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Stetson Ferguson
Stetson Ferguson, 32 Online: This week
Body Type: Athletic
Height: 4′11″
Eyes: Brown
Drinking: Prefer Not to Say
Smoking: Frequently
Sexuality: Demisexual
Relationship: Prefer Not to Say
Education: Some High School
Bio: Psychologist and meditation enthusiast. Seeking someone emotionally intelligent.
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Kacie Ferrell
Kacie Ferrell, 29 Online: This week
Body Type: Hourglass
Height: 5′7″
Eyes: Violet
Drinking: Rarely
Smoking: Social Smoker
Sexuality: Questioning
Relationship: Divorced
Education: Some High School
Bio: Tech enthusiast and gamer. Enjoys hiking and late-night coding sessions.
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Nina Olsen
Nina Olsen, 33 Online: Recently
Body Type: Curvy
Height: 4′11″
Eyes: Hazel
Drinking: Rarely
Smoking: Occasionally
Sexuality: Bisexual
Relationship: Prefer Not to Say
Education: Some High School
Bio: Adventure seeker and scuba diver. Let’s dive deep, literally and metaphorically.
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Dennis Sullivan
Dennis Sullivan, 31 Online: Today
Body Type: Voluptuous
Height: 6′0″
Eyes: Green
Drinking: Never
Smoking: Vapes Only
Sexuality: Demisexual
Relationship: Polyamorous
Education: High School Diploma
Bio: Guitarist and vinyl collector. Let's make sweet music together.
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Bethany Mckee
Bethany Mckee, 32 Online: Today
Body Type: Busty
Height: 6′1″
Eyes: Amber
Drinking: Never
Smoking: Prefer Not to Say
Sexuality: Pansexual
Relationship: Open Relationship
Education: High School Diploma
Bio: Fitness enthusiast and aspiring chef. Loves morning runs and trying new recipes.
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Quincy Mcguire
Quincy Mcguire, 28 Online: This week
Body Type: Tall
Height: 6′1″
Eyes: Red
Drinking: Trying to Quit
Smoking: Vapes Only
Sexuality: Androsexual
Relationship: Divorced
Education: Some High School
Bio: Tech geek and video game lover. Let’s build something amazing together.
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Daija Chambers
Daija Chambers, 33 Online: Today
Body Type: Soft-Feminine
Height: 5′8″
Eyes: Red
Drinking: Heavy Drinker
Smoking: Heavy Smoker
Sexuality: Prefer Not to Say
Relationship: Open Relationship
Education: Trade School
Bio: Lifelong gamer and sci-fi geek. Let’s co-op our way through life.
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Gwendolyn Deleon
Gwendolyn Deleon, 29 Online: Recently
Body Type: Tall
Height: 5′10″
Eyes: Amber
Drinking: Rarely
Smoking: Social Smoker
Sexuality: Gynosexual
Relationship: Prefer Not to Say
Education: Currently a Student
Bio: Therapist and mindfulness coach. Seeking a peaceful and loving connection.
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Kristi Lamb
Kristi Lamb, 29 Online: Recently
Body Type: Lean
Height: 5′8″
Eyes: Violet
Drinking: Prefer Not to Say
Smoking: Frequently
Sexuality: Questioning
Relationship: Polyamorous
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Bio: Musician and hopeless romantic. Let’s write our own love symphony.
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Brianne Randolph
Brianne Randolph, 31 Online: Today
Body Type: Bear
Height: 5′3″
Eyes: Red
Drinking: Trying to Quit
Smoking: Vapes Only
Sexuality: Homosexual
Relationship: It's Complicated
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Bio: Passionate about animals and sustainability. Dreaming of a simple, happy life.
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Finding Your Queer Joy in Hayward: My Unexpected Journey Home

Ever wonder if you'd find your queer community in a place you least expected? That's what happened to me in Hayward, my hometown that I once couldn't wait to escape.

When Hayward Surprised Me

After years bouncing between Oakland and SF, I reluctantly moved back to Hayward last year when my lease ended abruptly. What I discovered shocked me—a vibrant queer community hiding in plain sight! From the rainbow flags dotting Castro Valley Boulevard to the packed drag shows at The Bistro, I found myself wondering why I'd ever left this gem of the East Bay.

The Struggle Is Real Though

Let's be completely honest—finding your people isn't always easy here:

  • Dating apps show the same 12 faces when you're in Hayward (and half are actually in Oakland)
  • Our queer spaces are precious but few compared to bigger cities
  • Explaining to SF friends that no, Hayward isn't "basically Fremont"

How I Built My Queer Family Here

The secret to thriving as a queer person in Hayward? Stop waiting for the perfect queer space and help create it!

  • Join the Queer East Bay Facebook groups (yes, they exist!)
  • Check out CSU East Bay's LGBTQ+ events (they're open to community)
  • Become a regular somewhere—anywhere
  • Start tiny gatherings that grow organically

Remember that feeling of not belonging? We've all felt it. The beauty of building community in a place like Hayward is that we create exactly what we need.

What's your Hayward queer experience like? Drop a comment—I'm collecting stories for a community zine and would love to feature yours!