Farewell Raquel

Another iconic Hollywood movie star’s life has come to an end. It’s very sad to have to say goodbye to Raquel Welch so we put her on the cover of this new issue of Outword. Chris Narloch writes a goodbye to the “Last of the Sex Symbols.” You can read his words on page 23.

Elsewhere in the issue you will find more informational and uplifting articles ranging from a new LGBT Federal Judge, a constitutional amendment to repeal Prop 8 and legislation to improve access to PrEP. You will also find “Celebrate Black History Month with ‘Black American Portraits.’”

Then you will arrive at Oscar “central”! There is a book review of the new publication “Oscar Wars: A History of Hollywood…” and then an article by Chris about this year’s Oscars that will be returning to ABC – they are coming up soon.

We packed still more in this issue with “Out & About,” an Artisan cheese festival, movies about strippers, superheroes, and some Oscar nominated films as well. And let’s not forget about “Swan Lake” at Mondavi.

We hope that you will enjoy this fresh, new issue of Outword. As always, you can pick it up printed on paper, or read it online – all for free!

Till next time, take good care and get out and enjoy the break in winter weather. (opps. and now it’s raining…)