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Here’s what’s happening this week!
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Event Announcements
The Voice Training Workshops are currently at maximum capacity. All RSVPs received after 3/12/25 are on a waiting list and will be contacted via email if a spot opens up.
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Program Announcements
The We/Us/Ours Social Hour take place at tables C75 and C76, in the courtyard by the main entrance of PublicHouse! We are excited to see you there!
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Our Peer Support Services are currently accepting new clients! (See below for more information!)
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MARCH 30: A CELEBRATION OF LGBTQ+ ART
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WHAT
This Trans Day of Visibility, join us for a celebration of trans and queer artwork!
Explore galleries of unique, locally-made art in various mediums, or sit back to enjoy live music, drag performances, and other performances.
WHEN
Sunday, March 30th
1:00 – 5:00 PM
WHO
All LGBTQIA2S+ folks and allies
WHERE
The Lavender Network
440 Maxwell Road, Eugene, OR 97404
COST
Free (Donations optional)
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APRIL: VOICE TRAINING WORKSHOP SERIES
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WHAT
In this 3-session workshop, participants will learn through a variety of vocal exploration exercises how to align their speech with their identity. We will cover basic anatomy and physiology and different acoustic measures and how they impact perception of gender. Knowledge from each session is cumulative, meaning participants will gain a more complete understanding of their voice and how to alter it over all three courses.
WHEN
April 4th, 11th, 18th | 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Participant attend all three sessions.
WHO
Age 14+ LGBTQIA people and allies
(Legal guardian signature required for those under 18)
WHERE
Location provided to RSVP List
COST
FREE (Registration required)
Note: This event is currently at maximum capacity. All RSVPs received after 3/12/25 are on a waiting list and will be contacted via email if a spot opens up.
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APRIL 19: TRANSWILD FOREST FROLIC
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WHAT
Join TransPonder, Cascadia Wildlands, and Mt Pisgah Arboretum in welcoming people from queer, trans, BIPOC, and other marginalized communities for a FREE afternoon of outdoor workshops, nature walks, live music, activities, and more!
WHEN
Saturday, April 19th | 12-5 PM
WHO
All LGBTQIA2S+ folks and allies
WHERE
Mt. Pisgah Arboretum
COST
FREE, RSVP Encouraged (free raffle ticket with RSVP)
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WHAT
Discussion Group for LGBTQIA2S BIPOC
(Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color, who are also LGBTQIA2S, questioning, and/or somewhere on the rainbow)
WHEN
Every 4th Tuesday | 6:00 – 7:00 PM
WHO
All LGBTQIA2S Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color, ages 14+
WHERE
In-person (location upon request)
COST
Free
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WEDNESDAY: WE/US/OURS SOCIAL HOUR
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WHAT
HIV Alliance and Transponder’s social gathering
WHEN
Every last Wednesday | 6:00 – 8:00 PM
WHO
Trans and gender-diverse folks, LGBTQIA folks, and allies welcome.
Please note: folks will be drinking alcohol.
WHERE
Public House
418 A St #4606, Springfield, OR 97477
Note: This week we will be meeting at tables C75 and C76, in the courtyard by the main entrance of Public House! We are excited to see you there!
COST
Free
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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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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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Ongoing: Peer Support Services
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WHAT
One-on-one peer support sessions offer compassionate, non-judgmental guidance for individuals navigating mental health challenges, social transitions, or simply seeking a supportive conversation. Our service provides resource navigation, referrals, and empathetic listening designed to empower you on your journey.
WHEN
Appointments are scheduled on a rolling basis.
Simply fill out our interest form, and we will reach out to you!
WHO
Open to anyone aged 14 and up.
WHERE
Sessions are currently conducted via telehealth to ensure safe, convenient access
COST
Free
Currently accepting new clients!
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TUESDAY DEADLINE: INJECTION SUPPLIES
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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 Tuesdays at 5:00 PM; Drop-off is on Thursdays
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 The Lavender Network, 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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THURSDAY: FREE FOOD PROGRAM
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WHAT
Free food program featuring bakery, produce, and dairy items
WHEN
Thursdays | 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
WHO
Everyone, all ages
WHERE
The Lavender Network, 440 Maxwell Road, Eugene, OR 97404
COST
Free (please bring your own bags or boxes for transport)
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