As I examine my feelings from the perspective of a man twice the age of his classroom peers pledging some fraternity, or sorority, I must admit my vanity somewhat blemished towards the end of my first semester at the university (which, by the way, later conferred passing grades in both my classes: “Applied Mathematics” and [...]
Pasadena, CA, May 8, 2013: The Board of Directors of San Gabriel Valley Pride is pleased to announce that Ms. Vanessa Manjarrez, the 95th Rose Queen® of the Pasadena Tournament of Roses®, will be riding in the SGVP entry in the Long Beach LGBT Pride Parade on Sunday May 19, 2013 in downtown Long Beach. [...]
“Yes?” “Good morning, Mr. Camarrata. We apologize for disturbing you, but…” “…my clock reads almost five in the morning!” “Yes, we do apologize, but our front desk has received a phone call from someone claiming to be your attorney, in New York City? Mr. Camarrata, are you there?” “Yes.” “Would you care to take the [...]
2013 Imperial Crown Prince and known local DJ Von Jonnie was beaten on his way home last night after leaving the Mayor’s LGBT Reception, according to his Facebook updates. We contacted Von Jonnie as soon as we found out about the incident and with his permission, we share the story. “After I dropped Sabreena home on [...]
The month of May kicks off Pride Season in California and that means Long Beach Pride is around the corner. Along with many of the activities leading up to Pride Weekend the International Imperial Court of Long Beach Incorporated will be hosting the 38th Annual Mr., Miss and Ms. Long Beach Gay Pride contest on [...]
“Our menu this evening,” our diminutive waiter begins pretentiously, though in no particular foreign accent, “starts with your selection of Fresh Crab Cake Cocktail or Supreme of Grape Fruit Delores, accompanied with Celery Hearts, Crissinis, and Colossal Olives, but then followed by Creme Favorite or Strained Gumbo, Royal Miramar. For the main course, we are [...]
The Long Beach Gay and Lesbian Center is proud to present GAY GREATNESS, a multimedia presentation by Gregorio Luke, Saturday May 4, 2013 at Noon at The Art Theatre (2025 E. 4th Street, Long Beach). GAY GREATNESS will celebrate the accomplishments of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer (LGBTQ) individuals in art, history and culture. [...]
Missed the last couple episodes of Game of Thrones? No worries, Funny or Die’s Gay of Thrones is recapping the first two episodes of the new season with hilarious flamboyant hairdresser, Jonathan. Check it out! Gay of Thrones – Ep. 1 & 2 – watch more funny videos
Written by Cain Andrade Sister Spit! The title alone drew me to the MadHous on Pacific Avenue, the venue hosting the legendary literary group visiting Long Beach this weekend. I was introduced to the event by a friend and I had no expectations. What I discovered was a unique set of literary entertainers. They were [...]
Written by Michael Johnson Pride festival and parade 2013. Come May 18/19 Long Beach will break the gay barometer, times one hundred. And I hope all of you are as proud as I am to state the fact. Pride represents more than just an excuse to drink vodka tonics all day long. It is a [...]
