LA-DCA-2016-LGBT-Calendar-and-Cultural-Guide

2016 Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender Heritage Month
DANIELLE BRAZELL
GENERAL MANAGER
CITY OF LOS ANGELES DEPARTMENT OF CULTURAL AFFAIRS
Dear Friends,
The Department of Cultural Affairs is pleased to present this
calendar of events celebrating the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT) community thriving in our unique City.
In this publication we honor the extraordinary range of LGBT
experiences and cultural traditions transforming our society
into an exciting, creative metropolis.
As a proud member of the LGBT community, I want to express my
appreciation for the work of the members of our LGBT Heritage
Month Committee, the Mayor’s Office, and our City Council
Offices for their assistance in recognizing the many nonprofit
organizations, community groups, arts organizations, artists, and
activists whose efforts helped us create this impressive publication
of fun, educational, and exciting events.
We are also pleased to showcase a selection of contemporary
art produced by our Los Angeles LGBT artists in this publication.
Their vision pays homage to steps taken in the past towards
progress, and looks ahead towards a future assuring equality
for all.
What better place to see fantastic art, experience LGBT
creative culture, and celebrate a City’s great gay heritage than
Los Angeles? We hope you will join in the festivities and enjoy!
Sincerely,
DANIELLE BRAZELL
General Manager
City of Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs
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