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Tag Archives: gay

Get Married or Renew Your Vows At Ferndale Pride, Deadline April 30

Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 25, 2023

All couples will need to be registered prior to April 30, 2023

April 1 – Love Wins Wine Party at Affirmations

Berkley, Events, Events, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 16, 2023

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

Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 11, 2023

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

Events, Ferndale, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMarch 2, 2023

It’s time to find Ferndale Pride’s next Hot Daddy.

BOSS Interview: David Garcia of Affirmations

Berkley, Clubs/Orgs, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Huntington Woods, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Pleasant Ridge, Royal Oak, Secrets to Success, Slide, Southfield, TroyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 26, 2023

“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

Events, Events, Ferndale, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 19, 2023

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

Events, Ferndale, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 3, 2023

It’s time to find Ferndale Pride’s next Hot Daddy.

Video: MiGen Supporting LGBTQ+ Older Adults

Ferndale, Pleasant Ridge, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJanuary 31, 2023

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

Clubs/Orgs, Ferndale, Hazel Park, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherDecember 23, 2022

“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

Events, Events, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherSeptember 8, 2022

The only health fair in Michigan dedicated to the transgender community.

Affirmations: A Safe Space for Community, Services, and Support in Downtown Ferndale

Clubs/Orgs, Ferndale, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 8, 2022

“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

All Stories, Events, Events, Hazel Park, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherAugust 2, 2022

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

All Stories, Berkley, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 21, 2022

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

All Stories, Events, Ferndale, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 12, 2022

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

All Stories, Brandon Twp / Ortonville, Clarkston/Independence Twp., Groveland Twp., Holly, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 11, 2022

“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

All Stories, Berkley, SlideBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherJune 9, 2022

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     

All Stories, Holly, Rose Township, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 31, 2022

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

All Stories, Berkley, Events, Slide, UncategorizedBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherMay 27, 2022

Join us in Downtown Berkley for the first annual Berkley Pride Block Party!

Video: Affirmations Director on Labels, Legislation, and LGBTQ+ Needs

All Stories, Ferndale, Hazel Park, Madison Hts., Oak Park, Royal OakBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 24, 2022

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

All Stories, HollyBy Crystal Proxmire, Editor and PublisherFebruary 16, 2022

Designating June as pride month helps substantiate the village of Holly as a community of acceptance and diversity.

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