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.

    News

    Queer Things to Do in Houston

      September 28, 2023

      Queer Things to Do in Houston This Weekend, September 28 – October 1

      Thursday, September 28 Lesbian Tech Network’s Python Pioneers Lesbian Tech Network is teaching Python to help increase individual wealth for…

      Queer Creatives

      Allyship in Action

      Latinx Leaders

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      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.
          August 3, 2023

          As a Black Gay Man, My Eyes Are Always Open to the Next Threat

          Opinion by Clay Cane
          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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