Remembering Ashanti Carmon – If You Could See Them Through My Eyes – A virtual art exhibit

Ashanti Carmon was a 27-year-old transgender woman of color. On March 30th, 2019 she was shot multiple times in Fairmount Heights and was pronounced dead at the scene. Ashanti’s fiance, Philip Williams said, “Until I leave this Earth, I’m going … Continued

June 28, 2020 – Cocktails & Canvas

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Enjoy an artistic evening with Northern Michigan People’s Pride, SideTraxx Dance Bar, and the talented Toinette Wicks!  Grab a cocktail and create your very own piece of art! Cost for this event is $25. This includes your canvas, paint, and … Continued

Remembering Johana ‘Joa’ Medina – If You Could See Them Through My Eyes – A virtual art exhibit

Johana ‘Joa’ Medina, a 25-year-old transgender woman from El Salvador, entered federal immigration custody on April 11th, 2019, after waiting nearly three months in Juarez, Mexico, for her number to come up with U.S. Customs and Border Protection so she … Continued

Remembering Muhlaysia Booker – If You Could See Them Through My Eyes – A virtual art exhibit

Muhlaysia Booker, a 23-year-old black transgender woman, was attacked by a mob in April 2019. She spoke out against this violence saying, “This time, I can stand before you … whereas in other scenarios, we are at a memorial.”On May … Continued

Remembering Bee Love Slater – If You Could See Them Through My Eyes – A virtual art exhibit

Bee Love Slater was 23 years old when she was murdered on September 4th, 2019. Her body was pulled from her vehicle, burned beyond recognition. The county sheriff said, “This homicide has been one of the most gruesome homicides I’ve … Continued