Tag Archives: PFLAG

Celebration of Steve Reese’s life Wednesday, September 7 in Juneau

Steve Reese’s family invites his friends and coworkers in a celebration of his life. Steve died an accidental death while hiking near Juneau at Herbert Glacier, where his body was found on August 2nd. He worked at Bartlett Regional Hospital for … Continue reading

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James Steven “Steve” Reese (1968–2011)

We were saddened to learn last week of the death of PFLAG Juneau volunteer Steve Reese. Our condolences to his children, family and friends, and all who knew him. We excerpt one of his letters to the editor, on Christian attitudes towards LGBT people: “If your Bible tells you to hate or to do hateful things, then you are reading your Bible wrong.” Continue reading

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This weekend in LGBTQA Alaska (7/21/11): Fairbanks Pride 2011, a Toyota for 4A’s, Summer Osborne, Hedwig, & Raja

Fairbanks celebrates Pride 2011; Four A’s needs your votes to get a Toyota; Summer Osborne performs in Fairbanks and Anchorage; and RuePaul’s Drag Race winner “Raja” appears at Anchorage’s Kodiak Bar & Grill. Those events and more, plus a preview … Continue reading

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Fairbanks Pride 2011: parade, picnic and concert with Summer Osborne

Fairbanks Pride is rockin’ this year! In addition to marching in the Golden Days Parade with a ginormous rainbow Pride flag, PFLAG is bringing up Summer Osborne to perform at both the family friendly Pride Picnic right after the parade … Continue reading

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Sunrise to Sunset: Juneau Pride Chorus concert

The Juneau Pride Chorus had the honor of opening the Alaska Folk Festival last week, and announced their annual concert will be on Saturday, April 30 at the Juneau Arts and Culture Center (JACC). Chorus member Marsha Buck describes the songs they … Continue reading

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Terry Dean 1950–2011

The Juneau LGBTA community joins other friends and family members in mourning the loss of our friend and ally, Terry Dean, who died on February 27 surrounded by her loved ones and friends.  Terry was a founding member of Juneau … Continue reading

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Chuck O’Connell 1942–2011

The Anchorage LGBT community joins other friends and family members in mourning the loss of our friend and ally Chuck O’Connell, who died unexpectedly early last Thursday morning. Chuck was long active with Anchorage PFLAG, including acting as its chair. … Continue reading

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Where to Find GLBT Alaska – Annual Events, Revised for 2011

The main annual events held by the LGBT organizations and local communities in Alaska are listed here in calendar order, along with city-wide events that we participate in every year. Fur Rondy Grand Parade (Feb 26) – The Imperial Court … Continue reading

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Coming Out: A Work in Progress in Fairbanks this weekend

Revive the Red Tent Productions would like to invite you to an evening in three parts: “A Midnight Clear” by L.B. Hamilton “Quintessential Image” by Jane Chambers “Tree House” by Heather Warren Sponsored by PFLAG Fairbanks and the North Star … Continue reading

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Libby Roderick benefit for PFLAG Fairbanks

Libby Roderick performs a benefit concert for PFLAG Fairbanks on Friday, November 19 at 8:00 PM. A limited number of tickets is available. Proceeds benefit PFLAG activities and the UU welcoming congregation. The concert will be held at the Unitarian … Continue reading

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