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Here’s what’s happening this week!

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMMUNITY EVENTS

Wednesday, Feb. 19th: Sing Out

Submissions Due Feb. 21st: Call for LGBTQIA2S+ Artists

PARTNER EVENTS

Saturday, Feb. 15th: Eugene Symphony Free Family Concert

Wednesday, Mar. 19th: Queer Health Day

CLUBS & CLASSES

Tuesday: TransPonder Book Club

Wednesday: Gender Diverse Yoga

GROUPS & GATHERINGS

Wednesday: Job Skills Social Hour

Thursday: Queer, Trans, & Disability Group

Saturday: TransParent Support Group (Virtual)

PROGRAMS & RESOURCES

Tuesday: Injection Supplies

Thursday: Free Food

ANNOUNCEMENTS

PROGRAM UPDATES OR CHANGES:

For the safety of our participants, anyone interested in attending a virtual group for the first time must meet with a TransPonder team member to verify that they are not a troll. This is only required for folks who have never attended before.

Please contact TransPonder at least two business days before the group meeting to give our team time to connect with you.

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

SING OUT: PARTICIPATORY SINGING FOR QUEERS AND COMMUNITY

WHAT

Join local song leader Osprey for a song circle at Eugene’s new queer center, the Lavender Network! Learn songs in the moment through call and echo (aka “repeat after me”). This is an opportunity to connect with your voice, grow resilience, build solidarity, and awaken aliveness.

WHEN

Wednesday, February 19 | 6-7:30 PM

WHERE

The Lavender Network (440 Maxwell Road, Eugene)

WHO

Open to LGBTQIA2S+ folks and straight/cis folks who can participate mindfully in a queer-centric space

COST

Sliding scale based on ability…$15-30 suggested

CLICK HERE for More Info
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A CELEBRATION OF LGBTQ+ ART

WHAT

We are looking for LGBTQIA2S+ artists to submit their work to be included in an art installation at The Lavender Network in celebration of Trans Day of Visibility!

The Performing Arts categories are Spoken Word Poetry, Music, Dance, Drag, and Other, and Fine Arts categories are 3-Dimensional Art, 2-Dimensional Art, Video, Photography, Textile Art, and Other.

All artists chosen to participate will be invited to a meet-and-greet at the reception on Sunday, March 30th. The reception will include food, drinks, first look at the chosen art, and live performances.

Artists with works for sale will have the option to sell directly or on commission. Artists may also choose to donate their piece to an auction benefitting TransPonder. (Allied artists are invited to participate in the auction as well.)

WHEN

SUBMISSIONS CLOSE: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST

CLICK HERE for More Info
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PARTNER EVENTS

EUGENE SYMPHONY’S FREE FAMILY CONCERT: WOODWINDS IN THE WILDERNESS

WHAT

Embark on a musical adventure at Eugene Symphony’s free Family Concert “Woodwinds in the Wilderness” featuring classical and popular music performed by Woodwind Quintet at the Hult Center!

WHEN

Saturday, February 15th
10:00 am: Musical Activities in the Hult Center Lobby
11:00 am-11:45 am: Concert

WHERE

Hult Center for the Performing Arts Lobby

WHO

Open to everyone, recommended for ages 0-12
(All children must by accompanied by an adult.)

COST

FREE

CLICK HERE for More Info
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HIV ALLIANCE: QUEER HEALTH DAY

A purple background features a curving rainbow with the text "The 23rd National LGBT Health Awareness Week." Below is a save the date for Queer Health Day on Wednesday, March 19th at the Lavender Network. There will be free and low cost health services, with more details to come.

SAVE THE DATE

HIV Alliance will be hosting a Queer Health Day on Wednesday, March 19th from 10-4. Stop by the Lavender Network for free and low cost health services during National LGBTQ Health Awareness Week. More details to come!

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CLUBS & CLASSES

TUESDAY: BOOK CLUB

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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

WHERE

Virtual on Google Meet

WHO

LGBTQIA+ people & allies; All ages

COST

Free

CLICK HERE for More Info
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WEDNESDAY: GENDER DIVERSE YOGA

WHAT

A yoga class for trans and gender-diverse people!

WHEN

Wednesdays  |  6:00 – 7:00 PM PST

WHERE

Sheldon Community Center and virtual on Google Meet

WHO

Trans and Gender-Diverse People, Age 13+

COST

Free

CLICK HERE for More Info
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GROUPS AND GATHERINGS

WEDNESDAY: JOB SKILLS SOCIAL HOUR

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. There will be staff from TransPonder present to lightly facilitate the event. (If you are looking for a more structured space, try one of our support groups: QTBIPOC Group, Trans & Disability Group, Trans Community Support Group, TransParent Group.)

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)

CLICK HERE for More Info
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THURSDAY: QUEER, TRANS, & DISIBILITY 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)

WHERE

Virtual on Google Meet

WHO

Queer, trans, or gender-diverse people who are disabled; Ages 13+

COST

Free

CLICK HERE for More Info
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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

CLICK HERE for More Info
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PROGRAMS & RESOURCES

Check out all of our FREE programs, including Gender-Affirming Product Vouchers, Resource Navigation, Employment Navigation, and more by visiting us online!

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.

CLICK HERE to Learn More
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THURSDAY: FREE FOOD PROGRAM

trans pride flag colored leaves on an illustrated tree with an illustrated figure holding the hand of a smaller figure

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

CLICK HERE to Learn More
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