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Florida First to protect LGBT Youth from Conversion Therapy!

11/30/2018

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​Florida State Senator José Javier Rodríguez introduced Senate Bill 84 (SB 84) to protect LGBTQ youth from receiving conversion therapy, which falsely claims to be able to change people’s sexual orientation and gender identity, from licensed mental health practitioners, on November 21, 2018. With SB 84, Florida becomes the first state to introduce legislation to end conversion therapy in the 2019 legislative session.

“In most states it is still legal to force children into conversion therapy and that is wrong. When it comes to this debunked practice, there is no conversion and there is no therapy. So-called conversion therapy does not work because youth are who they are. They should be supported rather than shamed. More importantly, the practice we seek to ban is not therapy.” said Sen. José Javier Rodríguez (D Miami) “The long-term, even lethal, damage it does to youth is well documented. If you’re going to be a licensed practitioner in Florida, refraining from harming our youth with this debunked practice should be a basic requirement.”

A poll released in 2017 showed 71% of Floridians support banning conversion therapy for minors. Twenty local governments in Florida – both cities and counties – have adopted conversion therapy bans, which is more than in any other state in the country.

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Holiday Gift Ideas 2018

11/29/2018

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By Joshua Beadle

​The holidays are fast approaching and there's so much to do... holiday parties, happy hours, working, happy hours, cooking, working out, and more happy hours... and dont forget about all the gift buying! We wanted to make sure that this holiday season you help support your community by shopping locally so SarasotaOUT.com gathered a list of gift ideas from local LGBT friendly and LGBT owned businesses! Check out our list below and make sure to tell them SarasotaOUT.com sent you! Happy shopping... and see you at the happy hours!
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Custom Portraits

Idolize your furry friend with a pet portrait by local artists Herb Morgan. Prices vary based on size. He can also do people too. Including nudes!

Herb Morgan Art 
941-359-6585

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Crystal Infused Water Bottle

$80 | A pure crystal stone firmly fastened inside a glass bottle to create an elixir that supports revitalization and clarification of the mind and body.

Boutique Lavina
1269 1st St suite 1, SRQ
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Skinny Wallet

$15 | Save your friends and loved ones from fat wallet syndrome with a Southern Tide canvas card case.


Island Pursuit
357 St Armands Cir, SRQ
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Roller Skates

$99 | Roller Skating is back and it's not just for kids! Get a pair of Holographic skates for anyone on your list.


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T. Georgianos
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1409-B 1st St, SRQ
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New Divine AF Album

We got to preview their new album, "This Side of Desire," and it's really good! You can pick up a copy at the release party on December 14th or on their website.

Fogartyville Community Media and Arts Center | 525 Kumquat Ct, SRQ
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Books

Stop by The Reserve and pick up a book or a few to give to co-workers or for your secret Santa this year and sip on a selection of beer and wine while listening to live music.

The Reserve​
​1322 N. Tamiami Trail, SRQ
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Car Detailing

The CUTE guys over at Wergs Detail are offering 15% auto detailing use coupon code "Holiday18" at checkout. A great gift for a car lover or yourself!

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Wergs Detail
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4553 Northgate Ct, SRQ
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Face Detailing

Some people, including myself, love the gift of beauty - and by beauty I mean fillers, botox, lip injections and more - OH MY! Visit our friends over at The Laser Lounge for all of the above. 

Laser Lounge
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4553 Northgate Ct, SRQ
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Professional Portraits

Capture a moment of love, friendship, and family with a professional photography session with our friend Heather Lauren Photography.

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Heather Lauren Photography 
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941-549-0943
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​Bath Accessories

Turn your loved ones bathing experience into a Spa Treatment! Visit our friends over at Spoiled Dirty Rotten near Siesta Key for a variety of handmade soaps, oils and bath accessories.

Spoiled Dirty Rotten Cosmetics, Soap & Bath Bakery | 5636 Swift Rd, SRQ
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Adopt Don't Shop

This little guy, along with his many rescued friends are looking for forever homes. Nothing is more magic than adoption for the holidays. #adoptdontshop

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Nate's Honor Animal Rescue
4951 Lorraine Road, Bradenton
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Toys...

Sorry, this picture had to be censored. What was shown in the pic was sex toys, lingerie, sexy men's underwear and whatever else your dirty mind can think of - All great gifts for your better half. 

Giggles

4407 S Tamiami Trail, SRQ
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Riding + Dining Experience

Give something truly unique, like a half day trail riding experience on gorgeous kind spirited horses at beautiful properties with ecological wonders including homemade tantalizing meals and decadent drinks. 

Epic Equine Experiences
941.705.3884
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Tickets to Drag Bingo

Beneva Fruitville is one of the hardest working women in Sarasota and you can watch her play with her balls at her Bingo Bonanza at McCurdy's Comedy Club. You'll laugh, you'll cry and everyone gets the free space! 

McCurdy's Comedy Club
1923 Ringling Blvd, SRQ
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Tickets to Lion King

Giraffes strut.  Birds swoop.  Gazelles leap at Lion King coming to the Van Wezel next year! Get your loved ones tickets to one of the most breathtaking and beloved productions ever to grace the stage.

Van Wezel
777 N. Tamiami Trail, SRQ

Have an IDEA that didn't make the list? Add it to the comments below.
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Remembering Harvey Milk 40 Years Later

11/28/2018

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​By: Joshua Beadle
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In this month's midterm elections, voters across the country sent a record number of LGBT candidates to Congress and Colorado elected the nation's first openly gay governor. These victories come 40 years after the assassination of the first openly gay elected official in California — Harvey Milk.

Last night Shannon Fortner, ricipient of Sarasota's 2018 ICON award, hosted a demonstration at Five Points Park to remember the San Francisco Board of Supervisor who in 1978 coaxed the city council to pass a gay rights ordinance that protected gay people from being fired from their jobs.

On Nov. 27, 1978, Supervisor Milk and Mayor George Moscone were assassinated by Dan White, a former police officer and former city supervisor who had clashed with Milk over LGBTQ issues.

A hand-full of candle lit supporters, gathered on the rather chilly night in front of a rainbow lit sign of Harvey Milk. Shannon spoke with a megaphone, standing on a soap box and referenced the tragic Pulse Nightclub shooting from June 12, 2016, stating, "Our hearts beat on to honor the lives we've lost" and reminding us that the work we do each day keeps Harvey Milks' legacy alive.

The success of LGBTQ candidates in the midterm elections would have been hard to imagine four decades ago when Milk first won office. In his life he was a political hero, in his death, a martyr. His existence though, led the way for future generations to fight for our LGBTQ rights. Harvey would be proud.


Members of ALSO Youth, Divine AF, SarasotaOUT.com, Firefly SRQ and a handful of curious patrons were in attendance.

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