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Here’s what’s happening this week!
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Event Announcements
Our Celebration of LGBTQ+ Art is Today! Celebrate Trans Day of Visibility with us at the Lavender Network today from 1:00 to 5:00 PM! You can RSVP at the last minute with the link below.
We can’t wait to see you there!
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Program Announcements
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
Participants 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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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: TRANS & ALLIES SOCIAL HOUR
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WHAT
A coffee social hour
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Every 1st Saturday | 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
WHO
All ages, everyone welcome, including all LGBTQIA people and allies. Ages 13 and under require a guardian.
WHERE
Theo’s Coffee House (199 W 8th Ave)
COST
Free, free parking in the Parcade on Charnelton St.
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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
Our peer support sessions offer compassionate, confidential guidance for individuals navigating mental health challenges, social transitions, or simply seeking a supportive conversation. Our service uses lived experience to offer person centered support. There is no one glove that fits all with peer support and it will look different for each individual.
WHEN
Appointments are scheduled on a rolling basis. Simply fill out our interest form and expect a response within 3–7 days. Same-week appointments may be available when indicated.
WHO
Open to anyone aged 14 and up. While our service uses the expertise from lived experiences within the trans and gender-diverse community, all individuals seeking support are warmly welcome.
WHERE
Currently offered via telehealth, ensuring safe and convenient access until in-person sessions resume.
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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