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In Memory of Robert Quintana, Taos Pride President
Aug 18th
Friends,
It is sad that I report to you the death of Taos Gay Pride President Robert Quintana. Robert was a special young man with the energy, and charisma to lead many people. Through out this past year Albuquerque Pride including James Reese, PJ Sedillo, Tony Ross and myself had the opportunity to work with Robert. He was a courageous man, and will be remembered for bringing gay rights issues to the forefront in Taos and in Northern New Mexico.
I ask that you keep Robert, his family and friends in your thoughts and prayers.
Together in pride
Jesse A. Lopez
President Albuquerque Pride, Inc
(below is the article from the Santa Fe New Mexican)
Robert Quintana, Gay Pride Taos organizer, dead at 29 Chandra Johnson | The Taos News, Tuesday August 10
Taoseña Janie Corinne summed up her friend and local Gay Pride Taos organizer Robert Quintana in three words: “Sweetest guy ever.”The Taos Police department confirmed to The Taos News early Tuesday morning that Quintana, 29, had died sometime Monday of as yet unknown circumstances. Quintana, originally from Questa, was the founder of Gay Pride Taos and was in the midst of planning a weekend-long gay pride event in Taos — the first of its kind.
In a recent interview with The Taos News, Quintana said that Gay Pride Taos and its upcoming August events were not just about celebrating gay rights and progress, but about celebrating the local community.
“This event is not for me, or even the people who have worked so hard to put in together, it’s for the kid growing up in Taos or any other small community who is having a hard time coming to terms with being gay and then he or she sees our events and the support from the community they benefit from and realizes that it’s OK to be exactly who he or she is,” Quintana said earlier this month.
“Maybe, just maybe we can save some of these kids from a life of depression and misery and give them a happy, clean start and in turn they can bring their energy and talents back to our community.” Corinne said that Gay Pride Taos is holding its regular Tuesday night meeting at El Pueblito Methodist Church at 6:30 p.m. and anyone who knew Quintana and wants to lend support or talk is welcome to attend.
Thank You from Albuquerque Pride’s President
Jul 7th
Friends,
Albuquerque Pride 2010 is officially over, and what a success it was! Thank you to our participants sponsors, local businesses, bars, and nightclubs. It is through your giving nature Albuquerque Pride continues its work for the Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, and Transgender Community.
To those of you that signed the “Pride United” pledge, I thank you. We are a much stronger, more unified community because of it. Together, and only together we will overcome any prejudice, and hate that still exists in communities across the country. Together we are a community that uplifts each other, and looks beyond our differences and misunderstandings. I am proud to be a gay man living in Bernalillo County and the great City of Albuquerque!
For the last 34 years the all volunteer Albuquerque Pride Board has been bringing you the largest GLBT event in the state of New Mexico! From an event down central that ended at Morning Side Park to our current location at the New Mexico State Fair Grounds. Albuquerque Pride will continue to grow and be around for the next 34 years!
Albuquerque Pride 2011 is set for June 9 – 11! Along with members of the board, I am heading out on a GLBT Organizations, Bar, & Business tour. It is our intention to create partnerships, to listen, and to grow Albuquerque Pride together with input from the community. If you would like me or members of the board to visit your organization or place of business please email me at jesse.lopez@abqpride.com. I look forward to meeting with each of you!
Together In Pride,
Jesse A. Lopez
President, Albuquerque Pride, Inc.
Jesse.Lopez@abqpride.com
Remember Mikey Spencer
Jun 23rd
1957 – 2010
A message from Rick…
Friends & Family,
I’m so sorry to have to inform you all that Mikey passed away on Saturday, June 19, 2010 at the University of New Mexico Medical Center in Albuquerque. He had developed pneumonia (regular) and the infection moved into his blood (sepsis).
I sincerely apologize for not responding to those of you who have sent me emails and left voice mails. But, as you can imagine, it has been (and still is) very hectic here, and quite honestly most of us are still in shock.
There will be a Memorial / Celebration of Life for him this coming Sunday, June 27, 2010 at 2:00 PM at the bar:
Sidewinders
8900 Central Ave. SE (map)
Albuquerque, NM 87123
505-275-1616With love to you all,
RickP. S.
Please forward this on to anyone you feel should be informed, I’m sure there are a lot of people whose email addresses I don’t have. ~ Thank you.
There will be a potluck to follow. If you would like to bring a dish to share it would be greatly appreciated.
2010 Window Display Voting Extended
Jun 22nd
Due to our website problems last week we have extended the voting to June 30, 2010.
2010 Window Display Contestants
Take a look of the photos below and (click here) to place your vote.
- A Store
3500 Central Ave. SE
- Birdland
3213 Central Ave. NE
- Buffalo Exchange
3005 Central Ave. NE
- Hey Jhonny
3418 Central Ave. SE
- Off Broadway
3110 Central Ave. SE
- Peacecraft
3215 Central Ave. NE
- Planned Parenthood
3625 Central Ave. NE
- Self Serve
3904B Central Ave. SE
- Seventh Goddess
3901 Central Ave. NE
- Sole Art & Antiques
3911 Central Ave. SW
- Swank
3904 Central Ave. SE
- U Neek Findings
4700 Central Ave. SE
Albuquerque Pride’s Annual Window Display Contest has become a permanent fixture and event in the Nob Hill area during Pride Week. Not only in the Nob Hill area the Annual 2010 Pride Window Display Contest has now begun to showcase a “Pride Window” within many different areas in the city of Albuquerque. The GLBT community has come to realize that this event is crucial to promoting Albuquerque Pride’s vision and the many GLBT concerns to the greater community while also promoting the businesses that support our community. Business who have continued to create beautiful, breathtaking windows have benefited by GLBT shoppers who ultimately seek their businesses because of this support. If you would like to participate in this event please contact info@abqpride.com or call the Pride Line at 873-8084.
Take a look and the businesses along the Pride Parade route as they display their appreciation of the GLBT community with full window display of pride. GLBT customer loyalty has been shown to be high for businesses who support GLBT issues. We support your businesses by you showing your pride in the community by being part of the 2010 Business Window Display Contest.
2010 Pride Parade Winners
Jun 22nd
Photos will be posted soon.
Best Horse: NM Gay Rodeo
Best Motorcycle: Rusty
Best Motorized Vehicle: Rodeo Grill
Best Motorcycle Group: Mz Behvin Divas
Best Walking Group: Gallup Pride
Best Community Foat: M-Power
Best Walking: Encantada Marching Band
Best Motorized: Tiki Bus
Best Business Float: Sidewinderz
Judges Choice: Tiki Bus
Special thanks to our VIP Judges Public Regulations Commissioner Jason Marks, NM State Senator Tim Keller and Albuquerque Journal Assistant Arts Director Dan Mayfield.
Meet Tyra Sanchez on June 10th
Jun 3rd
Candlelight Vigil on June 10th
Join us at Morningside Park (map) at 7PM to remember where we started and to reflect on how far we have come. With special guest, Tyra Sanchez, who is the recent winner of RuPaul’s Drag Race Season 2. Tyra had finally made it to the big leagues! Competing against twelve of the top drag queens America had to offer may have been the most difficult challenge in her life! Coming to Albuquerque Pride from Orlando, Florida, Tyra will be a welcome addition to our Candlelight Vigil.
This is an outdoor event held at Morningside Park. Just before sunset, the community joins together in the park carrying candles and becoming centered. Throughout history, there has been people who have had to protest for our rights or have suffered injustice because of their sexuality. We use this time to remember and celebrate their lives and the differences they made. Each year we invite community members to speak about the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, and questioning experience. Historically, Morningside Park has been apart of the lives of many GLBTQ people and was apart of Albuquerque Pride’s history, too.
Pride 2010 Registration
Mar 23rd
One Heart, One World, One Pride
All sponsors, vendors, advertisers, and parade entries can now register online using our…
COMBINED
REGISTRATION
FORM
Here’s a checklist of items you will need to complete your registration:
Sponsors: Download a list of benefits our sponsors receive. The discount offer does not apply to sponsorship.
Vendors: Choose a preferred and alternate booth locations using our online booth map. Have an insurance certificate ready to attach to your online registration form (you may email later or purchase with us). Read the Vendor Participation Guidelines.
Advertisers: Have your artwork ready to upload or purchase our design services. Read the artwork guidelines.
Parade Entries: Read the rules and other important information regarding the parade.
Cast Your Votes for 2010 OUTstandings Awards Finals
Feb 7th
We have the 3 finalists for each category. So place your vote by February 21th to let your voice be heard.
Click Here To Vote
Thank You for Your Nominations
Feb 1st
We want to thank everyone who participated in preliminary nomination process for the first annual 2010 OUTstanding Awards!
Coming soon in the month of February 2010 we will provide you with the top three nominations for each category for a final vote.
We will keep you updated!
Make Your Nominations for the 2010 OUTstanding Awards
Jan 14th
Click Here To Send Us Your Nominations
How can you participate in an event that is sure to be Outrageous, Outlandish, and Out of this World? Albuquerque Pride and Alibi have joined forces to produce an Outstanding event that celebrates and honors the GLBT (Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender) Community. You have the opportunity to participate in a friendly competition and submit thousands of votes that tells us what you think about the best and brightest our GLBT Community has to offer. Here’s to you, Albuquerque, and to your finest in nominating and casting your votes for the 1st Annual Albuquerque Pride and Alibi 2010 Outstanding Awards. The Outstanding Awards show is scheduled for March 6th, 2010 at the beautiful Radisson Hotel and Water Park. We look forward to seeing you come OUT for this event.
You may send your nominations until January 31st. Remember, all nominees must be part of the Albuquerque Metropolitan Area.
