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By Donna Sachet– As we write this issue’s column, the San Francisco Bay Times joins the list of Legacy Businesses in San Francisco. Nominated by Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, the San Francisco Bay Times was determined by the Small Business Commission to meet qualifications of having “made a significant impact on the history or culture of their neighborhood.” According to the city website, “preserving our longstanding businesses is critical to maintaining that which makes San Francisco a special place.” So, kudos and congratulations to the Bay Times! The first ever virtual San F...

By Sister Dana Van Iquity– Words of Wisdumb from a Fun Nun– Sister  Dana sez, “A recent poll reveals that 44% of Republicans refuse to vaccinate. Hey, you stubborn elephants, roll up those sleeves!” HUMAN RIGHTS CAMPAIGN (HRC) streamed   TIME FOR EQUALITY on April 22 at 5 pm. The technically sketchy event (virtual  can be difficult) included a presentation of the HRC “National Visibility and Impact Award” to the Emmy & Golden Globe nominated hit FX television series  POSE. Accepting the award on behalf of the cast and crew were Co-Creator and Executive Producer  Steven Ca...

Words of Wisdumb from a Fun Nun– By Sister Dana Van Iquity– Sister  Dana sez, “Mother’s Day is May 9. May I be the first to wish all you mothers and drag mothers a well-deserved and very happy day! You have raised some delightful offspring!” Comedian, actress, television host, and producer  Niecy  Jessica  Betts) hosted the 32nd Annual  GLAAD MEDIA AWARDS on YouTube on April 8; the show is also now streaming on Hulu. Here are the highlights. Outstanding Music Award (presented by  Katy Perry) was  CHIKA. Best Reality Series was HBO’s  We’re Here—bringing drag to rural...

By Donna Sachet– If last Saturday’s explosion of excitement in the Castro is any indication, the Imperial Court of San Francisco is alive and very well! Candidates for Empress Ehra Amaya and Juanita MORE! and candidate for Emperor Mr. David Glamamore were out in force trying to capture the maximum votes with hordes of volunteers, colorful balloons, amplified music, and lots of old-fashioned one-on-one campaigning. As you may know from reading this column with regularity, Saturday was Voting Day for the next Emperor and Empress of San Francisco, and although one could vote in SOMA in fr...

Words of Wisdumb from a Fun Nun– By Sister Dana Van Iquity– Sister  Dana sez, “Thoughts and prayers are lovely after mass shootings, but 65% of Americans want stricter gun controls; and for heaven’s sake, no one needs a military assault weapon to protect themselves!” The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence celebrated our 42nd anniversary,  RISE UP WITH THE SISTERS, virtually from the Folsom Street Event studio on Easter Sunday with glorious entertainment co-emceed by the dynamic duo of  Honey Mahogany & Alex U. Inn. Performances were by Fudgie Frottage, Mutha Chucka, Kylie Minon...