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15 LGBTQ, ethnic minority-owned businesses to receive grants

15 LGBTQ, ethnic minority-owned businesses to receive grants | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Grants of $5,000 each will go to 15 Minneapolis businesses run by people of color who identify as LGBTQ through this year's Minneapolis LGBTQ BIPOC Business Capacity Fund.

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Queer Disobedience: A history of pride and protest in the Twin Cities

Queer Disobedience: A history of pride and protest in the Twin Cities | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Remember: The first Pride was a riot.

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Recording masculinity and gay identity in the Twin Cities

The Soo Visual Arts Center in Lyn-Lake has opened both of its back gallery spaces to one artist for the first time ever — University of Minnesota alumnus Christopher Selleck’s exhibit, “This is a Record,” will fill the space with a range of visual art.

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In a sea of Twin Cities gay bars, why isn’t there a space for queer women?

In a sea of Twin Cities gay bars, why isn’t there a space for queer women? | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
It's not for lack of apparent interest.
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Business of Pride Awards Nominations - Minneapolis / St. Paul

Business of Pride Awards Nominations - Minneapolis / St. Paul | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

The Business Journal has launched the nomination process for our first-ever Business of Pride awards, recognizing amazing business people in the LGBTQ community who are strong advocates for their companies, communities and equality.

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Meet Andrea Jenkins, the first openly transgender black woman elected to public office in the U.S.

Meet Andrea Jenkins, the first openly transgender black woman elected to public office in the U.S. | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
Andrea Jenkins has made history as the first openly transgender black woman elected to public office in the United States, gender advocates say.
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College Track Stars Come Out as a Gay Couple

College Track Stars Come Out as a Gay Couple | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Justin Rabon and Brad Neumann run track at the University of Minnesota. In addition to being teammates, these fast fellas are also boyfriends.

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Twin Ports Gay Bar Owners Reflect on Civil Rights Movement

Twin Ports Gay Bar Owners Reflect on Civil Rights Movement | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

In our communities, some know the civil rights movement profiled in the new TV series "When We Rise"  because they lived through it. Artifacts lining the walls at Superior's Main Club, chronicle moments in that struggle. Newspaper clippings, photos and props hang on all nearly every surface. As the area's first gay bar owner, Bob Jansen said the LGBT community was hidden. 

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Minnesota families afford the cost of adoption with nonprofit's help

Minnesota families afford the cost of adoption with nonprofit's help | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
Gift of Adoption has awarded $5.4 million nationwide to help 1,820 families adopt.
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LGBTQ trailblazers 20% Theatre Company announce final season

LGBTQ trailblazers 20% Theatre Company announce final season | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

For the past 15 years, 20% Theatre Company has presented productions showcasing voices that are often underrepresented on local stages. That has included plays written…

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AriesFireBomb: A Media Space For Black and Queer People of Color

AriesFireBomb: A Media Space For Black and Queer People of Color | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Ja'Mon Kimbrough aka AriesFireBomb recently launched a website that solely features the stories of black gay men, women, and other queer people of color.

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In Heart Theatre presents set of plays about gay marriage

In Heart Theatre presents set of plays about gay marriage | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
Buying a ticket for In Heart Theatre’s summer production gets you nine plays for the price of one.
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What’s the plan for healing the chasm between cops and the LGBT community?

What’s the plan for healing the chasm between cops and the LGBT community? | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
The decision by Minneapolis Police Chief Medaria Arradondo to forbid his officers from being in uniform for the city’s annual Pride parade is certainly going to drive a wedge between the LGBT community and police supporters. Nothing occurs in a vacuum where the police are concerned — as the national crisis over NFL players taking…
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Former NFL player, The Voice contestant Esera Tuaolo throwing Super Bowl party to recognize LGBT community

Former NFL player, The Voice contestant Esera Tuaolo throwing Super Bowl party to recognize LGBT community | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
The event will include performances by contestants who appeared on season 13 of The Voice.
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The best things in life are free, including Twin Cities Pride

The best things in life are free, including Twin Cities Pride | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
The adventure is waiting for you, and it's free! Check out our Top Free Things To Do in Minneapolis and never settle for boredom again.
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Meet Two Gay Dads Who've Been Together More Than 30 Years With Barely A Day Apart

Meet Two Gay Dads Who've Been Together More Than 30 Years With Barely A Day Apart | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it

Dan and Joseph married almost three years ago, on their 28th Anniversary. At the time, same-sex marriage had become legal in nearby Minnesota, though it still was not legal in their home state of Wisconsin. As the men explain, they’ve been together for so long they’ve always considered themselves married. Several years prior they had filed for a domestic partnership because that was all Wisconsin had to offer for same-sex couples.

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Minnesota medical professionals work to close health gaps for LGBT patients

Minnesota medical professionals work to close health gaps for LGBT patients | #ILoveGay | Scoop.it
Minnesota medical professionals are working to overcome "transphobia."
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