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Greetings!
Today is Election Day! Polls are open until 7pm. To find where to vote in Boulder County, click here. If you didn't get your early ballot in the mail in time, you can drop off today until 7pm.
There are many new events listed below, including an important fundraiser for Out Boulder. Please consider attending - it's a wonderful way to support our vital work, network with other LGBT and Allied people and learn more about wine...
Also, we will have details confirmed later this week for Boulder County's first-ever Transgender Awareness Week (November 11th to 21st). Please save the dates.
Finally, please consider sharing this email with others and encouraging them to sign up and receive our weekly eNewsletter - the more people we reach, the more connected and stronger we are as a community.
Yours in democracy and community!
The Out Boulder Team |
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| Join us for a show by Namoli Brennet - a poetic, genre-busting folk singer from Tucson, AZ! Thursday, November 11 from 7 to 9pm |
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 Please join Out Boulder and the Boulder Valley Unitarian Universalist Fellowship as we welcome nationally-touring trans artist, Namoli Brennet, to Boulder County for the first time! Thursday, November 11 from 7 to 9pm at the BVUUF (1241 Ceres Drive, Lafayette, CO). Namoli and her music were recently featured in the film,"Out in the Silence." She has played at Pride Festivals all over the US. A $5 to $10 donation for the artist is requested - no one will be turned away.
When she first walks on the stage, transgender singer-songwriter Namoli Brennet may have a quiet and unassuming presence but her intense and haunting voice quickly fills the room with as much emotion as it can contain. Described by many as an inspiration, she has been touring all corners of the country since 2002, sharing her gift with a devoted fan base while putting over 250,000 miles on her trusty Volvo wagon. She's played over a thousand shows and almost as many instruments citing guitar, piano, mandolin, harmonica, bass, drums and flute among her most well-honed. Her albums have been described as breathtaking and incredible and are a well-crafted journey through achingly real and heartfelt experiences. Her technique draws on a wide range of influences, everyone from Shawn Colvin and Jonatha Brooke to Patty Griffin and Joni Mitchell. Please help support LGBTQ arts and social programs in Boulder County!
"Gorgeous and introspective." -Jamie Manser, Zocalo Magazine
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You're Invited! 4th Annual Wine Tasting to
Benefit Out Boulder - Saturday, November 13 |
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We did it! Boulder Pride is now Out Boulder. And we need your support more than ever. Let's raise a glass and raise our awareness about one of the world's great viticultural regions. Wines and hors d'oeuvre provided. Your guests are welcome, but space is limited for this event, so please RSVP to info@outboulder.org by November 4. Requested donation: $75 per person. On behalf of the entire Board at Out Boulder, we thank you for your ongoing support and we hope to see you in November.
Lester & Laura
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Join us for "Boulder's LGBT History -
On the 18th Anniversary of Amendment 2"
Wednesday, November 3rd @ 7pm |
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I don't think the voters understand how painful this is -- to be told that you're inferior, a second-class citizen, said Glenda Russell in the NYT article, Nov '92
With the passage of Amendment 2 on November 3rd in 1992, Colorado became the first state to legalize discrimination against gays and lesbians at the ballot box, which was later overturned by the US Supreme Court. Please join Boulder's LGBT history buff, Dr. Glenda Russell, for a look at Boulder's LGBT history before Amendment 2 and since. How have things changed in the 18 years since Amendment 2? What do the results of the November 2nd, 2010 election mean for the LGBT community?
We will also have a large, graphic timeline of Boulder County's LGBT history at the event, from Stonewall to the present day. Free! RSVP to Cathy at cbusha@outboulder.org required. The November 3rd gathering at the Out Boulder Pride House (2132 14th St, Boulder) is limited to the first 20 people. If more than 20 people respond, we will schedule a second talk at a future date. To view the Facebook event... |
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Eda Bagel in a Benefit for BCAP!
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 Ms. Eda Bagel in "Imitation of Wife: An Unauthorized Autobiography" A benefit for the Boulder County AIDS Project (BCAP) "Gender Illusion Technician," Ms Eda Bagel (aka Jeffrey Kash), stars in a one-"woman" show utilizing 70 years of music and movie dialogue to tell a hilarious story of repression and rebirth. Proceeds from the performance benefit BCAP. Ages 18+ only. When: Two performances: Friday, November 5th and Saturday, November 6th, 7:30pm-9:00pm The Dairy Center for the Arts (2590 Walnut Street, Boulder) Tickets: $20 General Admission. To purchase, visit the box office at the Dairy Center for the Arts at 2590 Walnut Street or purchase online at: http://thedairy.org or by phone: 303-444-7328. (Service fees may apply to tickets purchased online or by phone.) |
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eTown's Holiday Special featuring Music and Conversation withthe Indigo Girls at the Boulder Theater - Sunday, November 21st! |
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eTown's Holiday Special featuring music and conversation with Indigo Girls and special guest TBA. Sunday November 21, 7:00pm at The Boulder Theater. TICKETS on-sale Wednesday November 3, 10:00 am internet, 3:00 pm box office. $29.50 reserved, $24.50 general admission. The Boulder Theater Box Office www.bouldertheater.com or 303.786.7030. Contact: Roger Menell, etown, 303-443-8696 |
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What Makes a Hate Crime? November 3rd @ 11:30am
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 Please join Out Boulder and local law enforcement for a special informational session on "What Makes a Hate Crime?" Often we see incidents that seem, from a community perspective, to be hate crimes and yet they are not prosecuted as such. Learn directly from law enforcement how those decisions are made in Boulder County. You must RSVP to attend.
November 3, 11:30am -1pm. Location will be provided. If you have questions, please contact Aicila. |
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OASOS Community Potluck - Support LGBTQ Youth! |
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Greetings OASOS supporters! We at OASOS want to let you know that Wednesday, November 10th, from 6:00-8:00 p.m. is our annual OASOS Community Potluck! This event is a wonderful opportunity for the youth of OASOS program for LGBTQIA youth to meet the numerous adults in their community who actively support their well-being.
Holidays can be a challenging time of year for some, especially for those who have been alienated from or feel disenfranchised from their own families. As you are aware, this is all-too-often the case for LGBTIQ individuals. The OASOS Community Potluck is an opportunity for you to bring community to LGBTIQ youth in a safe and affirming place. This year's potluck will include youth performances, awards for our fabulous youth and adult volunteers, and as well as other surprises.
We will supply turkey and pies for the event; guests are invited to bring side-dishes and desserts. The potluck will be held at BCPH's auditorium at 3450 Broadway. RSVPs to Sherry are appreciated. We look forward to a wonderful evening, and we sincerely hope you can join us! Thank you again for your support! Sherry Biskup, OASOS Program Specialist (303) 678-6259. |
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Trans Day of Remembrance - November 20th
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Please join and support Transgender people and our allies at Jefferson Unitarian Church in Golden, Colorado on Saturday, November 20th from 7-9pm for Transgender Day of Remembrance - a national movement to bring awareness to and stop the violence against transgender people. Join us in remembering those who our communities have lost and join us in creating a new, emancipated future for all. More details at The Gender Identity Center of Colorado's website.... |
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Support Dottie, an Out Boulder SpeakingOUT Volunteer, at her Stand-Up Comedy Routine at the Catacombs this Thursday night!
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Dottie is a transgender volunteer who regularly shares her story as part of Out Boulder's SpeakingOUT program. Please join her this Thursday, November 4th starting at 10pm at the Catacombs Bar open mic night in Boulder. She will be doing her stand-up comedy routine. Dottie leaves early on November 5th for a bicycle ride to California. Thanks for everything, Dottie and good luck on your bike ride and move! |
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November 5th 7pm Caffe' Sole 637R S Broadway St South Boulder -Artist Reception for Wendy Rochman "Ecoscapes - From Colorado to the Cosmos." Artist Wendy Rochman unveils new textural hand made paper collages created with her innovative pulp -pouring technique. Wine Bar and music by Laurie Dameron.
Also, Laurie Dameron plays November 9th 6:30 pm Treppeda's Italian Ristorante - 300 2nd Ave Niwot |
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Longmont LGBTQ and Allied Potluck Group |
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The next LGBTQ and Allied potluck will be held on Sunday, November 14th. As usual, it will be at the UCC Church at 8th and Francis in Longmont at 5:30 pm. Please try to make it as this will be our Holiday Potluck. We will not have a December Potluck with all the holiday activities going on - then we'll start out the New Year with a January Potluck. Everyone is welcome! You don't have to live in Longmont to attend. To sign up for the Longmont Potluck listserve... |
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Finding Meaning and Purpose in
the Second Half of Life |
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A workshop designed especially for LGBT and Allied community members will be offered on Friday, November 5 (6:30 - 8:30 pm) and Saturday, November 6 (8:30 am - 3:30 pm). The workshop will be held at The Center, 1301 East Colfax. Denver. Join us as we explore questions that arise in the second half of life. Learn ways to enrich your life by harvesting the wisdom you've acquired. Come do your wisdomwork! Regisration is $125 and includes workshop materials, lunch on Saturday and snacks. Scholarships are available. Contact Ken Helander at khelander@glbtcolorado.org or 303-733-7743, ext. 122. Workshop Facilitators:Maureen Dobson, MSW and Rosemary Williams, MSW are Certified Sage-ing® Leaders. They have more than sixty years of combined life experience working with older adults and caregivers. |
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Broads for Birth Control, Chicks for Choice -
A Benefit for Boulder Valley Women's Health Center |
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Winner of the Vancouver Fringe Festival, pick of the Edinborough Fringe Festival and nominated for an EPIC Emerging Artists Award from The White House Project, for changing the perceptions of women in culture... The sharp writing, playful performance and impeccable comic timing of Broad Comedy brings you politically savvy adult comedy that isn't afraid to take on the White House, the church, or the neighbors. Principle writer and performer Katie Goodman (daughter of Ellen Goodman, the Pulitzer Prize winning columnist from the Boston Globe) and her troupe dazzle with sketch comedy and original musical satire hits such as: "Soccer Mom Ho", "Drunk-Dialed Obama", and 'The F-Word." This performance is a fundraiser for Boulder Valley Women's Health Center- do good and have a rip-roaring night. The show is not to be missed!
What: A fundraising event for Women's Health (Boulder Valley Women's Health Center) - a collaborative partner of Out Boulder
Where: The Boulder Theater- Boulder, Colorado
When: Saturday, November 6th
VIP reception begins at 6:30 pm, General admission doors at 7:30 pm
Ticket details: $25 - general admission; $55 - reserved seating with goodie bag; $85- VIP seating with goodie bag and pre-show reception with the Broads www.bouldertheater.com |
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Save the Date! An Evening of Transgender-Themed Films including the locally-produced
"Faces and Facets of Transgender Experience"
Friday, November 19th in Longmont |
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Please join us on Friday, November 19th in the evening at the First Congregational United Church of Christ as Out Boulder, the Light of Christ Ecumenical Catholic Community and the UCC co-sponsor an evenings of transgender-themed films as part of Transgender Awareness Week in Boulder County (November 11th-21st).
Details about Transgender Awareness Week and the Friday night films will be confirmed later this week. Be sure to check www.outboulder.org and Out Boulder's Facebook page for all the information! |
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Out Boulder co-sponsors a Free Screening of
9500 Liberty - this Thursday |
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Thursday, November 4th 6:30 to 8pm at Boulder High Auditorium, followed by a panel featuring Joe Pelle, Hans Meyer (Colorado Immigrant Rights Coalition) and Mekela Goehring (Rocky Mountain Immigrant Advocacy Network). Prince William County, Virginia becomes ground zero in America's explosive battle over immigration policy when elected officials adopt a law requiring police officers to question anyone they have "probable cause" to suspect is an undocumented immigrant. 9500 Liberty reveals the startling vulnerability of a local government, targeted by national anti-immigration networks using the Internet to frighten and intimidate lawmakers and citizens. Alarmed by a climate of fear and racial division, residents form a resistance using YouTube videos and virtual townhalls, setting up a real-life showdown in the seat of county government.
For more information on the movie...
Hosted by: City of Boulder Human Relations Commission, CIRC, Boulder County CAP, Out Boulder, El Centro Amistad, Boulder VOICE, the Immigrant Legal Center of Boulder County, El Comité and RMIAN
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How is Boulder Valley School District Dealing with Diversity Issues Now That There Is No Equity Office? |
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Tuesday, November 9 at 7pm - PFLAG BOULDER PRESENTS SAFE SCHOOLS UPDATE - Mim Campos, BVSD Assistant Director of Language, Culture and Equity, and Sarah Oswick, Assistant Principal, Monarch K-8, will talk about the new model for ensuring equity for marginalized students. They will share their perspectives as members of the Equity Advisory Committee that was formed by the superintendent's office following the removal of the Equity Office, in place since 2000, due to budgetary restrictions.
Each school has as a priority to change school climate to be more accepting of diversity. What is happening at all levels now that the responsibility lies with each school? Mim and Sarah will be prepared to answer that question. PFLAG meetings are free, open to the public and are held in the parlor of the First United Methodist Church, 1421 Spruce St. Free parking off of 15th Street. Use the northeast entrance.
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Some of the events, views and opinions expressed in the elert are solely those of their authors and/or organizations, and do not necessarily reflect an endorsement by Boulder Pride. We encourage you to contact the event sponsor for more information.
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