Sunday, June 15, 2025

Creating a safe space for Toledo’s LGBTQ+ community

In December, Bretz Nightclub— one of Ohio’s oldest gay bars— closed after 30 years. A few weeks later, The Greater Toledo House of Prayer (GTHOP), an organization that states on their website that they view LGBTQ+ people as immoral and against their values, announced that they had purchased the nightclub’s building, located at 2012 Adams Street.

As Bretz was a crucial part of our local LGBTQ+ community, many were shocked and disturbed that GTHOP has purchased the space. In response, activists have spoken out about the need for a safe space for the community. If you’re interested in this mission, join Equality Toledo and The Promise House Project for a meeting on Creating an LGBTQ+ Center. Representatives from other centers will speak. 2-4pm. Sunday, February 18.

Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits
1205 Adams S. | 419-842-4477
equalitytoledo.org
phptoledo.org 

In December, Bretz Nightclub— one of Ohio’s oldest gay bars— closed after 30 years. A few weeks later, The Greater Toledo House of Prayer (GTHOP), an organization that states on their website that they view LGBTQ+ people as immoral and against their values, announced that they had purchased the nightclub’s building, located at 2012 Adams Street.

As Bretz was a crucial part of our local LGBTQ+ community, many were shocked and disturbed that GTHOP has purchased the space. In response, activists have spoken out about the need for a safe space for the community. If you’re interested in this mission, join Equality Toledo and The Promise House Project for a meeting on Creating an LGBTQ+ Center. Representatives from other centers will speak. 2-4pm. Sunday, February 18.

Georgjz419 Fun Food & Spirits
1205 Adams S. | 419-842-4477
equalitytoledo.org
phptoledo.org 

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