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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 Arbor√ïs Rackham Auditorium. Comprised of violinists Zachary DePue and Nicolas Kendall and [...]
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, sit down with August WilsonÕs characters in ÒKing Hedley [...]
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 lamb, the Michigan Appeals Court showed its fangs and [...]
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 weeks of my working life. She is a right wing Christian and I am an agnostic [...]
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. The Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against [...]
Girls' offers variety of lady lotharios
By Jillian A. Bogater Sometimes shorter is better. That surely seems the case with "She Likes Girls," a collection of six lesbian short films released by Wolfe Video just in time for Valentine's Day. The romantically themed flicks, while largely [...]
Despite legal setback, fight for benefits will continue
Friday's decision by Michigan's Court of Appeals denying domestic partnership benefits to same-sex partners of public employees is an insult and a direct assault on LGBT families here in Michigan. It is infuriating, mean spirited and sends the [...]
Gushing grooves
By Matthew Zeiberman 'This Is Love' "This Is Love" Jason and deMarco http://www.jasonanddemarco.com They're more than pretty faces. Jason and deMarco are Christian. And gay. Their new gushy single, "This Is Love," floods with love. That's no [...]
Nation should replicate Ruth Ellis Center's efforts with homeless gay teens
By Jason Cianciotto The National Gay and Lesbian Task Force Policy Institute, in collaboration with the National Coalition for the Homeless, released a national report today titled Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender youth: An epidemic of [...]
Singleton party hopes to inspire puppy love
BY SHARON GITTLEMAN DETROIT – Still looking for the love of your life? Your future may lie in your best friend's paws. Canine To Five is hosting an after Valentine's Day party from 7-9:30 p.m. on Feb. 15, at its midtown Detroit doggy day care [...]
Tales from the Underworld: With these dog collars, I thee wed
By Jillian A. Bogater For better or for worse. In sickness and in health. Woof-Woof. Adopting a pet is a commitment that parallels marriage. For years, I have had two dogs: Lexie (a small black lab) and Lili (a Snausage-shaped black-and-tan cocker [...]
Valentine's Day gifts for the eco-minded
As Valentine's Day approaches and you start thinking about the perfect gift for that special person in your life, consider gifts that make a difference as well as show how much you care. Wild Birds Unlimited (www.wbu.com) stores offer gifts that [...]