Get Married or Renew Your Vows At Ferndale Pride, Deadline April 30
All couples will need to be registered prior to April 30, 2023
April 1 – Love Wins Wine Party at Affirmations
Celebrate the progress made by our community and the Hate Won’t Win Coalition at our annual wine party!
Hundreds Gather in Royal Oak to Support Drag Queen Story Time
When word got out on social media, those in support of the LGBTQ+ community showed up, with a lot more people, and a lot more rainbows in their signage.
March 31 – Hot Daddies Contest to Benefit Ferndale Pride
It’s time to find Ferndale Pride’s next Hot Daddy.
BOSS Interview: David Garcia of Affirmations
“One day I might be talking about something as important as eliminating conversion therapy in Michigan and the next hour I’m up on the roof looking at an HVAC system that’s about to give out,” he said.
Ferndale Pride Accepting Applications for Potential Performers
Ferndale Pride loves celebrating our incredibly talented community and invite everyone who is interested to apply.
March 31 – Hot Daddies Contest to Benefit Ferndale Pride
It’s time to find Ferndale Pride’s next Hot Daddy.
Video: MiGen Supporting LGBTQ+ Older Adults
Those stories are the reason she and others got together to form a group just to support the elders of the community.
Transgender Michigan Co-Founder Reflects on 25 Years of Activism and Inclusion
“I was waiting someone else. And then finally I thought, ‘Well if no one else is going to do it I’m going to do it.’”
Sept 17 – Transgender Health Fair at Affirmations in Ferndale
The only health fair in Michigan dedicated to the transgender community.
Affirmations: A Safe Space for Community, Services, and Support in Downtown Ferndale
“But I do need to belong. It’s important, you know, having that identity and having a place where you say, ‘These are my people, and I feel safe here.”
Aug 14 – Hazel Park Pride at Green Acres Park
The event will be held from 12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Sunday, August 14 at Green Acres Park , 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd., Hazel Park, MI 48030. The celebration is free to the public.
Berkley Overflows with LGBTQ+ Support After Councilperson Hennen’s Remarks and Vote Against Pride
Hennen did not address any of these comments, although the majority of his fellow council members voiced their support for those who spoke for the LGBTQ+ community and the Berkley Pride Block Party on June 26th.
A Perfect Day for Ferndale Pride
Totals are not in yet for this year, but with packed streets leading into sunset, groups at the event reported much success.
Ortonville Community Comes Together for Abigail’s Pride
“So seeing the rainbow flag, and seeing people come out to something like this, is how you know that you’re not alone.”
Residents Asking for Berkley Councilperson’s Resignation after Vote Against Pride Event, Remark About Sin
Jess and other LGBTQ+ members of the Berkley community, as well as straight allies, are coming together after City Councilmember Dennis Hennen cast a “no” vote to approving the Downtown Development Authority’s request to approve the Berkley Pride Picnic event on June 26.
As Holly Prepares for Second Annual Pride, Organizers Celebrate the Strides in Between
Everyone is welcome to participate in Holly Pride and Pride Night to show their support and love for those around them
June 26 – Berkley Pride Block Party
Join us in Downtown Berkley for the first annual Berkley Pride Block Party!
Video: Affirmations Director on Labels, Legislation, and LGBTQ+ Needs
The seasoned community leader spoke with Oakland County Times about what is new at Affirmations, including programs, advocacy work, and conversations happening around labels – from the “alphabet soup” to gender identity.
Village of Holly Passes LGBTQ+ Pride Month Declaration
Designating June as pride month helps substantiate the village of Holly as a community of acceptance and diversity.