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 »Arctic Foxes Summer BBQ Social at Carpentiers Lounge — Thursday, June 28
Join Arctic Foxes Womens’ Rugby Club for an all-you-can eat BBQ on Thursday, June 28 at Carpentier’s Lounge.
Dignity Bennett: I’m better then all this pain and so are you — Thursday, June 28 in Wasilla
Dignity Bennett of Big Lake has been making videos about self-acceptance, bullying, and other topics to help LGBTQI youth. Now she’s taking it to the public square, with a talk Thursday, June 28 from 2:30 to 5:30 PM at Wasilla’s Wonderland Park.
Remembering Mya Dale, 1990–2012: Putting suicide in its place
The meaning of Mya Dale’s death is one thing, the meaning of her life is another. Let’s put suicide in its place, but let’s also honor and celebrate the life of a beautiful and remarkable person. A memorial service will take place this Friday, June 29: wear orange.
Sara’s News, 6/25/12: Another anti-LGBT skeleton in Romney’s closet
Another anti-LGBT skeletons in Romney’s closet; controversial study on LGBT parenting; La Raza endorses marriage equality; former marriage equality opponent David Blankenhorn changes his mind; a transgender man’s marriage proposal goes viral; and other recent LGBTQ news selected by Sara Boesser in Juneau, Alaska (with supplemental info from Bent Alaska).
The Hot Mess, a burlesque Fairbanks fundraiser for Angry, Young & Poor — Saturday, June 23
The Hot MessThe Hot Mess: a burlesque open mic on Saturday, June 23 at the Marlin to raise money for the Angry, Young & Poor music festival. Bring any sort of performance art: dance, comedy, non-nude strip, song, anything! Featuring the David Leslie Dancers and hosted by the infamous Fleurs du Mal Burlesque.
Mya Dale, 1990–2012
We lost one of our beautiful young ones two days ago. Mya Dale died Wednesday morning, June 20. We extend our heartfelt condolences to her family, friends, classmates, and all she touched in our community.
Juneau’s first annual Fille Fatale Drag Show — Saturday, June 23
Juneau continues its celebration of a weekend of Pride with the Fille Fatale Drag Show at the Rendezvous on Saturday, June 23.
Juneau celebrates Pride 2012 with annual PFLAG/SEAGLA picnic — Saturday, June 23
You and your supportive family and family of friends are invited to Juneau’s annual PFLAG and SEAGLA Gay Pride Picnic at Sandy Beach Shelter # 2 on Saturday, June 23.
Juneau Pride Chorus at Marine Park — Friday, June 22
Please join Juneau Pride Chorus for a Concert in the Park this Friday, June 23 at Marine Park — the first of three great Pride events this weekend in Juneau.
Ever Ready plays show in Anchorage (June 19) and Ninilchik (June 23)
Ever Ready Band has two gigs in the coming week: Tuesday, June 19 at Uncle Joe’s Pizza in Anchorage, and Saturday, June 23, at Inlet View on the Sterling Highway in Ninilchik.
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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.
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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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