Charlotte is called ‘The Queen City.’ Why?
Charlotte was once a place that required a resident to follow the name of the city with the words North Carolina if you wanted people to know where and what you were referring to. Not anymore. Now the city is a sprawling behemoth covering over 320 square miles with a population in the city proper…
PowerHouse Charlotte to close at end of September after 16 years of HIV support
After more than 16 years of providing free HIV and STD screenings, prevention services,…
Log Cabin Republicans drop the ‘T’
Log Cabin Republicans. For some, that’s been an oxymoron, a contradiction in terms, like…
Out in Print: ‘Finding Renée Richards: The Ground-Breaking Story of Tennis’s Trans Pioneer’
Come on in, the water’s fine. Wade into it up to your ankles, your…
Out on Film: ‘The Invite’
Opening with a quote about marriage from Oscar Wilde and ending with a dedication…
Rep. Nancy Mace (R-SC) and her painful tattoos
According to an essay in Stories & Ink by Adam Jolley, the pain experienced…
community
Gay or Queer: an old debate revived
“I’m Gay, Not Queer. It Matters.” That was the June 30 title of a New York Times essay written by young, self-identified Christian author Matthew Vines. Vines became a darling of gay Christians in 2015 with the publication of his book, “God and the Gay Christian” argued in his NYT piece that the rise in…
pride
Charlotte Pride creates huge boost to city’s economy
Charlotte’s annual Pride festival and parade has evolved into one of the Queen City’s largest tourism events, generating major bank in economic activity while filling hotels, restaurants and businesses across Uptown. Held August 15 –16, Pride has grown from meager beginnings into a two-day celebration that attracts tens of thousands of visitors from across the…
arts & culture
Full color finale: August events across the Carolinas
August is busy with events for LGBTQ+ communities across the Carolinas. Charlotte Pride returns with its annual festival and parade, while organizations throughout North and South Carolina continue celebrating the season with theater, concerts, drag performances, community fundraisers, networking events, sporting events and opportunities to give back. Whether you’re looking for a Pride celebration, a…
community
LGBTQ+ youth organizations and support in the Carolinas
Every LGBTQ+ young person deserves access to affirming spaces where they can find support, build community and be themselves. This guide highlights some of the organizations, community centers and PFLAG chapters serving LGBTQ+ youth and families in North and South Carolina. Whether you’re looking for a support group, mental health resources or family support, these…
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