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Lazy Bear Week Boosts Economy & Community | Oakland News
Sonoma County’s Lazy Bear Week is back—this year’s 30th annual bash in Guerneville turns the Russian River into a hotspot for gay men embracing the “bear” identity. What began as one guy’s chill idea in 1996 has exploded into a massive, multi-million-dollar economic engine that also funds vital LGBTQ+ orgs like West County Health Centers and food banks. Think pool parties, BBQs, ice cream socials, and live music—all packed into a week-long celebration from July 27 to August 3. It’s not just fun in the sun—it’s community, culture, and cash for causes. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli…
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