General News £2 million fund to tackle homophobic bullying in schools The Government are making available a £2 million package to schools to help them tackle homophobic bullying. For many, memories of being bullied in the playground, in the corridors and in classrooms stay with them all of their lives. It can deter children from being themselves, achieving their full By Besi • 3 min read
Arts PREVIEW: The Many Apologies of Pecos Bill Texan writer and performer Greg Wohead collaborates with musician Mat Martin to consider identity and a shifting sense of place in this charming autobiographical show at the Marlborough in November. A true story with a healthy amount of exaggeration, The Many Apologies of Pecos Bill explores the uni By Besi • 2 min read
International News World OutGames Miami launches $200,000 crowdfunding campaign Organisers of the next World OutGames in Miami have launched a global crowdfunding campaign to help stage the sports, human rights and cultural events planned for the OutGames from May 26-June 4 in 2017.Bruce Townsend, chair of the World OutGames host committee, said: “The goal of the crowdfunding c By Besi • 2 min read
Arts PREVIEW: The Short & Girlie Show A night of improvised comedy sketches, silly songs and crap raffle prizes. The show will feature a solo spot from the Short & Girlie Show’s musical director Hannah Brackenbury, otherwise known as Tim Minchin and Victoria Wood’s lesbian love-child. By Besi • 1 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Transmitting Andy Warhol solo exhibition Tate Liverpool is to be the first in the north of England to host a solo exhibition of Warhol’s work with over 100 works across a range of media from November 7 to February 8. Transmitting Andy Warhol provides audiences with new insights into the breadth of his artistic processes and philosophies, a By Besi • 1 min read
Community News Brighton Pride 2015, the countdown begins! Brighton Pride 2015 will take place over the weekend of Saturday 1 and Sunday 2 of August 2015. 2014 saw record attendances at the award winning event which is acknowledged internationally as the UK’s biggest and best Pride. By Besi • 1 min read
Community News Brighton Pride announce schedule of community group engagement meetings for Pride 2015 The first Brighton Pride community groups engagement meeting will be on Tuesday, November 4 upstairs at Charles Street from 7.30 – 9pm. This first meeting will be a feedback meeting giving groups and voluntary sector organisations the opportunity to feedback their views on Pride 2014 to the organise By Besi • 1 min read
Jobs Brighton Sauna need part time staff The Brighton Sauna are looking for reliable part time staff to work at the city centre sauna. If your interested apply with CV to office@thebrightonsauna.com By Besi • 1 min read
Arts PREVIEW: Blue Camel Club It’s party time at Carousel’s regular club night for people with learning disabilities. THE LINE-UP includes four piece metal rockers Zombie Crash, duo Sabien Gator and the mighty Carousel Singers plus guest artists, DJ’s, video mapping showcase and much more. Go prepared to dance, meet your friends By Besi • 1 min read
International News Innovative research project asks what makes life liveable for LGBTQ people An international research project led by the University of Brighton will explore “what makes life liveable” for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Trans and Queer (LGBTQ) people. The Liveable Lives project brings together academics and activists in the UK and India to identify innovative ways to create positiv By Besi • 1 min read
General News Dementia Café Open Day The next Dementia Café Open Day organised by the Alzheimers Society is on Saturday, October 25. The event will take place from 2-5pm at Patching Lodge, Freshfield Road, Brighton and will include beauty sessions, computer sessions and advice given in a very social setting. By Besi • 1 min read
Community News Sussex Beacon silent auction The Halloween Horror Show Silent Auction in aid of The Sussex Beacon is now live and you can start bidding. You don’t have to be attending The Halloween Horror Show to take part but by bidding on items you can help raise valuable funds for men, women and families affected by HIV. By Besi • 2 min read
