The new issue of Outword has officially landed… and honestly, it’s packed tighter than a Pride weekend parking garage.

This is our second Sac Pride Special Issue — because there was simply too much to fit into one pub, and things were changing and updating very rapidly. Be sure to check out the Official Pride Guide starting on page 26. It’s going to be a smashing good time, even if we all sweat three pounds off thanks to Mother Nature.

Closer to the front, we take a look at the latest legal battles facing the LGBTQ+ community, including California Attorney General Rob Bonta pushing back against proposed federal rollbacks to LGBTQ+ protections and the court decision blocking Trump’s transgender military ban. Page 3.
Sacramento once again raised the Pride Progress Flag over City Hall, complete with community leaders chiming in, big feelings, and a reminder that visibility still matters. Page 11.

Chris Allan brings us a recap of Truckee Pride, which just happened for the third time, and it may officially win the award for “most events packed into one mountain town.” Bike parades, queer prom, wine tasting, and 37 events later… they were clearly not messing around, but clearly were having a great time with it. See page 13. Also check out her photos from Sac Republic FC’s Pride Night on page 29.

Hungry before departing on your next flight? Sacramento International Airport is suddenly becoming a foodie destination thanks to local favorites like Nixtaco, Magpie, OneSpeed, Temple Coffee, and more taking over the terminals. Now there’s no need to settle for three pretzels and half a soda in-flight. Page 16.

Film lovers, rejoice! We preview both the Sacramento French Film Festival and Frameline50, including queer cinema, romance, horror, and a little Brittney Griner thrown into the mix. See page 22. A few more pages in, and you’ll find Chris Narloch’s mini movie reviews — and it’s a “Stormaganza!!” Be sure not to whoosh right past all that good stuff.

On page 45, we wave hello to Sarah McLachlan as she passes somewhat close by in Concord, longingly wishing she would come visit Sacramento. But we effing love her regardless.

Starting on page 46, here are some keywords for things you’ll want to check out: Marilyn’s, activating, squash blossoms, Matthew Burlingame, more Marilyns, planning for the future, summer kick-off sale, “Being Mr. Bolt 2027,” and finally our Memes from Facebook. And then the sleeping puppy…

Thanks for tuning in and taking the time to check out our latest digital magazine. (Would that make it a DigiZine?) Hmmm. See you next time with our Pure Pride wrap-up issue, Pride History, on June 25.

Happy Pride, Sacramento.