Decorah Pride hosts six events for LGBTQ+ visibility, diversity and “unleashing creativity” on Saturday, Sunday
DECORAH – Decorah Pride has a phrase in its slogan that goes beyond increasing LGBTQ+ visibility...
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Lambda Softball Association holds Cabaret Night Sept. 28, commemorative jersey sale
The Lambda Softball Association of Eastern Iowa is raising money with a Sept. 28 cabaret night, and commemorative jersey sales.
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American Idol’s David Archuleta opens up about “coming out”
Former American Idol star David Archuleta headlines Cedar Valley Pride Fest in Waterloo. He shares his story of “coming out” as a gay man and leaving the Mormon Church just three years ago.
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Soul of the City showcases jazz, soul, funk bands from Des Moines to Peoria
QUAD CITIES — Featuring jazz, soul and funk bands with followings from Des Moines, Ia., to...
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Illinois Central College seeks auditioners for “The Cake”
Your chance to audition for “The Cake” at Illinois Central College in East Peoria happens this weekend.
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Illinois woman’s killing by police inspires Sunday vigil against police brutality, for George Floyd Justice in Policing Act
Quad Cities Interfaith will hold a vigil to remember Sonya Massey, the Illinois woman killed by a sheriff’s deputy in her home July 6. The Sunday vigil will also press for passage of the George Floyd Justice in Policing Act.
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“Drag for Dogs” to raise money for Scott County Humane Society, Matt Moody family
“Drag for Dogs” will raise money for not just the Humane Society of Scott County, but also the family of the late Matt Moody, who championed drag, burlesque, indie theater, live music and comedy as volunteer manager at the Village Theatre.
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Drag N’ Paint in Peoria brings creative twist to paint party trend
Drag N ‘ Paint brings a new twist to paint parties and offers a Peoria Proud brunch edition Sunday.
Read MoreGet to know Peoria’s Alexander Martin and drag persona Artemisia VanHo
Learn about Alexander Martin, aka Artemisia VanHo, a Peoria-based artist, drag performer, activist, and sexual health educator who will be featured in all three days of Peoria Proud’s celebration July 19-21.
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First-ever Marshalltown Pride in the Park showcases diversity
Hollywood Hope will co-host the first-ever Marshalltown Pride in the Park Saturday, an event that showcases diversity.
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