Gay Community Resources 
This section of my website contains links to resources for the gay community which includes organizations that help those who are still closeted and those who are totally out. Organizations that defend and help protect the rights of the gay community. Also sites dealing with HIV and AIDS issues. Though it is not a "gay disease", many in the gay community are affected by it. Also links to sites of gay nightclubs, get-aways, B&Bs, etc... and sites containing lists of these kinds of links. Links are categorized and in alphabetical order. If you know of any links pertaining to this type of information and you feel should be added to this section, please feel free to use the form on the Suggestions page to let me know. For the latest info on gay marriage and weddings, visit my Gay Marriage page.
If any of the links on this page are not working or the site is no longer there (dead links), please contact me. Thanks. Most links to other websites on this page open in a new window. Pictures are links too and most open in a new window.
The links on this page were last checked and updated on September 21, 2006



SECTIONS:
BARS/NIGHTCLUBS
CHAT, PERSONALS, AND NEWS
HIV/AIDS RESOURCES
ORGANIZATIONS/FOUNDATIONS
MISCELLANEOUS-PRODUCTS, GROUPS, ETC.

Bars/Nightclubs
- BROTHERS NIGHTCLUB- Tallahassee, FL- (850-386-2399) 926 W. Tharpe Street, Tallahassee, FL, 32303- Tallahasse's only Pansexual Playground! A well known Nightclub for all people with no attitude all night long! Brothers offers an entire night's entertainment in one location. Bring your friends, dress sexy, sip on cocktails, and get ready to party! Brothers is an 18+ to enter, 21+ to drink club. Check the site for special events and the Cabaret Shows (drag shows). Be sure to check out Brothers' new liquor store, Late Nite Liquors, located right next door to the club.

- THE CASTLE- Greenville, SC- (864-235-9949) 8 Legrande Blvd. Greenville, SC- Gay dance nightclub & drag shows. Open on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sundays. Must be 18 to enter, 21 to drink. A lot of straight/bisexual people on Saturday nights. Drag shows Fridays and Sundays around 12:30am. Members free before 11pm, $5 after 11pm, $2 VIP. Under 21 $7.
- CLUB JADE- Tallahassee, FL- (850-574-1105) 2122 W. Pensacola Street, Tallahassee, FL 32304- Club Jade is a diverse club for all people of Tallahassee! We provide a number of different nights, music, and experience to cater to your every need! Club Jade is committed to providing a safe environment for Tallahassee's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Community. Realizing that visibility is a major way of gaining equality and acceptance in the eyes of our community and the nation, we support the Family Tree, Tallahassee's LGBT Community Center. We host fundraisers, Pride Parties, and other festivities through the Family Tree to reach out to our community. Every Friday night, Club Jade offers Pride gear and apparel through JanBerry Cranberry Inc. Come out and get your apparel to be out and proud in Tallahassee!
- CLUB 621- Greenville, SC- 621 Airport Rd. Greenville, SC- Bar has closed down permanently as of December 2005!
- CHEYENNE CATTLEMAN'S CLUB- Spartanburg, SC- (no website) (864-573-7304) 995 Asheville Hwy. Spartanburg, SC- Lite leather gay bar.
- THE COVE LOUNGE & CLUB- Spartanburg, SC- (no website)- (864-576-COVE [2683]) 9112 Warren H Abrnthy Hwy, Spartanburg, SC 29301- Gay dance nightclub with drag shows.
- GAY BARS- Gay nightclubs and bars listings from all states in the USA and international listings also. Be sure to check that the bar/club is still open before traveling to it, as many bars/clubs come and go often.

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LUMBERJACKS CAMPING RESORT-
Unadilla, GA- (478-783-CAMP [2267]) 50 Hwy 230, Unadilla, GA 31091 Email- A private members only alternative camping resort, catering primarily to gay and lesbian clientele, 18 years of age or older, that desire the benefits of enjoying nature at its best, meeting new people, and making new friends, all in a free, undiscriminating atmosphere. We have a 4000 sq. ft. dance club called "The LumberYard" and a gay product store called "The Tool Shop". Day passes are available for those who would just like to visit the club and/or store. We are located in middle Georgia, two hours north of the Florida Line, and two hours south of Atlanta just 7 miles off Interstate 75 in Unadilla, Georgia. We are open all year. At LumberJack's our mission is to "Continuously strive to be Georgia's Premier Gay Campground, providing a premier camping experience, consistently, at a good value to our members, while being responsible citizens and business operators in our community." Rates Directions

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VELOCITY- Charlotte, NC- (704-333-0060) 935 S. Summit Ave., Charlotte, NC- Gay dance nightclub in a giant warehouse like building. From their site:HOTTEST GLBT nightclub/lounge in Charlotte. We here at Velocity plan on bringing the kick back into Charlotte nightlife. How so? Well, by bringing the finest DJ's and entertainers right here to Charlotte! Join us every Friday and Saturday to dance, party or just kick back and enjoy yourself! Velocity, where the good vibes flow freely and the party doesn't stop! They have had some well known entertainers perform there, just check out their Hall of Fame in their "Club Info" section.
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VOODOO LOUNGE- Valdosta, GA- (no website)- (229-293-9166)- Club is closed as of July 14, 2006 as it moves to a new location. More info as it becomes available- Gay dance club. Drag shows. Saturday night is the best night and usually packed. Mixed race and age crowd. Techno, House, Hip-Hop and dance versions of Pop music. $5 entry fee.
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Chat, Personals, News
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GAY.COM- Excellent source of all the latest gay news including world, social and entertainment. Also an excellent place to meet other gay people in your area for love, friendship or whatever through the personals or chat. One of the biggest and best gay chats around.

- GAY MARRIAGE- See my own gay marriage page which has all the latest up-to-date news and information on gay marriage, including some wedding resources.

- OUT IN AMERICA- Website for the gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered community of America to meet to make new friends, love interests, etc...They have chat, personals and the latest world & local news that affects the gay community. They also have communities broken down into bigger cities, for example, "Out In Greenville" or "Out in Dallas". Go to Out In America chat rooms by clicking here. Usually not too many people chatting but they do have thousands of members.
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HIV/AIDS
- AIDS.ORG- AIDS Organization- Any and everything you need or want to know about HIV and AIDS, which by the way is not a "gay disease", but a human disease.

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AID UPSTATE- AIDS Service Organization For Upstate, SC- empowers people living with HIV in the Upstate area of SC (Anderson, Oconee, Pickens and Greenville counties) and encourages active community responses through advocacy, direct services, awareness and prevention. Their services include housing assistance, nutritional and pharmaceutical needs, food and transportation. In addition to serving as advocates for their clients, AU, in partnership with other community organizations, seeks opportunities to teach and inform Upstate citizens who are at risk of contracting HIV/AIDS of the dangers of certain risks behaviors. Free HIV testing is available on site as well as sites around the Upstate. See a full list of their Services.

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amfAR- The American Foundation for AIDS Research- Leading non-profit organization dedicated to the support of AIDS research, AIDS prevention, treatment education and the advocacy of sound AIDS-related public policy. Great organization. Be sure to donate if you can.

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HIV TESTING- HIV Testing Resources- Go here to find out about HIV testing, including the types, the procedure and where to go in your area to get it done. Don't stay in the dark about your HIV status, go get tested now. At most all places you can get it done anonymously and with no hassle.
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NATIONAL AIDS TRUST- NAT- the UK's leading HIV and AIDS policy development and campaigning organisation. NAT works in the UK and internationally for policies that will prevent HIV transmission, improve access to treatment, challenge HIV stigma and discrimination and secure the political leadership to effectively fight AIDS. You can also help with support by visiting their shop.

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WORLD AIDS DAY- World AIDS Day- December 1st is World AIDS Day internationally. Wear a red ribbon to show your support. Help stop HIV/AIDS around the world. 2005 Theme: "Wise Up. Wear it. Where's yours? Show off your red ribbon on 1 December." Did you realize that at least 5 people worldwide die of AIDS every minute of every day? AIDS has hit evey corner of the globe, infecting more than 42 million men, women and children. Visit the website to read the stories of people who have helped in the fight against this disease and to see what action you can take. The photo below is made up of thousands of red ribbons representing the millions of people affected by HIV/AIDS. Go to the website to see the full size poster.

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Organizations/Foundations
- GEORGIA EQUALITY- A dynamic leading organization dedicated to full equality and the empowerment of all lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons, as well as their friends and families through political and educational advocacy. These goals are referenced as action plans are created, supported, implemented and measured for continuous improvement and growth of a healthy organization: 1) Ensure quality programming 2) Procure the funds necessary for the maintenance and growth of the organization 3) Increase the number and frequency of collaborative relationships with other organizations, political groups, and businesses 4) Improve communications between our organization, other organizations, elected officials and businesses 5) Increase diversity in all areas of the organization 6) Increase visibility of LGBT individuals in state and community leadership positions.

- GLAAD- Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation- Dedicated to promoting and ensuring fair, accurate and inclusive representation of the gay and lesbian community in the media, news, etc...

- HATECRIME.ORG- This website keeps updated information about hate crimes against gay people. You can read about individual cases plus get the latest news on hate crime legislation. Also keeps you updated with those who promote or encourage hate crimes. Read about these victims of gay hate crimes: Mathew Shepard, PFC Barry Winchell, Brandon Teena, JR Warren, and many more.
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HRC- Human Rights Campaign- Their motto is "Working for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgenered Equal Rights". In other words, they help to obtain equal rights for the gay community. You can become a member or just help by taking action on the issues at hand. Be sure to sign the Million For Marriage Petition to show your support for gay couples to be able to marry and receive the rights and benefits of hetrosexual couples. They have over 400,000 signatures as of August 1, 2005!

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INTERPRIDE- InterPride- The International Association of Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgendered Pride Coordinators, Inc. exists to promote lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender pride on an international level, to increase networking and communication among Pride groups, to encourage diverse communities to hold Pride Events, and to act as a source of education. Want to find a Pride Event close to you? Check out the 2005/2006 Global Calendar of Pride Events.

- MATTHEW SHEPARD FOUNDATION- This is the foundation created by Judy and Dennis Shepard, in memorial of their 21 year old son Matthew Wayne who was brutally murdered and died on Oct. 12, 1998 in Laramie, WY because he was gay, to raise awareness of and help stop these senseless hate crimes against the gay community.
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NCOP- HRC's National Coming Out Project- If your in the closet and tired of it, go here to get inspiration and courage to come on out. October 11th of each year is National Coming Out Day. Feel free to contact me for my full story on how I did it at age 29 (after wasting all that time being closeted). They say that most teenagers that commit suicide do so because of feeling abnormal about being gay and therefore staying "in the closet" with no one to talk too. They feel they have to remain closeted to "fit in" or be what others say is "normal". Once you make that first step and get on the other side of being closeted, 9 times out of 10 you'll feel such a stress relief and find out it's not as big of a deal as you thought. BE WHO YOU ARE! I wish I could go back to high school now!

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NC PRIDE- North Carolina Pride- Site for information about activities associated with North Carloina's PrideFest.

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NGLTF- National Gay & Lesbian Task Force- The national progressive organization working for the civil rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people with the vision and commitment to building a powerful political movement.

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PFLAG- Parents, Families & Friends of Lesbians and Gays- This organization is made up of and to help the parents, families and friends of the gay community to deal with and support their gay or lesbian loved ones. Check out the local Greenville, SC Chapter of PFLAG.
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PROUD PARENTING- Parenting Help for the Gay Community- This website contains help, support and resources for the parents and children of gay families and for gay people who are ready to start a family (even if your single). It has information on parenting, family life, surrogacy, adoption and fostering. There is also a "Kid's Room" and a section for GLBT Youth. Great site! Free Membership!

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SCGLPM -South Carolina Gay & Lesbian Pride Movement- Contains news and information concerning the gay and lesbian community in South Carolina including Pride events.
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THE TREVOR PROJECT- Helping The Gay & Questioning Youth, Saving Young Lives- A nonprofit endeavor established to help promote acceptance of gay and questioning teenagers and to aid in suicide prevention among that group. National toll-free 24 hour, 365-day-a-year confidential suicide hotline for gay and questioning youth: 866-4-U-Trevor (866-488-7386). For a non-time sensitive, Question & Answer resource for young people with questions surrounding sexual orientation and identity go to Dear Trevor.

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Miscellaneous
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BOBCAT RESORT- Quitman, GA- (229-263-4300) 1877 Hickory Head Rd., Quitman, GA 31643 Email- A private gay men's resort and campground. Your destination for great RV or tent camping, or for renting a private room or a cabin. Come for a day, a week, a month, a season- or move in permanently to this adult male community. You can lounge by the pool, relax in the recreation hall, or enjoy the walking trails leading down to Stanley Bay, a private 500-acre lake bordering the back of the campground. Nature lovers will also enjoy the varied and abundant wildlife found on the grounds. Bobcat Resort's 256 gently-rolling acres are located in South Georgia, just four and a half miles from Florida, with easy access from I-75 and I-10. Rates Maps & Directions

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BRUSHSTROKES- Gay Book Store- This gay owned and operated book store located in Ansley Square in Atlanta, GA has been in business for a long time and has expanded over the years. They have all kinds of gay and lesbian novelties, greeting cards, calendars, T-shirts, etc... Not to mention they have gay porn and erotica on dvd and video for sale or rent (if you live in Atlanta). Check out their site for exact location, directions, store hours and products. The new online store is up and running so you can buy their products online now. Go to the new Brushstrokes Online Store.

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GAYCRAWLER- Gay & Lesbian Website Search Engine- Use this search engine to find gay and lesbian personal homepages, resources, businesses, etc... from all over the world. My website is indexed there.

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GAY ZOO- Gay Website Search Engine- Search for gay themed websites such as personal homepages, classifieds, companies, organizations, personals, resources, etc... You can enter a keyword in the Search box below to begin your search. My website will soon be listed with this search engine.
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ISO- InSightOut Books- Books about and of interest to the Gay and Lesbian community. There's novels, fiction, non-fiction, erotica and more. Get 4 books for $1 each when you join.

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JASON CABLE'S GLBT PODCAST- GLBT Podcast- Jason Cable is a 25 year old gay male web developer who podcasts from his basement apartment in northern New Jersey several times per week. The show's format is that of an intimate conversation between old friends. Instead of just presenting facts and figures, Jason makes the show an open dialog about Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered issues between its listeners. Be sure to check out the Forums too for some great discussions.

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OUTSPORTS- Out Sports- Gay, but love sports? This is the site for you. All kinds of news and information about regular and gay sports events. Plus discussions and photos. Find "gay" teams and sports events in your area to participate in or just to watch.

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SEPT 11th GLBT HEROS AND VICTIMS- Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgendered Memorials- This is a great website ran by the Tampa Bay Coalition that remembers and salutes all the GLBT victims, heros and the loved ones they left behind from the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks on America. There are lots of pictures and links to news stories about each of the victims listed.

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