Trials and tribulations of our writers / contributors lives
My Journey Coming Out as TransgenderHello, my name is Caitlin Rauen, and I am a 32-year-old transgender and disabled woman. In March 2015, I came out as transgender, hoping that embracing my true self would bring a sense of freedom and relief. However, instead of receiving love and support, I was met with rejection, anger, […]
Trying to Become Catholic While Trans and Finding the Door Closed Read More »
Mike Buford, of the Tulare County Prayer Breakfast Team, takes exception to comments posted here and at my blog at my Alternating Currents blog at the Visalia Times Delta’s website. In a letter to the editor, Mr. Buford says: BEWARE OF SPLC I certainly hope people see what is happening to our freedom in the wake of
Prayer Breakfast organizer reacts to my blog Read More »
Hello, GayVisalia. As this is my first post here, I thought I’d do a basic introduction, for those of you who don’t know me. My name is Jim Reeves. I’ve lived in Visalia for almost all of my life, and work as a 9-1-1 Emergency Dispatcher at the Tulare County Sheriff’s Office. I’ve been
July’s Tulare-Kings County PFLAG meeting is coming up! It will be held on Sunday, July 20. The meeting will take place at 3:00 PM. The meeting will take place at the Educational and Cultural Center, Congregational B’nai David, 1039 S. Chinowth Ave in Visalia. Refreshments will be served at the meeting. We hope to see
July 20th PFLAG Meeting Read More »
I’ve been contacted by a property owner who is looking to rent his Visalia duplex out to the LGBT+ community. He himself is gay, so understands that sometimes it can be hard to find a place you can feel comfortable and not have to worry about being judged or not being able to rent
Gay Friendly Housing Read More »
Foster & Kinship Care Education is proud to offer: LQBTQ Youth in Care Thursday, August 1, 2013 ~ 6:00 to 9:00 pm Kings County Human Services Agency Cedar Room Hanford, CA Presenter: Luann Baldwin, MSW This workshop addresses the
Workshop Training for Youth in Care Read More »
Not that all PFLAG of Tulare-Kings Counties meetings aren’t special, but this one in addition to the great program listed below, will also host conversation about the recent happenings in Porterville. Please plan to attend for great conversation and great company amongst our fellow community and those who support and advocate on our behalf.
This Sunday is a Special PFLAG Meeting Read More »
The Visalia Pride Lions Club is sponsoring an informational workshop to discuss LGBT legal protections. Attorney Nancy J. LeVan will lead the discussion. Learn how to protect yourself and your loved ones. SPACE IS LIMITED. MUST CALL SANDY AT 559.732.6732 TO RESERVE YOUR SEAT. PLEASE RSVP ONLY IF ATTENDING. Free to the Community, but
Protection isn’t guaranteed, find out more. Read More »
PFLAG Tulare and Kings Counties is a volunteer group of parents, family and friends of people who are gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender (GLBT). We welcome members of the GLBT community to our meetings and membership. We meet on the third Sunday of each month. Location: Family HealthCare Network 305 East Center
Your Local PFLAG is Meeting This Sunday Read More »
If you’re like me, music is a huge part of your life. There is a song for every mood; some give you power, some make you cry and some make you groove. I’m happy to introduce a new local supporter and advertiser with Gay Visalia. DiJi Tek Audio (gay owned and operated) is ready to bring your
Support Another Great Local Gay Business! Read More »
