FESTIVAL of RAINBOWSCelebrate 
PRIDE in Naugatuck, CT with HOSTS Barbra Joan Streetsand & Chastity Belts Singer!!! Joined by Dolores Dégagé & Ken Normandin!! Vendors! Music! Entertainment!! Children’s Story Time! Bounce House! Food! Raffle! Show your PRIDE and wear the RAINBOW!
Hamden Pride Festival held at the Hamden Town Center Park Saturday, October 4th was a CELEBRATION OF JOY AND COMMUNITY!!! 
Tabling with the Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut for our final PRIDE event for 2025 with two of our Reign 26 beneficiaries near us was FUN!!! APNH: A Place to Nourish your Health and Free Mom Hugs- Connecticut!!!
There is a very special THANK YOU going out to an amazing young person who surprised the hostess on stage and performed alongside her at the end of the day like they had rehearsed for weeks. Their enthusiasm and joy exploded out to the crowd giving us all hope and so much happiness. The message was clear. Our youth needs and is depending on us to fight for their rights to a better future. We have work to do so let’s get it done!!! Thank you to the Hamden Pride Festival committee and a huge shout out to the fabulous DJ Buddha LuvJonz!!
LOVE&OPTIMISM
Hosted by the Council Members to Reign 26,
Brandy Alexander Amore St James& Ray DeLuca, Lyum Troi & Roy Moeckel
At
The Nutmeg Restaurant & Banquet Hall
297 S Main St, East Windsor, CT 06088
5-8pm
Tickets: Online $40, After 9/13 & At Door $50
Join us for this fabulous black tie/protocol evening of raising money and awareness for our community. Silent auction and variety show featuring performances by members of the Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut, International Court System, and the community.
Net Proceeds Raising from This Event Will Benefit:
– A Place to Nourish your Health (APNH)
– The Health Collective
– Free Mom Hugs, Connecticut
Donations for this and all of our events are accepted at:
Venmo : @CTImperialCourt
Paypal : CTImperialCourt.org/donate
Website :
www.ctimperialcourt.org
Check out our Venue:
www.thenutmegct.com
S&M DINNER
Presented By: The Northeast Ursamen
Spaghetti & Meatballs with a Side of Sass!
Join the Northeast Ursamen and CT Bear for a night of delicious food, fierce performances, and sexy fun at CHEZ, the epicenter of Connecticut drag!
Sunday, September 28, 2025
5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
The Chez Est.
What to expect:
• A full spaghetti & meatballs dinner 
• Electrifying performances 
• Our signature Drag-A-Bear fun 
• Interactive photoshoots 
• Community, kink-inspired flair, and a whole lot of bear hugs 
$25 per person – all proceeds go to benefit Anchor Health, supporting LGBTQ+ health and wellness in Connecticut.
Leather, harnesses, or your sassiest spaghetti-ready outfit are encouraged – come as you are or come dressed to impress!
This event is open to all adults in our community – allies welcome!
Let’s eat, slay, and support a great cause.
Don’t miss out – this event WILL sell out!
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Chez Est
Hartford’s Premiere LGBTQ+ Bar-Restaurant & Cabaret space 458 Wethersfield Ave. Hartford, CT.
860-525-3243
www.chezest.com
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SHOUT OUT TO ALL THE PEOPLE WHO PARTICPATED IN THE CT CAPITAL WALK IN HARTFORD!!
Incredible job organizing event in new venue Hartford Yard Goats Dunkin Stadium, social media, warming up our walkers, gathering sponsors, volunteers and so much more to bring the community together!!
This was a day of HOPE, CONNECTION and AWARENESS as we wrap up Suicide Prevention Awareness Month.
Thank you to Walk Chair Vu Tran, all our volunteers, 562 Participants, 59 Teams, ALL THE SPONSORS, and 914 donations totaling in over $79,000.
Royalty Gives Back Royalty Gives BackBrandy’s Birthday Bash
Presented by The Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut
Sunday August 10th
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Join Us for a Night of Fun, Fierce, & Fabulousness While Enjoying Delicious Food, Refreshing Drinks, and a Variety Show of Members o f the ISCofAllCT, The Imperial Court System, and CT Community Entertainers
Net Proceeds Raising from This Event Will Benefit :
– The Health Collective
– A Place to Nourish your Health (APNH)
– Free Mom Hugs, Connecticut
Donations Can Be Made In The Following Ways:
Venmo and PayPal – @CTImperialCourt
Website – www.ctimperialcourt.org
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Chez Est
Hartford’s Premier LGBTQ+ Bar-Restaurant & Cabaret space
458 Wethersfield Ave.
Hartford, CT. 06114
860-525-3243
Chez Kitchen Hours: 5:00p – 11:00pm
Chez Bar Hours: 5:00p – 11:00pm
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🐻Connecticut Bear 2026 Contest Weekend!
Presented by The Northeast Ursamen
The annual Connecticut Bear Contest weekend brings together Bears, Cubs, Ursas, Otters, and admirers for a night of celebration, community, and fun as contestants compete for the title of Connecticut Bear!
The winner serves as a traveling ambassador, promoting the Bear and LGBTQIA+ communities throughout Connecticut and beyond. During their title year, the CT Bear focuses on creating events that educate, entertain, and raise funds for meaningful causes, all while representing the vibrant diversity of our community.
In addition to the contestants, enjoy live performances throughout the night that will add to the energy and excitement of this unforgettable event!
For more information, visit their website: Ursamen.org.
Hartford’s Premiere LGBTQ+ Bar-Restaurant & Cabaret space
458 Wethersfield Ave.
Hartford, CT. 06114
860-525-3243
www.chezest.com
CT Bear 2026 Schedule:
Friday August 1st
6:30pm-9:30pm Meet and Greet at the Chez.
Come meet the contestants and producers!
Saturday August 2nd
Contest starts at 9:30pm
Doors open at 8:00pm
Royalty Gives Back Beach Blanket Trivia
Saturday July 12th, 2025
5:00pm – 9:00pm
Join us for a fun evening consisting of food, drinks, and a fabulous Variety Show featuring Members of the CT Imperial Court, The CT Community and the International Court System and the Community.
Net Proceeds Raising from This Event Will Benefit:
– The Health Collective
– A Place to Nourish your Health (APNH)
-Free Mom Hugs
Donations:
Venmo and PayPal: @CTImperialCourt
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Chez Est
Hartford’s Premier LGBTQ+ Bar-Restaurant & Cabaret space
458 Wethersfield Ave.
Hartford, CT. 06114
860-525-3243
www.chezest.com
Chez Kitchen Hours: 5:00p – Midnight
Chez Bar Hours: 5:00p – Close
SUNDAY; AUGUST 17, 2025
Come out to see T.M.I.S.H Miriam & Ruby, the membership of The CT Imperial Court, and Our Community Friends Do What We Do Best; Support and Give Back One Event at a Time. “Eclipsed: A Night of Light and Darkness – The Imperial Crown Princesses Ball” is a jammed packed event with delicious food, tasty cocktails a raffle, and an auction. The variety show includes members of the Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut, International Court System, and the community.
Donations:
For this and all the CT Imperial Court Events are always accepted via:
Venmo: @CTImperialCourt
Paypal: CTImperialCourt.org/donate
Please feel free to visit the venue website:
Blue Orchid
The net proceeds raised from this event will benefit:
– Free Mom Hugs of CT
– A Place to Nourish Your Health (A.P.N.H)
– The Health Collective
Pride After PartyFeaturing Suzie Toot
From RuPaul’s Drag Race
Saturday September 14th
8pm – 2am
Featuring Performances By:Suzie TootAdditional Cast TBDShowtimes: 11:30pm & 12:30am
Meet & Greet starts promptly at 10pm and ends at 11pm (VIP ticket holders only). The Chez will provide a professional photographer, and your photo will be uploaded to our Facebook page within 7-10 days
(From The Chez – no personal cameras during meet & greet please & Thank You)
LIMITED VIP MEET & GREET TICKETS ON SALE NOW https://chezest.com/online-tickets
(General Admission sold at the door)
Net proceeds raised from this event will go to Beneficiaries chosen by Reign 26 of the
Imperial Sovereign Court of All Connecticut.
Donations can be made electronically on the following platforms:
Venmo – @ctimperialcourt
PayPal – CTImperialCourt.org/donate
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Chez Est
Hartford’s Premiere LGBTQ+ Bar-Restaurant & Cabaret space
Open 5 Days a Week
458 Wethersfield Ave, Hartford, CT 06114
860-525-3243
www.chezest.com
For this event, The Chez Est Bar will be open 8pm – close, and their kitchen will be CLOSED