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From June 2nd to June 30th, anywhere you go in Sydney you will find some sort of celebration or event catered to Pride Month! When they say Pride Month, they really mean

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One of the most popular pride festivals in the world, NYC is home to the Stonewall Inn (a legendary location in the history of the LGBTQIA+ rights movement). In 2019, NYC became the first city in the USA to host World Pride which featured a month long schedule of performances, parties and events. This year’s pride festival will take place on June 26th and feature notable marshals such as TS Madison, Punkie Johnson from SNL and swimmer Schuyler Bailar.

Sao Paulo, Brazil

Noted as the LARGEST Pride Parade in the world, Sao Paulo is a destination year round for the community! The event is the largest and most well attended event only second to Carnival. Dating back to 1997, upwards of 3 to 5 million people participate in the festivities per year. Although the main event is the parade, events will start roughly a week prior to the parade on June 19th.

Madrid, Spain

In 1978, 7000 people attended the first Pride Parade in Madrid in comparison to the roughly 2 million that attended this year on June 9th. Being the third country in the world to legalize same-sex marriage, the pride festivities are very important in Spain. While the main events and demonstrations are typically centered in the gayborhood of Chueca throughout the week, you can find festivities happening all around the city if you were to attend.

Sydney, Australia

From June 2nd to June 30th, anywhere you go in Sydney you will find some sort of celebration or event catered to Pride Month! When they say Pride Month, they really mean it! From performances to parties and parades, there is something for everyone in the city and notable hosts and performers are regularly scheduled to partake in the celebrations.

If you are looking for an extended celebration to attend while on vacation during Pride Month, Sydney is the place to be!

Taipei, Taiwan

While Taiwan has been a haven for many gay individuals to travel to and enjoy the scenery and hospitality of the Taiwanese people, the country just legalized same-sex marriage in 2019 making it the first country in Asia to pass the legalization. While Pride Month is in June, Taipei like many other cities has their celebration in October. If traveling to Taiwan expect celebrations at some of the country’s top LGBTQ bars and venues while also enjoying luscious accommodations at their top rated LGBTQ friendly hotels.

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ARIES: Trust your moral compass, Aries.

You more than anyone know who you are and what you stand for. Do not allow anyone else to try and change you for the sake of a relationship or anything else.

LIBRA: It's time to show who you truly are, Libra. You have a tendency to keep to yourself for protection. Whether it be the fear of failure or the general hesitation towards others, you haven't shown your true colors lately.

TAURUS: You are in a time of change this season, and you can feel it. You are confident in the person that you are about to become. You have some changes in mind for your future but you've been nervous to take the jump.

SCORPIO: Love is in the air for you, Scorpio. This season is all about opposites attract with you. So that might mean someone who has not been on your radar is now available and of interest. Take a chance and see what happens!

GEMINI: It is time for you to take a breather, Gemini. You have been pushing yourself so hard over the past few months that you need to focus on recharging and your selfcare. Remember saying no is okay.

SAGITTARIUS: Take a seat and relax, Sagittarius! You are stressing far too much about things that are out of your control and it's time to settle down and breathe. Reach out for help on how to take care of your well-being and see how others are doing just that!

CANCER: Call up your pals, Cancer! You have been neglecting them for a while now and it's time to reconnect. You have an amazing amount of energy this season, but it is going to go to waste if you don't find a good work/social life balance!

CAPRICORN: You have to be vulnerable to be powerful, Capricorn. If you decide to keep these walls up, you will never truly be in control of your own destiny.

This season you will disclose a fear, desire, or truth about yourself to someone who truly needs your guidance.

LEO: Put the pedal to the metal. You have the opportunity this season to really make your dreams a reality, and have people become inspired as they follow suit. You will enter a period of cleansing this season.

AQUARIUS: Find time to reconnect with your past, but be careful because you don't want anything negative to arise. Find things that bring you joy and allow you to reconnect with "home" whether it be your biological family or your chosen one.

VIRGO: Stay curious, Virgo! You have always been the forever student, and this season is no different. You have questions about new endeavors and things that you have really shown a keen interest in lately. Take those interests and curiosities and continue to grow and learn. It might come in handy soon!

PISCES: It is time for you to speak up, Pisces. You have kept your mouth shut for too long on something near to you.

Speak up and let your voice be heard.

This season is about living your truth, and that includes standing up for what you believe in.

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June Socializers @ Future | JUNE 30, 2022 AT 6:30 PM For June we are heading downtown to the club that is revitalizing underground Atlanta and breathing new life into the neighborhood!!

Atlanta Bear Fest - Friday Night Pregame | JULY 1, 2022 AT 7 PM – 10 PM Join us to start off the July 4 weekend with Atlanta Bear Fest! Come mix and mingle with all the handsome bears!

It's a Friday night pregame! Wear your ABF wristband and receive 10% off your entire tab.

ABF Saturday Pregame @ Woofs | JULY 2, 2022 AT 11 AM Looking for a spot to get your Saturday night started? Pregame with all the bears from Atlanta Bear Fest! Happening July 2 from 7 - 10. We will be offering a 10% discount for all attendees wearing an ABF wristband! Come on out and get your evening started!

4th of July on The Roof @ Ponce City Roof | JULY 2, 2022 AT 11 AM – 11:59 PM Join us on Saturday, July 2nd to celebrate Independence Day on The Roof at Ponce City Market.

Enjoy an array of entertainment, classic carnival bites, and end your night with a private firework show over the Atlanta skyline!

ABF The Bear Ball @ The Hideaway | JULY 2, 2022 AT 9 PM Saturday Night with DJ Darlene and The Bear Ball. Outside Bars with your Favorite Atlanta Eagle Bartenders. ABF Folks with a Wristband enjoy $7 Tall Smirnoff Cocktails and $4 Miller Lite 16oz Beers all day and night. Big Daddy Burgers on Hand for your Hungry Bear Cravings!

Deviant ATL "All-White" @ Heretic | JULY 2, 2022 AT 10 PM – 3 AM Deviant ATL host "ALL-WHITE" DJs TBA Pre-Sale $15 General Admission $35 VIP (Lounge + Clothes Check) Deviant Dress Code is required!

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Get creative, stay sexy, and let's have some fun, celebrating our own freedoms as Black and Brown Queer people! Don't kill the vibes- Have fun with it! Dressing the part is half the fun, and kind of the whole point: #QueerAF #SexPositive #BodyPositive Deviant is an intentionally sexy party, curated for and by Black and Brown Queer people. Our allies, who actively celebrate us and use their privilege to protect us, are also welcome in this safe space. Expect to dance, drink, mingle- There's no holding the wall here! Get into the body-positive party culture in your daring gear!

june 29th - July 6th

June Socializers @ Future | JUNE 30, 2022 AT 6:30 PM For June we are heading downtown to the club that is revitalizing underground Atlanta and breathing new life into the neighborhood!!

Atlanta Bear Fest - Friday Night Pregame | JULY 1, 2022 AT 7 PM – 10 PM Join us to start off the July 4 weekend with Atlanta Bear Fest! Come mix and mingle with all the handsome bears!

It's a Friday night pregame! Wear your ABF wristband and receive 10% off your entire tab.

ABF Saturday Pregame @ Woofs | JULY 2, 2022 AT 11 AM Looking for a spot to get your Saturday night started? Pregame with all the bears from Atlanta Bear Fest! Happening July 2 from 7 - 10. We will be offering a 10% discount for all attendees wearing an ABF wristband! Come on out and get your evening started!

4th of July on The Roof @ Ponce City Roof | JULY 2, 2022 AT 11 AM – 11:59 PM Join us on Saturday, July 2nd to celebrate Independence Day on The Roof at Ponce City Market.

Enjoy an array of entertainment, classic carnival bites, and end your night with a private firework show over the Atlanta skyline!

ABF The Bear Ball @ The Hideaway | JULY 2, 2022 AT 9 PM Saturday Night with DJ Darlene and The Bear Ball. Outside Bars with your Favorite Atlanta Eagle Bartenders. ABF Folks with a Wristband enjoy $7 Tall Smirnoff Cocktails and $4 Miller Lite 16oz Beers all day and night. Big Daddy Burgers on Hand for your Hungry Bear Cravings!

Deviant ATL "All-White" @ Heretic | JULY 2, 2022 AT 10 PM – 3 AM Deviant ATL host "ALL-WHITE" DJs TBA Pre-Sale $15 General Admission $35 VIP (Lounge + Clothes Check) Deviant Dress Code is required!

VIP includes LOUNGE access and Clothes Check.

All ticket sales are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

General Admission does NOT include LOUNGE access or clothes check.

Get creative, stay sexy, and let's have some fun, celebrating our own freedoms as Black and Brown Queer people! Don't kill the vibes- Have fun with it! Dressing the part is half the fun, and kind of the whole point: #QueerAF #SexPositive #BodyPositive Deviant is an intentionally sexy party, curated for and by Black and Brown Queer people. Our allies, who actively celebrate us and use their privilege to protect us, are also welcome in this safe space. Expect to dance, drink, mingle- There's no holding the wall here! Get into the body-positive party culture in your daring gear!

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Dear Peach, What do I do about a friend of mine who is just becoming too damn clingy? They always want to be around me and always get upset whenever I try and get a moment to myself. It’s become annoying and I definitely can’t stand it.

Alright, buttercup. Buckle up.

So here’s the tea: 9 times out of 10 there is a reason for that person being attached to you in some way. It could be because they have abandonment issues, they might have deeper feelings for you, they have a fear of generally being alone… who knows?

What I do know is that instead of pushing this person away, you can set boundaries. Boundaries are great because they establish a clear line of what is appropriate and what isn’t. If this person is intruding on events or moments that you definitely need some alone time or privacy, then that might be the first thing we establish.

However, if it’s just a general feeling of a friend being overbearing… that’s a different conversation altogether. Explain to the friend that you need a bit of space every now and then. Explain that a bit of distance makes the heart grow fonder!