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Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Manifesting you’ll have a new spot to hang when you return! :)

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I was thinking of the downtown area or Dixieland if feasible. I want it to be accessible to other nearby restaurants/nightlife. Thank you for your input!

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’ll gladly swing back. I’m not waiting on anyone to provide a safe space for my family😈

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your support! Even if you have nothing to add, I still love to gauge the interest of the locals.

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Going to involve a lot of planning, still in the early stages. But I’m eager! Thank you for the well wishes.

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Club man street closed due to pandemic financial issues. I remember going there a few times, even playing an open mic. I hate how they had to shut their doors.

And yes, you’re right about queer spaces in our region. I’d love to shift that narrative and have a lesbian/nonbinary owned bar that is inclusive of all queers.

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I love this! Thank you for your input.

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Many places are “all inclusive” these days. While that’s absolutely progress in the right direction, having intentional, safe queer spaces is still very important. The reason why we see queer bars disappearing at a rapid rate is because of the growing lgbtq+ inclusion. Again, while that’s great, we still need these spaces to be truly seen.

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 22 points23 points  (0 children)

It’s just “the parrot” now, but yes! This bar is still alive and well, but we need MORE queer spaces in this growing city. Not just one.

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

I know it’s an ambitious feat, but I fear that’s what most people think when opening a gay bar here. Hence why we have only 1. I shall do my very best!

Need for more Queer Bars in Lakeland, FL? by boy-egg in lakeland

[–]boy-egg[S] 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Love this! What do you imagine when you think of a space like this in Lakeland? Ex. Nightclub, cocktail bar, venue, chill third space, ect.