May 16th, 2012
Ben Cohen, England Rugby World Cup Champion and Chairman of The
Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, to attend special local screening
of film “Legalize Gay”
LGBT ally Ben Cohen will return to Atlanta on June 11th for a special screening of the film “Legalize Gay” as part of the 2012 Stonewall Month activities, sponsored by the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, The Atlanta Pride Committee, and Out On Film.
Ben Cohen is an England Rugby World Cup champion and among the world’s greatest athletes. He ranks second in all-time scoring for England and first among straight professional athletes to focus his philanthropic efforts for the benefit of the LGBT community. Among the subjects in director Christopher Hines’ award-winning film, Cohen will be present for an interactive Q and A after the screening scheduled to take place June 11th at 7:30 p.m. at the Midtown Art Cinema.
“The Times They Are A-Changin” sang Bob Dylan at the height of the civil rights movement in the 1960s. Indeed, the same could be said today for the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. After years of struggle, public opinion is finally moving in favor of LGBT equality and a new generation is pushing forward that change, backed by a growing chorus of straight allies. Christopher Hines’ film looks at the new generation of activists – among them: Ben Cohen, who has established the anti-bullying StandUp Foundation in Atlanta; Spelman University’s Jeshawna Wholley, who set up the first Pride event at the University and was later invited to meet President Barack Obama; and Danny Hernandez, the intern credited for saving the life of Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.
“Legalize Gay” had its world premiere at last year’s Out On Film festival before traveling to film festivals and campuses across the country. The June 11th Atlanta screening of “Legalize Gay” is a fundraiser for The Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, The Atlanta Pride Committee, and Out On Film. Tickets to the screening and panel discussion are $15 and go on sale starting at 3 PM on May 16th at http://legalizegayatlanta.eventbrite.com and will also be available at the door (pending availability).
The Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, Inc.
The Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, Inc. is the world’s first foundation dedicated to raising awareness of the long-term, damaging effects of bullying, and funding those doing real-world work to stop it. We stand up against bullying regardless of to whom it happens. Because lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people are often targeted by bullies, we give particular attention to this community. We include removing homophobia from sports as central to our mission. For more information, go to www.standupfoundation.com.
The Atlanta Pride Committee
Atlanta Pride Committee annually hosts the largest LGBT Pride event in the Southeast in addition to a month long slate of Stonewall events. For more information, go to www.atlantapride.org.
Out On Film
Out On Film is one of the country’s oldest LGBT film festivals, celebrating its 25th anniversary this year. For more information, go to www.outonfilm.org.
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April 25th, 2012
Atlanta, Georgia. – The Atlanta Pride Committee (APC) is pleased to announce the full schedule of events in honor of the anniversary of Stonewall.
Atlanta Pride Committee Board Chair, Glen Paul Freedman said of the newly publishedschedule, “We’ve hosted Stonewall Week for several years and wanted to branch out to include more events and more community partners in the hopes of reaching more members of our community, which lead to the creation of our most extensive and diverse list of Stonewall offerings thus far, lasting far longer than just a week!”
These events are a collection of collaborationswith various organizations and a way to showcase some of the outstanding work being done on behalf of the LGBT movement in Atlanta and across Georgia.
Freedman stated, “We are excited to feature our sister organization, Augusta Pride, as they celebrate their third festival. They have done an amazing amount of work in such a short time and we are delighted tofeature their event and encourage folks to make the trip to Augusta to enjoy the fruits of their labor!”
The Atlanta Pride is confident that there is something of interest to everyone with the robust schedule of events they have to offer. A full schedule is attached. More events are being added, so please check the Atlanta Pride website for the latest additions and updates!
About Atlanta Pride: The main purpose of the APC is to promote unity, visibility and self-esteem among lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons and to promote a positive image in the Atlanta area and throughout the Southeastern United States through community activities and services.
The main mission of the APC is to provide lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons with cultural and educational programs and activities which enhance mental and physical health, provide social support, and foster an awareness of the past and present contributions of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons, through community activities and services, including an annual Pride event.
Media Contact:
Q&A Events
Sheila Merritt
smerritt@QandAEvents.com
404.762.5665 x302
PRIDE 2012- STONEWALL EVENTS
June 5
Bayard Rustin Centennial: Lessons Learned – Then & Now I Must Resist: Bayard Rustin’s Life in Letters book discussion (Part 1 of 3) – 7:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Charis Books and More/Charis Circle and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
June 11
“Legalize Gay” screening – 7:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Out on Film, the Ben Cohen StandUp Foundation, and Atlanta Pride Committee,Inc.
Landmark Midtown Art Cinema, 931 Monroe Drive NE, Atlanta, GA 30308
June 12
Bayard Rustin Centennial: Lessons Learned – Then & NowI Must Resist: Bayard Rustin’s Life in Lettersbook discussion (Part 2 of 3) – 7:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Charis Books and More/Charis Circle and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
June 15
“Stonewall Uprising” screening – 7:00 p.m.
Co-sponsored by First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
First Existentialist Congregation of Atlanta, 470 Candler Park Drive, Atlanta, GA30307
June 16
Fifteenth Annual East Point Possums Show to benefit the Phillip Rush Center – 7:00 p.m.
Presented by the East Point Possums
The Commons, 2727 East Point Street, East Point, GA 30304
June 19
LGBT Refugee/Asylee Awareness Event – TBD
Co-sponsored by Refugee Resettlement and Immigration Services of Atlanta and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
The Phillip Rush Center, 1530 Dekalb Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307
Bayard Rustin Centennial: Lessons Learned – Then & Now I Must Resist: Bayard Rustin’s Life in Letters book discussion (Part 3 of 3) – 7:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Charis Books and More/Charis Circle and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
June 20
LGBT Health Insurance Event – 7:00 p.m.
Co-sponsored by the Health Initiative and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
The Phillip Rush Center, 1530 Dekalb Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307
June 22
Pride Seder – 7:00 p.m.
Presented by Congregation Bet Haverim
Central Congregational Church, 2676 Clairmont Road NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
Eight Annual Evening for Equality – 7:00 p.m.
Presented by Georgia Equality
Twelve Hotel at Atlantic Station
June 23
Pride Run – 8:00 a.m.
Co-sponsored by Front Runners and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
Piedmont Park
Augusta Pride – Parade- 10:00 a.m.; Festival-11:00 a.m.-7:00 p.m.
Presented by Augusta Pride
Augusta Common, 836 Reynolds Street, Augusta, GA 30901
June 29
Sinclair Sexsmith: Radical queer masculinity and body confidence workshop – 7:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Charis Books and More/Charis Circle and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
June 30
Third Annual Sylvia Rivera Community Event: Fellowship, food, and a panel discussion with Trans community members – 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Juxtaposed Center for Transformation, TILTT (Transgender Individuals Living Their Truth), and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
The Phillip Rush Center, 1530 Dekalb Avenue, Atlanta, GA 30307
Sinclair Sexsmith: Readings from Say Please: Lesbian BDSM Erotica and discussion of tips to unleash your inner erotic voice – 7:30 p.m.
Co-sponsored by Charis Books and More/Charis Circle and Atlanta Pride Committee, Inc.
Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
July 1 – Bonus Event
Queer Childrens’ Story Hour – (call Charis for more info: 404.524.0304)
Presented by Charis Books and More/Charis Circle
Charis Books and More, 1189 Euclid Avenue NE, Atlanta, GA 30307
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April 5th, 2012
Atlanta, Georgia. – The Atlanta Pride Committee (APC) is pleased to announce that the nomination period for 2012 Parade Grand Marshals is now open! Atlanta Pride Committee Board Chair, Glen Paul Freedman said, “Being asked to serve as a Grand Marshal is the highest honor that Atlanta Pride can bestow upon someone in recognition for their support of the LGBT community.” Freedman continued, “We are hopeful that nominations will come from a diverse group of applicants. Individuals from around the LGBT community and our allies are welcome and strongly encouraged to submit a nomination.” The nominating period will be open from April 5, 2012 – May 28, 2012. Selected participants will be contacted in early June and once all invitations have been confirmed, a complete list of 2012 Grand Marshals will be published. An official announcement will be made in mid-June.
The number of Grand Marshals selected for the 2012 parade is dependent upon the number of nominations received. A volunteer group from the Atlanta Pride Committee will comprise the selection committee. If you know of a qualified candidate who deserves to be honored as a Grand Marshal this year, please download the nomination application form, which can be found on the Atlanta Pride website at: www.AtlantaPride.org
Once you have completed the form, you can return it via email or fax to Buck Cooke, Managing Director, at: buck@atlantapride.org or 866.766.9104. You can also mail the form to the Atlanta Pride office at: 1530 DeKalb Ave., NE, Suite A, Atlanta, GA 30303. Be sure you submit the completed form early, to ensure that your nominee is considered for inclusion!
About Atlanta Pride:
The main purpose of the APC is to promote unity, visibility and selfesteem among lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons and to promote a positive image in the Atlanta area and throughout the Southeastern United States through community activities and services. The main mission of the APC is to provide lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons with cultural and educational programs and activities which enhance mental and physical health, provide social support, and foster an awareness of the past and present contributions of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons, through community activities and services, including an annual Pride event.
Media Contact:
Q&A Events
Sheila Merritt
smerritt@QandAEvents.com
404.762.5665 x302
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March 20th, 2012
Atlanta, Georgia. – The Atlanta Pride Committee (APC) is pleased to announce that the
Atlanta Pride Festival will be returning to Piedmont Park in 2012. The Southeast’s
largest Pride Festival will be hosted October 13-14, which coincides with National
Coming Out Day.
Atlanta Pride Committee Board Chair, Glen Paul Freedman said, “We are excited to
announce the 2012 Festival dates to allow the entire community ample planning time for
this wonderful event here in Atlanta.” Freedman continued, “Piedmont Park is such a
beautiful setting, the Atlanta Pride Committee is thrilled to continue our relationship with
this convenient and appealing locale.”
The Atlanta Pride Festival is currently the largest event in the United State to coincide
with National Coming Out Day, which is observed on October 11th. Other established
community events that take place around the same timeframe include The Health
Initiative’s Garden Party, Out on Film and the Atlanta AIDS Walk.
Leading up to The Atlanta Pride Festival, APC will be organizing events and activities
throughout 2012 to build enthusiasm for the festival, including special events during the
month of June to commemorate the anniversary of the Stonewall Riots. Additionally, the partnership with the Georgia Aquarium, for the Kickoff Party, will continue as a part of
the 2012 Pride celebrations. A full schedule of programming and parties is still being
developed for Atlanta Pride Week. For updates and information about events
throughout the year, please visit www.AtlantaPride.org.
Applications are now open for parade participants as well as market vendors. For the
past several years, both of these sold out – so interested parties are strongly
encouraged to submit their application and payments early to ensure their inclusion!
Further information is available at www.AtlantaPride.org.
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March 9th, 2012
Atlanta, Georgia. – The Atlanta Pride Committee (APC) announced today the hiring of an Interim Event Manager, Buck Cooke. This new position is a short-term project position and was created so that the qualified candidate could step in immediately and handle the day-to-day operations, festival committee coordination and APC programming during the search process for a new APC Executive Director.
APC Board Chair, Glen Paul Freedman said of the development, “We are thrilled and excited to welcome Buck Cooke to the Atlanta Pride Committee staff as our Interim Event Manager.” Freedman continued, “Buck brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our organization for operations and event planning from his work experiences at Georgia Tech and Emory University.” Cooke has also served as an APC volunteer for many years, most recently as the Entertainment Committee Co-Chair. The Atlanta Pride Committee will conduct an open search for a new Executive Director.
About Atlanta Pride:
The main purpose of the APC is to promote unity, visibility and selfesteem among lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons and to promote a positive image in the Atlanta area and throughout the Southeastern United States through community activities and services. The main mission of the APC is to provide lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons with cultural and educational programs and activities which enhance mental and physical health, provide social support, and foster an awareness of the past and present contributions of lesbians, gay men, bisexuals and transgender persons, through community activities and services, including an annual Pride event.
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