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What the Out Boulder Staff is Thankful For |
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As Thanksgiving approaches, the Out Boulder staff takes a moment to reflect on what they are most thankful for. These things are easy to forget among the hustle and bustle of life so it is a good time to sit back and contemplate the wonderful things in life that we may take for granted.
Aicila This holiday season, as I anticipate quiet time with family and friends, I am grateful for the many gifts in my life. I am grateful to be part of a team working to make Boulder County a better place for all of us. I am grateful for my family and friends and the support they provide for me to be here every day to do this work in partnership with the community. And I am inspired to believe that we can, working together, create something better for the future.
Mauricio
First, I am thankful for Out Boulder and the Out Boulder Community, for giving me a platform to grow, and a base from where I can affect positive change in our community. Second, I am thankful for my Framily (friends/family) for their love, support and understanding, and third I am grateful for the amazing youth of Boulder County, they challenge me and nourish me to continue to work for a world where equality is not a cause but a reality. Jen I am incredibly thankful for my supportive family. No matter how far I am away from them they are always there for me in every way. I am lucky to be spending Thanksgiving with them this year in Ohio. I am also thankful for my partner Theresa (also part of my family)--she is everything I could have dreamed of and more. I am thankful for Colorado sunshine. Even on the cold days, the light and warmth here can not compare. It brings me instant happiness and ease for the backdrop of my life. Finally, I am thankful for my work here at Out Boulder where I feel that I can make meaningful contributions and am surrounded by one-of-a-kind colleagues and community members, each with their own special gifts to share. For those of you traveling for the holidays or spending time with family--it can be a stressful time. If you need extra support for this time of year, a great resource is the GLBT National Help Center at 888-843-4564. This is the gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender national hotline that serves callers of all ages and offers peer-counseling, information, and local resources. Just remember, you are not alone! |
Out Boulder Holiday Party - December 14
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Join Out Boulder in celebrating the holidays! This year we will gather in Longmont, at Martini's Bistro, 543 Terry Street. You definitely want to attend this one, not much else to say except, be there Wed., Dec. 14th 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.
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December Happy Hour - December 21
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 The Bitter Bar at 835 Walnut Street, the place to not be seen, is our host for our December Happy Hour. Come on OUT on Wed., December 21, 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. Take the door through the back alley. If you haven't checked out the Bitter Bar's transformation, now's your chance! Try one of the Bitter Bar's signature drinks like the Re-tox, Equinox, or Alpine Drive. We hope to see you there!
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Schedule your Colorado Gives Day Donation for December 6!
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Last year, the generosity of Coloradans shined when $8.7 million was donated to their favorite local charities. We are excited to announce Colorado Gives Day 2011! If you give on December 6, Out Boulder will be eligible for other incentives from Giving First. Every hour that a donation is made to us, we'll be entered in a drawing to receive and additional $1,000. You can make your commitment NOW by scheduling your donation to take place on December 6. We rely on your support to allow us to offer everything we do!
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World AIDS Day 2011 Events by BCAP
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World AIDS Day is celebrated on December 1st each year around the world. It has become one of the most recognized international health days and a key opportunity to raise awareness, commemorate those who have passed on, and celebrate victories such as increased access to treatment and precention services. 10AM-4PM BCAP's Prevention Department facilitates an Awareness Campaign on the Pearl St Mall (in front of the Courthouse) to speak with passers-by about HIV prevention, World AIDS Day, and the reality that AIDS is not over. They will distribute safer-sex supplies and prevention materials. 7PM-9PM World AIDS Day Concert: BCAP welcomes the Resonance Women's Chorus, directed by Sue Coffee and the Denver Gay Men's Chorus, directed by Ben Riggs, who will present a World AIDS Day Concert. It will be held in the sanctuary of First United Methodist Church (1421 Spruce St). Tickets are $15 and may be purchased online, by calling BCAP at 303-444-6121, or at the door. For more information visit: http://www.bcap.org |
Bent Lens Cinema Presents "Mary Lou" at the Dairy Center - Sunday, November 27
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Acclaimed Israeli director Eytan Fox (Yossi & Jagger, The Bubble, Walk on Water) brings to life a modern fable with a catchy musical message and a story based on the songs of Israeli pop legend Svika Pick. Miriam (Maya Dagan) is an adoring fan of Svika Pick (who appears as himself). She dreams of being a famous singer, leading her to mysteriously abandon her son Meir (Ido Rosenberg) on his tenth birthday. Both Meir and his best school friend Shuli-who happens to be a beautiful girl-have their eye on the same gorgeous guy. But despite worthy distractions, Meir never stops searching for his mother, eventually moving to Tel Aviv and becoming famous as a drag queen named Mary Lou. The songs never stop coming as Meir/Mary Lou discovers he needs to find himself even more
than his mother.
Mary Lou was released in Israel as a four part television series and garnered the equivalent of the Israeli Emmy Award for best miniseries in 2010.
This film is co-sponsored by Keshet Colorado. Check it out at the The Boedecker Theater at The Dairy this Sunday at 6:30. Tickets are $9 at the door ($7 students/seniors), $10 online. More info: http://www.bentlens.org.
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Pride House Office Hours & Holiday Hours
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 The Pride House office will be closed December 26-30.
The following are the Pride House's regular office hours. If you need to visit us outside of these hours please contact jspolnik@outboulder.org for an appointment. Hope to see you soon!
M, T, F - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
W - 12 - 4 p.m.
Th or Weekends - by appointment
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Some of the events, views and opinions expressed in the eNewsletter are solely those of their authors and/or organizations, and do not necessarily reflect an endorsement by Out Boulder. We encourage you to contact the event sponsor for more information.
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