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Monday, August 12, 2019
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OU Ton DVD/VOD: Bathroom Stalls & Parking Lots
Featuring award-winning crew members including colorist Edo Brizio, (“Kong: Skull Island”, “Lego Batman”), and Russian music producer and DJ Same K, who composed the original soundtrack for the film, which features queer artist Dilmond Meeks and Terrell Carter – cast member of FOX's Empire. Premiered at qFLIX Philadelphia where the film took home the Audience Award, as well as Best Picture and Best LGBT Film at IFS Film Festival.
Thursday, August 8, 2019
To Dog Park or Not to Dog Park: That is the question.
It’s important to recognize that dogs are active, social creatures who love to run. Playtime with other dogs can be a wonderful outlet for them. This means, for the right dogs, dog parks can be a fantastic way to:
- keep their social skills fine-tuned
- their bodies well-exercised
- their minds enriched
So how do you know if your dog is dog-park appropriate?
- Your dog should be physically healthy and up-to-date on all vaccinations, including Bordetella (kennel cough).
- Your dog should have good play or social skills – watch closely for play invitations, role reversals, and natural pauses. Also, monitor if your dog reacts well to being told “no" by their playmate. Dogs will correct each other for rude or annoying behavior, and it is important your dog can take the hint without escalating into a scuffle.
- As dogs get older, many of them become less tolerant of rude behavior and become choosier about their buddies. You may even notice an overall decline in the desire to play as your dog matures.
There are also some dogs who may be able to become dog-park dogs with a bit of work!
These dogs include dogs who may not seem to know how to play, seem
awkward, or sometimes escalate play into scuffles (so long as no one is
getting hurt!). If your dog falls into this category, consider working
with a force/fear-free trainer who specializes in dog-dog dynamics.
There are some dogs who just shouldn’t go to dog parks. They include dogs who are very fearful or nervous around other dogs – overwhelming them with lots of dogs all at once can make their fear more intense or may cause them to escalate into a fight or flight response. Instead, work with a professional fear/force-free trainer to get them more comfortable and work through their fears. These pups may never be dog-park aficionados, but they might grow to have a small circle of friends and be able to engage in play, either with a small group or one-on-one.
Dogs who have a history of injuring other dogs during fights or scuffles, even if those scuffles are rare, should not attend parks. These dogs are likely to bite with the same force again - which is not a fair risk to another family’s dog. Dogs who are aggressive, assertive, or always escalating into scuffles should not attend dog parks.
When you are at the park, pay attention to what is going on and don’t be afraid to leave if you see an inappropriate dog at the park. Listen to your dog! Not all dogs enjoy the company of other dogs, and it’s unfair to force them into uncomfortable situations just for the sake of “socialization.”
Your pooch probably prefers the company of you over other canines if they are:
There are some dogs who just shouldn’t go to dog parks. They include dogs who are very fearful or nervous around other dogs – overwhelming them with lots of dogs all at once can make their fear more intense or may cause them to escalate into a fight or flight response. Instead, work with a professional fear/force-free trainer to get them more comfortable and work through their fears. These pups may never be dog-park aficionados, but they might grow to have a small circle of friends and be able to engage in play, either with a small group or one-on-one.
Dogs who have a history of injuring other dogs during fights or scuffles, even if those scuffles are rare, should not attend parks. These dogs are likely to bite with the same force again - which is not a fair risk to another family’s dog. Dogs who are aggressive, assertive, or always escalating into scuffles should not attend dog parks.
When you are at the park, pay attention to what is going on and don’t be afraid to leave if you see an inappropriate dog at the park. Listen to your dog! Not all dogs enjoy the company of other dogs, and it’s unfair to force them into uncomfortable situations just for the sake of “socialization.”
Your pooch probably prefers the company of you over other canines if they are:
- frequently tense
- retreating from other dogs
- always telling them off when they get close
Lastly, take ownership of your own dog – if they are frequently the problem child, maybe it’s time to mark “dog parks” off the list of recreational activities. With the help of a professional, however, you may be able to get your dog’s social skills back on track.
Here is more info on all of Denver's amazing dog parks!
One Colorado is coming to Highlands Ranch!
Summer is here and we’re a hosting a town hall to hear from you about what’s next for LGBTQ equality in Colorado.
This year, we have been able to accomplish so much together - from electing our nation's first gay governor, to banning conversion therapy, to making it easier for transgender Coloradans to update their identity documents!
SO, WHAT'S NEXT? Sign up to learn more.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
ieuan - Virtual Reality
ieuan wrote this song in 30 minutes with producer Phil Cook (Little Mix, Olly Murs), and shares,"The song is about how everyone has their own sort of virtual reality - a disconnect from their real lives. The song hints at being ignored in your every day life. You go into a virtual reality where no one lies to you, everyone likes you, and you're not crazy.
"I sometimes feel like I'm on autopilot. Doing the same things every day, not feeling things the way I used to. Everything around me started to feel computer-generated. I felt really alone in busy places because everyone started to feel like software. It's almost as if this song is the anthem to my disassociation."
ieaun is a California kid, now based in London, writing with a voice beyond his years, tackling topics of love, loss, religion and youthful angst, fusing pop & R&B into a compelling style. Since uploading his first mixtape on Soundcloud, the Bay Area native has built up a rapidly growing following, with tens of thousands of monthly listeners and millions of streams. Additionally, he has shared the stage with artists such as Charlotte Lawrence and Elijah Daniels, has played the main stage at San Francisco Pride in 2018, and has even previously collaborated with Jesse Saint John on his track "Love It When U Love Me" which was featured on Billboard Pride's October 2018 Playlist.
Colorado Tourism Sets All-time Visitor Spending Record in 2018
Overnight stays by discretionary leisure travelers – those targeted by Colorado’s “Come to Life” campaign -- was up to a record-high 19.5 million, a 3 percent increase from 2017. Colorado had the ninth-largest share of these travelers nationally in 2018, up from 18th largest in 2009.
Even as their spending climbed sharply, the overall number of visitors rose by just 1 percent, with increases centered among day trippers, about two thirds of whom are Colorado residents. The findings signal that the CTO’s strategy of attracting higher-spend visitors, rather than ever-increasing numbers of travelers, may be yielding results.
The CTO’s 2018 research also found travelers across the country chose Colorado as the top-ranked destination for protecting and preserving its natural resources. In a survey fielded in April by Strategic Marketing & Research Insights (SMARI) to more than 2,500 U.S. travelers, Colorado was selected by 76 percent, compared with 73 percent for British Columbia, the next most highly rated state. Other ski states won relatively high rankings as well.
“Colorado’s rivers, forests, mountains, and plains are part of why so many people love our great state,” said Governor Jared Polis. “That’s why we continue to emphasize protecting our special wild places, ensuring Coloradans and visitors alike can enjoy them long into the future. With the full backing of tourism and outdoor recreation leaders across Colorado, we have been putting a collective stake in the ground to protect our natural assets, and others are paying attention.”
CTO research also shows Colorado residents are increasingly aware of and highly approve the state tourism office’s efforts to educate travelers about reducing impacts on natural resources, visiting in off-peak seasons and exploring less-visited destinations. Less than a year after the CTO introduced the new Care for Colorado Principles in a first-of-its-kind partnership with the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics, a resident sentiment study in April found 28 percent of residents already aware of the public awareness campaign.
“The leadership position that our state’s tourism industry has been carving out to promote responsible travel not only protects what makes our state such an extraordinary destination, it’s shaping up as an important competitive advantage,” said CTO Director Cathy Ritter.
“More and more travelers – especially Millennials and GenXer’s – are reporting that a destination’s sustainability practices are important in their choice of where to vacation,” she said. “Not only do we want to attract the kinds of travelers who care about our environment, now we have proof that Colorado is the best place for those travelers to find what they’re looking for.”
Colorado’s overall domestic visitation for 2018 edged up to 85.2 million from 84.7 million in 2017. Overnight leisure and business travel was virtually flat overall, while day trips – which account for 56 percent of all Colorado travel, increased by 1 percent. Nationally, overnight and day travel were up by 2 percent in 2018.
With new nonstop international flights launched in 2018, Colorado for the first time attracted more than a million international visitors. About 40 percent of those 1,049,000 international visitors came from the two border markets of Mexico and Canada, with the remaining 60 percent from overseas markets, including the UK, Australia, France, Germany, China and Japan.
Overseas visitors represent Colorado’s highest-value traveler, spending an average $2,438 per person per trip in 2018. That compared with an average spend of $775 per person for visitors from Mexico and Canada.
Colorado’s domestic discretionary leisure traveler spent an average of $495 per person per trip, compared with $386 for the national average. Colorado’s highest-spending domestic travelers are people on ski trips, who spent an average of $1,208 per person per trip, compared with $405 for Colorado’s outdoor travelers.
Colorado hung on to its historic position as the top state for ski vacations. With a 19.8 percent share Colorado retained the fourth-largest share of outdoor trips.
Colorado’s record-high traveler spending also generated unprecedented tax receipts of $1.37 billion, with 61 percent going to the state’s local governments. To replace those visitor revenues would have cost each Colorado household $806 in additional taxes last year.
The number of jobs directly supported by the industry also was at a record high of 174,400, a 1.9 percent increase from 2017, slightly above the national average.
Colorado residents ranked tourism as the state’s most important industry (77 percent), surpassing agriculture/farming (73 percent), technology (71 percent), retail (66 percent), financial services (61 percent), aerospace (59 percent) and mining (51 percent).
See after the jump for citations of CTO research and additional findings.
Wednesday, August 7, 2019
Gimme Some Shuga: Shuga Cain Serves Up Dazzling Cakes and Iconic Lewks
Pour some Shuga on it! The new digital series Gimme Some Shuga, featuring Drag Race Season 11 star and baking extraordinaire Shuga Cain premiered yesterday on WOW Presents Plus.
The how-to cake-decorating show will follow Shuga Cain as she teams up with baking aficionado Justin Salinas from Cake it With Justin. On each episode, the talented duo will serve up one of Drag Race’s most iconic lewks into the most dazzling sugary masterpiece you’ve ever seen!
California Dreamin': The Most Enchanting Gay-Friendly Hotels in The Golden State
Register Now: MMAA Rainbow Shield Certification
This LGBTQ cultural competency training is a unique opportunity for military and veteran service providers or advocates to sharpen their skills and expand their knowledge base.
All participants will receive certificates that they can provide to their organization for potential CEU or CPU credit. Participants will also receive digital badges to display on their LinkedIn profile, email, social media, or elsewhere.
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Friday, August 2, 2019
Reconstructing Cinderella City: The Rise and Fall of a Mid-Century Shopping Fairytale
MOA has teamed up with Denver Modernism Week and The Cinderella City Project to host an engaging presentation and digital virtual tour of the rise and fall of a mid-century shopping fairytale.
Experience the colorful history behind one of Colorado's most
famous and quirky shopping centers. Presenter Josh Goldstein will
explore the forces, trends, and little-known facts behind the rise and
fall of Cinderella City.
Josh will also take you on a virtual tour of the mall using a 3-D
model driven by video game technology, where he has been accurately
reconstructing every detail of this massive shopping center! Still a
work in progress, The Cinderella City Project is an effort to digitally reconstruct the mall in distinct time periods for an immersive history experience.
Fun Fact! MOA currently occupies part of the last remaining buildings that was originally part of Cinderella City Mall.
Ariana Grande & Social House - boyfriend
Today Ariana Grande and buzzing LA singer, songwriter and producer duo Social House release their new song “boyfriend” via Schoolboy Records/Republic Records.
The video, also out now, made its broadcast premiere on MTV Live, mtvU and the iconic Times Square Viacom billboard, and it will also air on MTV’s Fresh Out Fridays and TRL.
Of the song, Social House says, “We’ve always had so much fun working with Ariana, so we’re really excited for this song to finally be out in the world and for our fans to hear it! We hope everyone loves it as much as we do.”
Grindr for Equality Announces Grants in the Middle East-North Africa Region
"From the beginning, the MENA region has been at the heart of our work at Grindr for Equality," said Jack Harrison-Quintana, Executive Director of Grindr for Equality and VP of Social Impact at Grindr. "We have been honored to stand alongside activists and organizations in support of the LGBTQ+ community in the region, and we look forward to continuing this life-saving and life-affirming work."
Grindr for Equality has for years partnered with a number of organizations in the MENA region in countries such as Iraq/Kurdistan, Turkey, and Tunisia, and other countries in the region to advocate for the rights of the LGBTQ+ community. The company has collaborated and offered support to the Lebanon-based and regionally-focused Arab Foundation for Freedoms and Equality, IraQueer, OutCasts, and the Kaos Gay and Lesbian Cultural Research and Solidarity Association. Grindr for Equality also partnered with the MENA Organization for Services, Advocacy, Integration & Capacity (MOSAIC) to release a survey report "The Regional Livelihood of GBTQ Using Grindr," which shed light on the discrimination members of the community are experiencing in the region.
"We are proud to have this opportunity to even further strengthen our relationship to the LGBTQ+ community in the MENA region," said Azza Sultan, Associate Director of Grindr for Equality. "By supporting organizations from the region, Grindr for Equality is able to help turn their missions into realities to create awareness, safety, and acceptance."
One Colorado: What Colorado's conversion therapy ban means to me.
By Silas Musick, he/him/his
Today, Colorado's historic ban on conversion therapy goes into effect. This makes us the 18th state to ban the harmful practice, and is an important step towards allowing LGBTQ Coloradans to live out their fullest lives.
As someone who testified in support of this bill, it has profound personal meaning to me. For the past few years, I have shared my story publicly. While it has often been difficult to open the most raw parts of myself, if my story helps just one struggling LGBTQ person, then it will be worth it.
When I came out as gay I was ridiculed, hushed, shamed, and pushed into silence. The months and years that followed my coming out were the darkest days of my life. I don’t wish that on anyone, especially youth who are seeking acceptance and belonging. Hours of conversion therapy to change who I am proved to be deeply damaging, and in 2010, following a long, dark depression, I nearly took my own life. Sadly, my story is not an isolated example and so many have actually lost their lives in this fight.
When Colorado's ban on conversion therapy was passed, I felt heartened and inspired. Colorado has risen to become a leader in LGBTQ equality, and I am so proud of us for banning this harmful, discredited practice. I believe in a society where we all live in our personal power and are celebrated rather than berated for our differences.
Despite this landmark legislation, we have a long way to go. One Colorado has been a central force in securing protections like the ban on conversion therapy, and they couldn't do it without your support. Whether it's $10, $50, or $100 each month - every dollar is invested in ensuring a more fair and just Colorado for all. Let's celebrate today, and get back to work on Monday.
Wednesday, July 31, 2019
POND - The Boys Are Killing Me
POND have today shared details of their upcoming Autumn tour of the United States. Beginning with a performance on September 21st in Brooklyn at Warsaw, the tour goes on to hit venues in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia and San Francisco before culminating in a show at the Fonda Theater in Los Angeles on September 29th.
The prolific force from Perth released their 8th studio album, Tasmania - featuring "Daisy," "Sixteen Days" and "Burnt Out Star" - back in March on Interscope Records. Today, the band are sharing the video for "The Boys Are Killing Me," which was filmed on a Super 8 camera by Jay Watson while they were on tour through Sweden, U.K. and France.
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