UPDATED: The Iron Bear Moves to Sixth Street
Austin’s only bear bar gets a new address, kitchen
"...note: This post has been updated with input from the Iron Bear co-owner Bengie Beshear, and the bar’s new..."
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Dec. 26, 2019 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff
Another Firework Thrown at Iron Bear
Bar says APD is investigating the second incident
"...Austin Police said they do not believe the Iron Bear was specifically targeted...."
Aug. 9, 2018 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff
First Look: The Iron Claw
Legends of the squared circle the Von Erichs hit the silver screen
"...Few names in professional wrestling history – especially in the state of Texas – are treated with quite so..."
Oct. 13, 2023 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Qmmunity: The Gay Place Rides Again
Original Chron legend Kate X Messer talks "Qmmunity"/"The Gay Place" origins
"...In the mid-Aughts, young Austin Chronicle journo Kate X Messer approached..."
Sept. 1, 2023 Column by James Scott
Qmmunity: Season of the Homoscopes
Change is the name of the game this week in Austin’s queer event horoscopes
"...Scorpio. What does that mean? Honestly, I don't know. Other than knowing my sun, moon, and rising signs (for..."
Nov. 3, 2023 Column by James Scott
Qmmunity: The RuPaul Express
Join the Ru-volution in Austin at one of our local Drag Race watch parties
"...a brand-new lineup of queens vying for Ru-proval. Missed the first train? Not to worry. Watch parties for this..."
Jan. 12, 2024 Column by James Scott
The Gay Place Guide to a Kweer SX
LGBTQIA SXSW and why queering SXSW is a big f-ing deal
"...both local and out-of-towners – will be plunged into the black hole that is the 10-day long festival...."
March 9, 2016 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff
Qmmunity: Homoscopes for the Holidays
Find the queer New Year’s event that’s best for your sign
"...Oh, boy: 2023 has one foot out the door, and 2024 is already knocking. If you're like..."
Dec. 29, 2023 Column
Qmmunity: The Puzzle of Pride
Putting together all the pieces of queer history with Pride Month events
"...triumph in equal measures. Miss one particular piece and the big gay picture becomes distorted. Pride Month asks us..."
June 2, 2023 Column by James Scott
Qmmunity: The Art of Advocacy
Find a way to give your say at the Lege, plus a new drag queen portrait series
"...Down at the Lege, bills endangering Texas' LGBTQ population are stacking up...."
March 3, 2023 Column by James Scott
Mr. Leather Bear Austin 2015
Where the crack of hide and the plush of fur meet
"...Light up the cigars and practice your deepest grrrowl of approval for..."
April 10, 2015 Qmmunity Post by Blake McCoy
Qmmunity: Queer Pride’s Back on the Menu
South Austin coffee bar Once Over paints their winter menu all the colors of the rainbow
"...Across the street from jockstrap heaven Package, queer caffeine hounds will..."
Jan. 3, 2025 Column by James Scott
Gay Place: The Big 3-0
Allgo resists the urge to call it the first anniversary of their 29th birthday
"...our statewide people of color org: You better bet there will be mango shakes with a nice frothy dollop..."
Dec. 11, 2015 Column
Gay Place: Maxey to the Max
Who wins the first Glen Maxey Award?
"...first openly gay legislator (not to mention much of the muscle behind the local push for marriage equality and..."
July 31, 2015 Column by Kate X Messer
Qmmunity: The Queer-ster Bunny
A springtime showing of Austin's queer haps, like a new leather bar, pre-show parties, and the academic achievement by a young Black trans scholar.
"...We've been visited by the Queer-ster Bunny, who brings good tidings and gay times..."
April 7, 2023 Column by James Scott
The AggreGAYtor: September 20
Best of Austin roundup... for Queers!
"...Guys, The Austin Chronicle published a "Best of Austin" issue last..."
Sept. 20, 2013 Chronolog Post
Qmmunity: The Gift of Gay
Tips on how to shop small and queer from The Little Gay Shop's Justin Galicz
"...Ring-a-ding-ding, babes: It's the time of year for everyone to let their material..."
Dec. 2, 2022 Column by James Scott
The Luv Doc: Doing the Legwork for Love
The mighty oak begins with a tiny acorn
"...I am gay and I want a BF. What..."
April 12, 2019 Column by The Luv Doc
A Beloved Birthday, Dragon Boats, and More Recommended Events for the Week
Get out before the heat descends
"...just green space; more often than not, it is the heart of a community. In the case of Palm..."
April 26, 2024 Arts Feature by James Scott
Qmmunity: The Queer Stories That Made 2019
Looking back, enjoying gelato, and the return of Middle School Dance Party
"...decade. At midnight, I didn't realize this year marked the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, and I certainly..."
Dec. 20, 2019 Column by Sarah Marloff
The Gay Place Guide to a Kweer SX 2017
SXSW: Another year queerer
"...Over the course of 10 nonstop days and nights expect a..."
March 3, 2017 Qmmunity Post by Sarah Marloff
Qmmunity: The Best Little Gay Shop in Austin
Sometimes you want to shop where everything’s made by queers
"...made by queers, which is why we're stoked about the Little Gay Shop (828 Airport Boulevard). Operating out of..."
July 31, 2020 Column by Beth Sullivan
Gay Place: GSC - the Place to Be
Hoof on down to the Longhorn home of gender diversity as the GSC celebrates 10 years
"...The University of Texas at Austin's wonderful Gender & Sexuality..."
Jan. 23, 2015 Column
Sorry, Austin, The Bear Is Not Filming Here
Social media hubbub spurs wacky rumor about the FX show
"...you heard, Cousin has not moved to Austin, and The Bear is not filming here...."
Feb. 7, 2025 Screens Post by Richard Whittaker
Gay Place: Behind The Masquerade
An Angel shows her halos and Queer Ride gets porny
"...beats the heart of a cis-gal drag queen ally. Look at..."
Jan. 17, 2014 Column by Kate X Messer
Qmmunity: Home-O for the Holidays
Find your queer crew this holiday season
"...tough – and sometimes lonely – for many in the qmmunity. Whether you need a friendly face, a break..."
Dec. 24, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan
The Gay Place
It's a week filled with sun, Sin, geeks, gays, and Divorcées.
"...HAPPY HOUR WITH MS. WRIGHT Margaret Wright on the black & whites is a great way to head..."
July 26, 2013 Column by Kate X Messer
The Gay Place: HelloDolly!
Two doors down (or so), they're thowing a party for Dolly
"...After Some Reflection Featuring the
works of Jenny Granberry, Jaelah Kuehmichel,
and Joe Sinness...."
Jan. 16, 2015 Column by Kate X Messer
Qmmunity: Anti-Trans Student-Athlete Bill Slithers Through the Lege
SB 29 voted out of committee for full Texas Senate vote
"...student-athlete bills filed this Lege session, has advanced to the Texas Senate following a late-night vote by the Senate..."
April 2, 2021 Column by Beth Sullivan
An Incomplete Compilation of the Gay Bars Austin Has Loved and Lost
Because sometimes you want to go where everybody knows you’re queer
"...In honor of the half century since the Stonewall riots, we've compiled an..."
