Whenever I travel, I love visiting gay bars in other cities. And one of my favorite bars is very close to New Orleans in Gulfport, Mississippi. Sipps is a fabulous LGBTQ+ venue with a relaxing atmosphere, great events and some of the best bartenders. My bartender for the month of April is Jacob Simmons. Originally from Cleveland, Mississippi, Jacob has lived in … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight
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Under the Gaydar (April 2022 Event Calendar)
April is a gorgeous time in New Orleans with so many great things to see and do. One noteworthy event is the Gay Easter Parade and the weekend of events that happen with it like Bunnies in the Big Easy and The Marigny Bunny Hop. Here are just some of the hot happenings in April to put on your “Gaydar.” If you want your event listed, send me an email at … [Read more...] about Under the Gaydar (April 2022 Event Calendar)
Drag Queen Profile: Coca Mesa
Where are you originally from? How did you end up in New Orleans? Terrytown, LA, but I reside in NOLA. How long have you been doing drag? Since the year 2000. How did you select your drag name? Collecting Coca-Cola memorabilia. Do you hold any titles? If so, which ones? Southern Decadence Grand Marshal XLIII, 2017 plus Miss New Orleans America, 2004. … [Read more...] about Drag Queen Profile: Coca Mesa
Trodding the Boards March 22, 2022
One Night with Billie & Ella at the WWII Museum’s Stage Door Canteen through March 27 If you want to enjoy 75 minutes of music from the Great American Songbook performed by a pair of local songstresses channeling two of America’s musical icons, then head to the WWII Museum’s Stage Door Canteen before One Night with Billie & Ella finishes its run on Sunday, March … [Read more...] about Trodding the Boards March 22, 2022
Stonewall Sports New Orleans is looking for leaders
Stonewall Sports - New Orleans is an LGBTQ & Ally community-based, non-profit sports league. Our league values each player for who they are and what they bring to the league’s community. Our mission is to provide a fun, inclusive league that promotes a vibrant LGBTQ & Ally community while fundraising for local organizations that support the betterment of all New Orleans … [Read more...] about Stonewall Sports New Orleans is looking for leaders
19th Annual Saints & Sinners Literary Festival Set for March 25-27
The annual Saints & Sinners Literary Festival will return to New Orleans later this month. The 2021 Festival was completely virtual due to the COVID pandemic. The Saints and Sinners Literary Festival was founded in 2003 as a new initiative designed as an innovative way to reach the community with information about HIV/AIDS, particularly disseminating prevention … [Read more...] about 19th Annual Saints & Sinners Literary Festival Set for March 25-27
The Official Dish on the Gay Easter Parade
Dear Ambush Nation, The Gay Easter Parade is back! After a long 2 year wait, Easter Parade Grand Marshals James Garner of the Golden Lantern and Dominique DeLorean of Oz will finally get their parade! Picked as Grand Marshals in 2020 they will lead the 21st Annual Gay Easter Parade this year on April 17th at 4:30 pm. Each year, the Parade is used as a … [Read more...] about The Official Dish on the Gay Easter Parade
Drag Queen Profile: Debbie with a D
Where are you originally from? How did you end up in New Orleans? I am originally from Baltimore (shoutout to SweetSpotBaltimore!) but I’ve been here in New Orleans for 11 years. The first time I visited New Orleans was in 2010 to help move my (at that time) ex-boyfriend to New Orleans. We were still friends and I volunteered to drive his moving truck with him from Baltimore … [Read more...] about Drag Queen Profile: Debbie with a D
A Celebration of Life: Dr. Catherine Roland
Join us as we gather for a celebration of the life and work of Dr. Catherine Roland on Saturday, March 19, 7:00-9:00PM, at Jonathan Ferrara Gallery (400A Julia St.). Her friends, colleagues, chosen family, and all who have been touched by her life and work are welcome to attend. This event is an opportunity to celebrate her remarkable life, and to share your memories … [Read more...] about A Celebration of Life: Dr. Catherine Roland
Bartender Spotlight
I have been interviewing bartenders for a long time and they all seem to have this one trait in common -- a gregarious personality. Bartenders tend to be outgoing people and have a strong desire to be around people. I also believe that they are all true entertainers even if that may not be their actual vocation. They keep us laughing, they take our mind off our problems, … [Read more...] about Bartender Spotlight
