TransPonder Happenings Newsletter

Announcements: TransParent Support Group meets in person and Trans Community Support Group meets virtually on Saturday!

MAKEUP WORKSHOP
Flyer for a makeup workshop by TransPonder featuring a person named Bee (they/them) holding flowers. Scheduled for August 22, 2024, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM.

Join us for a fun and interactive makeup workshop where you’ll learn everyday makeup tips and tricks, featuring Bee Buster. We’ll provide hand mirrors, makeup remover, and brushes as needed. Bring your favorite products to try out new looks and ask all your burning beauty questions.

This is a safe space to ask questions about makeup and personal care products, try out different looks, and share any advice you have with the community.  Let’s have some fun with makeup!

WHAT

Makeup workshop

WHEN

August 22nd 2024 5:00pm-7:00pm

WHO

14+ (legal guardian permission required if under 18), allies welcome

WHERE

Hilyard Community Center

2580 Hilyard St, Eugene, OR 97405

FREE

Registration not required.

Tues, Jul 23: BOOK CLUB
Shelves of books in the background with a purple cast. White text.

Our virtual, all ages, LGBTQIA, & allies welcome book club meets every Tuesday @ 5p PT.

We read books for, about, and by trans and gender diverse people! Click the photo for more information, including our recommendation list and a way to get a free digital copy of our discussion books.

Tues, Jul 23: QTBIPOC GROUP

Now in person!
Pride Flag background with puffy pink text and a group of Black and Brown hands raised with palms open.

What: LGBTQIA BIPOC discussion group
When: Every 4th Tuesday @ 6-7p PT
Who: All LGBTQIA2S Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color, ages 14+
Where: In person. Email info@TransPonderOregon.org for the location.
FREE

This discussion group is for Black people, Indigenous people, and people of color, who are also LGBTQIA2S, questioning, and/or somewhere on the rainbow. For questions about the group or to speak with the facilitator contact: TBIPOC@transponder.community

Wed, Jul 24: GENDER DIVERSE YOGA

New time! We meet at 6p!
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What: Yoga class
When: Wednesdays @ 6-7p; see our website for dates
Who: Trans/gender-diverse folks, ages 13+
Where: In person (Sheldon Community Center) & virtual (Google Meet)
FREE

Join us on Wednesdays @ 6p PT for a trans/gender-diverse yoga class at Sheldon Community Center (2445 Willakenzie Rd, Eugene) in the Hazelnut Room. There will be someone at the front desk who can direct you. We’ll have mats, blocks, straps, chairs, and bands available.

Thurs, Jul 25: QUEER, TRANS, & DISIBILITY GROUP
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Click the photo for more information.

What: A support group for people who are queer or trans and are disabled
When: Thursdays @ 7-8p PT; see our website for dates
Who: Queer & trans people who are disabled, ages 13+
Where: Online on Google Meet
FREE

The group is open to all LGBTQIA people, including trans, nonbinary, questioning, and gender-diverse folks, ages 13+. This is a space where queer and trans people with disabilities can chat about their experiences, discuss chosen topics, and share resources and validation. Email info@transponder.community for the event link.

Please see this website page for dates we are meeting. You do not need to talk or use video to participate.

Sat, Jul 27: TRANSPARENT SUPPORT GROUP

This week meets in person!
trans pride flag colored leaves on an illustrated tree with an illustrated figure holding the hand of a smaller figure

What: Support group for parents/caregivers
When: Every 4th Saturday @ 11a – 12:30p PT
Who: Parents, caregivers, guardians of trans/gender diverse youth
Where: Theo’s Coffee House
FREE

Join our support group for parents and guardians of trans and gender diverse children. This is a great place to get resources, talk about the current political environment for trans youth, and gather in community and support.

Sat, Jul 27: TRANS COMMUNITY SUPPORT GROUP

This week meets on Google Meet!
light purple background with line drawings in dark purple of flowers at the edges.

What: Community support group for trans/gender-diverse and questioning people.
When: Every 4th Saturday @ 3:30-5p PT
Who: Trans/gender-diverse or questioning folks, ages 16+
Where: Virtual on Google Meet
FREE

Our Trans Community Support Group meets twice per month; the second Saturday group meets in person and the fourth Saturday group meets on Google Meet. Click the photo for more information.
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