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All of us at LGBT Fresno miss seeing, interacting and supporting you during this challenging time. We will resume support and social services just as soon as it is safe to do so. We are still for you via social media, email and text/phone. Several resources we hope you will utilize until physical distancing is […]
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It has been nearly three weeks since the first case of coronavirus (COVID-19) was confirmed in Fresno. Even with the shelter-in-place order in effect, the number of confirmed cases are rising. As of March 30, 2020, the Fresno County Department of Public Health has confirmed 53 positive cases (Galaviz, 2020). Health officials anticipate the number
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Peer to Peer 21+ Support GroupFirst Saturdays of each month, 4PM – 6PMFree, Monthly, No RSVP RequiredAges 21+Location: Fresno Spectrum Center, 2817 N. Blackstone Ave. Fresno, CA. 93703 LGBT Fresno’s Peer to Peer Support Group is a nonjudgmental support group for all LGBTQ community members. The group welcomes people of all genders, including cisgender, transgender, gender non-conforming,
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Most of us hope, in whatever small way, we will have contributed to a better world by the time we leave it. Before Fresno resident and human rights activist Todd N. Nelson passed away, he decided to leave a legacy for the causes he cared about most. At a time when the burden of illness would consume many,
We’re in the midst of unprecedented disruption, and there’s no guarantee that we’ll make it to the next century or even mid-century. Institutions are more fragile than we had hoped. The news cycle is a batshit 24-hour cycle of gaslighting by the president and far-right government. Objective facts and reality are questioned to the point of
Why I’m audaciously idealistic (I think) Read More »
In June 2015 The Supreme Court of the United States declared same-sex marriage legal in all 50 states. The legalization of gay marriage granted over 1100 statutory provisions to same-sex couples, many of them granting rights and privileges previously only afforded to heterosexual couples. However, the law didn’t just benefit same-sex couples who want to
Legalizing gay marriage has caused a dramatic drop in LGBT suicide rates Read More »
The Fresno Spectrum Center has Drag Bingo tickets for $10, advance sale. $15 at the door. Proceeds to benefit The Fresno Spectrum Center and Our Saviour’s Lutheran church. VIP Tables available, Brunch available for additional purchase. For details call: Fresno Spectrum Center 559-319-8471 February 1st 2020 – 11am – 3pm Our Saviour’s Lutheran Church 2101
Drag Bingo returns Feb 1st Read More »
Ellen shocked Fresno State University student Travis Morris, who recently went viral with a video of him enthusiastically playing the cymbals in his marching band. Travis talked about how he began playing the instrument, and Ellen gave him a much-needed gift.
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It can be incredibly hard to make friends, whether you’ve just moved to a new city or you are just trying to widen your circle, it’s not easy to find people who you can relate to. That’s why LGBT Fresno hosts various events throughout the year, including a game night every month for LGBT individuals
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We’d like to send our heartfelt thanks to everyone who has joined us at events throughout 2019. This fabulous group of folks joined us at our free Holiday Dinner Party this month. Won’t you join us at our upcoming events?
Thanks for a great year! Read More »
