As the world continues to learn more about coronavirus and its spread, it's vital to stay up-to-date on the latest developments. However, it's also important to make sure that the information being distributed is from credible sources. To that end, Between The Lines has compiled, [...]
Gays at a glance: Black History Month
In the Spotlight: Black History Month African-American and African Diaspora Art: Early gay and lesbian African-American and African Diaspora artists did not openly declare their homosexuality, but in the late twentieth century, many artists began [...]
She/He Said Week of Feb. 15
"I've been called a bitch - and a lot worse - for years. And you know what, so what? People who think that aren't going to change their minds. And I wouldn't dream of sending [...]
Pro-gay group seeks procreation requirement for marriage
By Lisa Keen It sounds like the brainchild of an ultra-conservative activist. A group in Washington State has initiated an effort to secure a ballot measure this November that seeks to require couples applying for [...]
International News Briefs Feb. 15
Putin respects gays but worries about birthrate Prodded by a reporter, Russian President Vladimir Putin made his first public remarks about gays Feb. 1. Responding to Moscow Mayor Yuri Luzhkov's recent denunciation of gay-pride parades [...]
Editorial: Transphobia should be fought on all fronts, even at home
For 15 years, Julie Nemecek has worked as an associate professor of adult studies, teaching business and communications at Spring Arbor University. All of this changed last week when the university decided to not renew [...]
Organization looks to bullying victims for bill’s support
Victims of school bullying can anonymously step forward to help LGBT-rights activists to lobby a school-safety bill in front of state Representatives and Senators in Lansing. "We decided to launch 'Make the Bullies Stop!' because [...]
Transgendered professor fights to keep her job
by Sharon Gittleman SPRING ARBOR - Julie Nemecek, 55, would like to keep her job as an associate professor of adult studies, teaching business and communications at Spring Arbor University. The university wants her gone. [...]
Q Puzzle: “Love Makes the World Go ‘Round”
February 12, 2007 Across 1 Showing excitement 5 Dated 9 "There, there" 14 It may get a licking 15 "___ that dare not speak its name" 16 Stood out 17 Hathaway of "Brokeback Mountain" 18 [...]
NiteOut: Good times
Was it the cold? Was it Sara's birthday? Or old friends back in town? Maybe all these things brought a group of revelers together at the Hayloft Saloon in Detroit on a Saturday night.
LGBT community should fight to regain health benefits
ACLU attorney Jay Kaplan is right, we DO need to rally at the capitol! Everyone should be aware that the Michigan Supreme Court is composed of Federalist Society members, extreme reactionaries who have decimated civil [...]
Viewpoint: Black History/Herstory Series, Pt. 3
By Imani Williams It is 2007 and many people still have a hard time naming a person of African descent who is openly same gender loving. For some people the task is arduous because they [...]
MICHAEL CHARLES PIPER: Exercising his commitment to our community
By Kimya Afi Ayodele In this second of three installments on unsung heroines and heroes in our local African American SGL and Transgender community, I introduce you to, Michael Charles Piper. Michael is a 44-year-old [...]
Students seek to uncover nursing home needs
A group of students from Eastern Michigan University School of Social Work are conducting a survey seeking to assess the possible needs of the lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender population who either currently or may [...]
Avalon open Sundays starting this week
DETROIT - It's become a local institution. But since opening in 1997, Avalon International Breads has always been an institution you can only visit and patronize five days a week. Having studied under Geri Larkin, [...]
West Michigan activist’s journey leads her to head new Triangle field office
SPRING LAKE - When Colette Beighley's 16-year-old son came out to her in 2005, her first response was to go in search of information. "We love and support our children unconditionally - no matter what [...]
Triangle changes board leadership
DETROIT - Members of the Triangle Foundation's board of trustees unanimously elected Roland Smith as their new chairman Feb. 4. Smith replaces Jackie Anderson, who chaired the board for 17 months. "Roland Smith has the [...]
Viewpoint: Rev. Dr. Renee McCoy preaches a message of encouragement in celebration of Black History Month
By Kimya Afi Ayodele On Sun. Feb. 11, the Rev. Dr. Renee McCoy provided the homily at the Metropolitan Community Church Detroit in Ferndale for both morning services. In addition to the church's usual decor, [...]
Hear Me Out
Katharine McPhee "Katharine McPhee" Columnist: C- Editor: Uuugh! (D) Available now McPhee. McDonalds. What's the difference? Well, Mickey D's at least offers a value meal. Meaning, maybe a limp batch of 99-cent fries leaves you [...]
Driving Miss Lampanelli
Interview by Chris Azzopardi Few Words From the Writer Some things shock me. Most don't. But, never having endured Lisa Lampanelli-like interviewees (Kathy Griffin came close), her hilariously sexual frankness took the interview up umpteen [...]
McPhierce!
Choosing Taylor Hicks over Katharine McPhee might just be the biggest mistake that America has ever made. The prematurely gray dude may've won season five of "American Idol," but the raven-haired runner-up should give even [...]
Comic Opera Guild comes to Village Theater
When the Village Theater in Canton opened around three years ago, the Comic Opera Guild, an Ann Arbor-based theatrical company, was in the midst of beginning a search for a new home for its productions. [...]
Curtain Calls ONLINE
Professional Theater News: Icarus Falling announces cast for world premiere of 'Fatal Error' LANSING - Icarus Falling is pleased to announce the cast for its upcoming premiere of "Fatal Error" by Kevin L. Knights & [...]
Art & Around for the period Feb. 15-24
ARCHITECTURE/GARDEN TOURS: Edsel & Eleanor Ford House Discover the Ford House with all-new tours that go behind the scenes, examine special subjects and provide a new perspective on the family that left an indelible mark [...]
Theater Events for the period Feb. 15-24
PROFESSIONAL THEATER/OPERA: Amadeus The story of two brilliant composers, Mozart and Salieri: one humbly gifted and the other viciously envious. Hilberry Theatre, Detroit. Plays in repertory through March 3. $15-$28. 313-577-2972. http://www.hilberry.com Between Men and [...]
Pet of the Week: Meatball
Meatball is quite a gal. This eight-month-old shorthaired kitty has the sweetest face you'll see! PRECIOUS! She's both happy and social, making friends with all she meets. Meatball is looking for lots of love and [...]
Book Marks: “Red Carpets and Other Banana Skins”
by Richard Labonte February 12, 2007 "Red Carpets and Other Banana Skins," by Rupert Everett. Warner Books, 416 pages, $25.99 hardcover. Such a charming bitchy queen, this Rupert fellow, who's on a first-name basis with [...]
Q Scopes: “Speak from the heart, Gemini!”
by Jack Fertig February 12, 2007 A long-running opposition between Saturn and Neptune creates a tug-of-war between pragmatism and ideals. Fundies of all stripes go berserk, but artistic vision can come out of it, especially [...]
Ask the Diesel Dyke: All work and fun on Caribbean cruise
By Lena Thomspn So, 2007 started with such a bang, I had to skip writing this column for one month, because I've just been so busy! Did ya miss me? Well, I'm back and revving [...]
General Gayety: Middle man
By Leslie Robinson At last an NBA player has come out. I think we should celebrate. Somebody go cut down a net. Former NBA center John Amaechi has joined former football players David Kopay, Roy [...]
String trio makes UMS debut
ANN ARBOR — The University Musical Society presents the dynamic young string trio Time for Three in a unique chamber music concert at 4 p.m. Feb. 18 in Ann ArborÕs Rackham Auditorium. Comprised of violinists [...]
Jazz bassist Dave Holland returns to Ann Arbor
ANN ARBOR - Returning almost three years after his University Musical Society debut, world-renowned jazz bassist Dave Holland and his Octet and Big Band will perform at 8 p.m. Feb. 22 at the Michigan Theater. [...]
‘Bloom’ blossoms locally
There's a hurdle between childhoodÕs innocence and the rigidity of adulthood we must all jump. "It's a beautiful time," says Stephen Petronio, whose New York-based dance company will premiere their touring engagement locally Feb. 16 [...]
Review: No reservations: Aral IS fully committed
If it wasn't for the restaurant business, actor-wannabes living in New York would probably starve to death. Not because that's where they eat - they couldn't afford the prices. Rather, that's where many - if [...]
REVIEW: Wilson: Living and dying by personal law
By Robert W. Bethune, guest critic If you would like to get to know six people to the bottom of their hearts, including the best about them and the worst about them in exquisite balance, [...]
REVIEW:Improv troupe scores late night dream
Metro Detroit's improv community sure knows how to throw a holiday party. This past December, area improvisers got together to participate in Planet Ant's eagerly anticipated Colony Fest - an annual "battle of the improv [...]
LaBute’s women get last word – or do they?
The protagonist in Detroit-born playwright Neil LaBute's recent play, "Some Girl(s)," isn't really evil. He's just a self-absorbed schmuck. It wouldn't be a LaBute play otherwise. Known for writing edgy works about relationships - sexual [...]
REVIEW: Intriguing abstractions at the Hilberry Theatre
By Robert W. Bethune, guest critic There were some truly extraordinary women in the Victorian age. Three of them were extraordinary explorers. Eric Overmeyer's play is ostensibly about them; he imagines them traveling together to [...]
The OutField: Out to write wrongs
By Dan Woog Two words with long histories of hatred fly around every professional locker room. One - so odious that mainstream media often will not print it, calling it "the 'n' word" - is [...]
Anti-gay co-worker makes cubicle life hellish
Q: I am having trouble with a co-worker who is now sitting right across from me in a cubicle. She just moved to our department two weeks ago, and it has been the worst two [...]
The bully connection: How Hollywood slurs affect LGBT teens
I am not big on network television. I have never seen "Survivor," "American Idol" or "Desperate Housewives." My viewing preferences generally consist of programs more on the line of "Tavis Smiley." "Animal Cops," "Living with [...]
Parting Glances: Berries for a state visitor
It's not an up-tempo day. I awoke this morning only to discover that my pipes are frozen solid - no cold water to temper the hot water for my invigorating daily shower; no flush water [...]
Viewpoint: Political correctness wins out in gay candy ad controversy
By Chris Crain Under pressure from gay groups, the candy maker Mars pulled a TV ad for Snickers that aired during last week's Super Bowl showing two tough mechanics freak out after they accidentally kissed. [...]
All Politics is Loco: Wolves in judge’s clothing took our benefits away
By Sean Kosofsky They came in the wee hours of a Friday morning. They hunted us like prey. They waited quietly, stalking us for ten months, and then they pounced. Like wolves circling a wounded [...]
Creep of the Week: Ted Haggard
Here's a story problem for you. A train carrying a nationally known evangelical pastor leaves the station at 11:23 a.m. traveling 69 miles per hour. If the train travels for approximately three years and stops [...]