Jason

Moving Story

In late June of 2012, at the age of 57, my partner Robert, our yorkie terrier Max and myself undertook a major life change by moving from our native New England states to Fresno, CA. This was not an impulsive move but was the culmination of several years of taking vacations in Fresno to visit […]

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Happy New Year

As we look back on 2021 with all of its pandemic-related challenges, from mental health to finances, we can be nothing but enormously proud and grateful to our all volunteer staff: This year we’ve begun a new virtual speed friending program to help combat loneliness and isolation. We adopted families for the holidays, providing food

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LGBT+ Virtual Speed Friending

LGBT Fresno is proud to announce: LGBT+ Speed Friending! January 6th from 6pm to 7pm RSVP for your link to join   This is an online event catered to anyone within the LGBT+ community or allies looking to meet new people and make friends! Use your webcam/camera on your phone/tablet/computer. We’ll go over the rules and

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Confessions of Former Truscum

Oftentimes, I’ve found that the angriest, most depressed people compensate in the most aggressive ways. Said compensation can be both internal and external, can aim to hurt others or bruise the self. However, in the end, it always does harm. The pain continues until acceptance arrives and judgment ends. Not just externalized judgment of others,

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The Reality of Transitioning: Where Society Struggles and the Internet Saves

One of the most frightening things someone can face in life is, arguably, experiencing a major life change blindly and alone. Whether that change affects your mental or physical health, your relationships, or perhaps your status in society, dealing with such an event can put a significant strain on you. Dozens of questions may surface

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lgbt fresno holiday party

Chosen Family Holiday Party

Join us for a fun filled evening of food, friends and games!This is a no cost event to provide a safe and supportive place for our LGBT+ community to be together and celebrate with friends. Sunday, December 19, 2021 from 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM Kodiak Club1800 Tulare StreetFresno, CA 93721Dinner and non alcoholic drink provided.Our

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LGBT+ Virtual Speed Friending

LGBT Fresno is proud to announc: LGBT+ Speed Friending! November 2nd from 6pm to 7pm RSVP for your link to join   This is an online event catered to anyone within the LGBT+ community or allies looking to meet new people and make friends! Use your webcam/camera on your phone/tablet/computer. We’ll go over the rules

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Not Outcast, Just Out

Republishing a piece from my past that is just as relevant today as it was back when I originally wrote it… I am 43 years old and have been “out” for about seven years. I’ve always known that I am gay. I think back to when I was nine or 10 years old and having

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