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Ellen and Israel.  Photo by Micheal Simon Photography.

Ellen and Israel.  Photo by Micheal Simon Photography.

One Love: Ellen and Israel

June 05, 2017 by Kevin Clay in Family Fun, Arts & Culture

To Ellen Shaver, family means kinship. From marriage to blood relationships, she says it can be someone you're close to.

"I had MRSA in 2009 and came out publicly in 2010 as a transgender person. I have NEVER thought to go back. In fact, being out has kept me alive. I'm more or less a “Single Mom.” My son is the most entertaining child I have ever met," Ellen says.

"He has Asperger's syndrome, and that doesn't stop him. His ability to make costumes is truly a unique talent."

What is a family?  The Valentine's current exhibit "One Love: LGBT Families" asks this question.  In partnership with OutRVA and Michael Simon Photography, the exhibit runs through September 4, 2017.

June 05, 2017 /Kevin Clay
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Linden Row Inn, a historic hotel in Richmond VA, features Richmond meeting rooms ideal for banquets and meetings or weddings

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Order your 3-pack of "Out" Stickers online or pick up one at the Richmond Region Visitors Center, 401 N 3rd St, Richmond, VA 23219, daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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