Theintroduction is effortlessly the most critical part an essay. In circumstance the author triumphs to concentrate more on the genuine issue, the essay can just clean a move. Close examination of the qualified. Many homework should be composed within the …
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How does a girl from a tiny waterfront town in Australia's northern territory rise to become a multi-platinum award-winning recording artist, amass countless fans around the globe, and form her very own record label? For VASSY, it all boils down …
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For Immediate Release: June 8, 2019Contact: Luke Blankenship Executive Director, St Pete Pride luke@stpetepride.com (813) 751-7037 St. Petersburg, FL (June 8, 2019) – St Pete Pride was informed over the weekend that singer and recording artist Rita Ora has …
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Saint Petersburg, FL: St Pete Pride announced the three individuals and a local organization recognized as Grand Marshals during this year’s festivities. The Grand Marshal selection was made through votes from the community and a final election led by St …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Luke Blankenship, Executive Director Email: luke@stpetepride.com Phone: 727-342-0084 St. Petersburg, FL, May 23, 2019 – St Pete Pride is thrilled to release the 2019 TransPride March commemorative t-shirt featuring artwork by Elliott Darrow, a 21-year-old transgender …
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This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall riots in New York City, a pivotal moment in the pursuit of LGBTQ equality and civil rights in the U.S. With the recent gains made by the LGBTQ community in social …
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Daniel Christian, a distinguished army veteran. During his tours overseas, he met people of various cultures and backgrounds that changed his life. Below, Daniel describes the tragic events of two individuals, Aaminah and Pranaya. In their memory, Daniel founded an LGBTQ+ rights organization, Gender Unlimited, USA. …
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Lisa Loeb is a singer/songwriter, producer, touring artist, actor, author and philanthropist who started her career with the platinum-selling number (or No.) 1 hit song, “Stay (I Missed You)” from the film Reality Bites, as well as two back-to-back albums that were …
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Luke Blankenship Executive Director St Pete Pride, Inc. luke@stpetepride.com 727-342-0084 www.stpetepride.com SAINT PETERSBURG, Fla.: St Pete Pride announced a new title partnership with Clearwater-based, global technology company, Tech Data. Florida’s Largest LGBTQ+ Parade Celebration will be headlined by one of …
Continue ReadingVoting has ended for 2019. Watch here and the St Pete Pride Facebook page for updates.
Commissioner Long is no stranger to public service and a pillar of Florida politics for decades. In 2002, she was elected to the Seminole City Council and elected again in 2004 without opposition. In 2006, she was elected as a …
Continue ReadingTheo comes from a large Greek/Filipino family brought up with strong values and a community minded spirit. He has devoted much of his adult life on advocating for individuals where their voice is left unheard due discrimination or lack of …
Continue ReadingFamily Resources has been providing shelter for vulnerable youth in Pinellas County since 1978. In 2013, the agency opened one of the first transitional living programs in the state to specifically serve LGBTQ+ homeless and transitional youth. In 2016, Family …
Continue Reading6S Boutique is LGBT owned and operated. 6S has proudly been a part of St. Petersburg and the Tampa Bay area since February 2011. With sass and class, open, loving hearts and minds, we happily serve our more than 3000 …
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Luke Blankenship Executive Director St Pete Pride Email: luke@stpetepride.com Phone: 727-342-0084 St. Petersburg, FL, March 31, 2019 – Each year on March 31st Transgender Day of Visibility (TDOV) is celebrated around the world to honor the courage …
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Who is your hero and who do you look up to in our community? Tell us about them, tell us a story that will pull on our heartstrings. Please make sure you let your hero you are nominating them. You can nominate a person, organization or business. They will be highlighted across our various events, including our Kick-off Party and fabulous St Pete …
Continue ReadingSt Pete Pride Board of Directors Meeting Meeting Minutes Tuesday, March 20th, 2018 Metro Welcome Center – 2227 Central Ave / St. Petersburg, FL 33713 Board Members in Attendance: Chrys Bundy Laura Legarreta J. Aller Stanley Solomons (called in) Susan …
Continue ReadingThe St. Pete Pride Board of Directors encourages interested community members to attend its meetings and speak about issues of concern to them. The dates and times are published on the organization’s website. In order to ensure that all interested …
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Luke Blankenship Executive Director St Pete Pride, Inc. luke@stpetepride.com 727-342-0084 www.stpetepride.com Saint Petersburg, FL: St Pete Pride announced the itinerary of events over the span of Wednesday, June 19th through Sunday, June 23rd and relayed the new headliner for the …
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Luke Blankenship Executive Director St Pete Pride, Inc. luke@stpetepride.com 727-342-0084 www.stpetepride.com Saint Petersburg, FL: St Pete Pride announced two new avenues to promote and further enhance the celebration of inclusion and diversity. As the largest LGBT celebration in the state …
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Beth Sacks (New York City) - International House Artist has been working with International Circuit Remixer and Producer DJ Aron since 2012. Hit tracks that continue to play around the world at many major circuit parties include 'Let's Burn It …
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Erik Swope-Wise is the Fine Jewelry Complex Manager at Macy’s and Jada, a fashion model in New York City. Erik runs and funds an LGBTQ+ safe house in Nigeria and is a former pastor. This is a story of their journeys and a cultural background of what it’s like to …
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Tampa, FL -- The Tampa Bay Diversity Chamber of Commerce will host the National LGBT Chamber of Commerce (NGLCC) 2019 International Business & Leadership Conference in Tampa, FL. This world-renowned conference is the largest LGBT business event in the world …
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By: Miguel Fuller Photo: Jake (L), Andy (R) “Jake, are you sure you want me to stay here? Your date is about to show up!” That’s a conversation I had with one of my friends almost two years ago. We …
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Amanda Patanow is a 13th generation Floridian and proud resident of downtown St. Pete whose dedication to community and the transformative power of local business began in childhood at her grandparents’ small-town gas and grocery store. Amanda is passionate about …
Continue ReadingAlexis De La Merr was born in New York in 1965, and has lived her life on Long Island with her parents until about 15 years ago. Being an only child she kept busy being creative by coloring and putting …
Continue ReadingStreet Warriors is a grass roots group who want to help the invisible people in the community become visible again. We serve food and hope to those who live on the street. Over the years, we have added others groups …
Continue ReadingSam(ira) Obeid identifies as a masculine performing Indian lesbian immigrant who was raised Hindu on her mother’s side of the family and Muslim on her father’s side. Moving to the US in 2007 to pursue a Master’s degree, Sam travelled …
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Business/Organization Nominees 6S Boutique6S Boutique is LGBT owned and operated. 6S has proudly been a part of St. Petersburg and the Tampa Bay area since February 2011. With sass and class, open, loving hearts and minds, we happily serve our …
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Job Description: Part-time Position St Pete Pride Mission The purpose of St Pete Pride is to promote unity, visibility, self-esteem and a positive image of and among the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) community of Tampa Bay and throughout …
Continue ReadingProgram Changes and CancellationsProgram listing, dates, venues, and prices for all events are subject to change. If an event presented by St Pete Pride is cancelled or postponed, we will announce the change—if time permits—by e-mail, phone, a letter sent …
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