Stories
Virginia festivals that welcome LGBTQ+ familiesEvery year, Australian families with American roots, or simply a love of Appalachian landscapes, plot trips to Virginia with kids in tow. Marriage equality has…
A queer-friendly guide to tattoo removal and body modificationFor many LGBTQ+ Australians, tattoos and body modifications carry layered meaning. A piece etched at sixteen might have marked a first Pride, a chosen name, or…
How a butch lesbian built a rugby home in Virginia BeachBefore there was a women’s rugby side in Virginia Beach, there was a butch lesbian looking for a place where strength, tenderness and queer identity could…
Handling Microaggressions at Family Gatherings in VirginiaFamily gatherings can carry a particular tension for queer people. A comment may be framed as a joke, concern, or harmless question, yet still reduce your…
Annual LGBTQ+ charity galas and fundraisers across VirginiaVirginia’s LGBTQ+ fundraising calendar brings together formal dinners, community galas, festival benefits and donor events that support equality work, youth…
Why queer couples are eloping in Virginia’s national parksFor queer couples planning from Australia, Virginia offers a rare combination: dramatic mountain scenery, historic towns, accessible cities and ceremonies that…
Rainbow Home Décor From Queer Makers Across VirginiaFor anyone searching for the best places to buy rainbow-themed home decor in Virginia from queer makers, the most rewarding finds are often small-batch pieces…
Andrea Oakes And The Meaning Of Local RepresentationIn Staunton, Virginia, public life is shaped by the scale of a small city. Residents see council decisions reflected in familiar places: the downtown shops,…
Finding Queer Community In Abingdon And GalaxLearning how to find queer community in small towns like Abingdon or Galax often begins with a change in expectations. You may not see a dedicated LGBTQ+ venue…
When Two Brothers Became a Family Through Virginia Foster CareFor a gay couple, adopting siblings from the Virginia foster system can begin with a hopeful plan and quickly become something far more layered. The process…