The James C. Hormel Gay & Lesbian Center is the gateway to collections documenting lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgendered history and culture, with a special emphasis on the San Francisco Bay Area. Books, films, archives, exhibitions and programs.
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- Location:
- San Francisco, CA, 94102
- Phone:
- 415-557-4400
- Mon:
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Tues - Thurs:
- 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
- Fri:
- 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- Sat:
- 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
- Sun:
- 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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- A Compassionate Eye: The Work ...
San Francisco Public Library. Third...
Saturday, September 12 at 7:45pm
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library is presenting "A Compassionate Eye: World AIDS Day 2010". Curator Adam Stoltman and photographer/author Thomas McGovern will present slides on the local and global side of AIDS. Stoltman will show the work of the late photographer Victor Arimondi, and McGovern will discuss his book documenting AIDS worldwide "Bearing W...itness". Tuesday December 1st at 6:00pm. San Francisco Public Library lower level. 100 Larkin Street. Free.
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library will be revisiting one of her favorite musical periods. Queer Punk night features rebellious musicians from the 80s Debbie Hopkins (The Contractions) and KD Davis (Wilma, Impulse F), and from the early 90s Jon Ginoli (Pansy Division). Tuesday November 17. Eureka Valley/Harvey Milk Memorial Branch Library. 16th Street at Pond. 7:00pm. Free, of course.
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library Tuesday November 10 6:00pm. RADAR reading series.a showcase of underground and avant-garde writers and artists. Nairne Holtz, Kevin Killian, Eileen Myles, and The Robinbergs (Ginger Robinson and Sara Seinberg). Hosted by Michelle Tea. 100 Larkin Street. Lower Level.
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library reminds you not to miss HeavyMENTAL, the legendary Judy Grahn performing her 9-part poem with musician Anne Carol. She'll be joined by poets Jack Foley and Adelle Foley, who will lead you on spirited and crazy grammatical adventures. This Thursd...ay October 29 at 6:00pm. San Francisco Public Library. 100 Larkin Street.Read More
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library Tuesday night we had 14 African-American writers reading/performing poetry and fiction, telling stories, as part of B/GLAM: A Family Reunion/Regathering of Tribe. Check out our photos.
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library Professor Richard Greggory Johnson III will give a slide presentation on The Queer Community and the Fight for Social Justice. Thursday, October 22 at 6pm. Third Floor in the Gay and Lesbian Center.
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library Here are photos of some of the many talented LGBT writers, artists and musicians who have performed or read at San Francisco Public Library, sponsored by the James C. Hormel Gay and lesbian Center.
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library
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Controversial playwright George Birimisa will read from one of his plays that takes place in the notorious Strand Theater on Market Street. His plays have been praised by Tennessee Williams, Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, and The New York Times. ...
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library Here are photos of some of the many talented LGBT writers, artists and musicians who have performed or read at San Francisco Public Library, sponsored by the James C. Hormel Gay and lesbian Center.
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library
Award-winning poet Judy Grahn and Anne Carol will perform the nine part poem “Mental” with music.
Poets Jack and Adelle Foley will perform with irrepressible spirits and grammatical malaprobs.
Time:6:00PM Thursday, October 29th
Location:Main Library, Lower Level
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library Celebrate the coming-back-together of the Bay Area’s best black gay literary voices. This "Family" reunion reading is an opportunity for this collective of community based writers to report back in on their comings and goings, their ups and downs and their short falls and ultimately their triumphs. This reading brings ...to the table and ultimately to the mic all of the stories that these writers have gone out and gathered. Join founders Cedric Brown and Marvin K. White as they read with Ramekon O'Arwisters, Byron Mason, Antoine Crowder, Louie Butler, Dazie Grego, Stewart Shaw, Derek Lassiter, Jair Trice, Juba Kalamka, Thandiwe Thomas De Shazor, Robert Quintana Hopkins, James Knox and Alan Miller. Historical and hysterical are the main ingredients for this reading! Co-Sponsored by the Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center and the African-American Center.
Hosted by Marvin K. White
Time:6:00PM Tuesday, October 20th
Location:Main Library, Lower Level
James C. Hormel Gay and Lesbian Center of San Francisco Public Library Controversial playwright George Birimisa will read from one of his plays that takes place in the notorious Strand Theater on Market Street. His plays have been praised by Tennessee Williams, Phyllis Lyon and Del Martin, and The New York Times. Mrs. Trauma Flintstone will provide the entertainment along with her bevy of... drag divas, including Countess Katya Smirnoff Skyy.
Time:6:00PM Tuesday, September 29th
Location: Main Library Lower Level, Latino-Hispanic Room
