New Orleans Advocates for LGBTQ+ Elders (NOAGE) is hosting a fundraiser gala on Friday, November 22, 7-10PM, at the New Orleans Culinary and Hospitality Institute (NOCHI). Tickets are available online now at noagenola.org. The last several NOAGE galas have sold out in advance, and there will be no tickets available at the door, so be sure to get your tickets as soon as … [Read more...] about The 2024 NOAGE Gala: Celebrating a Decade of NOAGE!
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Tower Grove Pride + Krewe of Armenius
In many ways the cities of New Orleans and St. Louis has been considered sister cities for many reasons. Although I would not say they are twins, but they do have a multitude of similarities starting with both are tied together by the Mississippi River which makes both cities ideal stops for the river cruise lines. Both cities were founded before the birth of the … [Read more...] about Tower Grove Pride + Krewe of Armenius
Obituary: Adam Steg
Adam Steg, August 6, 1955-August 30, 2024. Adam was born and raised in New Orleans. His father James was a well-known artist and art professor at Tulane. Adam graduated from Newman High School in 1973 and Syracuse University in 1976 with a B.A. in Media, specializing in Animation and Video. Adam worked at the French Consulate in New Orleans for many years and was Director of … [Read more...] about Obituary: Adam Steg
Integrity Health and Wellness and New Orleans Lambda Center Launch “SOBER 4 TODAY” Initiative at Southern Decadence 2024
New Orleans, LA – August 27, 2024 – As Southern Decadence, one of the largest LGBTQ+ events in New Orleans and the United States, approaches this weekend, Integrity Health and Wellness, a local and holistic primary care practice, in collaboration with the New Orleans Lambda Center, the LGBTQ+ recovery clubhouse, is proud to announce the launch of the "SOBER 4 TODAY" initiative. … [Read more...] about Integrity Health and Wellness and New Orleans Lambda Center Launch “SOBER 4 TODAY” Initiative at Southern Decadence 2024
Ambush Magazine Announces the Winners of the 34th Annual Gay Appreciation Awards
Ambush Magazine is pleased to announce the winners in each category of the Gay Appreciation Awards (GAA). Winners were announced at the GAA Gala which was held at Oz on Saturday, August 24th. The GAAs were hosted by French Quarter Personalities Jeffrey Palmquist and Frank Perez with Felicia Phillips and Tony Leggio working the Red Carper as guests arrived. Over 5,000 people … [Read more...] about Ambush Magazine Announces the Winners of the 34th Annual Gay Appreciation Awards
An Interview with Kenn Mitchell
For five decades, Kenneth “Kenn” Mitchell has been a community advocate and political activist in New Orleans. He has been involved with countless community organizations and initiatives, including LAGPAC, Project Brotherhood, and NOAGE, to name just a few. He was recently honored with the Carmen Vázquez SAGE Award for Excellence in Leadership on Aging. JM: Hi, Kenn. Thank … [Read more...] about An Interview with Kenn Mitchell
NOLA Radical Faeries’ PoP Ball XX
Demon, the New Orleans Radical Faeries reigning Prince of Perversion, invites all to the annual PoP Ball to be held this year at 708 Touro Street in the Marigny Triangle (go thru the gate & down the alley). The festivities will begin on Friday, August 30, at 7pm and go till Midnight, with the Collaring/Sashing of the new Prince at 7:45pm-ish. Referencing the upcoming … [Read more...] about NOLA Radical Faeries’ PoP Ball XX
2024 GAA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient: Noel Twilbeck
The recipient of the 2024 GAA Lifetime Achievement Award is Noel Twilbeck. As a young man still in the closet, the advent of the AIDS epidemic in the 1980s initially terrified Twilbeck. He first thought was to stay in the closet, but he changed his mind and embarked on a career fighting the disease. He began as a volunteer with the NO/AIDS Task Force in 1987, was hired … [Read more...] about 2024 GAA Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient: Noel Twilbeck
Allies Against Cancer
The LGBTQ+ community and allies gather to equalize cancer outcomes for all. Every cancer. Every life. The 3rd annual Allies Against Cancer event raises awareness and funds to combat the disproportionate rates of cancer in the LGBTQ+ community. Kicking off decadence weekend, Allies Against Cancer will host Drag Race legend Jujubee, Debbie with a D, Laveau Contraire, and many … [Read more...] about Allies Against Cancer
Get Ready for the Ultimate Southern Decadence Bash!
Deryck Todd Brings the Big Apple to the Big Easy for Southern Decadence at Virgin Hotels New Orleans New Orleans, LA – Hold on to your beads! Deryck Todd is parading from the Big Apple to the Big Easy to host the most dazzling Southern Decadence bash at Virgin Hotels New Orleans. Prepare for electrifying DJs, jaw-dropping performances, and sultry burlesque to shake up your … [Read more...] about Get Ready for the Ultimate Southern Decadence Bash!
