Coalition Builder

    The Montrose Center’s Ann Robison reflects on concluding her 35 years of service.

    Raising Funds and Raising the Bar

    Margarita Pérez Frinsco excels at building bridges among diverse communities.

    Extraterrestrial Explorations

    Performance artist Christopher Paul recasts the queer Black experience.

    Empowered Aging

    Positive Living Houston provides both community and wellness advocacy for HIV-positive seniors.

    Bam! Pow! Save Democracy Now!

    6 Degrees Dance fights back with Pop Demo.

    An Ideal Ally

    Chris Hollins hopes to advocate for marginalized communities as Houston City Controller.

    A Queer Climate Activist

    Author Sim Kern releases a new ‘anarchist climate fiction’ novel.

    Flying High with Digital Art

    Artists Alex Ramos and Billy Baccam’s immersive airport installation pushes the boundaries.

    Fashion in Bloom

    Designer Alvin Alan Ramírez Riojas premieres his first collection in October.

    Pride Galveston Kicks Off on Sept. 1

    The Island’s celebration of queer community is in its fifth year.

    Food + Drink

      August 2, 2023

      Expanding on the Beer Binary

      Hannah Schaible celebrates craft beer and queer community at Frost Town Brewing.
      July 1, 2023

      New Beachfront Hotspot Opens on the Seawall

      Michael Cassavaugh’s Island Time Beach Bar & Grill redefines Galveston’s LGBTQ nightlife scene.
      June 5, 2023

      Space City Pride Specials

      Dig into Pride month with these food and drink specials throughout Houston while contributing to the community’s betterment.
      May 4, 2023

      A Ghost Kitchen Materializes

      Levi Rollins, co-owner of Urban Eats, has launched Salt & Sugar, featuring bagels, sandwiches, and other deli delights.
      May 3, 2023

      A Safe Haven in The Woodlands

      Conduit Coffee is the suburban LGBTQ-affirming spot.
      April 4, 2023

      Fresh Local Seafood

      Mario Piña and Alli Jarrett are both serving up tempting regional flavors.
      September 1, 2022

      Do Do Some of That Voodoo

      She loves cooking the Cajun food of her home, but when she went out to Houston restaurants she could never…
      July 1, 2022

      South Beach Is Back!

      After COVID and four years of remodeling, the premier LGBTQ Houston dance spot returns to Montrose.

      Arts & Entertainment

      Black Voices

        September 1, 2023

        Extraterrestrial Explorations

        Performance artist Christopher Paul recasts the queer Black experience.
        July 1, 2023

        The Freedom to Define Your Identity

        Flawless Oz’s journey to self-acceptance started with embracing the term ‘nonbinary.’
        June 2, 2023

        Finding Pride in the Margins

        The T.R.U.T.H. Project’s Kevin Anderson reflects on his journey of self-discovery.
        June 2, 2023

        Commercial Success

        Blackberri shines again in Lizzo's YITTI ad campaign.
        May 3, 2023

        Trailblazing Journey

        Harrison Guy continues to break barriers at City Hall and in the arts.
        April 4, 2023

        Shattering Barriers

        Jessica Zyrie graced the cover of OutSmart magazine in February 2019. As a Black trans woman and model, Zyrie uses…
        February 1, 2023

        Life Well Lived

        Jordan Edwards is a tireless advocate for people living with HIV.
        February 1, 2023

        A Montrose Lifeline

        Natalie Ferguson helps Montrose Grace Place empower housing-insecure youth.
        February 1, 2023

        Houston Stylist Digs Deep

        Ty Hunter’s new memoir Makeover from Within focuses on nurturing inner beauty.
        February 1, 2023

        The Curtain Rises for Ensemble Theatre

        Paradise Blue continues a tradition of Black storytelling excellence.
        November 1, 2022

        Claiming Space for Black Trans Women

        Former Houstonian Sis moved from background actor to a character role on FX’s American Horror Story: New York City.
        February 21, 2022

        The Mahogany Project Opens Houston’s First Black Trans Resource Center

        Verniss McFarland III previews the organization’s February 26 grand opening.
        February 1, 2022

        Larry Bagneris: The Black Activist Who Gave Houston Its Pride Parade

        The New Orleans native organized the first LGBTQ celebration in 1979.
        February 1, 2022

        Leading a Liberated Life

        Life coach Shaquinta Richardson empowers professional women of color.

        Photos

        OutSmart at 30

        Trans Visablility

          August 2, 2023

          She’s Beauty. She’s Grace.

          She’s Jazell Barbie Royale, Houston’s multi-crown and title holder.
          July 19, 2023

          Is Gender Dysphoria a Mental Disorder?

          Gender dysphoria typically begins in childhood, sometimes as early as 3 years old, according to the American Psychiatric Association. But…
          July 11, 2023

          Trans Miss Netherlands Contestant Makes History

          Rikkie Kollé became the first openly trans pageant contestant to win the title.
          June 27, 2023

          Portrait of a Pioneer

          A new Monica Roberts mini-mural graces a busy Montrose intersection.
          June 26, 2023

          Lawrence v. Texas Was Just the Beginning

          Twenty years after a breakthrough Texas case launched a new era of gay rights, trans people are still in the…
          May 3, 2023

          Creating Shalom and Safe Spaces

          Ari Rosen fights for inclusion and empowering others.
          May 3, 2023

          This Is Ripley

          Ripley Tamborello reflects on her gender-affirming transition journey.
          May 3, 2023

          A Voice for Trans Equality

          Trans activist Loren Perkins’ State Capitol speech goes viral.
          April 4, 2023

          Shattering Barriers

          Jessica Zyrie graced the cover of OutSmart magazine in February 2019. As a Black trans woman and model, Zyrie uses…
          December 30, 2022

          Holistic Healer

          Liam Adair breaks down barriers and builds up his clients.
          November 1, 2022

          Claiming Space for Black Trans Women

          Former Houstonian Sis moved from background actor to a character role on FX’s American Horror Story: New York City.

          Columns

          Lifestyle

          AAPI Leaders

            May 3, 2023

            Forging Paths for Disabled Americans

            Rafferty Laredo’s Filipino American heritage inspires his occupational-therapy work.
            May 3, 2023

            Teaching the Future

            Namrata Subramanian talks education reform.
            May 3, 2023

            A Champion for All

            Poonam Kapoor is an advocate for equitable housing opportunities.
            May 3, 2023

            Challenging Homophobia in the Muslim World

            Activist Sharjeel Hanif is encouraged by the progress he sees.
            May 1, 2022

            Dancing Diva

            Mulan Alexander brings her artistry to the Bayou City.
            May 1, 2022

            Outstanding Optometrists

            Paul Lovero and Nancy Lo create an affirming space for their patients.

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