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Chicago is famous for many things: Michael Jordan, deep-dish pizza, the first Ferris wheel, the worlds largest public library and busiest airport, and now, being one of the most active, friendly and growing gay and lesbian communities in the world.

In 2006, Chicago was host to the Gay Games with Mayor Richard Daley reinforcing in his speech at the opening ceremonies Chicago�s commitment to inclusion and the GLBT community. This accepting attitude really makes Chicago a great place to live if you're gay.

Aside from the friendly atmosphere, with its breathtaking lakeside skyline and twenty-mile lakefront park, its celebrated scientific and cultural communities, its myriad of shopping, dining and recreational opportunities, Chicago is unquestionably a spectacular destination.

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An evening of elegance, and decadence in the name of raising funds and awareness. Hors d'oeuvres, Combination Open Bar and Cash Bar, and entertainment, follow, leading up to the main event...the chocolate! The areas finest chocolatiers showcase their creations and seduce your palate. A silent auction tugs at others' competitive natures. Bidding on donated treasures: fine art, dining at upscale area restaurants, theatre and sporting event tickets, the latest in electronics, themed baskets and more, usually results in a steal for the highest bidder. Thus, good-natured bidding wars are common.
This is an exciting event where you can learn about new travel destinations, rediscover old ones, find GLBT friendly travel providers and get information to plan your next vacation.
Every year in Chicago, June Pride Month features dozens of social, cultural, athletic and political events. These events, that take place in different areas of the metro Chicago area, are organized by various community organizations and individuals.
Proud To Run is a 10K run, 5K run and 2 mile fun walk that celebrates lesbian and gay pride. We welcome everyone, regardless of sexual orientation, who wishes to join us in the celebration and show their support. Proud To Run also raises funds to help health and service organizations. Proud To Run is presented in association with Frontrunners/Frontwalkers Chicago, www.frfwchicago.org Chicago's LGBT running and walking club.
The staging area: Montrose (from Broadway to Clark) and Broadway (from Montrose to Wilson). The parade route: Step off from the Montrose/Broadway corner, proceeding south on Broadway; then south on Halsted; then east on Belmont; then south on Broadway; then east on Diversey to Cannon Drive.
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The mission of Chicago Black GLBT pride is to develop, implement and sponsor programs, activities, and special events to promote unity, cultivate pride and help improve the quality of life for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender persons of African descent.

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