You very well may have uncovered a truer you thanks to John Cameron Mitchell. Maybe it happened while you were experiencing some kind of divine queer intervention through soul-searching heroine Hedwig Robinson, who comes into [...]
Across 1 Common connections 5 Go in only partway, at the beach 9 “How queer!” 13 Honeypot lover 14 Anal alternative 15 Etheridge concert series 16 Shirley’s la Douce role 17 ___ Hari 18 Low-voiced [...]
With its unique blend of poetry, music and personal testimonials of black gay men living their authentic truths in 1980s America, Marlon Riggs' "Tongues Untied" stood out among documentaries of the day both in its [...]
Between the cake, photographers, floral arrangements and wedding attire on display at the 9th annual Between The Lines Wedding, Home and Life Expo on Sunday, Oct. 13, Dearborn's The Henry, Autograph Collection hotel felt transformed into a unique celebration of both marriage and equality.
You work hard at the gym, and it can be frustrating when all that exercise and effort isn’t providing the results you want – like melting away the fat around your midsection. Part of the problem may be that you’ve gotten yourself into a routine that’s no longer working, causing your weight-loss goals to plateau. There are ways to tackle this universal issue, from obvious habit changes to more under-the-radar solutions, like planning an adventure getaway. Take a look.
New Orleans-based rapper and bounce music ambassador Big Freedia is a hip-hop artist who is changing the game. Her website describes her style best, characterizing it as "call-and-response lyrics over rapid-fire beats and booty-shaking." And [...]
Support Metro Detroit's LGBTQ community at the Affirmations LGBTQ community center on Saturday, Oct. 26. That's when Affirmations will host its annual Fall Fling event to familiarize the community with the center, its programs and [...]
Cocktails and costumes collide at Royal Oak's Hallowcrawl: the annual Halloween pub crawl across the city's downtown. Held on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 1 to 6 p.m., tickets start at $20 and include Halloween-themed swag, [...]
Held at Mt. Clemens' Emerald Theatre, those looking for a chance to try out their costumes on a spooky night out before Halloween can come to the 2nd annual '80s Zombie Prom & Costume Ball. [...]
At this point, "American Idol" is a mere footnote in Adam Lambert’s undaunted, venturesome, decade-long career. It was 2009 when Lambert astonished gays and moms with his confident strut and those sky-high notes, ultimately giving [...]
The ICON Detroit Leather Weekend is a celebration of leather culture and history in the Detroit community and it’s back for a fifth installment next week. Three nights of events begin on Friday, Oct. 18, at Menjos nightclub for a meet-and-greet. On Saturday the fun continues with the Mr. ICON Detroit Leather 2020 contest at the Marble Bar. The weekend concludes on Sunday afternoon with a pig tea at the Hayloft Saloon.
Hamtramck — For the second year in a row, Planet Ant Theatre will recognize National Coming Out Day with the Second Annual Live Out Fest: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Identity & Freedom. The four-day festival takes place Oct. 10 through 13 across Planet Ant’s performance venues in Hamtramck: The Planet Ant Black Box Theater, Ant Hall and Ghost Light Bar.
By Romeo San Vicente Cynthia Nixon joins cast of 'The Gilded Age' Now that you’ve seen the "Downton Abbey" movie are you ready for the prequel? Because "DA" creator Julian Fellowes is moving to HBO [...]
British pop singer Natasha Bedingfield first made it on international music scene with the release of her debut album "Unwritten." Since then, she's gained a massive fanbase across the world and is now debuting her [...]
Music and Halloween spookiness collides at The Crofoot in Pontiac during the Creepy Cheapy Double Feature. Starting on Friday, Oct. 15, attendees can expect "a meticulously curated lineup of live bands will take over three [...]
On Monday, Nov. 4, fans can gear up to hear Carrie Brownstein and Corin Tucker of Sleater-Kinney play new sounds from their latest album "The Center Won't Hold," released four years since the band's critically [...]
It’s 8:30 in Italy, and maybe if Mika didn’t feel so deeply connected to his new album he’d just want to go to bed. But the sparky glam-pop performer doesn’t mind my before-bed call; in [...]
Across 1 Facial application 4 B in Leviticus 8 Mark through 12 Straddling 14 Toledo's lake 15 Big name in pumps 16 Hard to come by 17 "No" voter 18 Trojans' org. 19 With 35-Across, [...]
An overflowing crowd of hundreds filled the Pittmann-Puckett Gallery at the Affirmations LGBTQ center in Ferndale on Sunday. The occasion: a celebration of the life and work of artist and longtime Between The Lines columnist [...]
On Friday, Oct. 11, at the One Night Stans Comedy Club, fans of games and drag queens alike can come together for a night of fun. The event is hosted by Kara Coraci and will [...]
From 3 to 11 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 26, Detroiters can get in their favorite scary, silly, sexy or downright spooky costumes and join their friends on a bar crawl through Greektown. Early bird pricing [...]
Fact: You can’t go to Target without spending a hundred bucks. You know how it goes: You enter the store armed with a list that you plan to stick to, yet this, that and [...]
Hosted by the Pontiac Creative Arts Center and the Oakland University Gender & Sexuality Center, Kaleidoscope of Expression is a celebration of LGBTQ artistry. LGBTQ artists from across Michigan and beyond have submitted art of [...]
The “Miss Congeniality” is your pageant dyke. A “Speed” dyke can effectively drive a 40-foot transit bus. And witchy lesbians can all see themselves represented in “Practical Magic.” Who knew that the best way for [...]
Across 1 Line in a Rita Mae Brown novel? 5 No longer jail bait 10 Straddling 14 Tow job 15 St. Teresa's town 16 Half of "Lois and Clark" 17 Where to find hot [...]
By Romeo San Vicente Jane Lynch and Cyndi Lauper really want a 'Golden Girls' reboot You’ve seen "Shark Tank," so you know what a “pitch” is. No? OK, it’s when you’re a screenwriter and your [...]
Black Girls CODE Detroit is hosting a Learn to Code a Robot with SmartGurlz event. On Saturday, May 18, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Wayne State University. During this workshop participants will explore [...]
Eastern Market Brewing Company is calling all donut fans with samples, beer, coffee and more at Donut Fest Detroit on Sunday, Oct. 6. Find out more about the event online at eventbrite.com. THe Eastern Market [...]
This fall twin musicians Tegan and Sara are not only releasing their ninth studio album "HEY, I'M JUST LIKE YOU," they'll be releasing their memoir, too "HIGH SCHOOL." The book will fill readers in on [...]
Kristin Chenoweth likes to say that if it can’t be explained, it must be the unicorns. Why does she have so many gay fans? Well, you’re only partially right if you thought it was because [...]
Between regularly appearing on Comedy Central, developing a web series, writing for shows like Netflix's "Big Mouth," raising a child and an upcoming debut as a TV doctor in "Carol's Second Act" (premiering Sept. 26 [...]
Across 1 Top-drawer 5 Drag queen's shoe 9 "Yeah, sure" in Las Vegas 13 Leia's brother 14 On ___ with (equal to) 15 "You're the Top" songwriter Porter 16 Opposed to, to Gomer 17 [...]
The crowds are gone, Oval Beach is free instead of $10, and the weather (and water temperature in Lake Michigan) are still good. You can’t beat a fall weekend in Saugatuck-Douglas in southwest Michigan. It’s the Midwest’s only gay resort area and just a short drive from Chicago, Detroit, and many other cities. You can also fly into nearby Grand Rapids.
DEARBORN — Since marriage equality became the law of the land in 2015, LGBTQ people have been seeking equality-minded vendors who want to do business with them. Backlash from a minority of companies has put the national spotlight on this issue, driving it all the way to the U.S. Supreme Court, where arguments now rage on the legality of discrimination in providing services like baking cakes and photography.
Staying motivated at work when the chips are down isn’t easy. You feel deflated, like a failure, maybe even afraid you’ll lose your job.
On Thursday, Sept. 26, Keller Williams Realty is hosting an event for anyone interested in becoming a realtor. This seminar aims to provide attendees with a better understanding of the industry and the tools needed [...]
Those looking to buy their first home, fix up an existing one or move out of their existing housing arrangement are encouraged to attend the MSHDA Detroit Wayne County Housing and Resource Fair. This event [...]
Trisha Yearwood has never cared what the country community thought of her LGBTQ allyship, so why start now? The country music icon, who has lent her robust and emotionally resonant mezzo-soprano to hit songs like [...]
Real Estate professionals from across the state will come together on Friday, Oct. 25, to hear top real estate executives to learn more about the business. This event is hosted by the Michigan Real Estate [...]
Across 1 Embarrass with porn, perhaps 6 "Dancing Queen" band 10 WNBA star Rebecca 14 Nephew of Donald Duck 15 Jacques of song 16 Doctor Zhivago 17 Young girl of old comics 18 Cotton [...]
At this point in his life, Charles Alexander is a venerable institution in Detroit’s LGBTQ community. A look at the 83-year-old artist and activist's achievements and the significance of his contributions to the community are [...]
A mix of denim, leather goods, swimwear and boldly printed tops, Untied on Woodward is a menswear boutique that encourages shoppers to ditch the formalities and embrace a sleeker take on the laid-back look. It's [...]
By Romeo San Vicente This is not a drill: There’s a new 'Matrix' movie on the way Neo and Trinity! The red pills that those unpleasant internet dudes keep going on and on about (incorrectly)! [...]
A fall festival for dogs and dog-lovers alike, Barktoberfest also features locally brewed craft beer and music. Happening on Sunday, Sept. 15, the festival encourages attendees to bring their dogs, a friend and enjoy the [...]
On Monday, Sept. 16, and Tuesday, Sept. 17, Patti Smith will perform at the Royal Oak Music Theatre. The internationally known and Grammy Award-winning artist has been inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of [...]
Relationships are hard enough as it is, but throw money into the mix and it becomes a recipe for certain disaster. It doesn't have to go down like that though. Your relationship can survive a financial crisis – yes, even a menacing mound of debt – if you can both get on the same page and work together to solve the problem.
Danielle Balbuena is a singer and rapper who is best-known by fans as 070 Shake. A part of the musical collective 070, Balbuena contributed to the mixtape "The 070 Project: Chapter 1" and has since [...]
When Natasha Bedingfield found fame in 2004, what would become of the world was, as she sings on the hit song that established her pop-star status, “still unwritten.” Now if only it could be re-written, [...]
LOS ANGELES — It was a long two days. NFL free agent Ryan Russell came out twice in a personal column on ESPN on Aug. 29 and during the subsequent whirlwind of press — first as [...]
