Upcoming Events for Sept+Oct 2019
Your guide to the “must-go” events for this October + November! HAVE AN EVENT TO LIST? DO IT ONLINE AT FOCUSMIDTENN.COM
September 5, 2019
Focus Mid-South
Ray Rico, a Latinx advocate, owns a digital marketing agency and publishes Focus LGBT magazine, amplifying LGBTQ+ voices in Tennessee and the Mid-South. He champions HIV advocacy, fighting stigma and discrimination. Through his work, Ray strives for a more inclusive society.
Fall Pride Festivals
The origins of gay pride here in the United States date back to the Stonewall raid on June 28, 1969. On this day, police in New York City staged a
September 4, 2019
Pride Journeys: St. Louis
By Joey Amato The last time I was in St. Louis I was still in my 20s, and I had the energy to party all night. After many shameless social
September 3, 2019
Grand Rapids Teams with Saugatuck/Douglas and Pride Journeys to Host First West Michigan Specific LGBTQ Media Trip
By Focus Staff This August, the convention and visitors bureaus of Grand Rapids and Saugatuck/Douglas joined forces to host their first-ever joint LGBTQ media trip. The trip was designed to
September 3, 2019
Prepping for PrEP
Although you may only now be starting to hear and see more about “PrEP,” which stands for pre-exposure prophylaxis, it’s been around as a way to prevent HIV for almost seven years. While you have probably seen commercials for it, or ads in magazines, a lot of people still don’t know exactly what pre-exposure prophylaxis means. So, let’s walk you through the basics.
September 2, 2019
ETC’s Fourth Annual 10 Minute Play Festival
Emerald Theatre Company in residency at THEATREWORKS at the SQUARE 2085 Monroe Ave September 6, 7, 8, 2019 Friday and Saturday at 8:00 PM and Sunday Matinee at 2:00 PM
August 27, 2019
Abandoned: Capturing Fleeting Moments With Jay Farrell
Raw, profound, unsullied: This is just how Jay Farrell likes his emotions. These are also just some of the words you might use to describe the Tennessee-based photographer’s latest book “Abandoned Nashville: Dark Corners of Music City.”
August 26, 2019
Focus Middle Tennessee Partners with Nashville CARES
Focus Middle Tennessee is partnering with Nashville CARES to donate a portion of advertising proceeds to its 2020 Dining Out for Life ® campaign.
August 21, 2019
The Titans and CARES Partner up!
Nashville CARES has partnered with the Tennessee Titans to offer tickets to some of the best games this year at a deeply discounted price!
August 11, 2019
Nashville CARES Announces Participation in the Safe Place Program
Nashville CARES is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Metro Police Department (MNPD) and the MNPD LGBTQI Liaison. Nashville CARES has been approved by the MNPD as an official Safe Place location for the reporting of Hate Crimes, domestic LGBTQI assaults, and school bullying incidents. Clients or non-clients may report incidents here at CARES.
August 8, 2019
Have a Great Idea? Youth Ignite Memphis Can Help You Launch It!
On November 9, 2019, BRIDGES and the Bridge Builders® program will be hosting its 5th Annual Youth Ignite Memphis event. Youth Ignite Memphis is a youth-led event that provides a
August 7, 2019
Pride Journey: Spokane, Washington
By Joey Amato The Pacific Northwest is and has always been one of my favorite places in the country to visit. Natural beauty is around every corner and Spokane is
August 6, 2019
