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January 13th, 2012

En Vogue: Same-Sex Ballroom and Latin Dance Now in San Diego

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November 22nd, 2011

Camille Bloom and the Recovery

Here for The Lavender Lens, Camille opens up about the joys and pains of being typecast as yet another “lesbian folk singer” which she most definitely is not… and a lot of inspirational and thoughtful observations on her newest album.

November 11th, 2011

Interview with an Outlaw

Pioneering LGBT journalist and activist Jeanne Córdova is back with a third book, When We Were Outlaws: a memoir of Love & Revolution. A sweeping memoir, a raw and intimate chronicle of a young activist torn between conflicting personal longings and political goals. This is a rare view of a radical lesbian activist’s life during the early struggle for gay rights, Women’s Liberation, and the New Left of the 1970s.

Bahia Resort Hotel

August 31st, 2011

Live it Up with Bruce Vilanch on Stepping Stone's 35th Anniversary Cruise

Live it up with six-time Emmy Award winner Bruce Vilanch at Stepping Stone's 35th Anniversary gala in the bay! Skimming the blue-green waters of Mission Bay with total illumination from stem to stern, the William D. Evans sternwheeler presents the perfect setting for Stepping Stone’s much anticipated signature event.

North County Coalition

August 25th, 2011

North County Coalition Presents Pride @ the Beach

The San Diego North County LGBT community is on fire! One of the most economically dominant and socially conservative regions south of LA showcases its fourth annual LGBT Pride festival on October 8 and is set to open a resource center later this year.

Hungary: Increasingly Hostile Climate for LGBT People 05.08.2012
The Budapest police has rejected a request to hold the annual LGBT pride march in July 2012
San Diego Harvey Milk Breakfast 5/25 Almost Sold Out 05.08.2012
The 4th annual Harvey Milk Diversity Breakfast will be held on Friday May 25, 2012, 7:30-9 am at the Hilton San Diego Bayfront Hotel, 1 Park Blvd. Attended by more than 1,000 people, businesses, groups and organizations, this San Diego event is the largest Harvey Milk celebration in the state of California.
European Parliament Updates "LGBT Toolkit" 05.08.2012
In recent years the European Union has taken several positive steps to protect the human rights of LGBT people in the world. The European Parliament takes stock of this progress, and suggests additional action in the coming year.
Democrats for Carl DeMaio Happy Hour March 20 03.15.2012
Come hear Carl’s platform for getting city government back on the right track, which includes a 90-page step-by-step plan for balancing the budget, reforming the pension system, fixing crumbling infrastructure, and restoring a culture of service to every level of city government.
Bonnie Dumanis Calls for San Diego Education Leadership Summit 03.15.2012
Mayoral Candidate Bonnie Dumanis last week announced plans to develop a regional Educational Leadership Summit as part of her ongoing commitment to reforming the San Diego Unified School District and implementing her ‘Framework for America’s Finest Schools.’
The Center Presents Women’s Fest 2012 03.12.2012
Women’s Fest is a day-long festival of workshops, entertainment and resources for all women and their allies. This year scheduled for Saturday, April 28, the event intends to connect women through arts, crafts, health education, and entertainment.
Should Ellen Be Fired for Being Gay? 02.01.2012
As you may have heard, last week retail giant J.C. Penney announced a new partnership with America's favorite daytime talk show host, Ellen DeGeneres. Well, the American Family Association is not having it.
The Center Receives Grant for Domestic Violence Prevention 11.11.2011
Increased awareness of partner violence within the LGBT community and the resources available to cope with the issue are at the forefront of a $25,000 grant recently awarded to the San Diego Lesbian, Gay, Transgender, and Bisexual Community Center by Verizon.
Presidential Candidate Cain Believes Homosexuality is a Choice 10.04.2011
Cain made his remarks while appearing on “The View” this morning, saying: “You show me the science that says that it's not. Could be persuaded. Right now it's my opinion against the opinion of others who feel differently. That's just a difference of opinion."
Cal. Legislature Approves Measure to Prevent Transgender Discrimination 09.11.2011
The California State Legislature today approved AB 887, a bill authored by Assemblymember Toni Atkins to strengthen state anti-discrimination laws regarding gender identity and gender expression.
8th Annual South Bay Pride Sat. Aug. 20 08.15.2011
Non-stop entertainment, plenty of parking, and no cover charge are just some of the perks this celebration in the park has to offer.
Centennial: California Women Win the Right to Vote 08.03.2011
The eyes of the nation were on California, when male voters flocked to the polls to approve women's right to vote. Results of the October 10, 1911 election showed the California Women’s Vote Amendment won by a narrow margin: 125,037 – 121,430. It was the sixth and largest state so far to approve women's suffrage in the United States. This year marks the 100th anniversary of California women winning the right to vote!
36th Annual Nicky Awards Aug. 28 07.05.2011
Nominations for the 2011 Nicky Awards are now being sought for the more than 40 categories. Anyone can nominate at www.nickyawards.com.
Number of LGBT Pride Sponsors More Than Doubled 07.05.2011
More than 50 local, national and global organizations are officially supporting this year’s San Diego LGBT Pride celebration, July 15-17.
First Military Contingent to March in San Diego Pride Parade 06.28.2011
For the first time in San Diego Pride history, a contingent of active-duty service members and veterans will march in the annual mile-long Pride parade, scheduled for 11 a.m., July 16, through the heart of Hillcrest.
Ron deHarte to Serve as International Grand Marshal for Tijuana Pride Parade 06.06.2011
Communidad Orgullo GLBT Tijuana and Greater Palm Springs Pride jointly announced that LGBT rights advocate and Executive Vice President of Palm Springs Pride Ron deHarte will be the international grand marshal of the 2011 Marcha de Orgullo GLBT Tijuana, in Tijuana, Baja California Mexico.
San Diego Pride Annouces Award Recipients 06.06.2011
Award recipients are based on their activism and support given to the LGBT community throughout the year. Awardees will be recognized at the July 14 Stonewall Rally in Balboa Park.
Same-Sex Unions Legalized in Delaware 05.14.2011
Delaware is the third state to pass a civil unions law in 2011, along with Illinois and Hawaii.
San Diego Pride Gears Up for 'Out at the Park' 04.13.2011
San Diego LGBT Pride’s upcoming ‘Out at the Park” event with the San Diego Padres is gaining community-wide momentum as several LGBT organizations and major businesses have come onboard to support the Petco Park outing, scheduled for 5:35 p.m., May 7.

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Official San Diego Pride Event: Out at the Park 5/19 05.08.2012
This year’s fun-filled event will be the largest yet! It will also be the first time the Angels play the Padres at Petco Park in interleague play. And, it is the first time baseball superstar Albert Pujols will appear in San Diego as a member of the Los Angeles Angels.
Logo Announces Nominees for 2012 "NewNowNext Awards" 03.12.2012
Winners will be revealed Monday, April 9th at 10/9C, on Logo's "NewNowNext Awards" 2012 show.
All American Gender Outlaw screening at Landmark Nov. 19 11.18.2011
Writer/director Cheri Lovedog's latest film - All American Gender Outlaw - makes its San Diego debut this Saturday at midnight at Landmark Theatre.
The Netflix of the LGBT World Launches OML+ 11.11.2011
Moving OML toward becoming the Netflix, Hulu, iTunes and Amazon of the lesbian world, founder and CEO Shirin Papillon has kicked-off a new division to bring new non-pornographic films and other specialty entertainment to LGBT audiences around the world via digital platforms.

New Book Addresses Unique Experiences by Black Lesbians 08.03.2011
Pre-Show Interview with Poppy Champlin 07.07.2011
Britney Spears Biography Comic Book in Stores 05.14.2011

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Miracle Makeover: Be Your Own Cheerleader 04.25.2011
After two weeks of post-workday-studying and one particular mind-numbing GRE study session, I have a complete meltdown. After, I lay numbly on the couch. Visions of advanced algebra, quadrilaterals and vocabulary words dance through my head.
Out of the Box 03.21.2011
I need help fast!
Miracle Makeover 02.13.2011
As I try to wrap my head around everything I just lost on my Mac, it occurs to me that apparently you really can dump everything from the past and start over. Just like that.
A Note On My Naked Body 01.08.2011
I have never had so much of an issue with my body as I have when it comes to sex. I think at some point G-d decided to have a massive laugh by pairing one of the most pleasurable instances of human existence with one of the most awkward, unnerving and baring requirements.

Miracle Makeover: Self Improvement Through Insight and Action 12.22.2010
Out of the Box 12.06.2010
Nested Lez: What a Crazy Ride It's Been 12.03.2010
Utah Study: More than 3,800 Same-Sex Couples 12.02.2010

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Study Offers New Clues into the Addicted Brain 11.11.2011
What drives addicts to repeatedly choose drugs, alcohol, cigarettes, overeating, gambling or kleptomania, despite the risks involved?
Research Advances in the Treatment and Management of Lupus 04.22.2011
Did you know that 9 out of 10 people who have lupus are women? And lupus is most common in women of childbearing age. May is Lupus Awareness Month. In conjunction with nationwide awareness efforts, the San Diego based Lupus Foundation of Southern California presents a special opportunity to hear encouraging news from a person in the know about lupus research.
Ready to Talk to Your Teen About Alcohol? 03.05.2011
A free handbook to help parents learn how to talk with their teens about alcohol is being offered by the American College of Emergency Physicians and Mothers Against Drunk Driving.
FDA Approves First 3D Mammogram Device 02.13.2011
The Selenia Dimensions System, an upgrade to Massachusetts-based Hologic Inc.'s FDA-approved two-dimensional system, can provide 2-D and 3-D X-ray images of the breasts. The 3-D images may help physicians more accurately detect and diagnose breast cancer, the FDA said in a news release.

The Pumpkin and Your Health 11.08.2010
Stop Smoking with Acupuncture 09.17.2010
Ethicists Charge Doctor With Trying to Prevent Homosexuality in the Womb 09.02.2010

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A Reflection on the Passing of Barbara Grier 11.15.2011
In these times of The L Word and The Kids Are All Right, it may be difficult to imagine that not too long ago lesbians were all but invisible in literature and popular culture.
Carolyn Returns from Africa 03.10.2011
Many people dream of taking a leap and making a difference in the world. Sadly, for most, it remains just a dream. But there are the golden few who make that dream a reality!
Libya and Imperialism 02.26.2011
Progressive people are in sympathy with what they see as a popular movement in Libya. We can help such a movement most by supporting its just demands while rejecting imperialist intervention, in whatever form it may take. It is the people of Libya who must decide their future.
The Ten Lies about the GLBT Community Told by Conservative Hate Groups 01.07.2011
Deceit and hatred wrapped in a lovely robe and carrying a Holy Text is a horrible, blasphemous offense.