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Here’s what’s happening this week!
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Event Announcements
🏳️🌈⚾️ Our staff will not be present at Bingo & Tacos this week because we will be at PK Park for Pride Night!
If you can’t make the baseball game, please support TransPonder at the Bier Stein this Tuesday and win big! 🌮🍻
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Program Announcements
🏳️🌈 Check out our new Community Job Board! 🫶🏽
TransPonder has a new Community Job Board Google Group where we will share job listings and other professional development opportunities at LGBTQIA2S+ friendly organizations/businesses.
Check out the links below to join or submit a job opening.
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Find information about the Community Job Board below!
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🏳️⚧️🍎 Food Program Day Change! 🥫🏳️⚧️
Mark your calendars for important changes to our food program this month! In person pickup is changed from Thursday, June 19th to Wednesday, June 18th at 10:30am due to our closure on Juneteenth. Extra Serving will still be available as usual.
¡Marque su calendario para cambios importantes en nuestro programa de alimentos este mes! La recogida en persona se cambia del jueves 19 de junio al miércoles 18 de junio a las 10:30am debido a nuestro cierre el Juneteenth (Día de Liberación). Extra Serving (nuestro programa de entrega) seguirá disponible.
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WHAT
We are excited to announce that TransPonder will be hosting a Starry Night themed Pride Prom this August 16 at the Maxwell Community Hub! There will be a constellation of activities from food and drinks, dancing, a photo booth, and more! ✨ Wear your sparkliest attire and be prepared to shine like the star you are! ✨
WHEN
August 16, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
WHO
Open to all 18+ LGBTQIA2S+ folks and allies
WHERE
Maxwell Community Hub
440 Maxwell Rd, Eugene OR 97404
COST
$30 per ticket (Scholarships Available)
Register by July 15 for $5 off each ticket purchased!
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JUNE 17 & 24: BINGO & TACOS
AT THE BIER STEIN
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WHAT
Join TransPonder every Tuesday in June for Bingo Night at The Bier Stein! Enjoy a fun and affirming night of tacos, beers, and help support TransPonder in the process!
✨ 4 rounds of bingo, with 80% of the pot going to winners and 20% donated to TransPonder!
✨ “Biggest Loser” prize each round for non-winners
✨ Taco Tuesday specials and bonus prizes during Beer Week on June 11!
WHEN
Every Tuesday in June
Bingo starts at 7:00 PM sharp!
WHO
Open to the public — everyone welcome!
WHERE
The Bier Stein
1591 Willamette St, Eugene, OR
COST
Buy-in per round (cards purchased individually)
80% of each round’s pot goes to winners, 20% supports TransPonder!
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JUNE 17: PRIDE NIGHT AT PK PARK
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WHAT
Get ready to celebrate love and inclusivity at Pride Night at PK Park! Join us as we cheer on the Ems and show our true colors in the stands. Step up to the plate and celebrate Pride Night at PK Park with TransPonder and the Eugene Emeralds!
⚾️ For every ticket sold through our special link, $6 will directly support TransPonder’s vital work for the LGBTQIA2S+ community. It’s a 50/50 fundraiser where everyone wins! ⚾️
WHEN
June 17, Gates open at 6:00 PM | Game starts at 6:35 PM
WHO
Open to all LGBTQIA2S+ folks and allies—bring your friends, your families, and your fabulous selves!
WHERE
PK Park
2760 Martin Luther King Boulevard
Eugene, OR 97401
COST
$12 per ticket (plus service charge)
TransPonder will receive 50% of all ticket sales!
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JUNE 20: QUEER CREATIVE BLOOM
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WHAT
A vibrant, inclusive celebration and launch party for the Creative Queer Collective. Featuring Live performances, an art gallery and hands-on craft stations, community resource and partner tables, a clothing swap, and a safe space to connect, express, and celebrate queer community.
WHEN
Friday, June 20, 2025
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
WHO
Open to all—featuring over 70 neurodivergent artists, performers, and vendors from our local community.
WHERE
Farmers Market Pavilion & Plaza
85 E 8th Ave
Eugene, OR 97401
(ADA accessible, centrally located downtown)
COST
Free! No tickets or RSVP required to attend.
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JUNE 28: EUGENE PRIDE FESTIVAL 2025
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WHAT
A joyous, all-ages celebration of LGBTQIA+ pride featuring two performance stages showcasing drag shows, live music, dance, comedy, and spoken-word artists; a Community Village with over 100 nonprofit and resource booths alongside local artisans; a Youth Zone offering crafts, games, and a cozy reading nook; a variety of food trucks and an ID-checked beer garden; and a Sober Circle providing a quiet, substance-free space for art and connection.
WHEN
Saturday, June 28, 2025, from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM
WHO
All LGBTQIA+ community members, friends, families, and allies are warmly invited to attend.
WHERE
Lane Events Center
796 W 13th Ave, Eugene, OR 97402
COST
Admission is on a sliding scale of $1–$20 (no one turned away for lack of funds).
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THURSDAY: QUEER, TRANS, & DISABILITY GROUP
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WHAT
A support group for people who are LGBTQIA2S, trans, or gender-diverse and are disabled
WHEN
Thursdays | 7:00 – 8:00 PM PST
(see website for specific dates)
WHO
Queer, trans, or gender-diverse people who are disabled; Ages 13+
WHERE
Virtual on Google Meet
COST
Free
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SATURDAY: TRANSPARENT SUPPORT GROUP (VIRTUAL)
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WHAT
Support group for parents/caregivers
This is a place to get resources, talk about the current political environment for trans youth, and gather in community and support.
WHEN
Every 3rd Saturday | 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM PST
WHO
Parents, caregivers, guardians of trans/gender diverse youth
WHERE
Virtual on Google Meet
COST
Free
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WHAT
A book club for, about, and by trans and gender-diverse people!
WHEN
Tuesdays | 5:00 – 6:00 PM PST
WHO
LGBTQIA+ people & allies; All ages
WHERE
Virtual on Google Meet
COST
Free
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WEDNESDAY: GENDER DIVERSE YOGA
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WHAT
A yoga class for trans and gender-diverse people!
WHEN
Wednesdays | 6:00 – 7:00 PM PST
WHO
Trans and Gender-Diverse People, Age 13+
WHERE
Sheldon Community Center and virtual on Google Meet
COST
Free
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SUNDAYS: QUEER/TRANS COMMUNITY YOGA
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WHAT
A weekly yoga offering for queer/trans folks and their loved ones, sponsored by TransPonder. Please bring your own mat!
WHEN
Every Sunday at 10 AM
WHO
Queer/trans folks and their loved ones
WHERE
Maxwell Community Hub, 440 Maxwell Rd. Eugene OR 97404
COST
Donations requested, no one turned away for lack of funds!
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TransPonder has a Community Job Board Google Group (email list/listserv)! This listserv is a communication platform where we can share job listings and other professional development opportunities at LGBTQIA2S+ friendly organizations/businesses.
Check out the links below to join or submit a job opening.
If you are looking for additional support with employment navigation/job searching; please see our Job Skills Program Page.
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YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT (YEP!)
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TransPonder is proud to announce we are currently recruiting participants (Ages 14 -18) to join the Youth Empowerment Project (YEP!) – a pilot initiative designed to empower LGBTQ2+ youth with essential skills in leadership, advocacy, mentorship, and community building.
This pilot project is currently available for High School youth who wish to learn how to advocate for themselves, practice educational justice, and address systemic inequities. The pilot includes leadership modules and community engagement opportunities.
We will provide workshops, optional board meetings, and advocacy sessions with educational leaders. Mentorship provided, and peer support is available. Our services are free!
Please use the buttons below to complete our interest form, or reach out directly to Melrose, our Youth Program Manager.
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THURSDAY: FREE FOOD PROGRAM
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WHAT
Free food program featuring bakery, produce, and dairy items
WHEN
Thursdays | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM
WHO
Everyone, all ages
WHERE
Maxwell Community Hub, 440 Maxwell Road, Eugene, OR 97404
COST
Free (please bring your own bags or boxes for transport)
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SUNDAY DEADLINE: EXTRA SERVING
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WHAT / QUÉ
TransPonder will drop off food boxes for low-income people of all ages who live within Eugene or Springfield and are not able to visit an in‑person food distribution program or for whom traveling to another location to receive food is otherwise prohibitive. A bag containing shelf‑stable food items will be dropped off at your front door!
TransPonder entregará cajas de alimentos para personas de baja ingreso a cualquier edad quienes viven en Eugene o Springfield y no pueden visitar una programa de distribución de alimentos en persona o para quienes viajar a otro lugar para recibir comida es una dificultad. ¡Una bolsa que contiene comida no perecedera será entregada a su puerta!
WHEN / CUÁNDO
The cut‑off for signing up for a drop‑off is every Sunday at 5:00 pm. Orders received after that time will get bumped to the following week. The form will automatically close when we reach out maximum number of orders for the week and will reopen on Wednesdays at 12:00 pm.
El límite de inscribirse para una entrega es cada domingo a las 5:00 pm. Ordenes recibidos después de ese tiempo pasarán a la semana que sigue. El formulario cerrará automáticamente cuando llegamos al número máximo de ordenes para la semana y abrirá otra vez los miércoles a las 12:00 pm.
WHO / QUIÉNES
TransPonder will drop off food boxes for low‑income people of all ages who live within Eugene or Springfield and are not able to visit an in‑person food distribution program or for whom traveling to another location to receive food is otherwise prohibitive.
TransPonder entregará cajas de alimentos para personas de baja ingreso a cualquier edad quienes viven en Eugene o Springfield y no pueden visitar una programa de distribución de alimentos en persona o para quienes viajar a otro lugar para recibir comida es una dificultad.
WHERE / DÓNDE
A bag containing shelf‑stable food items will be dropped off at your front door!
¡Una bolsa que contiene comida no perecedera será entregada a su puerta!
COST / COSTO
Free / Gratis
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WHAT
HIV Alliance and TransPonder offer free local hormone injection supply drop-off services for those with financial needs and/or transportation issues.
WHEN
Orders must be placed by Mondays at 5:00 PM; Drop-off will be on Wednesdays.
WHO
Everyone, all ages
WHERE
Free Home Delivery in the Eugene/Springfield area (If you live outside the drop-off boundary or can’t have supplies dropped off to you, you can pick up injection supplies at Maxwell Community Hub, 440 Maxwell Road, Eugene, OR 97404)
COST
Free
You can also drop off used sharps containers with us and/or with HIV Alliance. Contact us for our hours; contact HIV Alliance for their syringe exchange service hours. You can also sign up to receive an at-home HIV testing kit. You do not have to order hormone injection supplies to receive a kit.
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