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Here’s what’s happening this week!
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Sunday, March 30: A Celebration of LGBTQ+ Art
Fridays, April 4th, 11th, 18th: Voice Training Workshop
Saturday, April 19th: TransWild Forest Frolic
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PROGRAM UPDATES OR CHANGES:
TransParent Support is Virtual this Week
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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
WHERE
The Lavender Network
440 Maxwell Road, Eugene, OR 97404
WHO
All LGBTQIA2S+ folks and allies
COST
Tickets by donation. No one will be turned away due to lack of funds.
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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.
WHERE
Location provided to RSVP List
WHO
Age 14+ LGBTQIA people and allies
(Legal guardian signature required for those under 18)
COST
FREE (Registration required.)
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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
WHERE
Mt. Pisgah Arboretum
WHO
All LGBTQIA2S+ folks and allies
COST
FREE, RSVP Encouraged (free raffle ticket with RSVP)
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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
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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
WHERE
Sheldon Community Center and virtual on Google Meet
WHO
Trans and Gender-Diverse People, Age 13+
COST
Free
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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. 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)
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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
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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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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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