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Stigma – Yes, it’s still around

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines stigma as “a set of negative and often unfair beliefs that a society or group of people have about something; archaic: a scar left by a hot iron: brand – a mark of shame or discredit: stain: an identifying mark or characteristic; a specific diagnostic sign of a disease.” In the […]

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Suds and politics

If you ever wonder what America is thinking, I’ve found a great barometer of political pinion: laundromats. Our dryer broke recently, so there have been multiple weekly trips to the neighborhood laundry until it can get fixed. And while waiting, usually on Sunday, usually while reading the Sunday New York Times, there have been multiple

I survived a Trump rally!

I have been watching Donald Trump’s campaign with a sort of morbid curiosity for the last few months.It feels almost surreal to me that the reality TV star could actually end up winning the White House, but he is certainly closer than any other Republican running for the Oval Office. Recently I became aware of

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Pecs and the City

Nothing is more exciting than cleaning out your basement, right? So many boxes full of things that make you say: “why the hell did I even buy this?” Clothes that are too small, Jackie Collins novels that once held your interest, and tattered stuffed animals worn smooth from childish affection. It was during such a

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The Ministry of Leather

Recently, I’ve had the opportunity to chat up a few men who are not involved directly in the Leather/Kink community. Granted, the reasons for our interactions weren’t necessarily to talk. However, more and more, I’m finding that my quest for carnal satisfaction involves more than just the need for physical gratification.  I find that sexual

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Fresno Rainbow Pride Parade & Festival

Fresno’s 26th annual LGBT Pride Parade and FestivalSaturday, June 4th10am Parade – 11am Festival   This isn’t just a Fresno Pride event it regional and the only Pride event that in the Valley that includes a parade! Up to 5,000 people will attend the parade, parade begins at 10 am and the route is east bound

The Phoenix closes its doors

From their website: But… Why? We posted this to our Facebook page on March 29, 2016 after escrow had been opened to sell the bar. “A little more than a year ago, Karl, one of the owners of The Phoenix, was crossing a street and was hit by a car. The impact broke his pelvis

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Pecs and the City

“In the age we live in, every flaw and misstep is recorded on film or video, then spilled like red ink over the Internet and discussed ad nauseam, until even the photographic evidence comes into question. Whether it’s a grainy, night-vision sex tape, a DUI mug shot or a fashion blunder that results in exposing

Reel Pride Announces Leadership for 2016 Film Festival

 REEL PRIDE ANNOUNCES LEADERSHIP FOR 2016 FILM FESTIVAL Every year, it is our goal to bring a wide array of LGBTQ cinema and entertainment home to the Central Valley.  We are pleased to announce our leadership for the upcoming year, including: Kathleen Arambula-Reyna Board President & Festival Director Peter Robertson Co-Founder & Director of Reel

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At Your Service: A Rainbow Event & Wedding Expo

Join us for a Rainbow Event and Wedding Expo!  We will be offering event and wedding planning information and showcasing inclusive vendors to the LGBT community. There will be a human and dog fashion show, and the 40-50 vendors will offer services for people planning any type of event! Tickets are $10 in advance, or