Articles in Anchorage
Out North hosts Season Revealing Party Thursday
Artists at work. Visual art for sale. Performances to see. Tickets, wine, goodies and services to bid on.
Support Out North’s programming, outreach and education programs by joining us for our Season Revealing Party and Auction.
There will be comedy (in the theater). There will be sorrow (when you low-bid that set of kd lang tickets or Talkeetna Air Taxi seats). And there will be beer.
You can also donate online by going to www.outnorth.org, and clicking the “donate” button on the calendar page. Just enter $35 or more in the amount field and write “Revealing Party” in the text field provided.
(PS: If you want to donate objects, services, tickets, vacation opportunities, etc., to the auction, contact development@outnorth.org.)
Out North, a nonprofit multidisciplinary art house that produces and presents art that challenges and inspires; that nurtures creative space where people of all cultures, generations, circumstances and abilities can gather and learn; that champions artists whose work pushes traditional boundaries of aesthetics and content.
- Date/time: Thursday, September 8, from 5:30 to 8:30 PM
- Location: Out North Contemporary Art House, 3800 Debarr Road, Anchorage (see map)
- Cost of admission: The admission price of $35 includes food and beverages, entertainment and art explorations, bidding on good stuff, and seeing art forms of all kinds in the making and on exhibit. Tickets at the door or in advance by stopping by or calling Out North at 279-8099.
- Further info: See the Facebook event page.
Equality Works launches One Anchorage Campaign ballot initiative
Equality Works has launched the One Anchorage Campaign, a ballot initiative campaign to place an initiative on the April 2012 municipal ballot in Anchorage to add sexual orientation and transgender identity to Anchorage’s equal rights code. This follows on an equal rights ordinance which passed the Anchorage Assembly in 2009 by a vote of 7–4, only to be vetoed by Mayor Dan Sullivan.
Pride Conference calls for workshop and vendor applicants
Pride Conference organizers have issued their call for workshop and vendor applicants. And we’ve got the application forms here! So step up, step out, and fill ’em out.
Coronation 2011: Once Upon a Mattress
Come one! Come all! Denali Emperor Cory Crowder and Aurora Empress Paige Langit invite you to beautiful, scenic Anchorage, Alaska for….
Coronation XXXIX: Once Upon a Mattress —
A Far Off-Broadway Night to Remember
Below we’ve got the complete schedule of events. For further information, see the Facebook event page or the Coronation page at ICOAA’s website.
The Imperial Court of All Alaska is the oldest and largest not-for-profit GLBTA organization in the state of Alaska. It awards scholarships to Alaska students each year and raise money for other charitable organizations in the state. Over the decades, ICOAA has raised over a million dollars through participation at fundraising events, benefits, titleholder Balls and functions. Funds raised are used for scholarships or turned back to gay, lesbian or community-wide nonprofit groups for their use.
Bent Alaska congratulates Emperor Cory Crowder and Empress Paige Langit for a successful and glorious reign, and looks forward to the reign of the Emperor and Empress-to-be.
Thursday, September 1
10th Annual “Sunshine Over Siberia” Welcome Party
followed by
“Roast of Their Mosts with Duchess IX Colleen Crinklaw as Host”
- Time: 5-9 PM
- Location: Bernie’s Bungalow Lounge, 626 D Street, Anchorage (see map)
- Cost of admission: No charge
and then:
CORYOKE with Cory and Paige
- Time: After the Roast, but before we all go to rehab
- Location: Mad Myrna’s, 530 E. 5th Avenue, Anchorage (see map)
Friday, September 2
In Town Show
Hosted by Ginger Grant & Darcy Kniefel
- Time: Doors at 8 PM, show at 9 PM
- Location: Mad Myrna’s, 530 E. 5th Avenue, Anchorage (see map)
- Cost of admission: $10
Saturday, September 3
Brown Bear Bus Run
Miss Alaska Leather Sarha Shaubach will be hosting a pancake feed at The Raven, so come and get some grub before getting on the bus!
- Time: Departs at 12 noon
- Location: departs from The Raven, 708 E. 4th Avenue, Anchorage (see map)
- Cost of admission: $20
Out of Town Show
Hosted by Sister Mary Sunshine & Jenuwine Beaute
- Time: Doors at 8 PM, show at 9 PM.
- Location: Mad Myrna’s, 530 E. 5th Avenue, Anchorage (see map)
- Cost of admission: $15
Sunday, September 4
Coronation 39
- Time: Doors open at 5 PM, starts at 6 PM
- Location: Anchorage Marriott Downtown Hotel, 820 West 7th Avenue, Anchorage, AK 99501 (see map)
- Cost of admission: $45
Monday, September 5
Victory Brunch
- Time: 12 noon
- Location: Mad Myrna’s, 530 E. 5th Avenue, Anchorage (see map)
- Cost of admission: $35
Equality Works Community Advisory Council to meet September 6
Equality Works recently announced changes to its structure “to achieve a higher level of accountability and transparency” including creation of a EW Community Advisory Council to work with the EW Campaign Leadership Team chaired by Trevor Storrs. The first meeting of the EW Advisory Council will take place next Tuesday, September 6, at the YWCA, 324 E. 5th Avenue.
Here is the announcement as presented by EW.
Dear All,
We have set the first meeting of the EW Community Advisory Council for Tuesday Sept. 6th, from 6:00pm- location to be confirmed. Update: location has been confirmed as the YWCA, 324 E. 5th Avenue.
The EW Campaign Leadership Team would like to present to the group and receive feedback on how we can move forward.
An agenda will be compiled and disseminated closer to the date.
Please send this invite to folks who you think would be interested in attending.
If you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact me.
Johnathan Jones
Equality Project Manager
Equality Works
907.263.2006
Prevo divorce documents raise “loosey-goosey” questions about Anchorage Baptist Temple house
Court documents in the divorce of Allen Prevo, son of Anchorage Baptist Temple pastor Jerry Prevo, and Holly Jo Prevo raise questions about ABT religious exemption housing. Or, in the judge’s words, “if there was a tax appraiser or a reporter from the Anchorage Daily News, things would not look good… it’s pretty loosey-goosey to me.”
Equality Works announces changes
Last Wednesday, August 17, saw the first meeting of the Anchorage LGBTQA Town Hall to discuss “the best means and methods for advancing LGBTQ equality in Anchorage.” Equality Works, which led the campaign for the passage of Anchorage equal rights ordinance AO-64 in 2009 (later vetoed by Mayor Dan Sullivan) presents the following open letter to the community about how it is restructuring itself in preparation for a new positive campaign toward LGBTQ equality in the Anchorage municipality.
Dear LGBTQA Community,
After the recent Town Hall meeting, Equality Works felt the community gave strong support for a positive campaign for LGBTQ equality in Anchorage (either through a ballot initiative or municipal ordinance). Equality Works met the following Sunday and discussed how to move forward, be more accountable to and work more closely with the LGBTQA community.
Equality Works is a coalition of organizations working to protect lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender residents of Anchorage from discrimination and unfair treatment, focusing on five key areas:
- Housing
- Employment
- Public Accommodation
- Finance
- Education
To achieve a higher level of accountability and transparency, Equality Works implemented a more formal structure. This structure will allow us to act more strategically and ensure accurate community representation, while at the same time supporting robust community dialogue, including easy avenues for input and guidance. This new structure includes two components: (1) Community Advisory Council, and (2) Campaign Leadership Team.
The Community Advisory Council will be made up of LBGTQA organizational and individual stakeholders. Our goal is to have as broad and deep representation as possible. Membership in the Community Advisory Council is based on a commitment to:
- Support the mission of Equality Works
- Send representatives to attend meetings
- Volunteer time
- Assist in fundraising efforts
- Assist in spreading the message of Equality Works
To become a member, contact Johnathan Jones at jjones@akclu.org or (907) 263-2006. In addition, we will be actively recruiting stakeholders to join the Community Advisory Council. All members will be listed on the Equality Works’ website.
The second component is the Campaign Leadership Team. This team will work in conjunction with a professional Campaign Manager to ensure the campaign is run in the best interest of the LGBTQA community and will succeed by April 2012.
Trevor Storrs will be chairing the Campaign Leadership Team, the Community Advisory Council will select its’ chair and Johnathan Jones will continue to volunteer as support staff to both.
Equality Works will be hosting a community outreach forum very soon to share greater detail on the new structure and the campaign plan. If you have any comments, concerns or ideas please contact us. We truly desire open and honest communications with our stakeholders and community. You can contact Johnathan Jones at: jjones@akclu.org or (907) 263-2006.
Johnathan Jones
Equality Project Manager
Equality Works
907.263.2006
LGBTQA students ready for a new academic year at University of Alaska campuses
New and returning University students around the state are getting ready for a new academic year, and LGBTQA students are no exception. Students at University of Alaska campuses will be enjoying something they didn’t have this time last year: protection from discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation. University of Alaska Regents passed an amendment to UA’s nondiscrimination policy last February 18 after two periods of testimony at University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA).
Drag Divas go mobile! — debuting Saturday at Anchorage’s S Lounge
Drag Divas are on the go, and invite you to their debut show Saturday night at the S Lounge in Anchorage.
A sneak peek at the line up:
- Drag Daddy Allie ( newly named by Rj) as your DJ and Co-Host!
- Queens — D’Licious as your Hostess! Candidate for Empress Mariquita! Hot Chi-Chi Longa! Mz Diane! Sofanda Cox! and a few more!
- Kings — Kemistry!, Random Danger! Stacey!, Noah!
Whew this is going to be SO MUCH FUN!!! oh got surprise performers as well!!!! OK enough info! The question is ARE U GONNA MISS THIS? …..we want to thank all of friends for opening your arms to us! We won’t disappoint!
- Date/time: Saturday, August 27, 10 PM to midnight
- Location: S Lounge, 720 Gambell St, Anchorage (see map)
- Cost of admission: $5 cover charge
- Further info: See Facebook event page or Anchorage Night Out event page, or friend Drag Divas on the Go on Facebook
Pride Foundation and Identity announce the James Crump Scholarship Fund
In honor of James L. Crump, who died in a tragic accident at the Anchorage Pride parade on June 25, 2011, Pride Foundation and Identity, Inc. have announced the James Crump Scholarship Fund. The fund, initiated by an anonymous donor, will benefit GLBT and straight ally students planning to pursue a career in nursing, medicine, social work, teaching or another helping profession and who plan to make an impact in the state of Alaska.
