Issue 36 – The Mental Health & PRIDE Celebration Issue!
Browse the articles below, or read the entire issue as it was printed here.
Hustla Ball Returns
HustlaBall returns to Las Vegas January 13-16, 2022, for its eighth year of sex positive mischief of the highest order. The worldwide phenomenon returns bringing some of the hottest international names in entertainment and nightlife, as it has for nearly a decade.
Holiday Queer
When you are queer, the holiday season is a time for family, your favorite foods and the underlying feeling that you will never belong. This season is difficult at best for most people, add being queer to that mix and more times than not it’s going to stir up a lot of unexpected and unwelcomed emotions.
JoJo Siwa and the Next Generation of LGBTQ+ Superstars
Since JoJo Siwa got on the scene she has done everything a little different and a little better than the generation before. Her larger-than-life personality and even bigger hair bows helped her burn and turn to the fast lane of popularity.
Talking ‘About TurnAbout
On October 2nd the music will play, the wigs will fly, and the lights will rise on Las Vegas PRIDE’s Annual TurnAbout event.
Kataluna Enriquez: History in the Making
In a stunning rainbow gown, she designed herself, Kataluna Enriquez exploded on to the national scene making history as Miss Nevada USA.
National Coming Out Day
Did you know that October is not only LGBTQ+ History Month but also the month in which we celebrate National Coming Out day?
Proud Brits
The UK is and has been at the forefront of LGBTQ+ rights for a long time. We reached out to Emily Cloke, British Consul General for the Southwest US, to learn more about what the British Consulate is doing in this part of the country.
RuPaul’s Drag Race Live!
RuPaul’s Drag Race Live!, is back at Flamingo Las Vegas. Tickets for performances through Friday, Dec. 31, 2021, are on sale now.
Queery Seattle
Emily Bryan will tell you that Queery Seattle is, “A queer-owned and operated creative agency that prices unique community resources and programs to help the queer community. Using branding, content, strategy, and creativity to give back and help elevate our LGBTQIA+ family.”
Naked Boys Singing! Las Vegas
After shattering records with its twenty-year off-Broadway run, Naked Boys Singing! began an 11-week Las Vegas residency at The Jewel Box Theatre last month.
Diana Tours Puerto Vallarta
Diana’s Tours has seen thousands of LGBTQ+ travelers to date and DeCoste’s vision, attention to detail, perseverance, and ability to meet the needs of her clients has set Diana’s Tours apart.
The Challenging Lives Changing Minds Foundation Heads to Las Vegas
The LV Eddie Challenging Lives Changing Minds (CMCL) Foundation, Inc. will soon be joining the ranks with the persons and organizations who have left their imprint on Las Vegas.
Meet the 2021 Las Vegas PRIDE Royalty
Mr. & Miss Las Vegas PRIDE – Mikey Choy Foo and Midori Ice would like to introduce themselves to the Las Vegas community.
Project Nunway
The always-outrageous Sin Sity Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence proudly announces their annual Project Nunway Challenge fashion show event on Saturday, Nov. 13, 2021 at the New Orleans Square courtyard in The Historic Commercial Center District.
World Mental Health Day
Did you know there is a day dedicated to bringing awareness to mental health issues, not only locally, but around the world and to mobilize efforts in support of mental health? World Mental Health Day is formally recognized on October 10 every year.
Gender Justice Nevada
Gender Justice Nevada was founded in 2011. They champion the healing, dignity and just for LGBTQ+ people including transgender, non-binary, gender non-conforming, intersex and other gender diverse people.
Artisan Alley
Vegas Womens’ Fest is proud to work with local artists and creators to bring Artisan Alley to Las Vegas PRIDE 2021! Meet some of our featured artists.
Gay Tripping – Gilcrease Orchard
There are plenty of reasons to gay trip in town this fall. Make a day of it. From Gilcrease Orchards in the northwest, to the Clark County Wetlands in the east, the weather is perfect to start getting outdoors and enjoying the outside again.
Saving in Your 40s & 50s – It’s Never Too Late To Get Started
Will I have enough money to retire? It’s a common question and one that has increased in magnitude lately, especially for people saving in their 40s and 50s.
Bursting Through
Queer men of my generation were raised to be straight. I have to believe it wasn’t done out of malice but lack of knowledge. That didn’t make it any less damaging or the journey to self-acceptance any less brutal. To that end, I have spent a lot of time seeking validation. Sadly, in my community that does not make me special, but all too ordinary.
Building HOUSE is Coming to Las Vegas
Judy Bowenwiener and Dr. Jason Flatt of UNLV School of Public Health have founded a new group, Building HOUSE Las Vegas. This new group is working with local leaders to create affordable and welcoming housing for LGBTQIA+ people aged 50+ in Las Vegas.
Letter from the Editor
On behalf of the Las Vegas PRIDE Board of Directors, I am proud to welcome you to the PRIDE Month edition of Las Vegas PRIDE Magazine.