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August 2013

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Our vision and mission is to provide timely information and events to the entire Southern Illinois Region. We seek to be a voice for those who are traditionally not heard. (READ MORE) Southern Illinois Pride History (READ MORE)

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Contributors: Mickey Johnson (Carbondale) History & Southern Illinois News Tess Farnham (Belleville) Liberal Arts & Education Susan Spit-Fire Lively (Belleville)

Performing Arts & Spoken Word Aaron Phillip Ruiz (Swansea) Autumn Pickard (St. Louis) Special Features from Daniel McCree (1979-2007)

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INTRODUCTION MetroEast NEWS, “We seek to be a voice for those who traditionally are not heard.”

What Happened to the Summer!

As the month of August rounds the corner and careens us into the fall, we get to take in all that the past few months have brought to our community, and the slower days and evenings of summer remind us to simply “Bee” as we pause to remember all our community has accomplished in recent times. It gives us a brief respite before we collect ourselves and March forward to face the challenges ahead. First I want to say congratulations for the leadership of Metro East Pride 2013, who faced challenges head on and showed everyone a fantastic festival despite the monsoon which caused an early wrap-up of this summers festival.

Nonetheless, I consider 2013 a great success and another fine example of how the Metro East LGBT community pulls together in tough times. Every festival over the past 6 years has been a shining example of a community that takes care of one another and reminds everyone what it’s all about. You set the stage for the largest Pride St. Louis in history and lead by example when many were in fear of changes in venue and spirit. I think everyone would agree with me to say that the summer was a festival season to remember.

On a less enthusiastic note, Carbondale also faced the closing of its only gay bar and drag venue.

Thanks to all those who gave the Club Traz/ Two Thirteen bar its years of service and smiles. I understand that at this point the community there too shall not be without a venue for much longer as efforts are underway to begin anew with a new venue and bar willing to devote Sunday’s to the art of impersonation. In the meantime, set your sights on some fantastic Pagentry with the Miss Gay Illinois America 2013 contestants who are converging on the Ramada Inn- Fairview Heights in just a few days! And while you have your calendar out--- save the date in October to MARCH FOR EQUALITY in Springfield.

The Daniel McCree Foundation advocates for Suicide Prevention as well as outreach in the areas of HIV/AIDS awareness. We are seeking interested persons in serving the foundation, and work actively in the community of St. Louis, for the empowerment of all people. There were several causes, and organizations Daniel was active with, and the Daniel McCree Foundation, continues to work with these organizations in his honor.

Sincerely,

Colby Kluthe

WHY DID WE TAKE A FEW MONTHS OFF? For the first time in 6 years we did not publish for nearly four months. There were a few reasons that I decided to take a break and let others in the community shine as they should. MetroEast NEWS was publishes as a courtesy to residents of Southern Illinois and does not create any significant revenue. Our vision has always been to give voice to those items that may be overlooked or not covered anywhere else. Our foundation’s primary focus is on Suicide Prevention and in April of this year, I lost my father to suicide and somewhat lost the drive to speak for a time. Indeed the second Daniel in my life, also lost too soon.

The second reason, was to allow publications such as VITAL VOICE to have their proper place during the pride season, as the official publication of Prides on both sides of the river. And to allow the hard working board and volunteers at Metro East Pride the opportunity to do what they do without having anything distracting the community from the importance of UNITY for everyone that calls Southern Illinois home. They work all year long to put together one day for everyone to enjoy, and I did not want to detract from that effort in any way. The final reason I declare is that my work on other projects as a resident of Joplin, MO did not lend me the time to aggregate all the information that it takes to put together the publication each month.

As we move forward, I welcome anyone who would be 1 Ryder Sweet at THE LAST DANCE ( TwoThirteen interested in becoming a contributor or photographer of news Carbondale) and events specific to the Metro East Region. It is an outreach I still feel needs fulfilled and frankly if we don’t continue in some fashion it shall perhaps leave many events and conversations unsaid. I think my dear friend Daniel McCree would say “if a drum is all you have… you beat that drum until someone listens” So the beat goes on. I personally thank all the organizations that have sponsored the publication over the years, and know that as the editor I receive as much grace as this little project gives out. I am forever fond of the Southern Illinois Community and all that it has to offer and continues to provide to anyone fortunate enough to live there. So look thru this issue and keep an eye out for issues that are certain to continue as long as I have the calling to do so. And again THANK YOU!

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The Daniel McCree Foundation wishes to thank the 2012-2013 Metro East Pride Board and Volunteers who worked so hard to ensure the tradition continues in Belleville. While the weather did not cooperate, it again showed the region what UNITY in Community is all about. Many hands working together and pulling together, regardless of the challenges we as a community face. In the spirit that is Daniel McCree, we all thank you for your service and look forward to a great festival again next year!

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Trivia & Silent Auction to benefit William "Bill" Gromer August 22 8/12/2013 July 1, 2013, long-time Belleville resident, former teacher, and dedicated community member Bill Gromer lost everything in a fire that gutted his home.

Bill, who has been there over the years to help so many, now needs our help as he starts over.

Please join us Thursday 8/22/13 at 7 PM at Pitcher's Sports Pub & Pizzeria for a Trivia Night & Silent Auction with all proceeds going directly to benefit Bill as he rebuilds in his new rental home.

Buy in per seat is only a $10 donation, and lots of amazing, fun, funky, and cool items have been donated both as prizes and for the Silent Auction including a one-night stay at the Benton Park Inn Bed & Breakfast, a one-of-a-kind drawing by award-winning local artist Kathy Gomric, Grizzlies baseball tickets, and so much more!

Trivia & Silent Auction to benefit William "Bill" Gromer August 22 at 7:00pm Pitchers Sports Pub in Belleville, Illinois

Racial Justice Community Coalition August 22 at 7:00pm (CARBONDALE) Church of the Good Shepherd created an event.

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August 22 at 7:00pm Church of the Good Shepherd

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About LGBT Counseling St. Louis LGBT Counseling St. Louis strictly adheres to the primary mision of the social work profession which is to "enhance human wellbeing and help meet the basic human needs of all people, with particular attention to the needs and empowerment of people who are vulnerable, oppressed, and living in poverty," LGBT Counseling St. Louis & Equality Illinois are proud sponsors of MetroEast NEWS

FREE INTRODUCTORY SESSION We are offering a FREE 30-minute initial session all year!

If: 1) you've never been to counseling and want to see what it's all about 2) you've wanted to return to counseling but don't know where to begin looking for a therapist or 3) something is keeping you from moving forward with short or long-term goals

Authenticating your relationship. Protecting your family.

Sivia Business & Legal Services gives you the personal attention that your relationship needs. We offer personalized service for you, your family, your relationship and your business.

We assist you with the unique barriers that same-sex couples face in several areas. We assist our clients in estate planning and power of attorney matters to give each partner more rights in the even of tragedy. We also handle family law issues -- dissolution of relationship, adoption, custody actions, and name change petitions. We also assist clients with cohabitation agreements and contracts to outline the legal obligation of each partner in the relationship.

Committed to the Community Sivia Business & Legal Services, P.C. started in June 2006 when the founder, Todd Sivia, decided that his clients desired an attorney that is not only committed to the practice of law, but also committed to the community. Mr. Sivia created a firm to serve businesses and family in a variety of areas of law, focusing on asset protection.

Since then, the firm has grown, not only in size, but as a member of the community. Our staff is active in the Ed/Glen Chamber of Commerce, SCORE (Counselors to America's Small Business), Rotary, and a variety of community projcts and organizations in and around Edwardsville, Glen Carbon and Alton, Illinois. Mr. Sivia is a member of the Metro East Landlord Association and Metro East Real Estate & Investors Association. The attorneys also stay up-to-date on the law through a variety of legal associations such as the Illinois, Missouri, and Madison County Bar Associations, and Illinois Real Estate Lawyers Association.

We'll listen for your needs and give you the best counsel to meet them.

Todd Sivia, Attorney-At-Law Mr. Sivia maintains a significant asset protection practice. He assists his clients in their estate planning and general business needs, including drafting wills and trusts, representing clients in multiple matters.

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The Southern Illinois Roller Girls (AKA SO ILL Roller Girls, AKA SIRG) is the only women's roller derby team in Southern Illinois and competes at The Pavilion in Marion.

The league was founded in June 2009 by a group of women from the area and So Ill Roller Girls had their first public scrimmage in December 2009, and their first official home bout in April 2010. It was accepted into the Women's Flat Track Derby Association Apprentice Program in January 2011, and became a full member of the WFTDA in January 2012.

The Roller Girls currently play at The Pavilion of the City of Marion, located at 1602 Sioux Drive, Marion, IL. Their regular bouting season runs from March until November.

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NIGHTLIFE IN SOUTHERN ILLINOIS BUBBY & SISSY's (ALTON)

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Club Escapade (BELLEVILLE) 133 W. Main 62220 “The Home of Metro East Pride”

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Atomic Cowboy - 4140 Manchester

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Korners - 7109 S. Broadway, St. Attitudes - 4100 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110

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Martha’s Vineyard – 219 W. Olive, Bad Dog Bar & Grill - 3960

Hamburger Mary’s 3037 Olive St.

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Choteau Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110

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Bastille Soulard - 1027 Russell

Independence Place - 5 S.

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Henderson St., Cape Girardeau, MO 63703

Missie B's - 805 W. 39th, Kansas City,

Meyer’s Grove – 4510 Manchester Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63104

Big Moe’s – 1042 Tower Grove , St. Louis, MO 63110

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JJ's Clubhouse - 3858 Market St., St. Louis, MO 63110

Bubby & Sissy's - 602 Belle St., Alton, IL 62002

Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110

Just John's - 4112 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110

Boxers N Briefs - 55 Four Corners Lane, Centreville, IL 62206

Novak's Bar & Grill - 4121 Premium Lounge - 4199 Manchester Ave., St. Louis, MO 63110

Club Escapade - 133 W. Main St., Belleville, IL 62220

Clementine's - 2001 Menard St., St. Louis, MO 63104

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SEVEN RESTURANT AND LOUNGE 7 S. High Street, Belleville,IL 62220

Irenes Cabaret – 124 North 5th Street Quincy, IL 62301

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Rehab Bar & Grill - 4054 Chouteau Ave.

SKYBAR (Carbondale) SIUC Campus Arena

UNSUNG HEROES Barbara Hunter

Q&A: Alliance for Gender and Sexual Diversity (SWIC) (A Student Lead Organization for Equality and Diversity in BELLEVILLE)

Q&A: Alliance for Gender and Sexual Diversity (SWIC)

Barbara Hunter is this month’s “unsung hero” for her many years as the faculty advisor and Safe-Zone coordinator at Southwestern Illinois College Campus in Belleville.

Chances are if you are an LGBT student or ally in Belleville or have attended SWIC in the past few years, Barbara is no stranger. She is the continuity year after year for the Q&A Alliance group which has been growing and offering a safe space for LGBT students and allies for the past 5 years.

Together with the student lead and developed programs, Barbara serves alongside students as they organize campus events, and community outreach projects throughout the school year. Q&A Alliance is a strong community group, that Belleville and others in the community may not be aware of, but rest assured they can be counted on to participation in World AIDS Day events, National Coming Out Day, as well as a first line of defense in Suicide prevention and peer-counseling and support for any youth in the Metro East Region.

We are proud to have such devoted people to shine a spotlight on, and Barb Hunter is long overdue for a little bit of recognition and kudos for her hard work and accolades for the accomplishments she has been a part of over the past few years. So from MetroEast NEWS, Students and Alumni as well as everyone who call SWIC home…

THANK YOU! Q&A Students at Pride St. Louis 2013 -

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Join Gateway M.C. for the 30th anniversary of one of the longest running leather contests anywhere. It's an entire weekend of leather with out of town folks from all over converging on St. Louis for the festivities.

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Gateway MC promotes brotherhood among its members and members of the Levi/leather community by engaging in a variety of activities. Each month Gateway has a business meeting in a bar, at a park, or at members' homes.

For over twenty years we have hosted our annual Mr. Missouri Leather contest, the winner of which competes at IML. We have also hosted Fantasy and Drummer contests. The winner of our first Drummer contest, Woody Bebout, went on to become International Mr. Drummer.

We host a large anniversary run each October, welcoming 100 to 200 guests. We are known for the variety of our run activities and our original shows. We also attend runs hosted by other Levi/leather clubs, strengthening the bonds of brotherhood in the Midwest and across the country.

At our run, our leather contests, and some of our other events, we raise money for a variety of AIDS service organizations in the St. Louis area, including The St. Louis Effort for AIDS, Doorways Interfaith Residence, and Food Outreach.

We raise money for our club and promote brotherhood by hosting club nights at our home bar and at bars in other cities. Since coming to JJs we have hosted some three-way club nights with the Show-Me Bears and Blue Max CC. We also welcome out-of-town clubs to host club nights at our home bar. In the last few years we have raised additional funds by cooking and serving spaghetti dinners throughout the year.

We engage in other events, such as our annual Weenie Roast camp-out weekend with the other St. Louis clubs, and bar social nights just for the fun of it.

Occasionally, we publish a newsletter called "The Gear," which is sent to all members and associates, and to other clubs around the country.

Although members may have a variety of interests and engage in a variety of activities, Gateway MC is not a sex club, an S&M club, or a fetish club, nor does it promote specific political philosophies.

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The PFLAG meetings are held at St. Paul United Church of Christ, a church with a progressive theology, the first Thursday of each month at 6:30 p.m. While the address of the church is 115 West B Street, the entry to the meeting area is from the C street side of the building; see the access instructions below. For those who are less familar will Belleville the following link will open a Google map locating St. Paul. You can click on get directions on the left side of the map to get driving directions to St. Paul.

The PFLAG- BELLEVILLE Chapter is the only PFLAG organization in southern Illinois and serves the Metro East Region of St. Louis.

StLouis-Gay Men's Social-Group At our Thursday meeting this week, a representative from PFLAG (Parents and Friends of Lesbians And Gays) will be our special guest speaker.

We will learn what PFLAG does and what services they have to offer. Come hear this presentation so you can be aware of how PFLAG might be of assistance to yourself or someone you may know.

Also, think of any friends you may have who would benefit from knowing more about PFLAG and bring them with you!

Chef Tyger is preparing Sloppy Joes for us this week.

We look forward to seeing everyone there!

6:45 - 7:15 - Meal and Mingle 7:15 - 7:30 - Announcements 7:30 - 7:45 - Guest Speaker / PFLAG 26

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Rainbow Cafe LGBT Youth Center The Southern IL AIDS Candlelight Memorial & Mobilization Service will be held on Sunday, April 28 at 6:30pm at the Church of the Good Shepherd United Church of Christ, 515 S. Orchard Drive, Carbondale. Father Joseph Brown is the guest speaker, and a reception will follow the service. A collection will be taken at the service to benefit the Southern IL AIDS Holiday Project.

Oct. 22 - let's March on Springfield!

MetroEast Pride Marriage Equality Bill being brought up during Veto Session,

Oct. 22 - let's March on Springfield! http://www.marchonspringfield.org/index.php

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Notable Passages Danl Voigt (August 14, 2013) Longtime St. Louis resident and community member shall be missed by many who had the pleasure of knowing him. As a former member of the Knights of Pythias I the 1990’s, Danl was known throughout the community both personally and professionally. Funeral arrangement details are not yet available.

4th Annual Trans* Family Picnic - St Louis September 22 at 12:00pm Tower Grove Park in Saint Louis, Missouri This years picnic is dedicated to the memory Blue Fairchild and the work she did to bring the Trans Community back together. The picnic will stand as an effort to continue that work.

All are welcome, bring your children, this a family event. Bring a side dish, a beverage and a chair ... Park Rules: No glass containers, all pets must be on leashes.

Shane Fairchild-August 12 Today it has been four months since the Love of my Life went away....Baby I miss you so much.....when you passed you took half of my heart with you to Heaven and the other half is so broken. — with Blue Fairchild.

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2013 Home Season: February 9th

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June 8th vs Illinois Valley Vixens

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Oct 5th: Lafayette Brawlin Dolls

Oct 19th: Demolition City Roller Derby

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Thursday, August 15, 2013

Thoughts from a Mouthy Saint- "Today I Will Remember to Keep My Word" By-Colby Kluthe, MetroEast NEWS About a decade ago, I was living in Las Vegas, Nevada and one advantage of the locale was that I met my partner of nearly ten years Chad and his long-time friend Jan, who recently passed away. When I met them they spent Tuesday evenings at "A place for Miracles", the home office of spiritual guru Bijan, who has many books and seminars he offers as he travels the world teaching the concept of effortless prosperity. While Bijan makes his money by traveling, those who live locally can participate at no cost as he offered groups at his Nevada facility. I was blessed to join Chad and Jan in this Tuesday tradition for several months.

Effortless Prosperity (EP) is the idea that we already have all that we need, and we simply must call it into existence and claim it in order to share our blessings with others. Learning to practice EP is as simple as taking a moment each day to meditate and remember that fear is simply an illusion and has no place is our lives if we dare to let go of its control over our day to day emotions.

A different meditation for 30 days repeats itself over and over, and is available to anyone who wishes to bring the EP lifestyle into their own spiritual existence. Each of the thirty meditations always ends with one simple theme... "Today I will Remember to Keep My Word". Its a simple phrase that at times can clearly present a challenge to live up to. However It has provided me a guiding light for many years in determining how I lead my own life, and choose others to share my life with. Daniel rephrased the concept as "True Bees", which you may have heard me refer to before. It means simply I choose those whom I surround myself with and I choose ONLY those who strive to do what they say, and live daily by at least attempting to live up to promises made and promises kept. Leaving alone the 30 day meditations, the shared concept of keeping one's word is enough to start with, and will undoubtedly change your life when you begin to live in such a way. I watch what I say, and I remember to do whatever I have said I will do. And often enough, as life is, I fall short of the mark, and find myself in situations that serve to remind me to get back to this simple concept. Whenever I do manage to keep my word, blessings seem to fall from every direction and when I fail to keep my word, my climb seems to steepen and the distance gets longer.

In short, the secret to the spiritual life of "The Mouthy Saint" - a simple promise and goal.

"Today I will remember to keep my word".

It guides me and shows me very clearly those in my life are good for me and those I need to let follow a different path. I challenge you for the remainder of summer to simply remember this one concept, and see for yourself how it has the power to transform both you and those around you.

Blessings are bountyful, if we have the courage to claim them. They will be there waiting for us to accept.

-Peace & Love.... Colby "Today I will Remember to Keep My Word"

St. Louis Activist Hub: 2013 St. Louis Walk for Farm Animals St. Louis Activist Hub: 2013 St. Louis Walk for Farm Animals: Farm Sanctuary is a great organization that spreads a message of compassion for all, and provides homes to animals who have been abused.

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August 23 at 7:00pm until August 25 at 12:00am

Tickets can be purchased at www.missgayillinois.com Friday Night tickets are $ 10.00 Saturday night Tickets $15.00 General seating & $25.00 VIP Seating (limited number) GET YOUR TICKETS EARLY...

Ramada 6900 N Illinois St, Fairview Heights, Illinois 62208 For more information please see Chad Johnson, Curt Godier or Dayonna Hilton

FORMER MGIA & ALTERNATES May 16, 2012 at 5:45pm

2012: DAYON NA HILTON; (Alt: Diva DeParis) 2011: ADRIA ANDREWS; (Alt: Kirsten Dubo) 2010: TABITHA GISELLE SEXTON; (Alt: Dymond Champagne Calloway) 2009: MARIAH CANDY; (Alt: Dymond Champagne Calloway) 2002: ANITA MANN; (Alt: Sin-o-men St. James) 1995: LUSCIOUS KNIGHT; (Alt: Tina Renee) 1994: MONIQUE MONTANE; (Alt: Fonda Coxx) 1993: ANITA MANN: (Alt: Clarissa Cavalier) 1992: ANASTACIA TRESDONNE; (Alt: Anita Mann) 36

1991: KRYSTAL KNIGHT 1991: JODIE SANTANA; (Alt: Krystal Knight) 1990: CHARITY CASE [MGA 2001]; (Alt Christi Cole) 1986: GEORGIA BROWN 1985: UNKNOWN; (Alt: Christi Cole) 1983: GEORGIA BROWN; (Alt: Candi Stratton) 198?: BOBBIE HOLIDAY 1981: VANESSA VINCENT; (Alt: Christi Cole) 1980: CHRISTI COLE 1979: ANDREA NICOLE 1977: DONNA DRAG 1976: CANDY JAMES 1975: MISS PEACHES; (Alt: Gyspy Lee) 1974: LANA KUNTZ; (Alt: Miss Terry) 1973: LADY BARONESSA [MGA 1974]

Confluence Crush Roller Derby August 17th (GRANITE CITY) CCRD Washers Tournament Saturday at 12:00pm

Saturday, August 17th - Registration at 12 p.m. & Tournament begins at 1 p.m.

Where: River's Edge Sports Bar and Grill 100 Niedringhaus Ave, Granite City, IL 62040 Double Elimination Tournament $30 per TEAM (2 person teams) Cash prize for 1st place.

Prize packs are also available for 2nd and 3rd place teams.

If you would like to preregister please email info@confluencecrush.com for a PayPal invoice.

Preregistration ends on Wednesday, August 14, 2013.

During the tournament CCRD will be holding raffles for awesome prizes and CCRD items.

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MetroEast NEWS is produced by the Daniel McCree Foundation, an Illinois Charitable Trust Managing Editor: Colby Kluthe Emily Smith, St. Louis Regional Director Daniel McCree Foundation Contributing Writers: Mickey Johnson (Carbondale) History & Southern Illinois News Tess Farnham (Belleville) Liberal Arts & Education Susan Spit-Fire Lively (East St. Louis/ Belleville) Aaron Phillip Ruiz (Swansea) Autumn Pickard (St. Louis) Graphics Editor: Jason Brooks

A sincere Thanks to Each and Everyone for your support!

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The 2014 festival is certain to be the best one yet! And affordable for any local business or organization to participate in. Contact METRO EAST PRIDE and become a part of this great festival. It is only with the support of our local business and community that the festival continues into its 6th year. Congratulations to the 2012-2013 board of directors for planning such a great event!

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