Director Chris Morrissey to be featured spotlight filmmaker at the upcoming RIP Horror Film Festival

The annual RIP Horror Film Festival celebrates its fourth successful year in Los Angeles with a special Filmmaker Spotlight featuring L.A. independent film director Chris Morrissey. Two of Morrissey’s feature films will screen, alongside several new films and shorts during the four day film festival. The festival will be held at the Vintage Los Feliz…

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Cyndi Lauper returns to the road with Sept.-Oct. U.S. ‘Detour’ tour dates

Iconic performer and musical chameleon Cyndi Lauper returns to the road for the second leg of her Detour Tour in support of Detour (Sire Records) out now. Lauper just returned from the European leg of her DETOUR tour after performing in 19 U.S cities.  The 16-city second leg will kick off September 10 at Austin’s…

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Kevin Sessums and Chandi Moore included as Plus’ ‘Most Amazing HIV+ People of 2016’

LOS ANGELES — For Plus magazine’s September/October issue, the publication announced its curated list of the 75 Most Amazing HIV+ People of 2016.  This year’s edition of the annual list includes everyone from activists to artists who all have one thing in common: they are fighters and advocates for a more informed community. Topping this…

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First openly trans woman to participate in Olympic ceremony

Brazilian model Lea T will becomes the first openly-trans woman to participate in an Olympics opening ceremony as the Olympic games officially start in Rio tonight. Lea T told BBC Brasil,  “I can not say anything yet, we need to keep the surprise But the message is very clear:.. Include all, regardless of gender, sexual…

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The B-52s to perform at San Diego AIDS Memorial Benefit Concert

Can a benefit concert featuring a headlining act whose songs bridge the gaps separating four decades of musical styles bring together two generations of San Diegans devastated by HIV/AIDS and today’s millennial generation, which sees the virus as merely a chronic medical condition – or just another STD? Jay Sheehan says “yes;” The B-52s can…

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Drink beer, eat fish

“Butch” moved to an apartment in Normal Heights a few months ago. We enjoy exploring the neighborhood and experiencing everything Adams Avenue has to offer – unique shops, quirky bars and a variety of restaurants. Beerfish is the newest eatery along the busy boulevard. As one would correctly surmise, Beerfish focuses on two things –…

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