Trans Day Of Remembrance 2020 West Hollywood A Memorial For The Gender Diverse Fallen.
Trans Day Of Remembrance 2020 West Hollywood A Memorial For The Gender Diverse fallen
Trans Day Of Remembrance 2019, West Hollywood A Memorial For The Gender Diverse Fallen
Gay comic/actor Jason Stuart discusses and signs Shut Up, I’m Talking! at Book Soup (tags)
Openly gay stand-up comedian and prolific character actor Jason Stuart (with host Alexandra Paul) will discuss and sign his new book Shut Up, I’m Talking!: Coming Out in Hollywood and Making It to the Middle at Book Soup on Los Angeles on Friday, August 2nd at 7pm.
West Hollywood Commemorates The Trans Day of Remembrance 2015 Part 2 of 2 Photosets (tags)
Transfolk across the globe remember those who's lives have been taken
West Hollywood Commemorates The Trans Day of Remembrance 2015 Part 1 of 2 Photosets (tags)
Transfolk across the globe remember those who's lives have been taken
A master-plan is needed to support renter protections in Northern California, & elsewhere (tags)
Oakland has the second fastest-rising rents in the nation, passing the pace of San Francisco’s rent increases, and coming in second behind the rent increases occurring in Denver. The rents in Oakland have climbed over 12.1 percent since 2014. Slumlords, greedy landlords, profiteers, speculators, and nefarious realtors reign supreme in Oakland, who are protected by local and state politicians that are in the pockets, of big money!
Four Winds of March Against Monsanto Los Angeles Take The Streets of Hollywood (tags)
People of Los Angeles joined the global call to March Against Monsanto on Saturday, May 23, 2015, in solidarity with thousands of people spanning over 400 cities of the globe. In L.A. the march originated in four cardinal directions in the morning (North Hollywood/Valley, West L.A/Venice, South L.A., and downtown) and traveled via public transportation to the central rally in East Hollywood, followed by a march to Griffith Park for a non-GMO potluck and teach-in. Over five hundred people participated in #MAMLA #MAM2015 to say #HellNoGMO.
West Hollywood Police Department: "We Don't Need a Reason to Interrogate Pedestrians" (tags)
West Hollywood Police Department: "We Don't Need a Reason to Interrogate Pedestrians"
CITIZENS TO PICKET WEHO CITY COUNCIL (tags)
CITIZENS TO PICKET COUNCIL MEETING TO STOP WEST HOLLYWOOD FROM DEMOLISHING A NATIONAL HISTORIC BUILDING
Community Protests Demolition of Historic Great Hall/Long Hall in Plummer Park W.Hollywood (tags)
National Registered Historic Great Hall/Long Hall in Plummer Park is slated for immediate demolition by the City of West Hollywood despite fervent, two year community protest.
Community Protests Demolition of Historic Great Hall/Long Hall in Plummer Park W.Hollywood (tags)
National Registered Historic Great Hall/Long Hall in Plummer Park is slated for immediate demolition by the City of West Hollywood despite fervent, two year community protest.
Animal Defenders International Celebrates Ban on Wild Animal Acts in West Hollywood (tags)
West Hollywood passes ban on wild animal acts
Director’s Note: The Girl (tags)
I began to think about what it means to live in the very epicenter of the American Dream, and feel not hope – but trapped. My focus shifted, and I began to imagine a film not simply about the borders of geography, but about human borders – of class, culture, attitudes, and ideas.'
Report back on a monthly vigil that occurs outside the Pasadena office of Congressman Adam Schiff.
Protect Plummer Park Protest Rally (tags)
Join residents, community members and their supporters to protest the City of West Hollywood's $41 Million renovation of historic, neighborhood, Plummer Park
Occupation Date Set for October 1 (tags)
This is an excerpt from the linked article at LA Activist.
Bullying by City of West Hollywood (tags)
The City of West Hollywood not taking responsibility for their mistake
San Diego Hammers Down on Medical Marijuana Dispensaries, Despite Public Support (tags)
Despite overwhelming public input asking for a looser ordinance that would allow medical marijuana dispensaries to locate in commercial areas throughout San Diego and remain open while they pursued permits, the San Diego City Council voted 5-2 on Monday, March 26 for an ordinance that will close down all dispensaries for at least a year and force them to locate only in industrial zones — inconveniently far from the patients they serve. Even most of the Councilmembers who voted for the ordinance, which was tweaked at the last minute to make it slightly less restrictive, made it clear that they regard medical marijuana patients and the institutions that serve them as a detriment, not an asset, to the city.
Michael Sol: Queer Leatherman Explores Intimacy and Sadism (tags)
Michael Sol, Leatherman extraordinaire and candidate for Mr. Los Angeles Leather this weekend (March 26-27), is giving a demonstration of the Japanese rope bondage art, shibari, at the Joyce Beers Community Center, Vermont Street between Terra and Aladdin Restaurants in Hillcrest, Friday, April 1 at 7 p.m. at an event sponsored by the San Diego League of Gentlemen. In this interview, published in the April 2011 issue of Zenger's Newsmagazine, Sol talks extensively about his interests in Leather and so-called "edge play," and the distinction he draws between romantic intimacy and power exchanges. He also discusses the thin line between exercise and martial art, and between consensual S/M and the kinds of torture practiced on unwilling victims in places like Abu Ghraib.
A $10 billion soluton to a 10 cent drug war problem (tags)
Of course the simple solution to this problem is to legalize marijuana. Don't expect Sheriff Baca to do that. He wants to keep the drug war which is a jobs program for highly paid cops to arrest marijuana smokers. Hey cops always come up with these $10 billion solutions to 10 cent problems. But don't call the cops idiots. They are the ones that will get to keep the $10 billion they steal from us to pay for the mess they want to create.
Happy Birthday, Agent Smith (tags)
Today is the birthday of someone you have probably never heard of.
Milow the Girl's CD Release "Days of Power" in association with the Humane Society (tags)
Milow the Girl's CD Release Party benefits the Humane Society in its fight against puppy mills. The event is open to the public and will feature celebrity musicians such as Kim Cameron of Side FX and Jimmy Sweet of L.U.V. Get tickets now!
LA Marathon: The Gentrification Route (tags)
No wonder interest was low.
Transgender CD Release Party (tags)
Ok, so it's time for another party with your favorite collective Trans/Giving we are copresenting with Trans-Genre to celebrate Trans-Fusions CD release 2! The show features tons of multifaceted performers. WHEN: Saturday March 6th 9pm-2am WHERE: The Palms Bar 8572 Santa Monica Blvd West Hollywood
Observations on the Closing of the West Hollywood Border's (tags)
Readers are invited to submit their own notes and comments.
Dedication of Transgender Memorial Ends Years of Struggle / Photos (tags)
Last night's dedication of the Transgender Memorial in West Hollywood culminated years of planning and struggle to build a permanent monument to the dozens of Trans identified persons who are murdered each year by hate criminals.
Dedication of Transgender Memorial Ends Years of Struggle (tags)
Last night's dedication of the Transgender Memorial in West Hollywood culminated years of planning and struggle to build a permanent monument to the dozens of Trans identified persons who are murdered each year by hate criminals.
Transgender Memorial Dedication - Nov. 20 (tags)
On Friday, Nov. 20, commencing at 6 p.m., the West Hollywood City Council and honored guests – including Chaz Bono – will unveil the first Transgender Memorial Plaque, commemorating those who have been murdered due to anti-transgender violence and hatred.
Transgender Day of Remembrance/Día Conmemorativo Transgenero (tags)
11 anual Día Conmemorativo Transgenero se llevara al cabo el viernes, 20 de noviembre. 11th Annual Transgender Day of Remembrance to Be Held Friday, Nov. 20
pictures of protesters after the march from West Hollywood to Hollywood and before they moved back into West Hollywood
11:15 pm - Prop 8 Protests Continuing (tags)
A large march numbering in the 1,000s began in West Hollywood tonight around 8:00 pm. Estimates range from a low of 2,000 to a high of 10,000. At last report the march still numbering in the 1000s had marched to Hollywood and Highland and is now returning to West Hollywood. And there are reports of small marches in the area.
Rave or Riot, Are you ready for Prop 8 D-Day? (tags)
The court decision on Prop 8 is expected sometime before the end of this month. Whatever the decision we will be in the streets.
Photos from The Post Proposition 8 Demonstrations (tags)
Photo Collection from The Los Angeles Anti Prop 8 Protests
Transgender Day of Remembrance (tags)
11.20.08 was the 10th annual Transgender Day of Remembrance.
No On Prop 8 Rally in Silverlake - Photos Attached (tags)
I attended the rally on Saturday Nov, 8th to protest and try and overturn the ban against same sex marriage.
20,000 People March in L.A. To Demand Overturn Prop. 8! (tags)
Over 20,000 people came from all over Southern California to unite with a single voice to demand civil rights and marriage equality. It was one of the largest--possibly the single largest--pro-LGBT rally in Los Angeles' history. The rally was initiated and led by the ANSWER Coalition and the L.A. Coalition for Equal Marriage Rights.
A Tribute to the Godfathers of the Sunset Strip (tags)
The Sunset Strip is the biggest thing in the musical universe. More rock music legends have come out of that location than any other place on earth, so why not have a festival to celebrate it's greatness?
Sunset Strip Music Festival (tags)
When I first heard about this event, I thought to myself," it's about time." After all, the Sunset Strip is the biggest thing in the musical universe. More rock music legends have come out of that location than any other place on earth, so why not have a festival to celebrate it's greatness?
Join this Tuesday evening for ...Los Angeles Day of Remembrance. (tags)
The Transgender Day of Remembrance was set aside to memorialize those who were killed due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice. The event is held globally every November 20th .
Protest anti-LGBT hater TODAY in WEHO (tags)
Fred Phelps, best-known for his "God Hates Fags" , demos is coming to town on Saturday (today!) to "conduct an outdoor religious service in fag-ridden Los Angeles." at the intersection of Santa Monica and San Vicente for 3 hours, starting at 1:30 on Saturday TODAY AUGUST 11
L.A. Greens spearhead impeachment work, praise West Hollywood vote to impeach Bush/Cheney (tags)
Green Party 2006 Assembly candidate Peter Thottam, now executive director of the Los Angeles National Impeachment Center, praised the decision (July 16, 2007) - by the West Hollywood City Council to support the impeachment of President George W. Bush and Dick Cheney.
Memorial Service for Ferd Eggan (tags)
Ferd Eggan, writer, activist, revolutionary, died 07/07/07 of liver cancer related to AIDS.
Vigil for Ferd Eggan on Sunday 07/08/07 (tags)
Ferd Eggan, activist, revolutionary, and former AIDS Coordinator for the City of Los Angeles, died this morning of complications related to HIV and liver cancer.
Los Angeles Moves to Forefront of National Impeachment Movement (tags)
Leaders of the Westside Greens, the Progressive Democrats of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles Greens, and the Santa Monica Democratic Club have established the Impeachment Center to provide a facility for phonebanking, letterwriting, and the distribution of lawn signs, bumper stickers and a full range of impeachment action items and related literature.
Liam Scheff Interview on AIDS (tags)
Liam Scheff Interview on AIDS and the ICC Orphanage story in New York where children were used in AIDS drug trials.
Film on Genocide in Canada debuts in Los Angeles, March 5, 2007 (tags)
Award winning Film on Genocide in Canada debuts in Los Angeles, March 5, 2007
Protest Racism in West Hollywood (tags)
Community Activists to Protest Blackface Minstrel Show in West Hollywood
Transgender Day of Remembrance - MARCH (tags)
11/20/06 DOR - part 2 The march went from MCC-LA in West Hollywood down Santa Monica Blvd. to Matthew Shepard Square, where there was a rally
LA Greens support City Council vote on living wage (tags)
Los Angeles Greens support City Council vote on living wage for LAX area hotels, urge expansion of living wage ordinance and further support for unions
Nov. 19 & 20: Los Angeles Transgender Day of Remembrance (tags)
The National Transgender Day of Remembrance is set aside to memorialize those who were killed due to anti-transgender hatred or prejudice.
From 1 pm - 3 pm, "What is Buddhism?" will be taught by senior students of the Shambhala teachers including: Buddhist teachings on settling a wild mind, developing loving kindness for oneself and others, and working with chaos.
HIV is a Gay Disease (!?!) (tags)
A controversial new campaign by the LA Gay & Lesbian Center merits discussion.
Hundreds arrested at immigrant rights march (tags)
Hundreds arrested including Assemblyman Paul Kortez (D-West Hollywood), and State Senator Gilbert Cedillo (D-Los Angeles).
TROUBLE IN "YUKON TERRITORY: TRANSGENDERS MAY BE HARRASSED AT THE RESTAURANT PARKING (tags)
West Hollywood Sheriff's have started asking for ID from customers at West Hollywood coffee shop frequented by transgenders.
Government Targetting Reporters (tags)
"Sneaks and peeks" becoming commonplace in reporter's home.
California Legislature passes involuntary outpatient commitment bill (tags)
With bipartisan super-majority votes that stunned and dismayed mental health clients and advocates, the California Senate and Assembly passed involuntary outpatient commitment (IOC) bill AB 2357, sending the bill to Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger to sign or veto. The bill would extend Laura's Law, California's existing outpatient commitment law, by five years.
Protest Israeli invasion of Gaza (tags)
Half hour vigil in response to Israeli terror in Gaza Sunset Laemmle Theatres, 8000 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, Ca. 90046 9:15-9:45
HIV/AIDS - 25 Years and Counting (tags)
Telling Our Stories: HIV/AIDS - 25 Years & Counting
FARZAD KOHAN "PENDING PERCEPTION" (tags)
Sheryl Mandel woul d like to personally thank artist Farzad Kohan and Maryam Seyhoun , owner adn curator of "The Seyhoun Gallery" for their open hearts and generous giving for artist Mauricio Saravia , who will be showing his artworks at "The Seyhoun Gallery" Date and time TBA. Some thoughts to ponder: "Art is not so much talent as character.. it's what you are, the qualities of the person". ::: John Olsen ::: "Figuring out our gifts in life is part of our journey to becoming enlightened human beings". ::: Allison Dubois
Report back from Anti War Strategizing Discussion (tags)
Los Angeles- This past Saturday the 18th, thousands habitually marched through Hollywood to once again condemn the War on Iraq, after 3 and a half years of failed attempts at ending it. The following is a report back from a member of the Southern California Anarchist Federation (SCAF), seeking to further open the debate on building a long-term movement for radical social change, beyond simply ending the war on Iraq.
SHAWN THOMAS & FRIENDS 'CHANGED' REVISITED (tags)
Date: MARCH 24TH Title of Event: Shawn Thomas and Friends 'CHANGED' REVISITED DateMARCH 24TH Time7:30PM Location 8714 Santa Monica Blvd. West Hollywood, CA 90069 Contact: REV. KEITH Phone: 310 854 9110 INFO www.tribela.homestead.com c/o VIRSIL.com "Aaron's Rainbow Project" (ARP) and TRIBELA.org is proud to announce Shawn Thomas in concert. He will be performing songs off his well-known recording "Everything I Am" as well as his newest, recently released CD entitled "Changed". "Everything I Am" was released in the fall of 2003 and has peaked online Top40 and Top20 charts for over 12 months, including the number one singles, "The Beat of the Lord" and "Starting Over Again". Shawn's newest CD, "Changed", features the driving title track and an upbeat cover of Amy Grant's "What About the Love". Awarded "Best Independent Songwriter" by the Spring 2004 Indie Awards and labeled as "groovin'"..."wholesome"...and "inspirational" by Pride Christian Music, Shawn continues to develop his music career in a new direction of Spirituality and ministry. "I actually resisted writing Contemporary Christian type music in the past because I was afraid I wouldn't be able to still perform the style of music that I enjoy." That style of music, as featured on "Everything I Am" and "Changed", includes a wide variety from traditional ballads, to praise music, to pop/rock, to club-dance, to country. ...Shawn Thomas emerges not only as a competent performer and singer, but as a dynamic and versatile entertainer and presenter. His intention is to share the message of practicing the principles of Love and Grace in order to build unity, understanding, and acceptance. "Everything I Am" and "Changed" are available for sale on popular internet sites including BestBuy.com, TowerRecords.com, and CDBaby.com and is distributed by Aaron's Rainbow Project and Shawn Thomas Studios, North Little Rock, AR. www.shawnthomasonline.com
RABBI MICHAEL LERNER: Liberal Zionist Apologist, Moral Equivocator, HYPOCRITE! (tags)
NO ONE has a _right_ to self-determination "in their *ancient* ancestral homeland", from 2,000 years ago, 1,000's of miles away, on another continent, in another inhabited land, at the expense of the people who actually _LIVE_ there! It's an arugment that is _literally_ worse than *medieval*! — READ LERNER'S LIBERAL RACIST PABLUM FIRST! — : Rabbi Michael Lerner will speak about his new book, "The Left Hand of God: Taking Back our Country from the Religious Right"; Monday, February 20th Los Angeles, 5 pm, Book Soup, 8818 Sunset Blvd., West Hollywood, 310.659.3684; 7 pm, Dutton’s Beverly Hills Books, 447 N. Canon Dr., (just south of little Santa Monica), Beverly Hills, (310) 281-0997
DELTA ENTERTAINMENT CORPORATION TO RELEASE SPECIAL DVD COLLECTION SUNDAY MORNING SHOOTOUT: THE BEST OF SEASON 1 Heralded “Film School In A Box” Features Hosts Peter Bart And Peter Guber Shooting It Out With Hollywood’s Hottest Including Charlize Theron, Clint Eastwood, Samuel L. Jackson Among Others
Transgender Day of Remembrance (tags)
The 2005 LA Day of Remembrance was held at MCC in West Hollywood, and was followed by march & rally at Matthew Shepard Memoria Garden
Video: Transgender Day of Remembrance (tags)
Short video of the march and speakers of the Transgender Day of Remembrance event held today in West Hollywood
Transgender Press Conference (tags)
Transgender activists and county and city officials held a press conference on Wed. November 16, 2005 at Los Angeles City Hall to kick off the November 20th observance of the Southern California Day of Remembrance.
Transgender Day of Remembrance, Sunday Nov. 20th (tags)
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Free DVD Screening:Walmart - The High Cost of Low Price (tags)
WAL-MART: The High Cost of Low Price is the new documentary from Robert Greenwald, producer/director of Outfoxed: Rupert Murdoch's War on Journalism, the explosive 2004 documentary seen by millions worldwide. Unchecked corporate greed is destroying families, and Wal-Mart is leading the way. Join us November 13th in the Temple Isaiah Sanctuary to watch the film and to discuss the intersection of Jewish values and economic justice. http://action.bravenewfilms.org/event/wm_screening.jsp?event_KEY=6705
Two World Can't Wait! LA Organizers Ambush Horowitz at Reactionary "Liberty Film Fest (tags)
Two Los Angeles organizers for The World Can't Wait! Drive Out the Bush Regime! took the stage against fascist David Horowitz at last Friday's reactionary "Liberty Film Festival" in West Hollywood, were jumped by right-wing thugs!!!
Hilton Workers Fight for a Better Future (tags)
After just over a year of secret underground organizing, workers at downtown Glendale Hilton hotel make their campaign for better working conditions and union recognition public.
LA FREE PRESS IS BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
The World of Women, Art World (tags)
A Rare Look Into the “World of Women”: All-Female Exhibition Showcases Colorful Abstractions and Images
Senator Dianne Feinstein's Deadly Silence (tags)
"Senator Dianne Feinstein's office sill not intervene if the FBI decides to kill a reporter"--Ashley Tveit, Case Manager at Senator Feinstein's San Francisco office.
Transgender: Book signing (tags)
http://www.iacenterla.org/
"Double Injustice: Femicides & Torture in Chihuahua" (tags)
Para todos aquellos que luchan por la verdad y la justicia en Chihuahua, se les invita este sabado 28 de mayo a las 3:00 pm , a la premier del documental "Doble Injusticia: Feminicidio y Tortura en Ciudad Juarez y Chihuahua" FOR ALL THOSE WHO FIGHT FOR JUSTICE IN CHIHUAHUA--YOU ARE INVITED TO THIS SCREENING...SATURDAY MAy 28th at 3:00 PM to the premier of: "Double Injustice: Femicides & Torture in Chihuahua"
"Doble Injusticia: Feminicidio y Tortura en Ciudad Juarez y Chihuahua" (tags)
"Doble Injusticia: Feminicidio y Tortura en Ciudad Juarez y Chihuahua" "Double Injustice: Femicides & Torture in Chihuahua" DON'T MISS THIS DOCUMENTARY! UN DOCUEMNTAL MUY IMPORTANTE!
Transgenders Lack Access to Proper Health Care (tags)
Transgenders discuss how the health care system falls short of their needs.
Celebration Of Artistic Freedom To Honor Martin Sheen & Terry George (tags)
The City of West Hollywood and The Lee Strasberg Theatre & Film Institute Host the Oscar-Viewing Event, 3rd annual Celebration of Artistic Freedom - Benefiting Amnesty International USA and ACLU Foundation of Southern California
A personal story of an extermination under the Bush administration
Grand Opening, WEHO Cannabis Assoc (tags)
12-14-2004 - grand opening of a MM club in WeHo.
High Election Turnout in West Hollywood (tags)
Voted today in West Hollywood Park around 11 am. Polling place was very busy for that time of day but poll workers were very well prepared and lines were very short (average of less than one minute wait).
A Mexican Response to Arnold Schwarzenegger (tags)
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Boycott Threatened at Belushi & Aykroyd-Owned Clubs (tags)
Raggae "kill gays" singer Capleton scheduled for House of Blues performance in West Hollywood on October 4. HOB Chicago has plowed ahead with Capleton act, citing "artistic expression" to back murder incitement.
LGBT Marriage Rights Demonstration (tags)
As Congress begins debating an amendment to deny equal marriage rights to same-sex couples, lesbian and gay activists and supporters held a rally and march this Monday, 7/12/04, to say no to discrimination and yes to equality for all.
ANSWER LA Political Forum - Iraq, Palestine & 2004 Elections (tags)
ANSWER Political Forum on IRAQ, PALESTINE & THE 2004 ELECTIONS Featuring Richard Becker & Muna Coobtee
The Politics of Silence (tags)
Transgender women of color are disproportionately target for the most violent of hate crimes. 35 years ago, their outrage at New York City policemen sparked the gay liberation movement. Now, as the Gwen Araujo case stalls in a mistrial, most mainstream LGB group seem to have forgotten.
Transgenders: We Ho to March vs. Hate as No Cal Jury Deliberates (tags)
As a jury in Hayward decides the fate of 3 accused in the Transgender "Emmet Till" murder case, West Hollywood anti-hate activists will march Friday evening.
Transgender artists showcase their talents (tags)
Transgender artists expressed their talents from spoken word to fine art at "Trans/Giving" on May 29th in West Hollywood.
Hatred Will Never Silence Our Art - Trans/Giving May 29, 6:30 PM -10:00 PM
Parade of 100 Chanukah Mobiles To Hit LA Streets Thursday Night, Dec. 25 In Celebration of Eight Day “Holiday of Lights
LA Transgenders Remember Gwen, Other Tragedies & Triumps of 2002-2003 (tags)
As the October 3 one year anniversay of the brutal slaying of Bay Area Transgender teen Gwen Araujo is remembered, Los Angeles' large community can recall other tragedies, and triumphs of the past year.
Feast for the senses at Boricua Films' Urban Graffiti 4 Live Slam Festival - Sat. 10-11-03 (tags)
Independent artists and cultures unite -uncensored expression, poetry, artwork, photography acting & music packed in a 12 hour one-day event. It's Urban Graffiti 4!
Boricua Films Announces Urban Graffiti 4 Live Slam Festival To Be Slated For 10/11/03 (tags)
Actor vs. Actor * Poet vs. Poet - Latinos, African-Americans, Caucasian, Asian, Native American and all races unite on one stage to have a VOICE AND BE CREATIVE ARTISTS!
Transgenders: LA Times Still Doesn’t Get It. (tags)
Times "Readers Representative" defends use of male pronoun-refences to dead trans woman, states meeting with queer rights group would be unproductive.
A Requiem In Celebration of Gwen Araujo (tags)
The premiere performance of " The Transfigured Body (2003)", a multi-media performance piece celebrating the life of Gwen Araujo, a slain transgender teenager and other LBT individuals The premiere performance will be held July 30th at 7:00 p. m. at: Metropolitan Community Church, Los Angeles 8714 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood CA, 90069
The Transfigured Body (2003) (tags)
The premiere performance will be held July 30th 7:00 at: Metropolitan Community Church, Los Angeles 8714 Santa Monica Blvd., West Hollywood CA, 90069. Admission is free. A Requiem In Celebration of Gwen Araujo: The Transfigured Body (2003) is a multi-media performance piece celebrating the life of Gwen Araujo, a slain transgender teenager and other LBT individuals who have fallen victim to crimes of hate.
L.A. Gay Activist Expands Gay Marriage Battle (tags)
LA Gay Activist Rev. Troy Perry, the first Southern Californian to be legally married in Canada, to fight for us recognition.
LA Gay Leader Legally Married In Canada (tags)
LA Gay Rights Leader Legally Marries Same-Sex Partner in Canada; Announces Plans To fight for US Legal Recognition
more pictures from the West Hollywood rally when Supreme Court threw out homophobic sodomy laws.
33rd Annual Los Angeles LGBT Pride Parade & Festival (tags)
June 21-22 West Hollywood, California A community as diverse as the rainbow fills Santa Monica Blvd. Freedom from persecution and the right to the pursuit of happiness has been a long time coming. The Supreme Court’s ruling this week, striking down anti-gay law in Texas, would not have been possible with a Bush appointed court.
Sunday June 22: HOW MANY TRANSGENDERS HAVE TO DIE BEFORE YOU GET INVOLVED? (tags)
On Sunday June 22, 2003 at West Hollywood's LBGT Pride Parade, Transgenders and their allies will march as a coalition to bring awareness of the atrocities that are happening to the transgender community fueled by hate.
Transgenders Critque Media June11 @ WeHo Auditiorium (tags)
As part of "Transgender Awareness and Appreciation Week" the City of West Hollywood's Transgender Task Force and GLAAD (the Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) will co-host a town hall forum on "Media Coverage of the Transgender Community" June 11
Gay / Lesbian / Bisexual / Transgender community awaits Supreme Court ruling (tags)
In the land of the free, what business does the government have in your bedroom? Can gay celibacy be imposed by law? Supreme court to decide Texas Sodomy case. GLBT community prepares to celebrate or protest.
Transgender Readings June12 @ WeHo Bookstore (tags)
West Hollywood's A Different Light Bookstore will host a night of readings by Female-to-Male and Male-to-FemaleTransgender spoken word artists, as part of the City's Transgender Awareness Week.
Trannys to Protest Critic's Speech at UCLA on June 2 (tags)
Transgender activists plan to protest a June 2 UCLA speech by J. Michael Bailey, a psychologist from Northwestern University, who claims to base his work"The Men Who Would Be Queen" on scientific evidence, but which activists say is not supported by science and wrongly stereotypes Transgenders.
ACTION ALERT: CANDLELIGHT VIGILS FOR PEACE 3/16/03 (tags)
From MoveOn.org, a candlelight call for peace.
THE QUEEN IS DEAD - [BUT DON'T TELL THE PEASANTS] (tags)
Transgenders: Queen Mary Show Lounge, Studio City, closed February 23, without notice to patrons or employees after more than 40 years of hosting the TG community.
Call LA City Council to Support Anti-War Resolution (tags)
On Feb. 18, seven members of the Los Angeles City Council voted "yes" today after Eric Garcetti eloquently introduced the No War In Iraq resolution which was seconded by Ruth Galanter. The only problem at City Council today was IT NEEDED 8 VOTES TO PASS! The seven voting "yes"---Cindy Miscikowski, Ed Reyes, Nate Holden, Janice Hahn, Ruth Galanter, Tom LaBonge and Eric Garcetti------needed an eighth vote. Please join us City Council again on Friday, Feb. 21 10:00 a.m. City Hall Chambers for what could be a historic day if we get the votes!
54 cities so far pass peace resolutions! (tags)
As of January 29, 54 city councils and other civic bodies have passed resolutions opposing war with Iraq.
West HOllywood passes Anti-War Resolution (tags)
Anti-War Resolution Passes West Hollywood City Council
More Injustice vs. Trans/Gays in Second Hate Crime. (tags)
While the gay & trans community expressed outrage this week over DA Cooley, the courts release a tranny basher on low bail.
Media Advisory: Stopping Anti-Gay Violence in West Hollywood - a panel discussion and public forum
ADL Welcomes New Los Angeles Regional Director (tags)
Amanda Susskind, a prominent Los Angeles attorney with more than two decades of experience as a public and local Jewish community leader, has been named Director of the Anti-Defamation League (ADL) Pacific Southwest Regional Office.
Marijuana club faces property seizure (tags)
The Department of Justice ( news - web sites) is working to seize the real estate assets of a gay-run pot club in West Hollywood, Calif.
LACRC PATIENT HUNGER STRIKE AND VIGIL (tags)
We’ve issued two demands: 1)A fair and just settlement of LACRC legal issues and claims 2) Meaningful goodfaith dialogue to resolve the state/ federal impasse. We will continue our vigil until they are met. We want George Bush, John Ashcroft and DEA chief Asa Hutchinson to know that we are serious.
Pride Month Perspective: TRANS-UNITY 2002 AND OTHER SUCCESSES INSPIRE TR (tags)
In 2001-2002 the Los Angeles Transgender community achieved new visibility and successes, and overcame some adversity, which should inspire us for the year ahead.
TRANSGENDERS JOIN MARCH AGAINST HATE BEFORE ANNUAL UNITY FESTIVAL THIS WEEKEND (tags)
Los Angeles Transgenders will kick off LA's Annual Pride Week with a barbecue and March Against Hate this Friday in West Hollywood, before hosting their 3rd annual Trans Unity Festival at Hollywood's Gay & Lesbian Center Village all day Saturday.
Pic #6 May 18th Garment Workers Protest FOREVER XXI (tags)
Location: West Hollywood CA Info: www.Sweatshopwatch.org Forever 21's Beverly Center storefront. Projected earnings for 2001 were up to $400 million. (As reported by the Garment Worker Center)
Pic #5 May 18th Garment Workers Protest FOREVER XXI (tags)
Location: West Hollywood CA Info: www.Sweatshopwatch.org Comment: The man carrying the green lettered sign is referring to Forever 21's hiring of the law firm, Lathan and Watkins to defend them while refusing to negotiate with the workers. (As reported by the Garment Worker Center)
Pic #4 May 18th Garment Workers Protest FOREVER XXI (tags)
Location: West Hollywood CA Info: www.Sweatshopwatch.org Comment: Digital alteration of the event, people and signs on a backdrop of the Beverly Center. The outside escalator looks like RTD buses mitered up the wall.
Pic #3 May 18th Garment Workers Protest FOREVER XXI (tags)
Location: West Hollywood CA Info: www.Sweatshopwatch.org Comment: It's hard enough to make ends meet. Short changing families hinder our children's future, please help to end unfair labor practices.
Pic #2 May 18th Garment Workers Protest FOREVER XXI (tags)
Location: West Hollywood CA Info: www.Sweatshopwatch.org Comment: Security personnel keep a watchful eye. The right to assemble and free speech are tolerated, for now.
Pic #1 May 18th Garment Workers Protest FOREVER XXI (tags)
Location: West Hollywood CA Information: www.Sweatshopwatch.org Comment: Workers carry signs calling for the boycott of Forever XXI and an end to sweatshop factories. Workers demand back wages and a better work envronment. Beverly Center security records the event.
WEST HOLLYWOOD UPDATE: TUESDAY IS D-DAY FOR CLUB 7969 @CITY COUNCIL (tags)
Club 7969 [Peanuts] hopes it can convince the West Hollywood City Council this Tuesday night to reverse the Business License Commisssion' closure of its renowned transgender, youth and lesbian nightclubs.
Common Terrorist Threats (tags)
Please read the following educational piece about free speech. Then answer the following questions: 1. Were the student and the rapper fully cognizant of what they were doing when they made the threats? Explain. 2. Are people more comfortable with inflamatory language in the movies than in real life? Explain.
"TOLERANT CITY OF WEST HOLLYWOOD MAY CLOSE TRANSGENDER, YOUTH & LESBIAN CLUB (tags)
All white commission in allegedly tolerant City of West Hollywood threatens closure of famous club for predominatley minority transgenders, youths & lesbians
Protest DEA Bust of Cannabis Resource Center (tags)
The DEA raided the Cannabis Resource Center, SoCal's best source of medical marijuana. Protest Friday 2PM at West Hollywood City Hall.
A DAY FOR PEACE IN WESTWOOD (tags)
Between two and three thousand people gathered at the Federal Building in Westwood, California Saturday, joining in solidarity with the September 29th nation wide protest against the pending war on Afghanistan.
Raisethefist.com drops banner over West Hollywood, "CIA CREATED BIN LADEN ...... (tags)
Raisethefist.com has dropped a wonderful banner over a freeway overpass in west Hollywood for all to see.
Garment Workers Launch Campaign Against Local Sweatshop (tags)
Los Angeles-Nineteen garment workers are joining together to launch a public campaign against Forever 21, a popular retailer of young women's clothing. Picket and press conference Thursday, 9/6. Join the fight against sweatshops.
NASCENT TRANSGENDER ACTIVISTS PROD WEST HOLLYWOOD FOR CHANGE (tags)
Transgenders' appearance Tuesday before West Hollywood community meeting signals new era of activism for previously quiescent minority.
NASCENT TRANSGENDER ACTIVISTS PROD WE HO FOR SOCIAL SERVICES, CURBS ON COPS (tags)
Transdenders' apperance Tuesday before West Hollywood community meeting pleading for social services and limits on policing signals new activism by group previously quiescent.
LA TRANSEXUALS STRUGGLE FOR RESPECT (tags)
Los Angeles/Hollywood male & fimaleTransgenders and Transexuals, facing the challenge of achieving acceptance and respect from law enforcement, family and community in general, speak out at West Hollywood forum.
Day 24 on the MTA Picket Line (tags)
Interviews with MTA drivers on the 24th day of the strike.