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The Intern Experience at Out Boulder, by Caitie Miller
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I am one of Out Boulder's newer interns and I wanted to take the time to introduce myself and the projects I have been working on with the Out Boulder community. I am currently a student at CU Boulder studying Sociology and pursuing a certificate in the INVST Community Leadership Program.
I began my internship at Out Boulder in October, collaborating with Mauricio to recreate the Speaking Out program. As many of you might know, Spe aking Out is an all-volunteer LGBT and Allied speakers bureau conducting approximately 60 speaking engagements every year in Boulder's middle school, high school and college classrooms. I have been busy researching other speaker's bureau programs around the country, learning what we can do to ensure that our program has the most meaningful impact on our audiences. We have also redesigned our strategic plan and promotional materials, working with the generous help of Jen Crum who works at a local ad agency. I was also extremely excited to be able to attend an allyship training at Manhattan Middle School, where we met with the school's progressive club, 'Allies' to discuss all the different ways oppressions can intersect and how to become more effective advocates for each other. It was a huge success!
This semester, I will be working on creating collaborations with other organizations in the Boulder community, and refining the Speaking Out program even further. Join us at the next Speaking Out Training on Feb. 4, 10 am - 3pm. RVSP for the training at mshoup@outboulder.org.
(Don't worry if you want to be part of Speaking Out and can't make this training more training dates are on the way,)
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COMMUNITY SPOTLIGHT: Red - Feb. 12
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Red. An event to benefit Out Boulder for the sybarites* that like to get down.
Traditions often evolve to meet the needs of a community and Red is one of these evolutions, sleek, smart, and sophisticated Red is here to help you celebrate love and passion. Bringing together all of the elements for magic to occur in the coziest room in town, The Bitter Bar, Red promises to be a wickedly good time for all. The music of DJ's Nick James and Brookstar will set the tempo for the night, you'll enjoy luxe treats and craft cocktails and mocktails from the masters behind the bar and in the peak of things you'll be able to bid on some of Boulder's most eligible activity partners. They will take you on photo-discovery tours of Boulder, work you out, help you with your finances, and even give you and up to three of your friends a private session with your very own Sexologist. Peak your interest yet? Then you better get your tickets now, this exclusive event will sell out.
Advanced ticket sales are $15.00, $20.00 at the door however, you may not want to take that chance click here to purchase your ticket now. There will be a select number of discounted student tickets for $10.00, follow the same link and use the code STUDENT for your discount. Please bring your current school ID to the door.
*sybarite: A person who is self-indulgent in their fondness for sensuous luxury.
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Pridefest 2012 Planning Committee Meeting
- Feb. 1
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Do you want to help plan Boulder Pridefest 2012 and make it even better? Come give your input on Wednesday, February 1, 5:30-6:30 p.m. at Absinthe House, VIP Room, 1109 Walnut St.
Volunteer for a sub-committee including Marketing, Entertainment, Logistics, Vendors, Beer Garden, and Community Partnerships.
All are welcome. Questions? Contact Aicila, 303.499.5777.
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Keeping Families Together:
Bilingual Support Group
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When a family member comes out as being gay, the whole family is affected. The process of acceptance is a journey; parents and friends who have been through this can help others on their way.
KEEPING FAMILIES TOGETHER: Parents helping parents, bilingual support group in Longmont.
Cuando un miembro de la familia nos informa que parte de su identidad es ser gay, la familia entera es afectada. El proceso de aceptar puede ser un poco dificil, y aveces toma tiempo.
Otros padres de familia, hermanos y hermanas, tanto como amigos de personas gay pueden proveer guianza y apoyo. No vayas por este jornada solo. MANTENIENDO UNIDA A LA FAMILA: Padres ayudando a Padres, grupo de apoyo bilingue en Longmont.
First United Methodist Church, 350 11th Avenue
Feb. 6, & 13, 7 - 8:30 p.m., Room 104
For more information, contact Sandi Zeigler.
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Knitting Man: A Gay Man's Knitting Group -
Feb. 11, 1-3pm
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Knitting Man is Boulder's new gay men's knitting group. All knitting levels are welcome. A teacher will be on hand with yarn and needles to help you get started. Just bring $5 to cover the cost of supplies. If you're an experienced knitter bring your project and join us for an afternoon of good company and the magic of knitting!
More info.
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That's not all! Check out these other upcoming events in our community:
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 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!
Tue, Thu, Fri - 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Wed - 12 - 4 p.m.
Sat, Sun, and Mon - 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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