Happy Thanksgiving, family! Today we’re grateful for YOU. For your courage, your joy, your resilience, and the community we continue to build together. We hope your day is filled with love, comfort, and delicious food. Remember: you are valid, you are loved, & you always have a place with us

Sunday, June 15, 12-3PM: Hop aboard our iconic double-decker bus, sashay to local breweries including RAK, Monocacy, and Sandbox; and enjoy drag shows between pours. Seats are limited—grab your ticket now and let the queens steer your sip-by-sip adventure! tinyurl.com/DragBreweryT...

A federal judge has halted efforts by former President Trump to exclude transgender individuals from military service. U.S. District Judge Ana C. Reyes ruled against a Department of Defense policy aimed at removing these service members.

Federal court blocks transgender military ban in GLAD Law and NCLR case Talbott v. Trump - GLAD Law

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Sam Nordquist’s murder isn’t an isolated event—it’s part of a growing wave of violence against LGBTQ+ people. We must fight back against the rhetoric & policies fueling this hate. Silence is complicity. #SayTheirName

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Sam Nordquist should still be alive today. This horrific, heartbreaking killing comes at a time of heightened nationwide attacks against trans people led by a federal administration hellbent on erasing trans existence. Black trans lives matter. Trans people will not be erased. bit.ly/41i55th

Hey, Fam. We want you to get out and show support tonight. It’s a snow day, so let’s use this free time to be a force of change. Let’s show our local queer youth support.

Due to the incoming snow, there will be no POTP meetup held this evening. Stay safe and warm. See you next week.

We've created a tracker that covers all executive orders affecting LGBTQ folks along with federal and state legislation. We're at 334 anti-LGBTQ bills. docs.google.com/spreadsheets... Credit @alli.gay @erininthemorning.com @evanurquhart.bsky.social @miralazine.bsky.social @lizsaila.bsky.social

Join us this evening for our next installment in our Self-Defense Awareness Month series. Come Meet, Greet, Chat and Learn with local businesses, Precision Point Shooting & Training and Cyrus Sethna of Maryland Defensive Concepts. Tonight 5:30-9PM. Presentations at 7pm. #defendyourself

An arsonist targeted Freddie’s Beach Bar, a cherished LGBTQ+ space in Arlington, threatening a vital community haven. This attack is a stark reminder of the hate our spaces face. We stand with Freddie’s as they rebuild. Hate won’t win. #ProtectLGBTQSpaces

Arsonist Sets Fire to Freddie's Beach Bar in Arlington

Freddie's Beach Bar was one of three Arlington businesses to be targeted by an arsonist, who set fire to the gay bar's main entrance.

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Today Jan 12, 2025 Enfys J. Book (they/them), Pagan author of the forthcoming Queer Rites: joins forces with DMV-based burlesque producer and performer Diva Darling (Smut Slam Baltimore & DC, The SpeakTeasy, Tiresias' Tits ) to throw a launch party cabaret that's witchy, queer, magical, and sexy af.

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Self-Defense Awareness Month: Firearms Familiarization & De-Escalation Techniques Join us on Tuesday, January 21, 2025, from 5:30-9:00 PM on the patio as we kick off Self-Defense Awareness Month with an informative and empowering event! Guest presentation will start 7pm.

Join us on January 8th, 2025, as we support @pflagfrederick.bsky.social and local #LGBTQ+ youth at the Frederick County Public School Board meeting. We support Policy 443 and the protection of transgender and gender non-conforming students.

A new year is here, full of possibilities, growth, and endless opportunities to shine even brighter. May 2025 be filled with love, peace, and empowerment as we continue to embrace our true selves and support one another.

As we enter this season of joy & reflection, we wish to honor the diverse faiths and traditions within our community. Whether you celebrate Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or simply enjoying a Wednesday, we stand united in love, acceptance, & the celebration of each unique light we bring to the world.

Maryland implemented a shield law to protect patients and providers of gender-affirming care, joining a growing coalition of states pushing back against harmful anti-trans policies across the nation.

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2024 was a year of extremes for LGBTQ rights: 18 states passed anti-LGBTQ laws targeting trans care & rights, while 13 states enacted pro-LGBTQ protections. Bright spots include marriage equality protections & trans healthcare shields. The fight continues in 2025! 🌈✊ #LGBTQRights #Resistance

Meet Austin Rivers, the founder of Knit the Rainbow, a nonprofit transforming yarn into hope for #LGBTQ+ homeless youth. With over 550 knitters nationwide, they've donated more than 25,000 handmade garments to #queer youth in need. 🏳️Join the movement! Check them out and be part of the change!

These knitters are keeping thousands of LGBTQ homeless youths cozy this winter

Knit the Rainbow has handmade and delivered more than 25,000 winter garments to young people in need through local nonprofits.

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The "new" KOSA is just the old censorship trap with a shiny new endorsement from Elon Musk. It threatens LGBTQ+ communities, free speech, and vital online resources. Congress, listen to the experts: #StopKOSA now. 🛑🏳️‍🌈

New KOSA, Same As Old KOSA, But Now With Elon’s Ignorant Endorsement

The censors are making a big push on the new version of “KOSPA,” which is the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA) merged with a problematic privacy bill (hence the “P”). Over the weekend, Senator Marsha …

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Who else is working to create safe spaces for #LGBTQIA+ youth? Share your orgs, #resources, or success stories. Let's spotlight those making a difference and keep the momentum going.

Understanding the Stakes LGBTQIA+ youth face unique challenges, but affirmation and inclusion from adults can make all the difference. A safe, accepting environment isn't just nice—it's lifesaving. Let's do better for the 61,100 Michigan students who need us. 🏳️‍🌈💜 #InclusiveSpaces #YouthSupport

Creating inclusive and affirming spaces for LGBTQIA+ youth: Part 1

LGBTQIA+ youth exhibit remarkable resilience and thrive when they cultivate supportive relationships within their community and receive affirmation from caring adults and peers.

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Michigan GOP Rep. Josh Schriver wants to make gay marriage illegal again. 🏳️‍🌈❌ But Michigan Dems aren't having it: "Controversial, extreme, and anti-family," says Rep. Jason Morgan. AG Dana Nessel calls it out as hate. Love and equality are Michigan values—and we're not going back. 💪 #LoveWins

Michigan Republican says gay marriage should be illegal

Michigan state Rep. Josh Schriver (R) rebuked gay marriage in a Monday social media post that has drawn backlash from some of the state’s top Democrats. “Make gay marriage illegal again,” Schriver …

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Another awesome starter pack of authors to follow! #GMLGB #writingcommunity 🌈📚 💙📚 📚👀

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Prattville Pride will be marching in the Christmas parade after a federal judge ruled against their exclusion. 🎄🏳️‍🌈✨ Because #inclusion is safety, and #love always belongs in the holiday spirit. Here's to a brighter, prouder season—and more of this to come! 🌟 #PrideParade #FrederickMD

Judge sides with 'Prattville Pride,' orders city to allow LGBTQ group's float into Christmas parade

An LGBTQ+ pride group that was blocked from participating in Prattville’s annual Christmas parade because of “safety concerns" will march on following a federal hearing.

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An Ohio teacher suspended for having LGBTQ+ books in her class? 🏳️‍🌈 Looks like respecting all kids is “controversial” now. Karen Cahall’s courage says it loud: every child deserves to feel seen & loved. This fight isn’t over, friends—expect more pages to turn! ✊✨ #LetKidsRead #BannedBooks #FrederickMD

Ohio teacher suspended for having LGBTQ books in classroom. Now she's suing the district

An Ohio elementary teacher is suing her school district after she was disciplined for having books with LGBTQ characters in her classroom library.

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✨ Looks like Wicked has some folks trembling in their ruby slippers again! 🧙‍♀️🌈 While One Million Moms (all 18 of them 😏) clutch their pearls, we’re here for #queerness, #friendship, and a bit of magick. Don't let the haters steal your sparkle—be wonderfully wicked! 💚 #WickedlyInclusive #FrederickMD

"Wicked" pushing "LGBTQ agenda" sparks conservative boycott

One Million Moms is protesting the depiction of LGBTQ+ characters and witches within the movie "Wicked."

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🌈 Join #FrederickCUUPS & Enfys J. Book for a transformative workshop exploring #magickal rituals to honor #queer rites of passage! ✨ From coming out to celebrating chosen family, learn how to mark these milestones with personal, profound, and powerful practices. 🕯️ Details: tinyurl.com/uh9jw8x8

In honor of the official start of the holidays, please listen back to one of my favorite interviews to have worked on (my gay little heart almost gave out): 'It's freedom': Cher on singing, her mother and her first holiday album, 'Christmas' www.npr.org/2023/11/04/1...

'It's freedom': Cher on singing, her mother and her first holiday album, 'Christmas'

A first in a career spanning six decades: Cher has a Christmas album. She talked with NPR about her mother, her experience working with Stevie Wonder, and the time she hopped a freight train at age 9.

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