Be You. You're Beautiful. As Is.
-
Ginger Rogers
-
Robert Doisneau, 1950
-
-
-
Will @Cass_Hobbins be the Next Fashion Star???
Save the date! Next Saturday, June 16, is IDYGF’s OFFICIAL Launch Party! If you’re over 18 and are in Edmonton, join us!
No cover but we are graciously requesting donations at the door. Our goal is to raise $1,000 for the Pride Centre of Edmonton .
So get your cute butts down to Hooliganz Pub (10704 124 St).
xoxo
IDYGF
I posted earlier that I Dig Your Girl Friend was hours away from launching… It has finally happened folks!! The little queer site that could has launched! A lgbtq highlight in the conservative province of Alberta, Canada.
Don’t worry though! This site will be touching on topics and featuring…
What: Beers for Queers
When: Thursday, March 29 at 8pm
Where: The Empress Ale House
The Empress’ monthly queer event. No cover; arrive early to avoid the line up.
What: Womonspace Spring Fling Dance and Auction
When: Saturday, March 31, 2012
Where: Bellevue Hall
Silent auction donation gets you in for free! Contact wsactivities@hotmail.com or wsmarketing@hotmail for more information.
What: “The Status of Queer, 2012” Conference
When: Saturday April 28, 2012 from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Where: Four Points by Sheraton Edmonton South (7230 Argyll Road)
The focus of the conference is “Moving Forward.” Now that many of the legal battles for rights have (arguably) been won, our community has the daunting task of determining what we are fighting for.
Objectives:
- Educate all in attendance about where the queer community currently sits, and the hurdles we have overcome.
- Generate discussion on where we need to go.
- Empower attendees to ask the tough question “what are we fighting for?”
- Encourage networking of those in attendance.
- Showcase the amazing work of Canadian queer-serving organizations.
For more information, visit The Status of Queer 2012 or www.altview.ca/statusofqueer
What - F*** Equality: Erotic Short Stories for Rowdy Queers
Deadline: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Against Equality (www.againstequality.org) is putting together a new anthology of erotic fiction, so they need your help! They’re looking for submissions of original, unpublished stories between 1500 – 2000 words that incorporate their political agenda of challenging mainstream gay and lesbian politics (ie. marriage, military service, and hate crimes legislation) into the storyline.
They want to hear about your wildest fantasies of raucous anti-war organizing, lesbian wolf packs fighting to end anti-queer violence (Born in Flames tribute anyone?), trans prison librarians organizing erotic poetry writing groups, seducing marriage equality interns to the dark side, and lots more! These are just a few examples to get all your juices flowing. And remember: political erotica (when is erotica not political?) doesn’t have to be dull and didactic – let your imaginations run wild!
Submissions are due May 15th by email to againstequality<at>gmail<dot>com; they hope to complete the editing process early in the summer. Each contributor selected for publication will receive two copies of the book as compensation. Submissions should be formatted as either .doc, .docx, .pdf, or .txt files. Please include a short 50 – 100 word bio.
I CANNOT get enough of this song! Kick ass rock and roll, Ms. Colleen Brown!
And FUCK YEAH for Edmonton musicians <3 !!!!
In preparation for the Edmonton Pride Awards, the Edmonton Pride Festival Society (EPFS) is asking you to help us identify our community’s unsung heroes. The Pride Awards recognize individuals who contributed significantly to the LGBT community through their leadership, activism and fundraising efforts. Deadline : April 30
More info at: www.edmontonpride.ca
What: OUTreach Annual Drag Show Fundraiser!
When: Friday, March 23, 2012 from 7pm to 2am
Where: The Junction (10242-106 St)
This annual tradition has been been OUTreach’s main fundraiser for many years and each year keeps getting better!
Tickets are $7 and can be purchased at the door or in advance.
Doors open at 7pm, and the show will start at 8pm! (on real time… not drag time)
Q-word pride will once again have a table set up selling pride merchandise!
Coat check will be available for $2.
Awesome new OUTreach buttons will be floating around for sale!
All proceeds go towards OUTreach!
What: BYOQ (Bring your own Queer)
When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 from 9:00pm until 3:00am
Where: Hooliganz Pub (10704 - 124 Street,)
Starting March 24, Hooliganz is kicking off their first BYOQ every 3rd Saturday of each month. Live DJs and $4.00 drinks all night! Come get your drink and dance on!
What: Guys in Disguise 25th Anniversary Gala
When: Saturday, March 25th, 2012 Doors at 7pm, Show at 8pm
Where: Yellowhead Brewery (10229 - 105 Street)
This glamorous evening will feature some of Canada’s hottest Queens paying homage to the Guys, live music, a silent auction, food, disco dancing, plus fabulous door prizes
The Silver Anniversary Spectacular features Darrin Hagen’s brand new illustrated history of Edmonton’s most notorious cross-dressing comedians, plus the gorgeous talents of Guys in Disguise Classic: Justine Tyme, Twiggy, and Mr. Terri Stevens; music by beloved Edmonton singer/songwriters Terry Morrison and John Gorham, plus special guest appearances by Trevor Schmidt as Bette Davis and The Bud & Yolanda Experience.
A limited number of tickets remain. Available tickets at TixOnTheSquare.ca (780.420.1757) or GuysInDisguise.com.
What: Womonspace Spring Fling Dance and Auction
When: Saturday, March 31, 2012
Where: Bellevue Hall
Silent auction donation gets you in for free! Contact wsactivities@hotmail.com or wsmarketing@hotmail for more information.
What - F*** Equality: Erotic Short Stories for Rowdy Queers
Deadline: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Against Equality (www.againstequality.org) is putting together a new anthology of erotic fiction, so they need your help! They’re looking for submissions of original, unpublished stories between 1500 – 2000 words that incorporate their political agenda of challenging mainstream gay and lesbian politics (ie. marriage, military service, and hate crimes legislation) into the storyline.
They want to hear about your wildest fantasies of raucous anti-war organizing, lesbian wolf packs fighting to end anti-queer violence (Born in Flames tribute anyone?), trans prison librarians organizing erotic poetry writing groups, seducing marriage equality interns to the dark side, and lots more! These are just a few examples to get all your juices flowing. And remember: political erotica (when is erotica not political?) doesn’t have to be dull and didactic – let your imaginations run wild!
Submissions are due May 15th by email to againstequality<at>gmail<dot>com; they hope to complete the editing process early in the summer. Each contributor selected for publication will receive two copies of the book as compensation. Submissions should be formatted as either .doc, .docx, .pdf, or .txt files. Please include a short 50 – 100 word bio.
IDigYourGilfriend.com is looking for locally owned businesses to advertise for one month, no charge. Know any who may be interested? You must be:
- Locally owned
- Queer-friendly
- What ways do you give back to your community - this is open to any charitable organization, not just queer-oriented
What IDYGF will do:
- Promote your business for one month - via all avenues inc. FB, Twitter, Tumblr, et al
- blog post to introduce you
- work with you to track the traffic you receive from us via Google Analytics and other savvy tracking methods.
We love our City and locally owned businesses. Please share ♥
xoxo
What - Being Out in the Workplace (An LGBTQ Career Forum)
When: Thursday, March 15, 2012 from 5pm to 7pm
Where: Engineering Teaching and Learning Complex (ETLC) 1-007, University of Alberta
Event Purpose is to inform students about the challenges and rewards of being out in the workplace and offer them advice in regards to work search, employability strategies and career development.
Panelists:
-Sign Language Interpreter
-Former City Councillor, City of Edmonton
-Community Liaison Constable and Superintendent, Edmonton Police Service
-Web/Software Developer, Outlines Communications
-Employment Equity Advisor and Safe Disclosure & Human Rights Advisor, Human Resource Services, University of Alberta
Juice, pop and pizza will be served during a networking session following the event, courtesy of the Human Resource Services - Employment Equity Program at the University of Alberta.
Students are encouraged to register for the event onf the CAPS website: http://tinyurl.com/6sxspfs
What - Day of Silence/ Breaking of the Silence
When - Friday, March 16, 2012 from 3pm to 6pm
Where - Students’ Union Building, U of A campus
Siderite in conjunction with the RHA is organizing the annual Day of Silence on Campus!
The Day of Silence Commemorates the Silence that many LGBT find in their daily life as they are forced to hide who they are and hide who they love. All week from March 12th through to the 16th they will be tabling around campus and handing out green bandanas and lanyards with speaking cards (if you choose to participate).
Show your Support on March 16th by either taking a vow of Silence or by wearing green (as they know that classes can sometimes get in the way of being silent). The day concludes in the breaking of the silence at 3:00 in Sub and will include guest speakers and food. So stop on by and show your support for LGBT persons on campus.
What - Jeffery Straker Live in Edmonton
When - Friday, March 16 6:45pm
Where - McDougall United Church (10025 - 101 Street)
Awareness and fundraiser concert for Living Positive Through Positive Living Society
Originally from small town Saskatchewan, the classically trained pianist was raised by a church organist mother and auctioneer father. He swears he was born under the piano on the family farm. All this might explain his ability to share songs with audiences. Jeffery has been invited to showcase at Canadian Music Week, NXNE, the Western Canadian Music Awards (Multiple times), as well as JunoFest. His songwriting has seen him become a national top 10 finalist in the Canadian Radiostar Songwriting Competition and a top 20 finalist in the global 2009 Unisong Competition. In September 2010 he was honored to be short-listed for the Sask. Lieutenant Governor’s Arts Award. Not at all sure if he would actually win it, he was delighted to attend the gala as he was sure the cake would be amazing. It was.
Tickets ($15) available in advance at Tix on the Square at 9930 102 Ave
phone # 780-420-1757 <tel:780-420-1757> , email : tix@tixonthesquare.ca
For info or tix also call office @ at 9912 106 street, 780-423-3737 <tel:780-423-3737> , email:carl@optionssexualhealth.ca
What: St. Patrick’s Day Sham-ROCK for the Edmonton Pride Centre
When: Saturday, March 17 from 8pm to 2am
Where: The Junction (10242-106 St)
Come out for a night of fun in support of the Edmonton Pride Centre!
As the result of an arson that occurred last summer, the Edmonton Pride Centre has been forced to move locations. To help support the Centre financially, OUTlaw Alberta is holding a fundraiser with all proceeds going to the Pride Centre of Edmonton.
There will be awesome music from local musicians and a local DJ! There will be green beer! There will be a raffle for awesome prizes, and there will definitely be good times!
Performances by:
• Must Be Tuesday
• The University Improv Group
• Ghost Cousin
• DJ Rousseau
Tickets: $10 in Advance or $12 at the door
Available at InfoLink booths on the U of A Campus or by emailing breanne.hart@hotmail.com or outlaw@ualberta.ca
What: OUTreach Annual Drag Show Fundraiser!
When: Friday, March 23, 2012 from 7pm to 2am
Where: The Junction (10242-106 St)
This annual tradition has been been OUTreach’s main fundraiser for many years and each year keeps getting better!
Tickets are $7 and can be purchased at the door or in advance.
Doors open at 7pm, and the show will start at 8pm! (on real time… not drag time)
Q-word pride will once again have a table set up selling pride merchandise!
Coat check will be available for $2.
Awesome new OUTreach buttons will be floating around for sale!
All proceeds go towards OUTreach!
What: BYOQ (Bring your own Queer)
When: Saturday, March 24, 2012 from 9:00pm until 3:00am
Where: Hooliganz Pub (10704 - 124 Street,)
Starting March 24, Hooliganz is kicking off their first BYOQ every 3rd Saturday of each month. Live DJs and $4.00 drinks all night! Come get your drink and dance on!
What - F*** Equality: Erotic Short Stories for Rowdy Queers
Deadline: Tuesday, May 15, 2012
Against Equality (www.againstequality.org) is putting together a new anthology of erotic fiction, so they need your help! They’re looking for submissions of original, unpublished stories between 1500 – 2000 words that incorporate their political agenda of challenging mainstream gay and lesbian politics (ie. marriage, military service, and hate crimes legislation) into the storyline.
They want to hear about your wildest fantasies of raucous anti-war organizing, lesbian wolf packs fighting to end anti-queer violence (Born in Flames tribute anyone?), trans prison librarians organizing erotic poetry writing groups, seducing marriage equality interns to the dark side, and lots more! These are just a few examples to get all your juices flowing. And remember: political erotica (when is erotica not political?) doesn’t have to be dull and didactic – let your imaginations run wild!
Submissions are due May 15th by email to againstequality<at>gmail<dot>com; they hope to complete the editing process early in the summer. Each contributor selected for publication will receive two copies of the book as compensation. Submissions should be formatted as either .doc, .docx, .pdf, or .txt files. Please include a short 50 – 100 word bio.