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Our Scene

Ruby Skippers – Lavender Magazine Looks Back at 40 Years of the Gay Games

By Terrance Griep / October 6, 2022

Just as a rose begins, really begins its existence below ground and out of sight, the Olympics-esque, international, multi-sport and cultural event known as the Gay Games began, really began,…

Pride Journey: Provincetown, Massachusetts

By Joey Amato / October 6, 2022

I think it’s safe to say that I found my new happy place. I had visited Provincetown, Massachusetts once before during the winter season and even then, I enjoyed my…

A Word In Edgewise: Lifelines and Life-Savers: Books Make a Difference

By E.B. Boatner / October 6, 2022

We humans are, on the whole, social animals, incomplete without community. Language-blessed, we love stories; heroes of olden times, fables, threads that unite, instruct, console, empower. J.P. Der Boghossian’s podcast…

The Long, Long Road From Kirmser’s to Lush 

By E.B. Boatner / October 6, 2022

A long road still ‘a winding, for while we’re a long ways from 1946 Kirmser’s closeted gay clientele, there’s still many a mile to go. To that end, J.P. Der…

Eat The Menu: Table Service

By Carla Waldemar / October 6, 2022

I’ve only myself to blame. Tavola—Italian for “table”—the intimate restaurant in the boutique Elliot Park Hotel anchoring that corner of downtown Minneapolis—debuted in 2018, but it took me until last…

Oh! Claire

By Carla Waldemar / September 22, 2022

Can’t say I wasn’t warned. “Expect the unexpected,” slogans tout, here in “the land of originality.” That land isn’t Oz, it’s Eau Claire. Eau Claire, Wisconsin (pop. 70,000, 95 miles…

Our Affairs

Moments of A Movement: A Photo Essay

By Sophia Hantzes / October 6, 2022

The Twin Cities’ LGBTQ Community: Then & Now

By Kassidy Tarala / October 6, 2022

Elizabeth Barnard came out in 1975 after her divorce. She quickly became involved in a segment of the local lesbian community, which they called the women’s community, which is how…

Mark My Words: Somewhere Between Chicago and Ottawa…

By Mark Segal / October 6, 2022

August isn’t supposed to be busy, but as we’ve all learned, this year seems to have lots of surprises. Last week was no exception for us. It was a learn…

Books: 713

By E.B. Boatner / September 22, 2022

A Waiter in Paris: Adventures in the Dark Heart of the City Edward Chisholm Pegasus Books $28.95  After graduating from London’s School of Oriental and African Studies, Chisholm moved to Paris, living cheap…

A Word In Edgewise: Anne Frank Speaks. Still.

By E.B. Boatner / September 22, 2022

When I read recently that Anne Frank’s Diary: The Graphic Adaptation (2019) had been pulled from some Texas school libraries, I did just I would have done as a student: tracked down…

Rethinking Retirement Through Re-Entering The Workforce

By Elise Maren / September 22, 2022

Similar to an increasing number of Americans, local community member Jeff Schloegel emerged from retirement to reenter the workforce. Jeff retired in June 2017 from FedEx sales support around age…

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Our Lives

“I Am Gay” – Jack Jablonski’s Coming Out Story

By Randy Stern / October 6, 2022

As a sophomore at Benilde-St. Margaret’s School in St. Louis Park, Jack Jablonski was playing his shift during a tournament game on December 30, 2011. In a matter of moments,…

From the Editor: Where We Came From, Where We’re Going

By Randy Stern / October 6, 2022

What do you know about LGBTQ history? Don’t answer that immediately. Let me first state to those who have lived through everything our community has gone through, this column is…

The Twin Cities Leather Weekend Returns 

By Terrance Griep / September 8, 2022

“Thank you, sir—may I have another?”   The Saloon, having assumed the position, made that request of the universe in February of 2020.  By “another,” The Saloon, that cornerstone of Minneapolis…

Bad Gay: Episode 4

By Lakey Bridge / September 8, 2022

Shortly before she died, I asked my mom what she and my dad used to argue about. “That’s easy,” she said. “Kids and money.” My parents were married for 50…

Minneapolis Comic and Record Store Continues Its Latinx Legacy With New Trans Owner 

By Karissa Stotts / August 25, 2022

On June 30th, Wizard Wax owners Ben Menas and Cal Woods will hand over the keys to artist and educator, Jex Arzayus.  Wizard Wax,commonly referred to as “The Wizard” is…

Quitting Tobacco

By Kassidy Tarala / August 25, 2022

I remember when I was growing up, adults always talked about tobacco and how it was disproportionately advertised among young people, with packaging of major cigarette brands even mimicking that…

Our Homes

Wild Things Brings Vintage Decor To New Homes

By Terrance Griep / September 22, 2022

The name came from the obvious place, from the classic kid’s story about the wild wolf boy in the wild wolf suit who sails night and day and makes himself…

From the Editor: The Challenge of Home

By Randy Stern / September 22, 2022

We can’t have a Fall Home and Garden issue without talking about home… Back in June, I moved into my new place in Saint Paul. It has been quite an…

Our Rides: EV Charging at Home and Away

By Randy Stern / September 22, 2022

The electrification of the automobile is now a major discussion point – moreso, as a debate of whether plug-in vehicles are viable and sustainable at this point of time. The…

Beautiful, Sustainable Living by Omforme Designs

By Susan Swavely / September 22, 2022

Creating a space that you love while furnishing your home can be a huge undertaking. There’s so much to consider: comfort, cost, aesthetic, and, to the environmentally conscious folks dedicated…

Fall Gardening: The Dos and Don’ts

By Linden M. Bayliss / September 22, 2022

Yes indeed, the joy of gardening continues far beyond the bounds of Labor Day. While the time for planting vegetables and other harvestables has mostly passed, other plants can still…

The State of Charge

By Randy Stern / September 8, 2022

If you’re going to go electric, why not do it with something this good.  Oops…spoiler alert…let me rewind this back… Hyundai has been working on electric vehicles for several years.…

Online Exclusives

Flip The Script Film Festival • October 7 – 9

By Randy Stern / September 22, 2022

If you’re looking for a truly independent film festival focusing on LGBTQ subject matter, the Flip The Script festival is the place to be. The festival will take place at…

“This Queer Book Saved My Life!” Podcast Will Be Holding Live Event

By Linda Raines / August 16, 2022

Join host J.P. Der Boghossian as he speaks with OutFront Policy and Organizing Director James Darville about The Evening Crowd at Kirmser’s, a non-fiction book about the first bar that…

Celebrating Pride in August With The Saint Paul Saints

By Randy Stern / August 16, 2022

Last season, the Saint Paul Saints were elevated to become part of Major League Baseball’s Player Development Leagues. In turn, they became the Minnesota Twins’ Triple-A affiliate – the last…

Monkeypox was just declared a health emergency in the U.S.A.

By Randy Stern / August 5, 2022

Cases are on the rise around the world. In Minnesota, it is reported that up to 50 cases have been recorded. A similar number of cases were also reported in…

Big Gay News

Homophobic Abuse Allegedly Used At Tory Party LGBT Event In Birmingham

By Linda / October 7, 2022

The Guardian reports that conservative party members have been accused of using homophobic insults at a party celebrating LGBT diversity at the party conference in Birmingham. Read more at The Guardian 

Federal Judge Hands Texas A Win In Lawsuit Over Protections For Gay Transgender Workers

By Linda / October 7, 2022

The Dallas Morning News reports that a federal judge in Texas has ruled that employment protections for gay and transgender workers do not extend to policies regarding dress codes, preferred pronouns…

Trans Girl Elected Homecoming Princess As ‘Joke’ Takes A Proud Stand

By Linda / October 7, 2022

The Advocate reports that a transgender teen in Ohio who was elected sophomore homecoming princess as a supposed joke by her schoolmates instead used the title to promote acceptance. Read more at the…

Event Photography

9.10.22 Edina Rotary Car Show

By Randy Stern / September 12, 2022

This show was co-sponsored by the Minnesota Pride Rotary Club the Great Northern Region of Lambda Car Club International

08.24.2022 “This Queer Book Saved My Life” Podcast Live Event at LUSH

By Randy Stern / September 2, 2022

07.23.22 USL W Championship Game Minnesota Aurora FC 1 South Georgia Tormenta FC 2 AET Saint Paul MN

By Sophia Hantzes / August 10, 2022

07.16.22 Patrick’s Cabaret Pride 2022-LIVE! Minneapolis MN

By Sophia Hantzes / August 3, 2022

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