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Here’s what’s happening this week!
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Event Announcements
⚾️ Join us for Pride Night at PK Park this Tuesday, June 17! ⚾️ Cheer on the Eugene Emeralds from our shady seats in the grandstands and support the LGBTQIA2S+ community at the same time! 50% of all ticket sales go to TransPonder!
Buy your tickets at the link below!
✨ Starry Night Pride Prom is this June 14! ✨
Get your tickets now for only $25 with our Early Bird discount!
See below for more information!
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Program Announcements
Our Job Skills Social Hour this week is going to feature a special discussion on Enneagram Personality types by Marlie Heberling, our Development and Outreach Director. You won’t want to miss this one!
Our TransParent Support Group will be meeting virtually this Saturday on Google Meet. We’re excited to see you there!
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Food Program Expansion: Extra Serving
Our Free Food Program is expanding!
Low‑income Eugene/Springfield residents can sign up online by Sunday 5 p.m. (form reopens Wed noon) for a free TransPonder doorstep delivery of shelf‑stable groceries.
Please see below for more details!
¡Nuestro Programa de Alimentos Gratuitos se está expandiendo! Los residentes de bajos ingresos de Eugene/Springfield pueden inscribirse en línea antes del domingo a las 5 p.m. (el formulario se reabre el miércoles al mediodía) para recibir gratis en su puerta una entrega de comestibles no perecederos de TransPonder.
Por favor, consulte abajo para más detalles.
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UPCOMING: YOUTH EMPOWERMENT PROJECT (YEP!)
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TransPonder is proud to announce a sneak peek of our upcoming 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 6 leadership modules and 2 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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WHAT
We are excited to announce that TransPonder will be hosting a Starry Night themed Pride Prom this June 14 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
June 14, from 7:00 PM to 11:00 PM
WHO
Open to all 18+ LGBTQIA2S+ folks and allies
WHERE
The Lavender Network
440 Maxwell Rd
COST
$30 per ticket (Scholarships Available)
Register by May 15 for $5 off each ticket purchased!
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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
TransPonder will receive 50% of all ticket sales!
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WEDNESDAY: JOB SKILLS SOCIAL HOUR
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WHAT
Hang out, network and socialize with fellow job seekers! This is an opportunity to build connections and discuss your job search experience with peers in your community. This month we have a guest facilitator, Marlie Heberling, who will lead a conversation about the Enneagram personality types and how our types affect our communications styles. This is an informal conversation and no previous experience is required.
WHEN
Second Wednesday of the Month | 4:00 – 5:00 PM
WHERE
Location will be sent to RSVP list prior to the event. Free parking available.
WHO
18+ LGBTQIA people and allies are welcome.
COST
Free (RSVP required)
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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
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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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MONDAY 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 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 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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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 / QUIÉNES
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 / CUÁNDO
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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