Bullied Student Takes Hazel Park Pride Celebration to Heart
In addition to helping visitors look fabulous, Hazel Park Pride offered resources to the community.
Transgender Helpline Offers Support, Information, and Kindness
Crandall Crocker said TGMI receives about 75 calls per month, ranging from those seeking advice to…
Affirmations Prom ReDeux Makes Memories for LGBTQ+ Community
“We were hearing from people about how meaningful it was for them to be able to celebrate prom as themselves and with whom they wanted.”
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.
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.
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.”
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.
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.
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.
How to Get Married at Ferndale Pride, Oct 2, 2021
Dreaming of getting married at Ferndale PRIDE?
Holly Township Library Passes LGBTQ Inclusive Resolution
Rainbow “Safe Zone” stickers now grace Holly Township Library, thanks to a resolution passed recently by the library’s governing board.
Oakland County Raises Rainbow Flag for Pride Month
Demonstrations of pride, such as flying the rainbow flag, help celebrate LGBTQ+ equality and inclusiveness.
Hazel Park Human Rights Ordinance Passes First Reading
It is expected to advance to a third reading and be adopted in April.
Mom Spreading Love Seeks Volunteers for Free Hug Booth at Ferndale Pride Festival
Mom Spreading Love Seeks Volunteers for Free Hug Booth at Ferndale Pride Festival (Lara Mossa, April 23, 2019) UPDATE: Volunteer hug positions filled up quickly after being announced, but there are many other volunteer opportunities available. More info is available at www.ferndalepride.com FERNDALE, MI – Not everyone feels accepted by friends and family when they…
Dave Garcia to Return as Affirmation’s Director
Dave Garcia to Return as Affirmation’s Director (Crystal A. Proxmire, March 13, 2019) Ferndale, MI – Former Affirmations Executive Director Dave Garcia is returning after five years of working for Los Angeles LGBT Center in California. Garcia left affirmations early in 2014 to take the lead of the Los Angeles LGBT Center, which has six…
Hazel Park Shows Rainbow Colors, Declares June Pride Month
Hazel Park Shows Rainbow Colors, Declares June Pride Month (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 22, 2018) Hazel Park, MI- As Hazel Park City Manager Ed Klobucher taped a rainbow flag in front of the City Council benches, the public heard from members of the LGBTQ community about why the city’s proclamation of June as Pride Month…
Hazel Park Shows Rainbow Colors, Declares June Pride Month
Hazel Park Shows Rainbow Colors, Declares June Pride Month (Crystal A. Proxmire, May 22, 2018) Hazel Park, MI- As Hazel Park City Manager Ed Klobucher taped a rainbow flag in front of the City Council benches, the public heard from members of the LGBTQ community about why the city’s proclamation of June as Pride Month…
Ferndale Pride sets record with $25,000 in grants to local LGBTQ charities
Ferndale Pride sets record with $25,000 in grants to local LGBTQ charities FERNDALE, Mich. – Ferndale Pride distributed $25,000 in grants – the most funding it ever has distributed in a single year – to five local LGBTQ charities Monday, Aug. 28, at the Ferndale City Council meeting. The Ferndale Community Foundation, Ferndale Pride’s sponsoring…
Voices of Transgender Pride: Andrea from Indiana (1 of 15)
Voices of Transgender Pride: Andrea from Indiana (1 of 15) (Crystal A. Proxmire, Aug 15, 2016) Ferndale, MI – The largest gathering of transgender people in Michigan happens every year in Ferndale with over 200 gender non-conforming individuals and supporters coming together for Transgender Pride in the Park. An unexpected downpour had nearly 100 people…
Motor City Pride 2015
Motor City Pride 2015 (Crystal A. Proxmire, June 8, 2015) It’s easy to get lost in the sea of rainbows, glitter, generous amounts of flesh, and the vibe of happy people dancing at Motor City Pride. And of course there is a draw to the people with the wildest hair, sexiest outfits, hottest dance moves,…