The Rainbow Connection of the Sebastopol Senior Center
We have been having fun!
These are some photos take by Kate Roach from our LGBT+ Castro trip:
May 2022 LGBT+ Announcements
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LGBT+ Hike & Visit in Ragle Park
Thursday May 19th, 10 am to 11:30
When: May 19th, 10 am to 11:30
Where: Ragle Park, 500 Ragle Rd, Sebastopol ($7 to park)
Meet at the picnic tables to the left of the Gazebo
Then we will hike around from there
Why: Get Exercise and meet new LGBT+ Friends and Neighbors
HIKE AROUND! 10 am to 11:30
Cost: Free - Registration Required
(MUST BE VACCINATED)
Go HERE to register for this Event, or
Call our front desk at 707-829-2440
If you prefer to ride the free bus #24:
Bus (Free) leaves Senior Center 9:30 am
Arrives Ragle Park 9:43 am
Bus leaves Ragel park at 11:37 pm
Bus Arrives Back at Senior Center 12:16 pm
My friend Tina wants you to know about this class:
"LGBTQI History: A Sonoma County Timeline 1947-2000.
Wednesdays 1:30-3pm. Online via Zoom. On Wed, May18,
Adam Richmond and Caren Callahan will be talking about
historical efforts to combat anti-LGBT violence in Sonoma
County. Please contact me (Tina Dugan) to enroll and receive a Zoom invite: cdungan@santarosa.edu"
(stock photo)
Our First-Monday-of-the-Month LGBT+ Mixer continues to be a Huge Success!
We all sat in a big circle and took turns introducing our selves. It was like sitting together with family, especially when someone shared about their same-sex partner, we all nodded understandingly. Then the 2nd time around the circle, we all shared "A Highlight From My Life."
I was blown away by what was shared! There is such richness that we all bring. I was on the edge of my chair hearing the stories shared of our LGBT+ lives. We are such an interesting group! Some folks traded phone numbers after class. It was so fun and successful that we decided to have it on the first Monday of each month (if it's a holiday, we go to the next Monday).
Put the next ones on your calendar!
June 6th 1:30 to 3:30, see below.
July 11th
Aug 1st
Sept 12th
Come to Our LGBT+ Friendship Mixer Circle
These Mondays:
June 6th, July 11th, Aug 1st, Sept 12th
1:30 to 3:30 pm
Come meet your LGBT+ Friends and Neighbors
We provide coffee, water, tea and fresh popped popcorn!
What: LGBT+ Friendship Mixer Circle
When: Monday June 6th, 1:30 – 3:30 pm
Where: Sebastopol Senior Center in person
Why: Meet new LGBT+ Friends
Cost: Free to members, $5 non-members
Go HERE to register:
Or call our front desk: 707-829-2440
We will be in the back room with the double doors open to the outside. This event is for everyone wanting to make a new friend.
We sit in a circle and take turns introducing ourselves. Then the 2nd time around the circle, we answer a prompt question, like "Share a Highlight From Your Life."
This is a great way to connect and learn more about like-minded souls.
Must be vaccinated.
Men’s Connection Group for Gay, Bi and Trans Men
Every Thursday 4 PM on Zoom, Free
Brothers! We can enjoy each other online. You are welcome to connect with us in this safe and supportive Zoom Group to explore issue of aging, friendship, sexuality, and more! We also have fun teasing each other and cracking jokes too. All Men who love men are welcome: gay, bi, trans. We all agree to confidentiality. What is shared in this group, stays in this group. Many friendships have been formed since we stated meeting in June of 2020. And we are ready to welcome new members.
What: Gay Bi & Trans Men's Connection Zoom group
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm (1 hour)
When: Thursdays at 4 to 5 PM
Where: Your Home, On Zoom
Why: Be connected and make Friends with Gay Bi & Trans Men
Cost: Free
Go HERE to register and to receive the Zoom link, email SCOTTY with any questions.
Santa Rosa Pride Parade is Coming: Saturday June 4th
-March in the Parade with US
-Ride On the Float
-Wave a Rainbow Flag
-Help Us Decorate Our Float Beforehand
-Help Us Staff Our Senior Center Booth in Courthouse Square
-Join the After Party
-Come Dancing
Would you like to help build the float? Email me (SCOTTY) with questions, and Register HERE and we will let you know when we know more.
Everyone is welcome to the Pride Parade. Let us know if you will be coming so we can let you know our position as to where to meet and things like that. We will have a booth at the festival after the parade in in Courthouse Square. Plan on staying after the parade to help celebrate.
Go HERE to register, or call our front desk: 707-829-2440
SATURDAY, JUNE 4, 2022 AT 11 AM – 5 PM
Sonoma County's 35th Annual Pride Parade & Festival
37 Old Courthouse Square
SAVE THE DATE! Sonoma County Pride is excited to announce returning to Downtown Santa Rosa for the 35th annual Sonoma County Pride Parade and Festival. !
More details about the Parade Festival and other weekend events will be coming soon!
GUYS who want to attend Sonoma County potlucks, sign up for these two groups:
Golden Guys
An informal gathering of gay men for an afternoon potluck on the second Sunday of each month. To receive the emails of the time and location of these monthly events, contact David ~ david.laudon@sbcglobal.net.
The Billys (707) 545-1044
A community of open-hearted gay, bi, queer and trans men throughout the North Bay who gather for monthly potlucks in Sonoma County and join together in Gatherings six times a year in rural venues throughout Northern California. Go here to sign up for their emails: https://www.thebillys.org/mailing/
GUYS who want to watch gay themed movies together online and discuss them
Get on this email list, watching films together with the CMG, (California Men's Gathering), go here to sign up: https://thecmg.info/
WOMEN!
What potluck / movie groups can I share for you? Please reach out and let me know!
Please email SCOTTY
OWLS Older Wiser Lesbians
The OWLs list is a high-volume discussion and support list with over 300 members. Respect for others is key. If you are a lesbian over forty and looking for amusement, friendship, connections and inspiration, OWLs is the place. OWLs means Older Wiser Lesbians. Sometimes it means Older Wilder Lesbians.
Go Here:
http://www.sappho.net/lesbian-lists/owls.html
And that is all for this time. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions or suggestions. You can call or email me.
Sincerely,
Scotty King
Manager of Special Services
Volunteer Driver Program ∙ LGBT+ Liaison
707-827-8429 direct
707-829-2440 main
Sebastopol Senior Center
167 N. High Street
Sebastopol CA 95472
scotty@sebastopolseniorcenter.org
"Remember when Giving a Ride was the Neighborly Thing to Do? It Still Is!"
Please email SCOTTY with your questions or comments or suggestions! We love your input and involvement!
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