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LGBT community groups to discuss Ga. governor’s race

The Georgia Voice Editors
Politics
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Local LGBT organizations will hold a discussion panel on the upcoming Georgia gubernatorial election next Tuesday. The panel will be moderated by internet radio host Miko Evans and will focus on the implications of the 2010 election for Georgia’s governor.

Members of Georgia Equality, AID Atlanta, Atlanta Lesbian Health Initiative, YouthPride and the Human Rights Campaign are scheduled to participate in the forum.

Georgia Equality is urging voters to vote against Republican candidate Nathan Deal and is promoting a “No. Deal.” campaign on Facebook targeted against Deal.

AIDS Walk Atlanta marks 20 years

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Atlanta
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2009 Atlanta AIDS Walk

The 20th annual AIDS Walk Atlanta steps off Sunday, Oct. 17, from Piedmont Park, drawing thousands to raise funds for 10 local AIDS service organizations.

“The AIDS Walk is a critical piece of most of the organizations … it certainly is for AID Atlanta. It’s a critical part of our fight against AIDS as a community,” says Tracy Elliott, executive director of AID Atlanta, which puts on the walk.

This year’s event hopes to raise $900,000 after bringing in $875,000 in 2009.

Health: The time is now

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Health
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This weekend is PRIDE in Atlanta.  PRIDE is always an exciting and emotional time for the LGBT community and our supporters/allies.  This year’s PRIDE marks the 40th anniversary of these celebrations in Atlanta.  I’ve lived in Atlanta all of my life, and I’ve grown up with the PRIDE celebrations.  Every summer the community would take to the park to make their presence known, and to celebrate the diversity and unity of our collective people.  There have been changes throughout the years, but the overall message has stayed the same – our community unites each year to celebrate who we are, how far we’ve come, and to look to where we want to be.

AID Atlanta hosts Happy Hour tonight at FROGS

The Georgia Voice Editors
Health
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AID Atlanta’s Gay Men’s Outreach Coordinator Steven Igarashi will host a Happy Hour tonight at F.R.O.G.S. Cantina in Midtown for those interested in learning about AID Atlanta’s programs and tips on how to have safer sex. First time participants may qualify for a free "adult" beverage.

The meet-up is today between 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. and is open to the public, although focused on Caucasian gay and bisexual men.

Atlanta Cotillion to crown queen

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Community
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2009 Cotillion winner

With just a few weeks remaining in the race to be Queen of the Atlanta Cotillion, there is no clear front runner in the fundraising for AID Atlanta, making this year extra special.

“Things are going great. In some ways, this year seemed to get off to a slower start, but each class is different,” says Bryon Brown, Cotillion co-chair.

For example, this year’s class of debutantes — men who dress as women, but please don’t call it drag — didn’t hold as many pool parties to raise money, as in years past, Brown says.

Health blog: Back to School

The Georgia Voice Editors
Health
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Each fall welcomes a rush of activity, as the city of Atlanta switches gears and prepares for the return to school.  Shopping malls are a hustle and bustle of parent’s and student’s trying to find that perfect first day outfit which will identify them as the right balance of scholarly and cool.  Electronics fly off the shelves as families stock up on the latest and greatest in available calculators, computers and other gadgetry that are needed for today’s student.  Doctor’s office waiting rooms are overflowing as students prepare for immunizations, sports physicals and routine checkups.

There is an excitement and tension that overtakes the city as we all prepare for the educational lessons that await us each fall.