Governor Paterson Extends Protection to Transgender Employees of NYS
Gov. David Paterson has signed an executive order protecting transgender state workers from discrimination in the workplace. The order is limited because it doesn't provide protection for those in the private sector. But the governor says today's signing should be seen as a stepping stone to broader protections. "As much [...]
Holiday Open Houses at Historic Hudson Valley Mansions: Could It Get Any Gayer?
Happy Hudson Valley Holidays to everyone! With so many historic estates along the Hudson River, there is no shortage of gilded gay fabulousness to soak up this season! The best news? The most fabulous of the occasions is coming up this weekend with the annual Vanderbilt Holiday Open House in [...]
BGHV Weekend, December 10th: Winter Lights at the CIA, Vanderbilt Open House & Rhinebeck Choral Club Concert
Hello Big Gay Hudson Valley Residents! With the holidays now in full swing, we hope you are all out there having a Gay 'Ol Time! With a fresh six inches of snow on the ground, it certainly now LOOKS like the holidays! If you are still out there shopping, we [...]
HRC Releases 2010 Buyers Guide of LGBT Friendly Businesses
The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has released their annual Buyers Guide of LGBT-friendly businesses. The political advocacy group's annual review lists major manufacturers and service providers based on the company's commitment to banning discrimination based on sexual orientation and gender identity, providing benefits for LGBT employees and their families and [...]
BGHV Weekend, December 3rd: World AIDS Day, Holiday Festivities & Happy Hours
As many of you are likely aware by now, today the New York State Senate voted against creating Marriage Equality for all New Yorkers. You can read the full story online in the Albany Times-Union. Yes, this was very disappointing news for those of us that have worked so hard [...]
The New York State Senate Denies Residents Marriage Equality
New York State Senate's Vote Denying Marriage Equality From Marriage Equality New York On the afternoon of Wednesday, December 2nd, The New York State Senate voted 24 to 38 against marriage equality for all families in New York State. “Today equality was denied to New York State families. The State [...]
Celebrate BGHV’s “12 Gays of Christmas”; Don Your Gay Apparel And Deck Your Holiday Halls With Those Who Support Us!
Since starting Big Gay Hudson Valley in February of 2009, we have met a tremendous amount of gay-owned, and gay-friendly businesses throughout our area. Recognizing that it is critical for our community to support one-another to make our presence stronger, we created The 12 Gays of Christmas to keep all [...]
BGHV Weekend, Nov 19th: Nunsense, Art Exhibition Sale & Finding the Perfect Turkey Day Wine
Welcome to another edition of BGHV Weekend! As the holidays approach, it seems gay life in the Valley seems to quiet down a bit. As you might notice, the listings are a little lighter than normal this week. That said, if you have something to share with the community, please [...]
BGHV Weekend, Nov 12th: “Spruce” Up Your Home, Erotic Art Opening & Gay Games 101
Welcome to another edition of BGHV Weekend! Thank you to everyone that showed up for our candlelight vigil and rally in New Paltz last Sunday night – with more than 150 of you and our allies there for the event – we put on quite a show of support for [...]
Marriage Equality Rally in the News: Kingston Freeman and Mid-Hudson News.com
From the Mid-Hudson News Network, Please use this link to see the online story. NEW PALTZ — Well over 100 people rallied on Main Street in New Paltz on Sunday evening as part of a series of statewide candlelight vigils urging the Senate to approve same-sex marriages when it comes [...]
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