Official Stonewall Columbus Pride Guide 2014

OFFICIAL 2014 PRIDE GUIDE

PRIDE FESTIVAL Photo Credit: Adam Bouska

at Goodale Park

Friday, June 20 • 4PM - 11PM Saturday, June 21 • 11AM - 8PM

PRIDE PATIO

DJs and Dance Floor Friday and Saturday

PRIDE PARADE Saturday, June 21

Step-Off at 11AM (New Time!) at Broad & Front

PRIDE BRUNCH Sunday, June 22

11AM - 1PM The Columbus Athenaeum

FEATURED PERFORMERS FRIDAY, JUNE 20

columbuspride.org

George Takei For the full schedule of events, visit columbuspride.org/events Sunday, June 1 • Pride Interfaith Service at Summit UMC Friday, June 6 • Dance for Pride at Wall Street Sunday, June 8 • Pride Film “The Case Against 8” at Movie Studio Grill Arena Grand Friday, June 13 • Pink Party A Benefit for Stonewall at Axis Saturday, June 14 • Pride Poker Run at Club Diversity • Pride Bike Ride at Club Diversity

Photo Credit: Michelle Rop

View the complete Pride Festival Schedule on your phone or computer

OH MYYY! OUR PRIDE GRAND MARSHAL

Alex Newell

Crystal Bowersox

SATURDAY, JUNE 21

WEAR YOUR PRIDE Entrance Donation Dog Tags and Wristbands NOW ON SALE!

Beverly McClellan

WILD RUTZ

Vicci Martinez

Winslow

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Thursday, June 19 • Mary Ann Brandt’s “Songs Gays Like” at Level Friday, June 20 • Jaeger Run for Pride 5K at Goodale Park • Pride Festival Day 1 at Goodale Park • Betty Who & Andrew Christian Swimwear Fashion Show at Axis Saturday, June 21 • Pride Parade Step-off at Front and Broad • Pride Festival Day 2 at Goodale Park • Dragapolooza w/DWV Detox, William and Vicky Vox at Axis Club Sunday, June 22 • Pride Brunch at Columbus Athenaeum • CLGSA’s Bat n’ Rouge at Dodge Park

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A Letter from the Executive Director to the Community

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Welcome from Karla Rothan

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Welcome from Brian Shinn

It is with great excitement that I write to you about a subject that is very dear to me, Stonewall Columbus Pride.

I began volunteering for Stonewall Columbus when I moved to this city in 1994.

In 1998 my life partner, Linda Schuler, and I were asked to join the Pride Committee as the Chairs of the Parade. That year, the March and Festival combined had approximately 15,000 people in attendance. It is hard to believe that it was sixteen years ago that we began working on the team that produces this amazing event. Now in 2014, Stonewall will most likely host 300,000 people and touch the lives of countless others who believe in and hope for fairness and equality for all.

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Pride Events

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City Citations & Resolutions

This year’s Pride theme is “Created Equal.” The logo is the rainbow flag torn apart in the outline of our state symbolizing that we are far from treated equally in Ohio and it is time for change. We will honor actor and social justice activist, George Takei as our Grand Marshal. He will participate in the parade, address the crowd from the stage at the festival and receive his award at the Pride Brunch on Sunday, June 22 from 11-1 at the Columbus Athenaeum.

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Pride Patio

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Volunteer Spotlight

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Become a Volunteer

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Be Safe, Be Neighborly

Our Pride committee, board and staff consists of 45 of the most highly professional and skilled individuals that I have ever met. Each of them brings a unique skill set to their area of responsibility and they work hundreds of hours to produce Pride 2014. They and another 500 volunteers make this event a success and do so with a mix of grace, precision and humor. Thank you VOLUNTEERS! We could not do it without you.

I want to encourage all of you to come out, bring your families, volunteer, have fun and raise money for a good cause. Stonewall Columbus serves the Central Ohio LGBT community by providing a community center and offering programming and services that enhance the well-being and visibility of our diverse community through discovery, affirmation and celebration. Dollars raised at the annual Pride Celebration go right back in to the community center to support individuals and families all year long.

Happy Pride, Columbus!

Karla Rothan Executive Director Stonewall Columbus, Inc.

32-33 The State of Gay - Ohio 34-35 The State of Hate - Ohio 36-37 Hate Around the World 38

Oh Myyy! George Takei

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Parade Route

40-41 Festival Map 42-43 Entertainment

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Alternative Transportation

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Fun for Families & Teens

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Relax & Stay Cool

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Hangout & Go Green

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The Muralist

58-59 Columbus Urban Pride 60-61 Vendor Spotlight 65

Play It Safe

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SWC Programs & Services

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Pride Committee/ P.I.T. Crew & Stonewall Board/Staff

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Leadership Circle

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Banner Project Donors

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Did you Know Pride Costs over $280,000 to Produce?

We request a $5 donation at the entrance for each day you attend.

A limited number of dog tags and wristbands will be available to those who donate at the entrance.

On behalf of the Stonewall Columbus Board of Trustees, it is my honor to welcome you to Stonewall Columbus Pride 2014. Each year our Pride Festival grows, and we are grateful that you will be among the over 300,000 people who will join us for our thirtysecond year of recognizing the vibrant and diverse LGBT Community in Columbus and Central Ohio. Whether you are participating for the first time or for the thirty-second time, we offer many activities during the weekend of June 20 – June 22 for all ages and interests, including the Pride Festival, the Pride Parade, and the Pride Brunch.

Please see our website for more information at columbuspride.org.

We are very excited that we will be joined this year by George Takei as our Grand Marshal for the Pride Parade on Saturday, June 21 and for the Pride Brunch on Sunday, June 22. George has been an outspoken activist for LGBT equality and for social justice, and he is one of the most clever and witty social commentators of our time.

With all of the recent gains in Federal recognition of LGBT relationships as well as favorable rulings by the Federal courts in numerous cases concerning marriage, this year’s theme “Created Equal” is especially appropriate. Although there is much more work to be done to achieve true equality in Ohio and in the U.S., public opinion and history are on our side. Pride is our opportunity to come together as a community to celebrate our victories and to support the work of Stonewall Columbus. Every dollar raised from the Pride Festival assists us in providing programming and services to the Central Ohio LGBT Community as well as maintaining our community center, The Center on High. Please support Stonewall Columbus by purchasing a Dog Tag or Wristband, donating at the festival gates, donating to the Spirit Team along the parade route, and by donating online at columbuspride.org/donate.

We could not have a successful Pride without months of planning and the extraordinary efforts of our dedicated staff, Pride Committee, and volunteers. I want to thank them for their hard work behind the scenes that allows everyone to have an enjoyable and memorable Pride weekend. I also want to thank our members and sustaining donors whose contributions to Stonewall Columbus help us to carry out our mission throughout the year. Please visit stonewallcolumbus.org for more information about supporting Stonewall Columbus.

In closing, I wish you a happy, fun, healthy, and safe Pride 2014!

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PRIDE EVENTS

Sunday, June 1 10:30am

Friday, June 6 8:00-10:00pm

HiT’M ENT will be providing lunch following service at Noon.

The official kick-off to PRIDE month 2014! Dance to the best mix of current and classic dance music with DJ duo Nick D & Michele!

Summit on 16th United Methodist Church, Faithbased/Community Partners will be hosting a Pride month kick-off worship service – It’s a time for our LGBTQQI & Ally Community to bless and celebrate our spiritual selves, in a way that recognizes, empowers and lifts up all of ‘who we are.’

The service is an interfaith collaboration of people from a variety of spirituality backgrounds.

All are welcome. Child care is provided. In order to reflect a truly Interfaith effort, participation by a multitude of faith/secular community organizations, choir members, volunteers is encouraged.

What an opportunity to start the celebration by gathering together in ‘a blessed’ space that supports inclusion and love for ALL people! Even if you can’t make the service, please join us for the Potluck sponsored by HiT’M ENT.

Location: Summit on 16th United Methodist Church 82 E 16 Ave Columbus, OH 43201 614-291-3324 www.summitumc.org

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Featuring: • Stonewall PRIDE prize package to first 25 through • Wall Street Nightclub PRIDE VIP package give-aways throughout the evening • Hot spot entertainment by the Royal Renegades • Hula hoop box dancer • Guest bartenders

Doors open at 8pm $5 (21 & over) $7 (18-20) Proceeds from admission charge benefit Stonewall Columbus & the annual PRIDE weekend!

Location: Wall Street Night Club 144 N Wall St Columbus, OH 43215

Facebook Event Page: www.facebook.com/ events/676545269059716/?ref=5

PRIDE EVENTS

Sunday, June 8 Reception 5:30pm Film 7:00pm HBO, The Human Rights Campaign, and Stonewall Columbus invite you to see the HBO documentary and official 2014 Columbus Pride Film “The Case Against 8” by Ben Cotner and Ryan White.

Five years in the making, The Case Against 8 takes a riveting, inside look at the landmark Supreme Court case that overturned Proposition 8, California’s ban on same-sex marriage.

The film and reception are FREE! Stick around for a Q&A after the film with Prop 8 Case original litigants Kris Perry and Sandy Stier.

RSVP by June 4th for a fabulous evening of film, camaraderie and delicious food: www.homeboxoffice.com/rsvp/ca8_columbus *RSVPs are required. Space is limited and available on a first-come, first served basis. No recording devices permitted.

Location: Movie Studio Grill Arena Grand 175 W Nationwide Blvd Columbus, OH 43215 Free Parking Voucher will be provided inside for Theater Parking Garage

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PRIDE EVENTS

Friday, June 13 8:00pm Special Guests from Rupaul’s Drag Race Monical Beverly Hillz Stacy Layne Matthews

Saturday, June 14 Line-up 9:30am

Saturday, June 14 Line-up 10:45am

Come to Club Diversity for our second annual Columbus Pride Bicycle Ride. Registration starts at 9:30am & the Ride departs at 10am. It will be an all skills level 2 hour ride following the Olentangy Bike path and ending up back at Club Diversity for a cook out & raffle. $10 Registration covers the ride, raffle ticket for prizes, & the cookout. Please join us & spread the word!

Sign in 10am - 10:30 at Club Diversity. Start promptly at 11:00am. Should end up back at Club D between 4:30 to 5:00. Cookout back at Club Diversity following the Poker Run.

To register, please visit: Columbuspride.org/prideride

Hosted by: Nina West with Virginia West

Location: Axis Night Club 775 N High St Columbus, OH 43215

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Location: Club Diversity 863 S High St Columbus, OH 43206

$15 per person drivers and passengers to “play poker.” $300 Cash Grand Prize for best poker hand. Passengers do not have to play poker, they can ride for free but will not be eligible for giveaways.

To register, please visit: columbuspride.org/pokerrun

Location: Club Diversity 863 S High St Columbus, OH 43206

Registration & Information at runforpride.org

Oh Myyy!

Our Pride Grand Marshal Actor and social justice activist George Takei

Photo Credit: Adam Bouska

Sunday, June 22, 2014 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

The Columbus Athenaeum 32 North 4th Street Columbus, OH 43215 Tickets Reserved Table of 10 $550 per table Non-Members of The Center on High $55 per person Members of The Center on High $50 per person

Friday, June 20 for the 11th Annual Run for Pride 5k 7pm • $30 Registration

Get your fitness on and enjoy a beautiful route through Columbus at this fabulously fit event in Goodale Park and cross the finish line to kick off your Pride weekend!

Photo Credit: Michelle Rop

Join us on

Benefiting Stonewall Columbus Youth Programming

Presented by

Runners & Walkers are welcome!

Presented by

Featured Entertainment Richard Lopez Trio Please Reserve Early!

Seating is Limited Complimentary Valet Parking Available For more information call us at (614) 930-2262 Additional Support by

Purchase Tickets by visiting columbuspride.org/brunch or email mfregonas@stonewallcolumbus.org

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*Voted “Best Movie Theater in Columbus” by the readers of Columbus Alive! 2014

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All families.

In our tradition of caring for families for 128 years, we’ve continued to partner with today’s leading LGBT advocates to make the world a more caring and accepting place for all. This includes taking on issues like bullying, which impacts all families and their children.

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We’re proud to be a part of Stonewall’s commitment to advancing equality for the GLBT community.

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Connected to Community

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AEP is proud to support the Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival.

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THE STATE OF

13 LGBT REPRESENTATIVES IN OHIO NICKIE ANTONIO:

Ohio House of Representatives, Dist. 13 Lakewood

KERY GRAY:

Exec. Assistant to the City Commissioner Dayton

SANDRA KURT:

TIM BROWN:

MARTEN FRAZIER:

Ohio House of Representatives, Dist. 3 Bowling Green

Member, Education Regional Advisory Committee Cleveland

BRUCE HESTLEY:

KEVIN WADSWORTH JOHNSON:

County of Summit Veterans Service Commission Cuyahoga Falls

City of Portsmouth City Council Member and Vice-Mayor

County Council At-Large Member, Summit Akron

Dayton Public School Board, Dayton

JOE LACEY:

JERRY LARSON:

HENRY NG:

CHRIS SEELBACH

RICHARD TROJANSKI:

Member, National Advisory Council, Healthcare Research and Quality Cleveland

Member, City Council Cincinnati

Municipal Court Judge Akron

Councilman, Dist. 6, Maple Heights

MARY WISEMAN:

Judge, Montgomery County Common Pleas Court Judge, Dayton

ONE-FIFTH

of same-sex couples in Ohio are raising children

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GAY — OHIO

5 LGBT REPRESENTATIVES IN COLUMBUS TERRY BROWN:

CAROL FEY:

MARY JO HUDSON:

JEFF PORTER:

Franklin County Recorder Columbus

Columbus School Board Columbus

Bexley School Board Member, Columbus

RUSSELL GOODWIN: Veteran's Memorial Board of Trustees Columbus

City of Columbus Civil Service Commissioner Grove City

GAY MARRIAGE – THE FIGHT FOR RECOGNITION Federal judge Judge Timothy Black called Ohio's gay marriage ban both unconstitutional and unenforceable. In the ruling, Black wrote that the record

"before the Court … is staggeringly devoid of any legitimate justification for the State’s ongoing arbitrary discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation, and, therefore, Ohio’s marriage recognition bans are facially unconstitutional and unenforceable under any circumstances."

The ruling does not force Ohio to allow same-sex marriages to be performed in the state.

Widespread support for updating Ohio’s nondiscrimination laws 80% of Ohio’s 98 largest employers

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THE STATE OF

STATE-WIDE NO state-enacted hate crimes act NO rights for 2nd parents to adopt NO same sex marriage NO protections for sexual orientation or gender identity against bullying DID YOU KNOW? Many LGBT individuals in Ohio can be fired from their job, refused service or denied housing based on their sexual orientation and/or gender identity.

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LAWS PROTECTING AGAINST hate crimes housing discrimination denial of public accommodations which includes both governmental entities and private businesses that provide services to the general public such as hotels, restaurants, movie theaters, libraries and shops.

HATE — OHIO 20%

protected by local nondiscrimination ordinances

80%

can be unfairly fired

OHIO RANKS

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OUT OF

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ON A LIST OF LEAST TOLERANT STATES 1 http://www.thedailybeast.com/articles/2011/01/16/ranking-the-most-tolerant-and-least-tolerant-states.html

Information compliled by Riana Brewer. Thanks to help from

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HATE AROUND

Of the 206 sovereign states in the world 1

countries punish same sex relationships with death

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DID YOU KNOW?

IRAN3 alone has executed

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people for the “crime� of homosexuality since 1979

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So far, Stonewall Columbus has received $6,000 in donations for our Global Initiative Fund. These funds are being used for legal assistance for a lesbian couple who are in exile from Iran and currently living in Columbus.

For more information visit

stonewallcolumbus.org/global

countries punish same sex relationships with 15

years and up to LIFE in prison

THE WORLD

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countries punish same sex relationships with

prison torture rape fines hard labor banishment of the UNITED STATES still have anti-sodomy laws on the books. Lawmakers refuse to repeal them.

SOUTH AFRICA5 uses “corrective rape” against known or suspected lesbians.

1 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_sovereign_states 2 http://www.buzzfeed.com/saeedjones/76-countries-where-anti-gay-laws-are-as-bad-as-or-worse-than 3 http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/LGBT_rights_in_Iran 4 http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/04/21/anti-sodomy-laws_n_5187895.html 5 Di Silvio, Lorenzo. "Correcting Corrective Rape: Carmichele and Developing South Africa’s Affirmative Obligations." Georgetown Law Journal 99.5 (2011): 1470-514. The Georgetown Law Journal. Georgetown University Law Center. Web. http://georgetownlawjournal.org/files/pdf/99-5/Di%20Silvio.PDF. Mieses, Alexa. "Gender Inequality and Corrective Rape of Women Who Have Sex with Women." Treatment Issues Dec. 2009: n. pag. GMHC. Web. http://www.gmhc.org/files/editor/file/ti-1209.pdf. Nath, Dipika. "We'll Show You You're a Woman": Violence and Discrimination Against Black Lesbians and Transgender Men in South Africa. New York City: Human Rights Watch, 2011. Human Rights Watch, 5 Dec. 2011. Web. http://www.hrw.org/reports/2011/12/05/we-ll-show-you-you-re-woman.

South Africa information compiled by Riana Brewer. Other information compliled by Connie Hansen.

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OH MYYY! GEORGE TAKEI Photo Credit: Adam Bouska

Our Pride Grand Marshal “We are honored to have George Takei join us for this year’s Pride Celebration,” says Karla Rothan, Executive Director of Stonewall Columbus. “As an artist and activist, George’s compelling story syncs with our theme, Created Equal. George has worked tirelessly on behalf of our rights and we honor him in June for his lifetime of activism.

Join us and George as we march to end discrimination and fight to eliminate hate.”

Grand Marshal, George Takei will lead the Pride Parade on Saturday, June 21, 2014, stepping off at 11am (an hour earlier than previous parades) in downtown Columbus. Mr. Takei will also be accepting his award as the Grand Marshal at the Pride Brunch on Sunday, June 22, 2014, 11am-1pm at the Columbus Athenaeum. Limited tickets are available and reservations are required. Tickets will not be available at the door.

Actor, social justice activist, social media mega-power, author of Lions and Tigers and Bears: The Internet Strikes Back and Oh Myyy!

There Goes the Internet, and star of upcoming Broadway musical Allegiance.

With a career spanning five decades, George Takei is known for his role in the acclaimed TV series Star Trek, in which he played Hikaru Sulu. Takei starred in three seasons of Star Trek and reprised his role in six movies.

Mashable.com in 2012 reported Takei is the #1 most-influential person on Facebook, with more than 6.3 million likes. Takei has more than one million followers on Twitter. His book, Oh Myyy!

There Goes the Internet, ranked #10 on the New York Times E-book nonfiction list.

Takei’s Take, produced by AARP, is a new YouTube series where Takei explores the world of technology, trends, current events and pop culture.

To Be Takei, a Jennifer M. Kroot documentary, premiered at Sundance Film Festival in January 2014 and will have a theatrical release later in 2014.

Takei and Tony Award winner Lea Salonga developed Allegiance – A New American Musical. The musical is an epic story of love, family and heroism during the Japanese American internment.

Takei has brought his acting abilities to TV and film, and voiceover talent to hundreds of characters during his prolific career. He has also provided narration on TV, award-winning radio, and audiobook projects.

He is an accomplished author having written Oh Myyy! There Goes the Internet; Lions and Tigers and Bears: The Internet Strikes Back; co-written the sciencefiction novel Mirror Friend, Mirror Foe with Robert Asprin; and published his autobiography, To the Stars in 1994.

Takei, a Japanese American who from age 4 to 8 was unjustly

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interned in two U.S. internment camps during World War II, is an outspoken supporter of human right issues and community activist. Takei is chairman emeritus and a trustee of the Japanese American National Museum in Los Angeles. The openly gay Takei has served as the spokesperson for the Human Rights Campaign Coming Out Project, and was cultural affairs chairman of the Japanese American Citizens League. He was appointed to the Japan-U.S. Friendship Commission by former President Clinton. The government of Japan awarded Takei the Order of the Rising Sun, Gold Rays with Rosette, for his contribution to U.S. – Japanese relations which was conferred by His Majesty, Emperor Akihito, at the Imperial Palace in Tokyo. In 2007, Asteroid 7307 Takei, located between Mars and Jupiter, was named in his honor.

Takei currently lives in Los Angeles with his husband Brad Takei.

They were married at the Japanese American National Museum in Little Tokyo, Los Angeles, on Sept. 14, 2008.

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ENTERTAINMENT 2014

Friday, June 20

Crystal Bowersox

Alex Newell

GAZEBO STAGE 5:30 Pass The Mic Karaoke with Bob & Jon Billy Theiss 8:00 Somewhats 9:00 The Scratches 10:00 McCallister

Pass the Mic Karaoke with Bob & Jon Billy Theiss

SHELTERHOUSE STAGE 4:00 Ft. Hayes Music Students 4:40 Dasan Valentine 5:30 Liberty Deep Down 6:25 Brooke Cartus 6:45 Alex Newell 7:30 Fresh Wreckage 8:30 Crystal Bowersox Band 9:40 The Professors

Brooke Cartus

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Somewhats

The Scratches

McCallister

Dasan Valentine

Liberty Deep Down

Fresh Wreckage

The Professors

ENTERTAINMENT 2014

Saturday, June 21

Beverly McClellan

Vicci Martinez

GAZEBO STAGE 12:00 Pink Flamingos 1:30 Columbus Women’s Chorus 1:50 Columbus Gay Men’s Chorus 2:10 Columbus Stompers 2:30 *Park St - Capital Pride Band 2:45 *Park St – Flaggots Ohio 3:00 Sam Muccio Alexis Antes Tracy Walker 4:30 Urban Pride Choir 5:00 HIT M ENT

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SHELTERHOUSE STAGE Noon Teen Fiction 1:30 Counterfeit Madison 2:30 Wild Rutz with Gaye Adegbalola 3:30 The Illicit, Todd Berry, Amazing Giants, 4:30 Fabulous Johnson Brothers 5:30 Beverly McClellan Vicci Martinez 6:30 WINSLOW

The Pink Flamingos

Wild Rutz

Alexis Antes

Tracy Walker

Sam Muccio

Teen Fiction

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PRIDE PATIO 2014 Friday, June 20

SPONSORED BY:

5:00pm-6:30pm DJ Knayte 8:00pm-10:30pm DJ Knayte Spinning in the Red Bull DJ Truck

7:00pm-9:00pm Yelp Photo Booth DJ Knayte’s “unapologetically pop” style originates from his love of pop music, dancing, and vodka. His sets are characterized by high-energy vocal tracks, house beats, and his flair for all things dramatic and entertaining.

DJ | KNAYTE

Kick off Columbus Pride with a little help from your friends at Yelp!

From 7-9 pm, find us on the patio with the DJ, the dance floor, and the drinks. We’ll bring the most awesome photobooth to capture all the good times, and you’ll leave with digital and real photo prints that let your true colors shine. You know you’re looking for that new profile picture anyway.

Saturday, June 21

DJ K-Wild An up-and-coming local DJ that will keep the Saturday dance party moving with high energy tracks and beats.

Noon-3:30pm DJ K-Wild 3:30-7:30pm DJ Knayte

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®

LGBTQ VETERANS PROGRAM For more information or to register for the group, email us at veterans@stonewallcolumbus.org or call (614) 930-2268

Central Ohio

Business & Resource Directory

for the LGBT Community

Trailblazers LGBT Adults 50+

Outing!

Seminars!

Workshops!

Travel!

Socialize!

Stonewall Trailblazers Phone: 614-930-2262 Fax: 614-299-4408 Email: info@lavenderlistings.com

Our age 50+ LGBT group Join us for all of the fun and informative activities

stonewallcolumbus.org/trailblazers

614-930-2265

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VOLUNTEER SPOTLIGHT

Name: The Fabulous Johnson Brothers First Year Performing: 2007 Bio written by the Fabulous lead singer, Aaron Favorite volunteer memory?

In 2012 we had the opportunity of closing out the Pride stage, performing “Proud Mary” and “These Boots are Made for Walking” with the Cap City Pride Marching Band. It was fun to put together something unique and special for the audience to walk away with. It was also really awesome to collaborate with so many incredible musicians.

What does the theme of “Created Equal” mean to you?

Well, obviously my band and I are a mixed bag of nuts. Everyone’s input is equal and valued for the unique perspective that it brings. This defines what we are about. We are all welcome to the party and can coexist and create cool things together. We have a blast doing it, love sharing it with others and wouldn’t have it any other way.

Catch The Fabulous Johnson Brothers on the Shelterhouse Stage on Saturday at 4:30.

They will also be performing at 11pm on Saturday, June 21st at Park Street Patio (directly across from the park) for a special Pride Music Night.

Names: Lisa Odierna, Autumn Odierna, Julie Kleski First Year: Lisa & Autumn since 2002, Julie joined the fun in 2007 Prior Roles: From 2002 at the old collection gates, last 4 years with the Spirit Team (Lisa helped create the first Spirit Team).

Current Roles: Spirit Team Chair and PIT Roles Bio written by Autumn Odierna.

Why do you volunteer?

I volunteer because it has been a passion my entire life, I care, and I want to inspire change.

My role model (my mother) has always helped with Pride so I followed in her footsteps, at the same time making my own journey!

Favorite volunteer experience?

When I was 17 in 2005, I spoke on the main stage and was introduced by Susan Powter. I was quoted in the Dispatch. I thought it was very cool!

What does the theme of “Created Equal” mean to you?

‘Created Equal,’ I believe, as a community, means we are standing together and no longer asking—we are demanding —equal rights for all people.” I am so passionate about being a leader for change for my generation. My family is the most loving, accepting, and safe unit and we deserve as much as anyone else. We have to inspire change and courage to stand up for equality.

Favorite volunteer memory?

The large decrease in protesters at 2013’s Pride Parade was great.

Hopefully that trend continues as it allowed us to help out Linda in other ways with the logistics that she and the rest of the Pride Committee deal with on that day.

Name: The Grizzlies (team in the CLGSA) First Year Volunteered: 2012 Role: Volunteer Security

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What does created equal mean to you?

It’s a validating phrase for LGBT people. But it’s also a reminder that there still a disconnect between the first sentence of this country’s constitution and our everyday

lives as a group of people that do not get equal treatment by our government strictly due to our sexuality. Hopefully one day created equal will also mean equal treatment.

The Grizzlies will be setting up a friendly tent on the Russell path if you want to go over and learn more about their team. More info about LGBT sports leagues in Columbus, such as the CLGSA, and many others, will be available at the Stonewall tent.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER

Name: Tessa Petrocco First Year: 2011 Volunteer History: 2011-12 SWC Office and Pride.

2013 Pride PIT (Pride In Training) Crew.

Current Role: Festival Layout Committee Why do you volunteer?

Not only is volunteering for Pride one of the most rewarding things I’ve ever done, it is also SO much fun! Between the excitement of the festival and constantly on-your-toes insanity of volunteering in a higher position, it’s the ultimate adrenaline rush! On a personal level, I volunteer because I have a lot of friends and family in the LGBT community, which has always been so loving and warm to me, so it’s my way of showing my support and saying “Thanks” for accepting me into their family.

Favorite volunteer experience?

It’s hard to pinpoint just ONE memory, but I have to say working alongside fellow volunteers is always a lot of fun. I have a reputation for being a bit of a comedian, and last year was no exception...only I had access to a golf cart, which led to a lot of really funny (but safe!) scenarios and silliness from yours truly.

What does “Created Equal” mean to you?

To me, the phrase “created equal” means two things: that all people, regardless of race, age, sexual orientation or gender 1) deserve the same rights as others that are protected under law.

For the LGBT community, that means anything from the right to marry and to employment and housing protection to being allowed to give blood and creating accommodations to transgender people, and 2) need to treat each other with love, kindness and respect. In the end, we are all the same and desire the same thing: to live as the person she or he truly is without the fear of doing so. I am a proud ally, and will continue to be one long after equality is reached.

Every year, volunteers like you help to make Pride the best weekend in Columbus! Take a couple hours out of celebrating this weekend and give back to the community by picking up a volunteer shift. Shifts are just a few hours, and your time goes a long way in making Pride so spectacular. Sign up at columbuspride.org/volunteer and help us make a difference this Pride weekend.

Volunteer Tent This tent serves as a haven not only for volunteers just before their shifts, but after their shifts and during breaks as well. Sit in the shade and enjoy complimentary food, soda and water.

This check-in point is conveniently located at the southeast portion of the park, near the corner of Park and Goodale. The Volunteer Tent also houses a gender-neutral changing area, available for volunteers as well as park patrons who need a safe and secure changing environment.

SPONSORED BY:

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BE SAFE, BE NEIGHBORLY As we celebrate over 33 years of community pride, please remember to stay safe this weekend!

Read the safety tips below: • Listen to Police and Pride Security. They are there to keep you safe.

• Ignore any protesters and keep on marching!

• Pace yourself.

• Stay hydrated.

• Do not leave your drink unattended.

• Leave your pets at home.

• Keep the neighborhood clean.

• Respect those who own houses around Goodale Park.

• Use the trash and recycling receptacles.

• Park legally.

• Stay aware of your surroundings when walking around town.

• Tag your bag with your emergency contact information (Bag Tags available at the Information Booths and Stonewall Tent) • Tag your child with an emergency contact wristband (Wristbands available at the Information Booths and Stonewall Tent)

Sign-up to receive emergency text alerts about lost children, threatening weather, and other emergency alerts via text messaging.

$5 for Pride Every year, you count on Stonewall Columbus to bring you one of the biggest, best Prides in the nation with events, entertainers, an incredible parade, and more!

Contributions help the staff at Stonewall ensure that your weekend is just plain awesome. Our 5 for Pride Team will be marching in the parade as well as stationed at festival entrances, available to collect your donations to keep Pride fabulous, safe, and spectacular. Pride wristbands and dog tags can be yours for a donation of $10. We ask that parade and festival attendees donate $5 a day during the Stonewall Columbus Pride 2014 festivities. Please donate whatever you can to continue our Columbus Pride legacy as the best Pride in the Midwest!

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PARKING

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Reserve a Parking Place online at arenadistrict.clickandpark.com

Downtown Columbus h St N Hig

SHORT NORTH ARTS DISTRICT

The Cap at Union Station

Spruce St

Huntington Park

The King Arts Complex Lincoln Theatre

Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens

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Ohio Judicial Center

Topiary Park

Columbus Commons

GERMAN VILLAGE S Grant Ave

Schiller Park

Jaeger St

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Mohawk Ave

Scioto Audubon Metro Park

S Third St

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ALTERNATIVE TRANSPORTATION Sign-up and Get More Information at columbus.car2go.com Discounts and Free Minutes Available at the Car2Go Booth at the Festival

DropZone

With festival season in full swing, car2go Columbus is launching a DropZone service where members can take vehicles to premium nearby locations, log out, and enjoy the festival without having to look, worry, or pay for parking like other festival attendees. Team car2go will then relocate the vehicle to a nearby location for you. This service is at no extra cost, it’s just another great option to participate in the festival season, with no worry.

You can keep up to date on the festivals where CAR2GO offers this service by checking out our Facebook and Twitter page, @car2goColumbus.

Bike Corral

CBUS Circulator Park Downtown and ride the CBUS Circulator to Pride for Free!

Stay green this year with us and take advantage of the Bike Corral, at the corner of Park and Buttles right by the fountain!

Drop your bike off with one of our volunteers who will park it for you, and avoid having to worry about parking. Just pick it up when you’re heading out of the park... let’s make this festival the greenest one yet!

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FUN FOR FAMILIES & TEENS!

Friday: 5:00pm-9:00pm

• Hang Out, Socialize, Listen to Tunes

Friday: 6:30pm-8:00pm Saturday: 11:30am-4:00pm Wanna be in the parade? Meet us at the corner of W. Broad St and Marconi Blvd at 11:30am Friday Activities: Friday night is the biggest, coolest play date of the summer! Make new friends and meet other cool families. Running, jumping, and shouting for joy encouraged!

• Big people’ can listen to the mainstage while the kids play.

Saturday Activities: • Craft booth & games • Family Pride Stage: music, magic & more • Bounce houses • Sandboxes & Dress-Up • Balls, Frisbees, Kickball • Sidewalk Chalk & Hula Hoops • Local Matters fixing healthy snacks • Face Painters, Balloon art, Bubbles

Saturday: 12:00pm-5:00pm

• Resource fair • Hang Out, Socialize, Listen to Tunes Pride goers 13-19 years old are invited to enjoy Teen Village: a safe and welcoming space to experience Pride!

Check out available community resources, with information about suicide prevention, gender identity, safe sex, and more.

Don’t miss out on this great chance to hang with your friends in a safe and entertaining space.

Support Provided by

SPONSORED BY: SPONSORED BY:

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RELAX AND STAY COOL

Relaxation Station

Misting Station

Feeling a little overwhelmed by all the fun?

Looking for other ways to stay cool at Pride this year?

Then stop by one of our relaxation stations.

Have a seat in the shade and enjoy some people-watching as you catch your breath.

Hang out as long as you’d like! Tables and chairs are available to enjoy all of the great festival food.

Come by the Misting Station sponsored by Nationwide Bank and beat the summer heat with a refreshing mist of water!

SPONSORED BY: PROVIDED BY:

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HANGOUT AND GO GREEN!

Leadership Lounge VIP Are you a Pride VIP? Why not consider becoming a Pride VIP this year?

Enjoy complimentary Food and Open Bar Service in our exclusive, air-conditioned Pride Leadership Lounge (with convenient restroom facilities) and VIP Parade Viewing Area on Saturday. You also get 2 free tickets to the Pride Brunch honoring George Takei on Sunday, June 22. A one-time payment of $600 gets you in!

Go to columbuspride.org/donate or call 614-930-2262.

SPONSORED BY:

Trailblazers Tent for LGBT Adults 50+ Saturday only! 11:00am-6:00pm Join Stonewall Columbus’ Central Ohio Group for LGBT Adults 50+ in a tent with plenty of seating right in the middle of the park! This tent boasts plenty of shade and seating so you can enjoy the Festival and keep cool!

The Stonewall Columbus Trailblazer Program is made possible by a generous grant from the Legacy Fund of The Columbus Foundation.

Go Green!

As part of our Go Green initiative, we are working with our sponsors to place recycling containers around the park so that we can stay green while we celebrate the community! Thank you for all that you do to support our Go Green initiative by being responsible and eco-friendly patrons of Pride 2014!

SPONSORED BY: SPONSORED BY:

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THE MURALIST Adam Crum Live Art, in the Park!

Watch and enjoy as local LGBT artist, Adam Crum, creates a work of art during the festival. Adam will be painting his mural along the pathway between the Pride Patio and the Shelterhouse Stage.

Once he is finished, the completed work will be auctioned off at the Pride Brunch with proceeds benefiting Stonewall Columbus.

Adam obtained his BFA from Columbus College of Art and Design. He has shown his portraiture locally and nationally. He is also the creator and founder of the Charliesheenzine, a local publication of kitsch comics. Adam was one of the members of the infamous Columbus art crew “Couchfire Collective� and has painted murals all over Columbus, including Polaris Fashion Place Mall, Lucky 13 Hair Salon, and several in the Franklinton Arts District. Adam would like to thank Jim Sweeney and Franklinton Development Association/ Urban Scrawl for making this mural possible. Also, he lays it down on the dance floor.

For real.

HUMAN HAMSTER BALLS! Back Again This Year!

Try out your balancing skills in the giant, human-sized hamster balls, available for fun by the Gazebo Stage!

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Columbus Urban Pride was started in 2012 by a small group of local community leaders to plan events that celebrate LGBTQ people of color during the annual Stonewall Columbus Pride Festival & Parade.

Now in its third year, Columbus Urban Pride has promoted nearly 50 events and touched the lives of nearly 20,000 LGBTQ people of color in Central Ohio.

At the intersection of race and sexuality/gender identity lies a host of complexities. Columbus Urban Pride offers a space where the complexities of one’s identity are fully celebrated.

This year CUP brings a list of events that will make you think, make you dance and may even make you sing. CUP will kick off the Pride weekend with our annual Pride KickOff Happy Hour, host two community conversations on important issues affecting queer communities of color, and the annual Film Screening + Panel Discussion series returns featuring “Gun Hill Road,” and this is just a snapshot. Be sure to check out the full schedule of 2014 events geared towards queer people of color (QPOC) and their allies.

But why a Columbus Urban Pride? Why is celebrating diversity important? Members of the CUP Planning Committee offer insight…

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“Columbus Urban Pride is important to me because it provides a space where LGBT people of color can celebrate their unique stories within the larger Pride celebration.

There are times when these experiences can feel isolating; having a network of individuals and groups to offer support is truly amazing.”

–Terrence Brooks “The intersection of being a person of color and an OUT member of the LGBT community can be challenging. Often, we feel invisible. Columbus Urban Pride gives us visibility. It gives us representation.”

–Troy Harris “Columbus Urban Pride helps expose the faces, cultures and celebrations of Columbus nonmajority LGBTQ communities, of which Black gay persons are significant contributors.

Personally, it is important that I perpetuate the spirituality of Black gay people—a spirituality that has helped sustain us, and a spirituality that has sustained The Church.”

–Rahmundo Imani

“The importance of visibility and representation cannot be overstated. People are searching for an affirming reflection of themselves; Columbus Urban Pride provides the space for that reflection to become a reality.”

–Erin Upchurch “Urban Pride is important because it’s an opportunity for LGBTQ people of color to celebrate being both a person of color AND being gay. Often LGBTQ people of color feel overlooked by the LGBTQ community, and shunned by our communities of color. Urban Pride allows us to be completely both without fear of rejection.”

–James Blackmon “Columbus Urban Pride is important to me because the seeds that we’re planting within our community today will serve as sustenance for those who come after, and hopefully will lead to less suffering and pain.”

–Aaron Thomas “CUP is important to me because it broadens the space and face of what LGBT Pride is. It’s an inclusive celebration that brings our community from the margins to the center.”

–Judy Alston

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2014 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS At the Intersection: Is Gay the New Black?

Thursday, June 5, 2014 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Stonewall Columbus, 1160 N. High St. Admission: Free

4th Annual Pride Gospel Service Sunday, June 15, 2014 11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Driven By Purpose Ministries, 459 E. Hudson St. Admission: Free

At the Intersection: LGBT & The Black Church

Thursday, June 19, 2014 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Columbus State Community College, Center for Workforce Development Ballroom 4th Floor, 315 Cleveland Ave. Admission: Free

Columbus Urban Pride Kick-Off Happy Hour Sponsored by Columbus Black Gay Men's Coalition Friday, June 20, 2014 6-9 p.m.

The Social, 527 Park St. Admission: Free

Columbus Urban Pride RAINBOW BASH: 3 Parties. 2 Buildings. 1 Price!

Sponsored by Traxx Midwest, Hey Girl Hey, TransOhio and Stonewall Columbus Friday, June 20, 2014 9 p.m. to close.

Park Street Saloon (525 N. Park St.) and The Social (527 Park St.) Admission: $10

KIGO Ent. presents PRIDE 2014 MAIN EVENT Saturday, June 21, 2014 11:30 p.m. until close.

Valley Dale Ballroom, 1590 Sunbury Rd. Admission: $10

Columbus Urban Pride 2nd Annual Film + Discussion “Gun Hill Road” sponsored by The Ohio State University Multicultural Center Sunday, June 22, 2014 4-8 p.m.

Ohio Union at Ohio State University, 1739 N. High St. Admission: Free

An official affiliate of

2014 Sponsors:

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VENDOR SPOTLIGHT

Name: Creative Foundations Location: 4 Day Centers around Central Ohio Founded: Est 2001 Tagline: Art: A Form of Community Integration Creative Foundations provides support to individuals with developmental disabilities which include: Residential, Integrated Day, and Employment Services. One aspect of our program is our paid artist position. Individuals, under the direction of an art coordinator, earn an income and are given an opportunity to express their creative side. Art is a tool for self-expression that boosts confidence while providing opportunities for learning and practice. All of our programs throughout Central Ohio are located in downtown spaces.

This promotes inclusion and integration into the community that individuals with developmental disabilities have always enjoyed.

Learn more about Creative Foundations at www.CreativeFoundations.org or facebook.com/CFIntegration Creative Foundations can be found along the east side of the U-way.

Name: Homohio by Local Liberation Location: Columbus, OH Founded: Est. 2012 Tagline: Local, Homemade, Handcrafted T-shirts (and more!)

Homohio began as a fundraiser to raise the legal fees in a fight for justice for our two daughters. It has since expanded into a small business and joined forces with Local Liberation to help further our goal: supporting LGBTQ rights and supporting local! Homohio and Local Liberation create original, handprinted t-shirts for adults, children, toddlers, babies, and pets! We create our own designs, mix our own paint colors, and even construct the screens that we use to print our shirts.

We print every shirt individually, by hand!! We create our shirts out of our home in Columbus, OH and purchase all of our supplies and materials that we use from other businesses in Ohio.

We are so honored to be in the Vendor Spotlight at Pride 2014! Pride means so much to us because we can be free to follow our hearts and be who we really are without worrying for even a second what someone might think. It means a better life for our family and what we can only hope that every day in the future will look like. And we are so happy to be a part of it.

Please visit our website at www.homohio.com and come meet us during the Pride Festival.

Homohio can be found along the north side of the SDG path.

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VENDORS AND FESTIVAL FUN! We have the most vendors ever this year, so don’t miss this unique and welcoming marketplace. Get out there and buy some fantastic products from LGBT-friendly companies and organizations!

Shop over 200 vendors that support the LGBT community and support them right back!

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Local Pride.

Community Proud.

Visit the AARP exhibit at the Columbus Pride Festival on June 20-21.

If you think we only offer discounts, you’re missing out. From pursuing your ideal second career to budgeting to buy a second home, living your best life is all about making your dreams work for you.

Discover the difference being an AARP member can make in your life.

Visit aarp.org/pride and start enjoying all of your Real Possibilities.

Real Possibilities is a trademark of AARP.

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for seeing opportunity in diversity.

At PNC Bank, we recognize that having a diverse workforce — to meet the needs of an ever changing and diverse marketplace — makes good business sense. That’s why we’re so focused on diversity and inclusion — in our hiring practices, our employee programs, and the communities in which we serve. We’re proud of the culture we’ve created where our employees can achieve great things. Learn more at pnc.com/lgbt.

PNC is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer – M/F/D/V/SO. ©2014 The PNC Financial Services Group, Inc. All rights reserved. PNC Bank, National Association. Member FDIC

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800.201.2011 | prism@battelle.org | www.battelle.org

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® Member FDIC. and Huntington® are federally registered service marks of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated. ® Huntington Welcome.™ is a service mark of Huntington Bancshares Incorporated. © 2014 Huntington Bancshares Incorporated.

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PLAY IT SAFE Stonewall Columbus has partnered with the Columbus Fire Department and the Columbus Police Department to make this the safest Pride ever!

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Sign-up to receive emergency text alerts about lost children, threatening weather, and other emergency alerts via text messaging.

columbuspride.org/emergencyalerts

Tag Your Bag Tag Your Tot We are asking parade participants and festival attendees to externally TAG YOUR BAG in an effort to lessen the number of lost or unattended belongings and to keep the Festival safe.

Bag identification tags will be available at information booths at both Goodale Park entrances at the Festival, the Stonewall Tent, and also available to parade participants at parade check-in. Make sure the tag is visible on the outside of your bag. These tags will help ensure that if you forget your bag, it will be returned safely and swiftly to you. If you see an unattended bag, please notify the closest volunteer or security officer.

In an effort to keep our children safe, tags will be available to parents to indicate emergency contacts. Please note all emergency contacts and meeting spots on identification tags. Identification tags will be available at information booths at both Goodale Park entrances at the Festival, the Stonewall Tent, and also available to parade participants at parade check-in. Make sure the tag is secured around your child’s wrist or placed in a visible location on their clothing. These labels will help ensure the swift return of your child should you become separated. Help us continue to make Columbus Pride the best weekend of the year!

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Treat Yourself to Gluten Free Happiness!

Specialty gluten free goodies for the whole family

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love is love.

celebrating love since 1897

The Westin Columbus 310 S High Street Columbus, OH 43215 614.228.3800 www.westincolumbus.com fcebook.com/westincolumbus instagram @westinweddings #westinweddings

stronger together Many view points with a singular vision.

KeyBank is proud to be a leader in corporate diversity. We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion, and providing support to the people and organizations in our communities.

go to key.com/community portraiture headshots events

Key.com is a federally registered service mark of KeyCorp. Š2014 KeyCorp.

KeyBank is Member FDIC. ADL3108.01

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H A P P Y C AT E R I N G

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Creative Foundations Working side by side with citizens who have disabilities to explore and develop their new interests and to collaborate with others in the community.

Developmental Disabilities Serving Central Ohio

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SWC PROGRAMS & SERVICES History

Stonewall Columbus was created out of the need for a full-time gay advocacy organization in Central Ohio. For over 30 years, Stonewall Columbus has grown in order to meet the needs of both the LGBT and the greater Columbus community on our issues of advocacy, education, and community building.

Center on High

The Center on High is located in the heart of the Short North Arts District and is the first community center in Central Ohio. Hosting classes, art exhibits, community events and meetings, counseling, and more, the center is a great place to stop by anytime for information about our constantly growing list of services.

Stonewall Columbus serves the community year round, not just on Pride weekend! We provide a community center that offers programming and services to enhance the well-being of our diverse community.

Visit stonewallcolumbus.org and take a look at some of the amazing services and programs available so close to home!

Free Counseling at the Center Emily Clark, MA, PCC-S Clinical Counselor

Stonewall Columbus In-House Counselor North Central Mental Health Services

If you would like to inquire about eligibility for services or set up a potential intake, please call (614) 227-6865.

Let the receptionist know that you are interested in setting up an intake with Emily Clark at Stonewall and you will be assisted promptly.

Additional information is available at, stonewallcolumbus.org/counseling Counseling provided by Stonewall Columbus counseling services are subsidized by funding from

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We’re Here for You

Stonewall Columbus continually expands programming for community members seeking a variety of services and activities.

In addition to ongoing support groups, we also offer services to connect others in a safe and comfortable environment.

Here are just a few of the programs and services we offer: • • • • • • • • • • •

Coming Out Support Groups Alcohol & Drug Addiction Meetings Health & Wellness Groups and Classes Social Clubs and Groups On-Site Counselor Transgender Support Network & Referral Trailblazer Program for 50+ LGBTA adults Running Club Hiking Club Grief and Loss Support Groups LGBT Veterans Support Group

PRIDE COMMITTEE & STAFF Stonewall Columbus Board of Trustees Brian Shinn President Deittra Heritage Vice President Terrence T. Wheeler Treasurer Thomas (Andy) DeVore Secretary Brian Cole Jay Coleman Vicki Crombie Lauren Dupuis Lisa Odierna Bill Ruffner Willa Young

Stonewall Columbus Staff Karla Rothan Executive Director

2014 Pride Committee Linda Blount-Jacobs Riana Brewer Terrence Brooks Laura Colbert Sara Colton Andy Devore Lauren Dupuis Michele Fregonas Carol Gadanac Liam Gallagher Tommy Good Lori Gum John Herman Hope Hindrichs Kelly Jaeger Kelly Martin Elizabeth Minot Mark Moore Autumn Odierna Tessa Petrocco Karla Rothan Scott Schopper Linda Schuler Kara Sexton Suzie Simpson Sile Singleton John Sowers Dwayne Steward Alicia Szempruch Aaron Thomas Marshall Troxell Elizabeth Well

Pride in Training (P.I.T.) Crew Taylor Beale Tim Boyer Janie Boykin Sabrina Boykin Janine Cirko Ryan Dittoe Lindsay Fadorsen Cierra Farris Jenna Hasser Lyn Herron Maria Hypes Rahmeen Ingram Amber Jeter Kayla McDonald Thomas Mennigen Benjamin Meyer Robyn Parris Patrick Paulus Kristen Rainbolt Emily Ross Dora Rowland Susan Russ Rebecca Smith Denny Smith Victoria Tovar

Michele Fregonas Business Manager Liam Gallagher Volunteer Coordinator Lori Gum Program Coordinator John Herman Marketing Coordinator Suzie Simpson Center Coordinator

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We give Pride a thumbs up We hope you like us too facebook.com/columbusalive twitter.com/ColumbusAlive instagram.com/columbusalive

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R EGIS TER NOW! www.2014GayGames.com

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LEADERSHIP CIRCLE Thank you to our generous Leadership Circle Donors!* David Arocho Ronald Balser Bob Barnes Kevin Beerman & Shawn Steen John Behal & Jim Elliott Mark Blair & Lance Demaline Douglas & Kimberly Borror Katharine Bowman & Kim Seibert Ray Brown & Matthew Hernandez Terry Brown & Joel Bradley Polett Cahue Jason Calhoun Brian Callaghan & William Souder Lori Cannon & Beverly Piatt Randy Carr & Dennis Bulley Charlie Carwile Monda Caudill & Barbara Rathbun Brian Cole & Ray LaVoie Jay Coleman J. Briggs Cormier Steven Cotter Michael Council Vicki Crombie & Barb Romanczuk Martin Dean & Timothy Huffman Jack DeBaar & Joe Seifert Thomas A DeVore Scot Dewhirst Bruce Dooley & Brad Earhart Lauren Dupuis Robert Eblin & Cory Skurdal JP Faulkner Paul Feeney & Chad Braun Edward Feighan Carol Fey & Joan Wurmbrand Joel Field Leslie Fine & Marian Lowe Amy Flowers Jim Frederick

Richard Gallagher Jason Gallourakis Mark A Gibson David Glisson & Jim Miller Russell Goodwin & Liam Pal Jeffrey Grace Lynn Greer & Stephanie Walton Andrew Grego & James Moser Thomas Grote & Rick Neal Amy & Kate Harrison Richard Harrison Bill Hedrick Joseph Heimlich & James Hodnett Judy Herendeen & Molly Muth Deittra Heritage Lyn Herron Garett Heysel Karen Hostetler Clyde Huffman & James Moore Heath Hughes Tim Huntsman & Steven Abernathy Wilbur Ischie Jack Jackson & Robert Storbeck Kelly Jaeger & Jenna Burchett Doug Kauffman Rajesh Lahoti & Travis Samson Robert McCally & David Rice James Meyer & Stephen Dial James Moser & Andrew Grego Brad Myers & Steve Rowlands Elliot Neufeld Frank Neumann & John Angelo Lisa Odierna & Julie Kleski Russell Goodwin & Liam Pal Bridget Pearson Terry Penrod Joe Pimmel

Mario Pinardi & Weldon Cartwright Robert Podlogar & Chandler Mercer Jay Poroda & Jay Trainer Letha Pugh & Wendy Miller Barbara Rathbun Bruce Reedy & Brad Blecha Bob Rice Malcolm Riggle Elizabeth & Beth Robbins Ryan Scarlata Linda Schuler & Karla Rothan Mark Schwamberger & Terry Etling Bruce Shalter Steve Shellabarger Brian Shinn Mary Ann Short & Anna Stephenson Debbie Smith & Kelly Cipriani Jeff Smith O.G. Smith & Darin Sparks John Sowers & Robert McDougal Rupert Starr Shawn Steen & Kevin Beerman Marianne Steger & Lisa Zellner Dwight Tingley & Eric Dupler Charles Tuttle & Eric Williams Dr. Lynn Wallich & Mary Jo Hudson Bradley Weatherford Terrence Wheeler & Dr. Rolando Martinez David Whitaker Susan White & Anne Casto Lee Ann Williams & Cindy Nye Helen Yee

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BANNER PROJECT Each year, Stonewall Columbus hangs banners that line the streets of Columbus promoting the annual Pride Celebration. This year our generous banner donors led by Malcolm Riggle have donated funds to hang over 100 banners throughout the city. The purpose of the banners is to advertise Stonewall Columbus Pride and enhance the visibility of our LGBT community in Columbus.

Special thanks to all of the Generous Banner Project Donors* AIDS Resource Center Ohio Artz, Dewhirst & Wheeler, LLP Mrs. Sarah Beeman Mick Bennett Mark Blair & Lance Demaline Bret Bolyard Douglas & Kimberly Borror Chad Braun & Paul Feeney Kory Crabtree David’s European Skin Care Martin Dean & Timothy Huffman Bruce Dooley & Brad Earhart Richard Harrison Clyde Huffman & James Moore Jason Calhoun James Landauer Larry Hayes Partners, LLC Michael Leonard & Daniel Burchfield Lee Lochtefeld & Colin Ferguson Sue Mayer

Nancy Metzger James Meyer & Stephen Dial Tammie & Brian Mirgon Todd Hellman Brad Myers & Steve Rowlands On Air Communications, Inc Diane Pierce Malcolm Riggle Phillip & Kim Robinson Salons at High and Hubbard Senior Home Choice Frederick Sewards Jeff Slesnick & Terry Wilmink Jeff Smith Dr. Keith Speers & Micheal Carroll Shawn Steen & Kevin Beerman Alexander Suttmiller Charles Tuttle & Eric Williams Victorian Village Guest House Tom Reagan Bob Whitehead Michele & Dana Winship

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FOUNDERS CLUB DONORS Thank you to our generous Founders Club Donors!* John Behal & Jim Elliott Katharine Bowman & Kim Seibert Randy Carr & Dennis Bulley Bruce Dooley & Brad Earhart Paul Feeney & Chad Braun Richard Gallagher Lynn Greer & Stephanie Walton Thomas Grote & Rick Neal Jack Jackson & Robert Storbeck Kelly Jaeger & Jenna Burchett Robert Podlogar & Chandler Mercer Letha Pugh & Wendy Miller Linda Schuler & Karla Rothan Mark Schwamberger & Terry Etling Bruce Shalter Steve Shellabarger John Sowers & Robert McDougal Rupert Starr Dr. Lynn Wallich & Mary Jo Hudson Terrence Wheeler & Dr. Rolando Martinez *as of May 20, 2014

PRIDE CIRCLE DONORS Thank you to our generous Pride Circle Donors!* Jim Arter Katharine Bowman & Kim Seibert Sheila Buchanan Mellissia Fuhrmann Judge Carrie Glaeden Russell Goodwin & Liam Pal Lynnette Halstead & Alice Wing Joseph Heimlich & James Hodnett David Hoover Clyde Huffman & James Moore F Robert Jackson & Robert Davis Jeffrey Kennedy Tom & Karen King Katherine Kriedermann Janet Lucas & Sherrill Howard

Carlos Lugo & Martin Phillips Joseph Miccio Mark Miller James Moser & Andrew Grego Barbara Rathbun Lyle Saylor Jon Shaffer & Richard Allen Mary Ann Short & Anna Stephenson Bryan Spangler Danny Strasser & Marc Michalsky Connie Theokas Kim Welter & Merri Bame Terrence Wheeler & Dr. Rolando Martinez B.J. White & Kari Engen Elizabeth Wydallis *as of May 20, 2014

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