Monday: 14 gay things to do today
• Join the dance class with Hotlanta Squares @ First MCC. 7 p.m.• "The Devil Wears Prada" screens at Movie Mondays @ Joe's. 8 p.m.
• Run with Front Runners of Atlanta (7:15 p.m.) or practice with Atlanta Harlequins Womens Rugby (7:30 p.m.).
• There's Sinful Trivia and Karaoke Idol @ Burkharts. 9:30 p.m.
• Alexandria Martin (photo) headlines Drag on the Edge @ Blake's. 11 p.m.
View the full list of gay things to do today on Project Q Atlanta's interactive community calendar. You can also submit your events. READ MORE »
Disco Divas pack bingo fundraiser for PALS
Disco came back to life on Wednesday at the monthly bingo fundraiser that supports Pets Are Loving Support with an ever-changing theme. Check out our photos. READ MORE »The aftermath of Paul McCartney in Piedmont
Blogger Matt Hennie is the founder and managing editor of Project Q Atlanta. He’s a longtime Atlanta resident who’s worked in journalism since his days as a Purple Paladin at Furman University in the early ‘90s.The Piedmont Park Conservancy, known more for its heavy-handed management of Piedmont Park than its sense of humor, probably wasn't laughing Saturday night, either.
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NeNe hits Outwrite to pitch new book
NeNe Leakes stormed Outwrite Bookstore Wednesday, bringing the outspoken style that earned her legions of gay fans from "The Real Housewives of Atlanta." Our photos catch the action. READ MORE »Sunday: 12 gay things to do today
• Make Joyful Noise Sunday @ First MCC. 11 a.m.• Sol Sundays gets poolside @ W Atlanta-Midtown. 1 p.m.
• Running of the Belles @ Amsterdam. 2 p.m.
• DJ Jay McCracken (photo) spins @ Einstein's Cocktail Hour. 3 p.m.
• Papi's Countdown to Pride @ Las Margaritas. 6 p.m.
• Armorettes She Haw III Show @ Burkhart's. 6 p.m.
• Real Men Wear Pink Party @ Django's. 10 p.m.
View the full list of gay things to do today on Project Q Atlanta's interactive community calendar. You can also submit your events. READ MORE »
Steve Brodie’s chub chasing campaign video
Um, yeah. We're really not sure what to say after watching this 30-second campaign spot from Steve Brodie.Nontraditional? That's certainly a word.
Brodie is one of six candidates in the Atlanta City Council District 6 race. He's also one of three openly-gay men -- Alex Wan and Miguel Gallegos are the others -- seeking the seat, though you wouldn't necessarily figure that out from the commercial.
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Cabaret a hit for busy Cotillion debutantes
The debutante season of the Atlanta Cotillion is in full swing, with those "gals" working it overtime to raise funds for AID Atlanta and toward this year's fundraising crown. READ MORE »Cycling your way into a triathlon
Contributing blogger Troy Meyers is a certified personal trainer and sports conditioner with more than 10 years of experience. He owns Atlanta-based JockBoyLocker.com and contributes to the site’s Lockerroom Blog.Last week, we started your triathlon training with a discussion about swimming. Now we’ll finish up with some tips about cycling and you’ll be well on the way to training for your first triathlon. can get started on your way to your first triathlon.
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Saturday: 22 gay things to do today
• Rugby 101 with Atlanta Bucks Rugby Football Club @ Walker Park. 10 a.m.• Town Hall Meeting on bullying @ Hyatt Regency Atlanta. 12 p.m.
• Let's Get Soaking Wet with Atlanta Cotillion. 1 p.m.
• Great Nationwide Kiss-In @ Piedmont Park. 2 p.m.
• Membership Recruitment Social with Hotlanta Volleyball Association. 4 p.m.
• Hotlanta Softball League Closing Party @ Jungle. 7p
• DJ Oren Nizri (photo) spins @ Jungle. 10 p.m.
View the full list of gay things to do today on Project Q Atlanta's interactive community calendar. You can also submit your events. READ MORE »
Simone Bell jumps into state House race
Community organizer Simone Bell has stepped into the campaign for the District 58 post in the Georgia General Assembly, becoming the only openly gay candidate in the race.Bell joins at least three other candidates -- attorney Asha Jackson, businessman Kevin Johnson and political consultant Michael McPherson -- in the race, a special election to fill the seat vacated earlier this year by Rep. Robin Shipp. The election is set for Nov. 3.
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Judy Shepard to promote new book in Atlanta
Judy Shepard, the mother of slain college student Matthew Shepard, an icon for activists against hate crimes, will appear in Atlanta next month to sign and promote her new book about the tragedy. READ MORE »
Kiss-In protest set for Piedmont on Saturday
The Great Nationwide Kiss-In takes place Saturday in cities across the U.S., including Atlanta and Athens. We asked organizer Alex Oxford to share why he spearheaded the Atlanta protest. READ MORE »Lady Gaga, Bill Clinton, firing flap, Utah
• Bill Clinton blames the gays, says "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" passed over lack of lobbying of Congress.• Suit on access to gay-themed Web sites at Tennessee schools is dismissed.
• LGBT groups boost Maine campaign.
• Former gay TV new anchor Charles Perez compares gay former boss to Nazi-appeasing Jews.
• Utah paper denies request to publish gay couple's wedding announcement.
• Few gay couples seeking marriage licenses in Vermont.
• Dennis the Menace to stop bullying "gay" Walter.
• Chicago woman helps HIV-positive men.
• Former reality show contestant in Russia sues over gay claims.
• Lady Gaga speaks out: "I’m gay. My music is gay. My show is gay. And I love that it’s gay." READ MORE »
Friday: 14 gay things to do today
• Enjoy the cocktail reception Chill Out & Get Happy with DIFFA @ Tap. 5:30 p.m.• Enjoy the Fourth Tuesday Happy Hour @ Paris Decatur. 6 p.m.
• The B-52s come to Cobb County @ Mable House. 8 p.m.
• Join the Elvis Tribute Party @ Bellissima. 8 p.m.
• "Bold Strokes" author Erin Dutton appears @ Charis. 8 p.m.
• Celebrate Madge's birthday with Madonnarama @ Mary's. 10 p.m.
View the full list of gay things to do today on Project Q Atlanta's interactive community calendar. You can also submit your events. READ MORE »
08-15: Bullying focus of town hall meeting
A town hall meeting Saturday will focus on bullying, which gained renewed attention since the April death of a DeKalb elementary student allegedly attacked because he was perceived as gay. READ MORE »
Dream game to benefit nine LGBT groups
Nine local LGBT groups stand to benefit from the Atlanta Dream's Community Night on Saturday when the WNBA team takes on the Seattle Storm. Kardon Events, donates $5 of each ticket sold. READ MORE »Stewie, Anna Nicole, White House, Logo
• Equality California aims to overturn Prop 8 in 2012.• HRC backs National Equality March.
• Seth MacFarlane outs baby Stewie (photo) in 'Family Guy.'
• Harvey Milk, Billie Jean King honored at White House.
• Anna Nicole Smith friend can sue, not for gay claim.
• Amid budget problems, Focus on Family sheds 'ex-gay' ministry.
• Anti-gay harassment costs Minnesota taxpayers $25,000.
• Anchorage mayor still deciding on whether to veto gay rights ordinance.
• Anti-gay rights referendum signature error rate up a bit in Washington state.
• Logo drops its news program over cost. READ MORE »
