Bent Alaska’s blog will continue in hiatus indefinitely; but the Bent Alaska Facebook Group on Facebook is thriving — join us! A long-overdue update from Bent Alaska’s editor.
Read the full story »Bonding through suicide?
The recent death of Mya Dale has brought suicide to the forefront of our minds. Suicide continues to be a risk in our community. We need to talk honestly about suicide and how to prevent it.
In Mya’s memory: Bridging differences
Many people who attended Mya Dale’s funeral last Friday were angered or upset by what they took from the pastor’s eulogy, and some of that anger found its way onto Facebook. Mel Green responds.
In Mya’s memory: Acceptance is a two-sided responsibility
Many people who attended Mya Dale’s funeral last Friday were angered or upset by what they took from the pastor’s eulogy, and some of that anger found its way onto Facebook. Shannon Sanderson responds.
Another occasion of Pride at Anchorage 4th of July parade
The ICOAA would like to invite everyone to walk in the 4th of July Parade in Downtown Anchorage. Please bring any banners or logos you might have and invite anyone who is part of or supports the GLBTQ community. Be Seen, Be Heard!
SEAGLA BBQ/cabin social for Juneau area at Eagle Beach — Tuesday, July 3
Come celebrate the 3rd of July with SEAGLA members at Saturday Creek Cabin on July 3rd. Stop by to enjoy view, BBQ, or spend the night on Tuesday, July 3.
Some reflections on Mya Dale’s life and death
Rev. Sara Gavit is the Pastoral Minister at St. Mary’s Episcopal Church in Anchorage. Here, she shares her thoughts immediately following the June 29 funeral of Mya Dale, who died June 20.
GLBT Speed Dating at Lower LA in Fairbanks — Friday, June 29
Lonnie Production is putting on a Fairbanks first GLBT speed dating event, by DJ Theme, at Lower LA on Friday, June 29.
I am a transman: Danny’s journey
What is a transman? Danny Ashton Earll, a new contributor to Bent Alaska, shares the story of his life and journey as a transgender man in Alaska — and also shares resources he compiled for transmen during his reign as the ICOAA’s Mister Gay Alaska 2011–2012.
Mary Kristene Chapa & Mollie Judith Olgin shot in Texas — Vigil in Anchorage on Sunday, July 1
Please join us for a brief vigil in Anchorage this Sunday, July 1 at the new Martin Luther King, Jr. memorial on the Park Strip at 5:00 PM for Mary Kristene Chapa (18) and Mollie Judith Olgin (19), who were shot and left for dead last Friday in Portland, Texas. Olgin died; Chapa underwent surgery and is in the hospital. The two women had been in a relationship for five months.
Cory’s Amateur Strip Show, Birthday Edition — Saturday, June 30
Help celebrate Emperor 38 Cory’s birthday by watching hot men and women take their clothes off for your entertainment…and for charity!!! — on Saturday, June 20 at Mad Myrna’s.
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Sara’s News, 10/18/12: The very real consequences of DADT repeal
The very real consequences of DADT repeal; seeking survivor benefits for same-sex partner of Alaska shooting victim; waiting on SCOTUS decision about whether it will hear Prop 8 case; and other recent LGBTQ news selected by Sara Boesser in Juneau, Alaska.
Ask Lambda Legal: Blood donations
In this month’s “Ask Lambda Legal” column, Lambda Legal answers a question about the federal government’s longstanding ban against donations of blood from men who have sex with men (MSM).
First Friday: Love is Love at Tref.Punkt Studio
Alaska Pride Conference 2012 kicks off on October 5 with a First Friday showing at Tref.Punkt Studio of Love is Love, a photographic exhibit of LGBT couples from across the state.
Events coming up »
Light the Way to Justice: Tuesday, March 26 in Anchorage
United for marriage: Light the way to justice. The U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral arguments this Tuesday and Wednesday, March 26–27, in two cases about freedom to marry. Please join us on Tuesday, March 26, at the federal courthouse in Anchorage (7th & C) in a circle united for equality.
“Pariah” screening & discussion at UAA Friday, Nov. 2
Pariah, a critically acclaimed film about a 17-year-old African-American woman embracing her lesbian identity, will screen at UAA on Friday, November 2, and will be followed by a discussion on acceptance in honor of Mya Dale. The event is free and open to the public.
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Prevo divorce documents raise “loosey-goosey” questions about Anchorage Baptist Temple house
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Another few laps: Reports of Prop 5’s demise are premature (& proof Minnery knew he was spreading false information)
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A mournful Pride
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Wasilla Gays to Levi: We’re here
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Anchorage and Fairbanks fight the H8, protest Prop 8!
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A long-overdue Bent Alaska update — October 2013
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Dance in the Streets and Increase the Beat: New Steps Forward for Pridefest 2013
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Light the Way to Justice: Tuesday, March 26 in Anchorage
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Sara’s News, 11/5/12: Marriage equality on the ballot tomorrow in four states
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A word from our editor…
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- Prevo divorce documents raise "loosey-goosey" questions about Anchorage Baptist Temple house
- Wasilla Gays to Levi: We're here
- A mournful Pride
- Another few laps: Reports of Prop 5's demise are premature (& proof Minnery knew he was spreading false information)
- Anchorage and Fairbanks fight the H8, protest Prop 8!