We are looking for Stonewall Columbus and Columbus Pride photos, video, printed materials, and memorabilia from the last 30 years to showcase our 30th anniversary in 2011.

In 1981 four young activists, frustrated with the discrimination that permeated central Ohio, staged a march to draw attention to the issues that face our lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. That demonstration inspired others and by September 23rd of that year Craig Huffman, Val Thogmartin, Keith McKnight and Craig Covey created the articles of incorporation of a newly formed organization that would help people in the community. It was called Stonewall Union. At a meeting on July 14, 1983 Susan Pyle was elected president and Cindie Cyrus was elected secretary of the board of trustees and a nonprofit organization was born.

Now here we are, Stonewall Columbus, thirty years later. We owe a debt of gratitude to those individuals who stood up and did something when most people were afraid to take the chance. In 2011, Stonewall Columbus celebrates thirty years of service to central Ohio. Our marketing team has created a logo to commemorate this historic milestone. We are hoping that all of you have fond memories of Stonewall Columbus and have saved some of the memorabilia from past Prides and other special events. If so, please send them to John Herman. We are working on gathering materials that will be on display at our Pride celebration next June. This will be our 30th Pride as well and we realize that it may seem far away but gathering things from three decades takes time so please join us for this nostalgic year.

Send your Stonewall Columbus or Columbus Pride photos and video here

Email it to info@stonewallcolumbus.org with History in the subject line.

or Mail to:

Stonewall Columbus
Attn: History Materials
1160 North High Street
Columbus, OH 43201

Any questions? Email info@stonewallcolumbus.org or call 614-930-2264.

We can’t wait for everyone to experience the week long party that comes with the 5,000 players and fans at the NAGAAA 2010 Gay Softball World Series to be held August 13-21. It’s hard to describe the immensity of the event, but we can promise you that it’s going to be huge for the city and guaranteed to be fun for everyone.
BUT, we can’t pull off this big party without your help! We hope to harness the energy and pride from June to help us show visitors from across the US and Canada what Columbus has to offer.

Here is one way you can be a part of the excitement: Volunteer!
There are 1,200 3-4 hour shifts that need to be filled throughout the week of the world series, August 13-21. Shifts are various times during the days from morning to night and cover a wide range of opportunities. See all the shifts that are currently available and register on the 2010 GSWS Volunteer website at: http://ow.ly/24TKF

While we would love for you to take multiple shifts, covering just one shift will help us tremendously. Contact your friends and schedule to work your shifts together! Sign-up early to be sure to get the opportunity that you want. Please e-mail 2010volunteer@clgsa.net if you have questions about volunteer opportunities.

Get all the details about the NAGAAA World Series here: http://www.gaysoftballworldseries.com

Community Marketing, Inc. invites you to take a new survey about your opinions and preferences, from an LGBT perspective. Everyone who completes the survey by June 30th will be entered into a drawing to win one of 20 Amazon $25 gift credits, or the grand prize of a $500 Visa gift card. Participating in this study helps open minds and doors around the world, and influences positive changes for our community. You may have seen previous years’ surveys quoted in the New York Times, USA Today, Wall Street Journal, etc.

If you have friends who might be interested in this survey, please forward this message to them.

Click here to start the survey, or paste the following into your browser: http://www.LGBTSurvey.com

Make Sure to Mention Stonewall Columbus, Inc.

We rely on this survey provided by Community Marketing, Inc. for valuable demographic information that helps us select programs and services we may offer.

“Mind-Boggling!” Discover a century of American WOW-factor and star quality direct from the circus tent, concert hall, and Broadway stage… all in one fantastic evening! Indulge your curiosities and celebrate your senses as aerialists, acrobats, contortionists, jugglers, illusionists, singers,

dancers and indescribable feats reignite your belief in human potential! Fun for all ages!

Wednesday, June 23 thru Saturday, June 26 at 7:30 pm

Sunday, June 27 at 3:00 pm

The Southern Theatre, 21 East Main Street, Columbus

Phone: (614) 719-6906

Tickets: $22.50, $37.50, $42.50 through Ticketmaster at www.ticketmaster.com or 1-800-745-3000

DISCOUNT CODE: PRIDE

Get more details at www.circurious.com

Please join Equality Ohio for the Lobby Day for Equality 2010 Closing Reception to celebrate what is sure to be a powerful day of personal stories and citizen advocacy in Ohio.

Wednesday, May 19, 2010

5:00 -7:00 pm

Hyatt on Capitol Square, Columbus: Judicial Room

Mingle and mix with leaders from Ohio’s pro-equality community, Ohio lawmakers, special guests and other supporters of Equality Ohio. Guests will enjoy light hors d’oeuvres and an open bar.

Proceeds from the Closing Reception will benefit Equality Ohio and our advocacy work to create an Ohio where everyone can feel at home.

Find out more and register for this event here: http://www.equalityohio.org/

Stonewall Columbus is proud to be a Community Partner of this event.

For over fifteen years the center has been able to offer free parking to its members and guests at the Center on High. Free parking has been a huge benefit to the entire Short North community, however, beginning in late May the Center on High will be charging for parking. The Short North has become extremely popular and oftentimes our parking lot is full with guests of area restaurants and retail shops. Maintaining the lot and surrounding grounds has become increasingly more expensive for the organization. Revenue from the lot will go directly back to the center. With these funds Stonewall Columbus will be able to better serve the thousands of LGBT people in central Ohio who seek help at the Center on High. More information will be made available when rates and hours are finalized.