents of Tucson, and have had two previous restaurant/bars (6th St. Bar and Grill and Firehouse Bar).

Brodie’s Tavern is located at 2449 N. Stone Ave in Tucson. Brodie’s is open from 10 a.m. to 2 a.m. seven days a week. Phone: 520-622-0447 Website: brodiestavern.com

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FITNESS

Ripe produce & bad coaches

By Kirk Matthews Kirk, where can I find information on how to choose ripe produce, how it needs to be stored, preparation, etc? I am trying to start eating healthy for the first time in my life. The problem is, that entails eating a lot of fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, etc. and I am pretty clueless when it comes to picking out produce at its peak- when it’s supposed to be in season- how it needs to be stored, prepared, etc. Is there a website or book out there that you know of that I could use as a resource? Kelly Kelly, I’m not sure where you’re located, but any good health food store should have simple, easy and compact books on food selection and storage. I got one from Whole Foods several years ago that’s spiral-bound, making it easy to keep open while planning or shopping. It was around nine dollars, and I found it right in the produce section on the lower shelves. You’d probably find this type of book at any good health food store in the produce or book department – ask around.

Also, the better stores have produce workers and managers that will take the time with you to explain what’s available and help direct you toward their best choices for the current and coming seasons. They’re a great resource and have a particular interest in customers knowing how to shop and when to shop: repeat visits will be easier and more likely.

As far as preparation goes, that’s more in the recipes department: recipes will dictate how you cut or process what you’re using. A variety of good knives will come in handy here, and you wouldn’t have to buy them all at once. There are good deals in the big-box stores as well as the typical “chef ” shops in almost any mall – and those shops would be a great place to sign up for cooking classes and really get familiar with your new methods and habits -- Good Luck!

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3 months but I already don’t agree with his teaching methods. HELP? He makes my team do painful exercises (my legs ached for three days) when we do something wrong. Instead of teaching us the right method, he punishes us for not knowing it. He probably won’t listen to me because I’m only small fry and haven’t been in the sport long and I’m a reserve most of the time. Justin Hmm. This is disturbing, mostly the word “punish”.

Often, otherwise capable athletes are “awarded” the role as lead assistant to the coach, and eventually attain the role of the coach. In other words, people without any team leadership skills can attain the position of leadership without any formal training or schooling whatsoever. Many of them go on to act out their “power dynamics” through systematic “punishment” of those “beneath them”.

Many readers are having a side chuckle as they read this: this type of thing happens on a daily basis in the business world all over.

And this sounds like your coach. Either he fits the description above, or he’s considerably older than you: perhaps in his fifties or sixties, using outdated military-style drills and mind games to “coach”.

Most athletes don’t need to be coddled or babied. Most athletes are athletes because they’re more than capable of doing the work. Most athletes respond well to demanding and persistent instruction rather than intimidation and/or humiliation.

So ask yourself this: Do your teammates agree? Or do they think you’re whining? Sounds like they’d agree. And that’s where the obvious options come into play: Initially, ask the coach to explain how to do the drills so you can get them right. Ask for a demonstration. Be nice about it – you want to be sincere; you want the team to win. If he can’t or won’t show you and only barks out more orders,

you can give some thought to quitting the team.

Didn’t think I’d say that? Well, if you can’t fix the problem and can get away from it, then do so if you must. Or, you and your fellow teammates can organize together and boycott as a team. Inform the coach that he can lighten up or there’s not going to be a team – it’s likely too late in the season to form a new or complete team.

You can also take this to the coach’s supervisor or principal, either as a team or through your parents. Make it clear that the coach’s style has you all considering quitting, since you joined to compete in a fun and enriching way, not in a way that makes you feel low and useless.

By the way, it’s your right. Your parents pay for participation through taxes and direct financial support for the team. Also, students and parents end up paying for all the extra things the school cannot cover.

So, your coach can choose to change or resign.

But if he leaves, remember: a coach is a coach, and no coach means no team. His supervisor or principal might look for a replacement, but there’s no guarantee there.

Here’s the thing: If you can honestly say that you’re not whining, and you have teammates that agree and feel scared or intimidated by this coach, then no team is better than an abused team. I’d hope the parents would agree on this: we should have zero tolerance for abuse. And many coaches get away with it because the parents don’t see it, and the other coaches pretend not to see to avoid confrontation with a colleague.

There are far too many demands on you to do well with grades and everything else you have to deal with in high school. Why mess around with excess stress – it’s not why you try out for sports, is it? You join to be part of a fun experience that will challenge you and your role in supporting a team environment, and a coach is part of the team, not the angry dictator.

And by the way, it works: years ago, I was part of a management team that blacklisted 2 coaches within 4 years. Now nobody will hire them anywhere in Phoenix -- word gets around.

If you can’t play nice, you just might not get to play at all, coaches and players alike.

I’d say a solution is in sight, with either a new or improved coach, so Good Luck to you Justin!

That’s all for now. As always, Best in Health – and keep those questions coming!

Kirk Matthews is a Multiple Certified Personal Trainer and Professional Nutrition Consultant; answers may contain advice from either or both disciplines. Call: 602-616-9195. Questions: e-mail kirk. matthews@hotmail.com Visit: www.sportsclubatcitysquare.com and try before you buy! news / politics / business / opinion

Two Spirits Reclaiming an ancient culture of gender and sexual complexity

By Gina Read

I

was not raised like most of my friends. When I was very young I had the opportunity to spend a great deal of time on tribal lands in Arizona, Colorado and New Mexico when my grandparents went to visit friends. My grandmother had fallen in love with various Native American cultures when she arrived here as a child in 1910. It was a love that she passed to my uncle Jim and several of her grandchildren.

Uncle Jimmy, as I called him, was tall, had a full mustache and beard, wore cowboy boots and had a belt buckle the size of Texas. He sometimes looked like a mountain man, had a deep voice and could be very intimidating. His exploits would take thousands of pages, but for this story I can only give him a few paragraphs.

It was this gruff man that knew I was gay before I was willing to acknowledge it myself. When I was finally ready to say those words, his love for me never stopped... not even for a heartbeat. So how did he know before I did, and why was it so easy for him to accept it like you would a handshake? I believe it was because having been around so many remote Native American villages before there were paved roads, before there were cell phones and Internet, before there were Christian extremists, he was able to meet and learn from friends on the “res” who embodied what many called “two spirits.”

In his book, “Living the Spirit: A Gay American Indian Anthology,” Will Roscoe says that gays, lesbians and those who fell in between genders fulfilled a spiritual, if not sacred, purpose within specific tribes. As my uncle discovered and conveyed to me, the people he knew were not only accepted, many were the medicine men/women.

According to Rosccoe, at least 150 tribes across North America had at one point cross-gender or gay and lesbian individuals fulfilling specific duties including men fulfilling women’s roles, women fulfilling men’s roles, and importantly, those individuals

with two spirits contributing as spiritual leaders.

After Europeans landed in North America (claiming it for their own) they came into contact with these indigenous people who had complex social systems with fully developed social orders that had no resemblance to the one they knew. Women yielded some of the power in tribal governments, which was unheard of in European culture.

What was even more shocking to these first Europeans was the discovery that most of the tribes they came into contact with had multiple gender systems - that is, besides men and women there were people who occupied a social and spiritual position somewhere in between them. What was even more incomprehensible was these “in-betweens” were held in high esteem.

Those that were non-gender specific, gay or lesbian were deemed by these early explorers as, “berdache”, a derogatory term used for an enslaved male that was kept for sexual purposes in ancient Persian society. The first LGBT hate crimes in North America began in the late 1400s, and have now been documented. Despite the European mindset, for some Native American tribes the individuals who embodied more than one gender or two spirits were still held in high esteem although they were now called berdache.

In 1990, at the Third International Gathering of Native gay, lesbian and bisexual people in Winnipeg, cultural teachers shared language and information that resulted in the widely accepted term Two Spirit, which many people embraced as an alternative to ‘berdache’ and ‘gay’. After the conference the Two-Spirit movement began in which Native Americans have attempted to re-educate their own cultures as well as the larger culture that they were once a part of tradition and that they were accepted wholeheartedly. But, it has not been easy. Hate crimes against Native American LGBT individuals is proportionately high.

In the southwest many tribes continued to accept, what we would now call, their LGBT members until the arrival of the Christian extremists just a couple of decades ago.

Daniel is a young Navajo gay man who came out in his small community in northern Arizona eight years ago. When he told his parents they were afraid for him. “My parents were traditional, but the rest of community was predominantly Christian. Which translated to bigoted. I was feminine, and from the age of eleven I had been called ‘fag’ or worse.” Fearing for their son’s life, Daniel’s parents sent him to live with an aunt in Phoenix.

Once there, he began researching gays in history.

He made the startling discovery that gay people were accepted and respected in ancient society. “I had an elder I met at a conference that said ‘thirdgender’ is the Navajo term for gays and ‘fourthgender’ is the term for lesbians.”

Many of Daniel’s Navajo friends tell him that those who were gay, lesbian or gender non-specific were accepted like everyone else when they were growing up. “The smaller more remote villages were the last to denounce their Two Spirits, which makes life in a larger city safer today,” he says. Though he hopes to get married in his village one day, the Navajo Nation Council’s passage of the Dine’ Marriage Act 5 years ago, does not give Daniel hope that it will happen any time soon.

The act prohibits marriage between gays and relatives. Although former Navajo Nation President Joe Shirley Jr. vetoed the act, it was overruled.

Daniel does see hope. His parents have been going to PFLAG meetings in a nearby town to help other Native American parents realize how special all their children are. “I was blessed. My parents understood that being gay wasn’t a bad thing. They accepted me as I was. I was lucky.”

So was I. Thanks uncle Jimmy, wherever you may be. continued on next page > >

Two Spirits

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Nov. 19 at 7:30 p.m.

Heard Museum, 2301 N. Central Ave Q&A session with the film’s director, co-producer, and co-writer Lydia Nibley.

Admission is free.

Listed below are some of the individuals who have fallen victim to hate crime murder. If you know of other Native LGBTQ/Two-Spirits that were victims of hate crime murder, please contact info@nativeout.com. If you have any information on any unsolved hate crimes, please contact your local police department.

information on this murder, please call the Albuquerque

Cause of Death: Undetermined; body did show

signs of upper body trauma.

Date of Death: December 27, 2004 Source: Albuquerque Tribune, January 8, 2005

Police Dept. at (505) 843-STOP.

Ryan Shey Hoskie, 23, was found partially-undressed

block of Maple SE in Albuquerque, New Mexico at 1am on July 7, 2009. Terri is the third transgender Navajo murdered in this area since 2004. If you have any

Amy Soos

in an alley. If you have any information, please call the

Tribe: Salt River Pima/Maricopa Location: Phoenix, AZ Cause of Death: Multiple blunt force trauma Date: February 16, 2002 Source: Phoenix, Arizona police report

Albuquerque Police Dept. at (505) 843-STOP.

Frank Yazzie Fred “F.C.” Martinez, Jr.

Amy Soos lived all her life on the Salt River Pima Indian Reservation in Arizona, but often went into Phoenix in the evenings. After not returning home one such night, her body was discovered in a roadway. She died of multiple blunt force trauma. She had been beaten many other times before her death.

Tribe: Location: Cause of Death: Date of Death: Source:

Tribe: Navajo Location: Gallup, NM Cause of Death: Murdered Date of Death: July 2009 Source: Gallup Independent, July 4, 2009

Gallup Herald

Navajo Cortez, CO Bludgeoned to the head June 16, 2001 Denver Post, July 6, 2001

body. Crimestoppers is offering up to $1,000 for

On June 21, Fred Martinez, Jr., a 16-year-old, Native

information leading to an arrest. Crimestoppers in

American high school student - who described himself

Gallup can be reached at (505) 722-6161.

Frank Yazzie’s (43) torso was severed from his lower

as openly gay and “two-spirit” - was found beaten to death on June 21st. The badly decomposed body of

Alejandro Ray Lucero Tribe: Hopi Location: Phoenix, AZ Cause of Death: Death by strangulation and

blunt force trauma to the neck Date of Death: March 3, 2002 Source: Phoenix, Arizona police report 25-year-old Alejandro Lucero was found near 18th Street and Thomas Road in Phoenix.

Terri Benally Tribe: Location: Cause of Death: Date of Death: Source:

Navajo Albuquerque, NM Beaten to death July 7, 2009 Albuquerque Journal

Terri Benally, 42, was found beaten to death in the 500

16-year-old Fred Martinez Jr. was found near the sewer ponds south of Cortez by two young boys who were

Steward Bryant

playing in the area. Martinez’s body had been there

Tribe: Navajo Location: Phoenix, AZ Cause of Death: Murder June 6, 2009 Equality Arizona Blog ABC15.com

nearly a week. Autopsy results suggest Martinez had been bludgeoned. This crime was solved.

Frederick “Kelly” Watson Tribe: Location: Cause of Death: Date of Death: Source:

Navajo Albuquerque, NM Murdered June 9, 2009 Albuquerque Journal

Date of Death: Source:

Twenty-Nine year old Steward Bryant was killed at approximately 3:43AM on Saturday, June 6th at 4800 North 7th Avenue in Phoenix. He was last seen at Charlie’s Bar located at 727 West Camelback Road.

Frederick Watson, 32, was killed June 9 this year. If

Police are asking for those with any information to

you have any information on this murder, please call

call Silent Witness and are offering an award of up

the Albuquerque Police Dept. at (505) 843-STOP.

Ryan Shey Hoskie Tribe: Location:

to $1,000 for any information leading up to the arrest and/or indictment of this crime. Silent Witness can be reached at 480.948.6377 or toll free at 1.800.343.TIPS.

Navajo Albuquerque, NM

If you have any information about the Steward Bryant homicide please contact Silent Witness immediately.

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FINANCE

The retirement experience: men vs. women

By Jarrod L. Dill Do men and women see things differently?

At least on the topic of retirement, the answer may be yes. A recent study commissioned by Ameriprise Financial reveals that gender may play a significant role in how we feel about and prepare for this major life event.

According to findings from the New Retirement Mindscape IISM study, women tend to have a more positive outlook towards retirement, while men are more likely to feel financially ready for it. The study also found that the recession has impacted men and women differently, a fact that may account for dissimilarities in the way they plan and prepare for retirement. For those in a couple, these differences could cause some major bumps on the road to a shared retirement.

Financial pitfalls and stress on your relationship are just two of the potential fallouts you and your spouse or partner could encounter if you fail to communicate effectively about your plans and goals for retirement.

The Findings: Understanding the Gender Split In 2005, Ameriprise Financial commissioned the New Retirement Mindscape® study, which examined how Americans ages 40-75 view retirement. Five years later, prompted by the seismic shift in the economy, Ameriprise revisited this research to discover how the retirement landscape has changed for U.S. consumers. Findings from the New Retirement Mindscape II study demonstrate that men and women continue to approach retirement differently, and that the recession may have actually made the contrast starker.

If you tend to feel more excited about retirement than your spouse or partner (or vice versa) you’re not alone. In 2010, pre-retired women are much more likely than men to feel “enthusiastic” about retirement (74% vs. 65%). They’re

also more likely to feel “excited with anticipation” about the day they retire than men (53% vs. 38%).

Meanwhile, among retired men, fewer express that they “enjoy retirement a great deal” in 2010 (56%) than they did in 2005 (67%), while the percentage basically has held steady for retired women (57% in 2005 vs. 56% in 2010).

Why the gender enthusiasm gap? If you’ve read the newspaper recently, you might guess one possible reason: men have been hit harder by the recession. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, men account for nearly two-thirds of the jobs lost between late 2007 and December 2009*.

With such lopsided economic fallout, it’s perhaps no wonder that men report feeling less excited about retirement than women.

There’s the old joke about men being reluctant to stop and ask for directions. In fact, when it comes to financial planning, this may hold true.

Despite having been hit harder by the recession, men in general are less inclined to seek guidance from a financial advisor. Both genders are more likely to work with a financial advisor in 2010 than they were in 2005; however, women do so at a higher rate (46% vs. 38%).

What’s more, it appears that men and women may be planning for a different type of retirement.

More pre-retired men expect to work—either part-time or full-time—in retirement than preretired women (38% vs. 27%). Meanwhile, pre-retired women appear to place importance on being able to volunteer (31% vs. 22%) and spend time with family (77% vs. 68%) during retirement.

Time to Talk Retirement The study’s findings paint a complicated picture for anyone who’s planning to retire with a spouse or partner. What if you’re planning to retire next year and your mate wants to keep working for another decade? What if you envision a retirement filled with travel and your spouse or

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partner wants to stay close to home? What happens if you disagree about whether or not you can even afford to retire?

To avoid any unfortunate surprises as you approach or enter into retirement, open up the lines of communication with your spouse or partner about their hopes, fears and level of preparedness for retirement as early as possible. Discussing how you want to spend retirement is not only important from an emotional aspect, but also a financial one. Establishing your goals for the future will help you determine how much money you need to save in order to fund them.

A financial advisor can assist you with writing a financial plan that weaves together your financial objectives and your partner’s. In addition to providing a roadmap to your financial future, it can be an opportunity to learn how he or she envisions retirement. The process may be eyeopening.

Jarrod L. Dill, Financial Advisor, Amerprise Financial Services, Inc., 4835 E Cactus Rd., Suite 230 Scottsdale, AZ 85254, (602) 996-7355 x11. http://www.ameripriseadvisors.com/jarrod.l.dill.

This communication is published in the United States for residents of AZ only; and this advisor is licensed only in the state(s) of AZ, NM, NE, MO, KA & IL. The New Retirement Mindscape IISM and New Retirement Mindscape® studies were commissioned by Ameriprise Financial, Inc. and conducted by telephone by Harris Interactive in May 2010 and August 2005 among 2,007 (2010) and 2,000 (2005) U.S. adults age 40-75. The sampling error for the 2010 study is +/-2.5%. The 2005 study was conducted in conjunction with Age Wave and Ken Dychtwald, Ph.D. This information is provided for informational purposes only. The information is intended to be generic in nature and should not be applied or relied upon in any particular situation without the advice of your tax, legal and/or your financial advisor. Neither Ameriprise Financial nor its advisors or representatives provide tax or legal advice. The views expressed may not be suitable for every situation.

Brokerage, investment and financial advisory services are made available through Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA and SIPC. Some products and services may not be available in all jurisdictions or to all clients. * - Bureau of Labor Statistics, Household Data Seasonally Adjusted Averages, Q2, 2010.

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HEALTH

You are what you eat

By Dr. Damien Brandeis Food prices seem to be skyrocketing, especially if you want to buy fresh and/or organic items. I am getting more and more tempted to just go through the drive-thru for the 99 cents menu! Why shouldn’t I just do this to save the money? It doesn’t seem the food could be that bad for me. Jason I have discussed the biological benefits for fresh and organic food in more than a few past columns. This month, let’s look at this issue from the perspective of economics.

A college business major would view fast food as a process. Ray Kroc founded the McDonald’s empire over 50 years ago. He took the need to eat and created a process that sold food prepared easily, quickly, and predictably.

When we see a nationwide fast food logo, we know exactly what to expect and what our choices will be. The raw materials are processed in a factory. They arrive in a form that makes handling and production simple.

The quantity of product becomes the profit margin. Profit is the goal of the business.

Consumers think franchised chains are about food, but the real game is about profits.

Fast food profits are achieved by maintaining a favorable cost to profit ratio. One means of cutting cost is keeping the overhead low.

Let’s start with the raw materials. Some fast food chains use liver and other animal byproducts as ingredients in their burgers. These by-products are cheaper ingredients and keep the overhead low. Some purveyors add grains to their burger meat: remember hamburger helper?

(Now, please bear in mind: I haven’t yet said word one about trans-fats, partially hydrogenated oils, high sodium, lack of vitamins or the dearth of anything of nutritional substance.) Anyway-after the raw materials are chosen, the product is created to appeal to your senses. Did you know that the popcorn in movie theaters contains chemical additives designed to stimulate your nose to desire the product? My point is: if fast food is good nutrition, it’s entirely by coincidence, because that’s just not part of the business plan.

A bit of history bears out that factory food exists to improve on Mother Nature for a profit. In the 1980s, fats came under scrutiny when fat was linked to cardiovascular disease. Factory food reacted and created

nonfat food products. But if you remove a macronutrient like fat, you must substitute another--carbohydrates or protein. Of the two, protein products are generally the more expensive choice. For one, they’re often more perishable; you don’t have to refrigerate cane sugar and white flour. The obvious choice was carbohydrates. That resulted in a boom in diseases associated with elevated blood sugar and weight gain.

So now, we are all about healthier, better fats. All of this is because America decided to consume food from a factory rather than Mother Nature.

I say if it’s made in a factory throw it away. Eat as closely to Mother Nature as you can, because her business plan is nutritional value.

It’s important that we have choices. Business is down everywhere. If we only patronize a few chain restaurants, they will eventually be the only choice available. Just like any other consumer decision amplified thousands of times, they have consequences. Whether organic or fresh or whatever, if you never consume it, it will be gone. When I moved to the valley twelve years ago, organic food was primarily only available at the co-op in Tempe.

Now, even the major food stores have organic sections. Even the fast food chains are putting salads (and fresh fruit!) on their menus because they know the demand is there. They know what sells, and they understand that consumers in America have gotten the message that good nutrition makes a difference.

We are what we eat. Think about it.

Bon appétit!

Dr. Damien Brandeis, NMD has a private practice located in northwest Chandler. For more information about Dr. Brandeis and his practice, visit drbrandeis.net or call 480-855-6560.

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ETHICS

Media and ethics: an oxymoron?

By Dr. Dina Evan

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have noticed a trend over the years, namely that reporters no longer ask hard questions or seek the truth when talking to politicians. Reporters used to follow up and see if general statements a politician spouted were true or not.

For example - “75 percent of Americans agree with...” Then the reporter would find out the truth and at the end say - “We checked on Senator Blah’s statement and found that only 33 percent of Americans agree.” Reporters once kept some politicians ethical and exposed those that were not. What has happened and how do we turn back the clock.

The question of ethics in the media, political or not, is fraught with slippery slopes, and moldy wet, crevices starting with the definition of the terms. What is the difference between accountability, responsibility, liability, answerability, validity and

legitimacy? Considering at the state we are in today, it is clear that anyone with a mind to, can slither down those slopes and come up with a press line they can justify. Remember the old cigarette ad, “ Cancer maybe, but flavor, for sure!”

The problem is that people don’t take reporting, television, newspapers or advertising very seriously any more. We have glazed over from the angry rhetoric and name-calling and we purchase nearly everything knowing there’s a gimmick. Between bait and switch, puffery, exposes, telemarketers, cover-ups and the demonizing of opponents, we really don’t have any idea what truth is any more. Moreover, unfortunately, now that big business is financing our elections, we have lost all control over regulating the truth. That’s the bad news.

According to the Center for In-

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ternational Media Ethics, the challenge with ethics and the media is: “A Lack of educational opportunities for journalists; - No organizational capacity available to bring together journalists and news organizations; Lack of sufficient resources for journalists; - Plethora of written ethics codes but little actual enforcement.”

In addition, like the government, who use to work for the people, the major media, in most instances, is owned by big business.

It seems to me that the simple ethic of “tell the truth to the degree that you know it,” would be helpful.

Oops, but then, there is that other issue of whose truth is really the truth.

There is only one answer. You and I have to do due diligence, check and recheck our facts and act like adults.

For instance, we just voted for a great many judges this time around in Arizona, and how many of us, I wonder, checked out their records before checking that keep them box?

We can support consumer advocacy organizations such as Consumer Reports and make sure they stay funded. We can make sure we support local publications, like the one you are reading. We also have the Internet! We can check with watchdog sites frequently, such as Factcheck.Org, Politifact.com, TheFact-Checker.com, Snopes.com and most of the major networks have their own on-line fact checking sites such as nbc.com/fact-checkersunit/. We can also make sure that we are not sending out false information by verifying hoax info and rumors at snopes.com/, hoaxbusters.org/.

Information is incredibly powerful. Last May, according to Guardian Data Blog, Downing Street announced that journalist would have

access to government data. They promised to “unleash a tsunami of data.” I haven’t seen it yet, but they promised, “The impact on journalism is expected to be great. The Chicago-based web developer and founder of the neighborhood news site EveryBlock, Adrian Holovaty, says it’s going to be challenging but exciting for journalists. “As more governments open their data, journalists lose privileged status as gatekeepers of information – but the need for their work as curators and explainers increases. The more data that’s available in the world, the more essential it is for somebody to make sense of it.” Could that mean us?

Information is power…even when it is wrong. Once the lies and distortions are out, you can’t grab the words and stuff them back in your mouth or shove them back into the computer. So, if anyone is going to make sense of it, do some critical thinking about it, how about you and I taking that job on? In fact, let’s do it on Facebook, Twitter, Google and all the networking sites. It seems to me that if you and I take responsibility for the information we pass on and empower, we can stop blaming the media and started empowering ourselves with accurate information.

That’s the ethical thing to do, don’t you think?

Dr. Dina Evan is a licensed Marriage, Family, and Child Therapist in the State of California. She has offices in Phoenix, AZ and Los Angeles, CA. Dr. Evan has won national acclaim as a human rights advocate. She is a columnist for several newspapers and has written five best selling books. For more information you may go to DrDinaEvan.com. news / politics / business / opinion

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YOUR PETS

Pets in search

Your Pet Questions Answered

By Dr. Alicia Ruiz

of a Loving Home Located in Phoenix, Arizona Rescue is the last voice for dogs and wcats who, through no fault of their own, find themselves awaiting death at our county pounds.

Bebe Bebe is a mix of a mix of a mix! The closest breed we could come up with is a MinPin BUT she’s 27 pounds so she’s too big to be that.

Animal Control had her listed as a Shepherd Mix. What we do know for sure is that Bebe is full of love and happiness! If you look at her photos and watch her video online you will notice that she looks like she’s smiling from ear to ear! That’s Bebe all the time - happy!

This weekend I saw hundreds of people walking their dogs at the Rainbows Festival. It was 106 outside. The dogs were panting and in some cases getting sun burned. Is it okay to be walking dogs when it is that hot outside?

I have a rabbit that is almost a year old. I kept her inside the house in a cage during the summer when it got really hot. I of course let her out to play and get some attention. Will it be okay to keep her in her larger cage outside during the winter or does it get too cold here?

Extreme temperatures can be very hard on animals. Care should be taken to make sure that the dog doesn’t become dehydrated, burn its footpads, or even suffer heatstroke. At a public event there is probabaly plenty of shade and water so the chances of something serious happening are low but owners should be very careful.

At what age should you spay/neuter your dog?

A rabbit that has been housed indoors will need to acclimate to the outdoor ambient temperature.

If you wish to have the rabbit housed outdoors it should be put out before it gets very cold to allow it to grow in a coat and gradually adjust to the increasing cold tempertatures.

The rabbit should be in a shelter which allows for shade and some sun. The rabbit should be provided with a hide spot, and if the temperature drops to dangerous levels the rabbit should be brought inside.

The question of what age to spay or neuter is a good one. Animal shelters have been neutering animals at very young ages for several years now without any major health problems reported.

Some recent reports seem to suggest that altering dogs at a young age less than 6 months of age may leave the dog more susceptible to ligament damage at a later date. Most veterinarians recommend 6 months to alter, but any age past 8 weeks of age can be acceptable.

Dr. Ruiz is a Doctor of Veterinarian Medicine at Central Phoenix Animal Hospital, 602- 277-5155. Questions for Dr. Ruiz can be emailed to editor@ntouchaz.com news / politics / business / opinion

Marissa Marissa’s beautiful coloring and petite stature might give you the impression that she’s a diva.

Nothing could be further from the truth. Marissa loves to play and is very enthusiastic about whichever toy she happens to be stalking. Wave the feather wand around in the air and Marissa will leap into the air, twirling and twisting. Make the cat dancer slide around on the floor and Marissa will perform her pounce and roll move pounce on the cat dancer and then roll on top of it so the cat dancer can not escape.

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Ida’s Vendetta One-on-one with author James Livezey Kulick

By Joseph A. Gaxiola

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That’s What Christmas Means

A holiday cabaret with Jeff Kennedy Dec. 9-20 at the Herberger

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ith the holidays creeping up, we all are looking for something festive to see and do. For something a bit more adult, try stuffing you stocking with iTheatre Collaborative cabaret holiday event starting December 9 and running through December 20th at the Herberger Center in Downtown Phoenix.

For those of you who are not familiar with their Holiday Cabaret- just imagine an intimate nightclub with small, cozy little tables, a bar and some outlandish Christmas decorations; add to that a piano, six incredibly talented vocalists and an equally talented maestro, Jeff Kennedy. Fear not you adults out there. Finally, this show is a Christmas show not geared for the kiddies. There’s no Scrooge or Santa or giant nutcrackers. Called “THAT’S What Christmas Means”, the show is not so much about Christmas or Santa but the feelings and emotions and the spirit (or spirits, depending on your preference) of this time of year- and it’s nice to see something a bit more cappuccino and a little less candy syrup.

Tickets range $16 in advance and $20 at the door. For reservations and information call 602-347-1071 or go to at itheatreaz.org

Las Noches de las Luminarias 2010

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as Noches de las Luminarias, the Valley’s premier holiday event, returns for 21 nights (Dec.9-30) of musical entertainment, delicious food and of course, 8,000 hand-lit luminarias at the Desert Botanical Garden.

Eleven musical groups perform each night of Luminarias: The Bad Cactus Brass Band, Chris Burton Jacome Ensemble, The Dickens Carolers, The Hey Boys, Huney Brown, Ken Duncan, Mariachi Pasion, Scott Jeffers and Traveler, The Swingtips and Will Clipman. Luminarias would not be complete without the best of the Valley Handbell Choirs in Webster Auditorium.

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The Desert Botanical Garden is located at 1201 North Galvin Parkway, Phoenix, AZ 85008.

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ames Livezey Kulick’s favorite saying is “This is not a dress rehearsal so make your life path count.” Known by his friends at Gentle Shepherd MCC as a teller of jokes and aggressively loyal, Kulick has won numerous awards over the years for his service, dedication and writing.

Among the awards he has received are the prestigious Diamond in the Desert, Angel in Action, and an award from President Bill Clinton for “Leadership in the Advance for Change”. In November of 2009, James won the highly respected Arizona Authors award for Best Fiction for his book, “A New Dawn”.

‘N Touch – You just finished writing the sequel for “A New Dawn”, what is the name of the second book?

James Livezey Kulick – “The book is called “Ida’s Vendetta”. If you remember from the first book, Ida is the main character, Joe’s Aunt.

‘NT – When does the new book come out?

JLK – We are hoping that the new book will come out the first week of the New Year. Right now the book is at the publishers in the final editing and proof reading stages.

‘NT – What can you tell us about what happens in “Ida’s Vendetta”?

JLK - The two main themes in the next book are about gay adoptions and “La Bella Mafia”.

“La Bella Mafia” is the lesbian mafia which has been rumored about since the days after the Stonewall Riots. I was able to create a fictional story using both the La Bella Mafia and gay adoptions. The first book dealt more about the toxins within Joe’s family and friends. The second book deals with Joe becoming his own man. Ida who was the protector of Joe in the first book will become the driving force in his life.

‘NT – Will we see any new developments with Joe’s mother and aunt?

JLK – Joe’s mother is still around because of all of the psychological damage she did with Joe. Ida will let Joe become his own man and take

care of the family as well as the family’s business.

‘NT – I saw that the first book is being reprinted and under a new name.

JLK – The first book is being renamed, “A New Don”. The first title, “A New Dawn”, was too confusing for a lot of people. They thought that the book was about some new age or self help novel. This of course was not the case. With the new title,“A New Don”, it is obvious what the book is about.

‘NT – “A New Don” is also slated to become a movie. How is the experience of writing a screenplay different than writing the original book?

JLK – The movie version of the first book is still in negotiations with a couple of studios. I wrote the screenplay quickly only for the studios to pull the “hurry up and wait” on me.

Working with the movie industry you really need the patience of Job. When it came to writing the screenplay compared to the book it was harder in one way and easier in another way. Harder because I had to figure out and decide on what to keep and what to discard from the book. Easier because a screenplay is around 100 pages so I didn’t have to sit in front of the computer for weeks on end writing the screenplay.

I did learn that writing a screenplay is how to get and keep the audience’s attention with characters as well as action.

‘NT – Can you tell us about any upcoming projects?

JLK – Yes, there is a third book that I am starting to work on. The working title of this book is “Callie’s Will Be Done”. Right now all I can say is that the Rosen family is going to move out west to Arizona. I won’t tell you the reasoning for it, but there will be a big reason. news / politics / business / opinion

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he owners of The Rock have joined forces with Pandora Productions to bring something new, fresh and exciting to Phoenix. Their goal - become Arizona’s premiere alternative entertainment venue.

On Nov. 1 they rolled out the new line up of exciting entertainment that will be gracing the stage in the Showroom at The Rock.

Pandora Productions and The AZ Gender Outlaws performed two of their award winning shows, Snatch: An Act of Drag Terrorism (Winner of 2 Golden Wighead Awards) and The Follies…NOT Your Typical Drag Show (Winner of The Best Drag Show in the Phoenix New Times 2010).

The Legendary Barbra Seville is on board to join in on the madness by bringing with her The Return of Gong Karaoke on the last Monday of every month at 9 p.m. Miss Seville also premiered a brand new show she’d been working on for the first installation of Comedy on the Rocks.

Comedy on the Rocks is a show intended to help local charities get over the financial hump.

The next show scheduled is The Sic Sense Sketch Comedy Troupe on Nov. 17 at 9 p.m.

Friday Nights will never be the same as the Dancing Diva Herself, Savannah Stevens (Winner of 2 Golden Wighead Awards and AZ En-

tertainer of the Year 2009) will be premiering her New Show Scandaleyez which will feature some of Arizona’s most amazing celebrity impersonators every Friday Night at 11pm.

Then on Saturdays, The Rock welcomes several different Drag Troupes, Themed Drag Show and Pageants, which are sure to lift the spirits and get your toes to tapping. One group of note that has been blowing people away is The Rockin’ Gay Cabaret lead by the incomparable Dana Cianciotto aka Anson Reign. The show is a true NYC Style Cabaret Show which features all live singing!

Then to end the week on a high note, they have booked the multitalented John Summers (you may have seen him at My Florist Café or Four Peaks Brewery) to tickle the ivories with some Classic Jazz for Speakeasy Sundays from 1-6 p.m. He will even be bringing along his Jazz Trio from time to time as this exciting new event gains momentum featuring a free continental breakfast and $3 Mimosa’s, Bloody Mary’s and Long Islands. Now that is a great way to wind down after a long week!

So, head on over to The Rock and Experience the Alternative!

The Rock is located at 4129 N. 7th Ave. Phone: 602-248-8559

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“Musical Potpourri Concert”

An afternoon of music to benefit programs for people living with HIV/AIDS HIV and AIDS, and to provide direct, personal, volunteer-based support services for those affected by this disease, free of prejudice or proselytism.

For more information about TIHAN, please contact Scott Blades, Executive Director of TIHAN at 520-299-6647 or scott@tihan.org.

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afternoon of special music at the annual “Musical Potpourri,” a benefit concert for Tucson Interfaith HIV/ AIDS Network’s (TIHAN) programs for people living with HIV/ AIDS. The 90-minute concert will begin at 3 p.m. and features Crystal Stark of “American Idol” fame, renowned musicians Jazz All-Stars (featuring Pete Swan, Kelland Thomas, and Rob Boone) and the ever-popular Reveille Men’s Chorus.

Following the concert will be a reception where you can meet the performers.

Tickets are $10, and are available at TIHAN, Lutheran Church of the Foothills, or at the door. Tickets may also be purchased and donated

so that persons living with HIV/ AIDS may attend. Children ages 10 and under receive free admission.

“Musical Potpourri” will take place at the Lutheran Church of the Foothills, 5102 N. Craycroft Road in Tucson.

Since 1994, TIHAN has been organizing faith communities and volunteers in Tucson to respond to the HIV/AIDS health crisis with compassion and education. TIHAN is now the largest privately-funded provider of support services for people living with HIV/AIDS in the entire state of Arizona.

TIHAN’s focus is to encourage dialogue within faith communities, to address the stigma surrounding

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“Two in the Wave” begins The Loft’s “One Hit Wonders” series showcasing great new releases at special one-night-only screenings!

The French New Wave crashed onto international shores when François Truffaut’s debut feature, “The 300 Blows”, premiered at Cannes in 1959, followed quickly

by Jean-Luc Godard’s equally volcanic “Breathless”, based on a Truffaut story. The two filmmaking rebels, great friends and fellow graduates of the Cahiers du Cinema, for which both wrote extensively, hailed from different sides of the tracks: Truffaut, a poor reform school boy, and Godard, a Swiss haute-bourgeois.

Both cast actor Jean-Pierre Léaud in many of their movies (for Truffaut, as his alter-ego, Antoine Doinel) and led the passionate movement to save Henri Langlois’s job at the Cinemathèque Française in 1968. “Two in the Wave” poignantly melds revealing period footage of both men (and of Léaud, torn between fatherfigures) with thrilling scenes from some of their greatest films, as it moves inexorably toward their bit-

ter falling-out.

“Two in the Wave” shows Wednesday, Dec. 1 at 7:30 p.m.

Don’t miss the one week only engagement of the 50th Anniversary restoration of Godard’s “Breathless”, in a brand-new 35mm film print!

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What critics had to say: “CRITICS’ PICK! A powerful reminder of just how exciting their work remains.” - A.O. Scott, NEW YORK TIMES “FASCINATING! This incisive doc will prove to be catnip to film buffs. Shrewdly engineered, providing a wealth of history. Eye-opening revelations. Haunting.” – Stephen Farber, HOLLYWOOD REPORTER “CRITICS’ PICK! This offbeat doc about Godard and Truffaut’s complex relationship – as artists, critics, and friends – effectively conveys the energy of that dramatic period in pop-cultural history.” - Bilge Ibiri, NEW YORK MAGAZINE Regular admission prices.

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