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Queer Valentines

QSaltLake Staff — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:19:28 +0000

Nine years ago today (Valentine's Day) you asked me to marry you. Nine years ago, I did. Through every twist and turn of life, you have been there. In every harebrained idea or crazy project, you have supported me. In crisis and tragedy, you have been my rock. I couldn't ask for anything more, except another 90 years together. I love you to the moon and back again, around the world and home again.

Fabulous Business: Broadview Entertainment Arts University

Seth Bracken — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 15:52:47 +0000

Finding a job in this economy can be down-right difficult. Finding a job in the creative arts field can be nearly impossible. It’s the proper education and training that can make the difference, said Bob Trewartha, the community relation specialist with the Broadview Entertainment Arts University.

RuPaul bares all

QSaltLake Staff — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 11:04:57 +0000

Ru Paul, “Supermodel of the World,” has been in show business for two decades. He has been a recording artist, television personality, spokesperson, author and yes, even a movie star. His latest project, Ru Paul’s Drag Race is in its fourth season and is on every Monday night on the LOGO Network.

2012 Utah Legislature Preview

Seth Bracken — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:37:11 +0000

Rebounding off of Salt Lake City being crowned the Gayest City in America, the pronouncement will be put to test in the upcoming legislative session. Utah lawmakers will convene on Capitol Hill Jan. 23-March 8; and with topics ranging from reforming the Department of Alcohol and Beverage Control to statewide nondiscrimination ordinances, there’s plenty to watch for this year at the legislature.

2012 Legislative Calendar

QSaltLake Staff — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 18:04:49 +0000

Jan. 24: First day of the session.

How an idea becomes a law

QSaltLake Staff — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 17:45:33 +0000

AN IDEA IS DEVELOPED. A legislator draws from numerous sources in deciding what should be introduced in the Legislature as a bill. Major sources of ideas come from constituents, government agencies, special interest groups, lobbyists, the Governor, and the legislator.

Testifying before a legislative committee

QSaltLake Staff — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 13:49:58 +0000

Citizen participation in committee hearings impacts government policy. Legislative committees lie at the heart of Utah’s legislative process. Committee meetings are open to the public and provide a forum for citizens to express their views about proposed legislation, budgets, and other public policy issues.

Fabulous Person: Rev. Barbara Coeyman embraces diversity

Seth Bracken — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 21:25:19 +0000

It was the accepting nature of people and openness to ideas that first attracted South Valley Unitarian Universalist Society Rev. Barbara Coeyman to the church.

People of the Year Honorable Mention: The Utah Cyber Sluts

Seth Bracken — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:37:40 +0000

On the second Friday of each month, hundreds of Utah gays and allies gather for a raucous and rowdy night of bingo, hosted by the ever-so-fabulous Utah Cyber Sluts. This group of large, hairy men in dresses, wigs and absurd makeup raises thousands of dollars for different charities, participates in other fundraisers, and opens a venue for gays and their friends to enjoy themselves in a low-pressure atmosphere.

People of the Year Honorable Mention: Ruby Ridge and the Matrons of Mayhem

Seth Bracken — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 16:00:02 +0000

For three years, each third Friday of the month has been marked by wigs, polyester and absurd amounts of clown-like makeup at the First Baptist Church in Salt Lake City. Ruby Ridge and the Matrons of Mayhem bring their bingo balls, party fouls and fabulous prizes to the church to raise money for a different charity each month. Like the costumes of the fabulous ladies, the charities change from month to month, but the insanity and hilarity that ensues never does.