Tuesday, October 9, 2012, 6:00-9:00PM
Rotunda at Cleveland City Hall

The City of Cleveland and distinguished members Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Community are proud to announce the 4th Annual Heritage Day Celebration!

LGBT leaders contribute to the betterment of the LGBT community on a daily basis as ‘out’ members of the community. There will be music, food, beverages and a short address from special guests.

We will give out awards to the individuals for recognition in the following categories:

• Judy Benson - Civil Engagement/Neighborhood Leadership
• John Farina - Advocacy
• Douglas P. Van Auken, MD - Healthcare
• Deirdre Jones - Safety
• Miquel Brazil - Education/Social Services
• Michael Schuenemeyer - Faith-Based

Please come join us for the LGBT Heritage Day Celebration!

Photos below from 2011 taken by Dave Noll

2011 Awardees

• Brian Thornton – Arts & Culture
• Scott Rosenstein – Neighborhood Leadership
• Brian Tupaz – Safety
• Sherry Bowman – Advocacy
• Maya Simek – Education
• Reverend Allen Harris – Faith Based
• Mary Beth Schwarz – Social Services
• Dr. R. Matthew Walsh – Healthcare
• Nickie Antonio – Public Service 

2010 Awardees

• Jeff Ramsey - Neighborhood Leadership
• Leslye Huff - Community Advocacy
• Jes Sellers - Education
• John Corlett - Health Care
• Reverend Don King - Faith-based 

2009 Awardees

• John Katsaros - Neighborhood Leadership   
• Henry Ng  - Healthcare          
• Tracey Lind - Faith Based     
• Susan Becker - Education      
• Synergy - Life in Cleveland