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Form
D Employer identification number
731300864
Initial return
Doing business as
Final
return/terminated
E Telephone number
Amended return
Application pending
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address) Room/suite
P O BOX 2687
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
TULSA, OK 74101
G Gross receipts $ 882,512
F Name and address of principal officer:
TOBY Q JENKINS
Taxexempt status:
Website:
Open to Public
Inspection
, and ending 09302020
C Name of organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
Name change
J
2019
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
For the 2019 calendar year, or tax year beginning 10012019
B Check if applicable:
Address change
I
0047
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private
foundations) Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
Department of the
Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
A
OMB No. 1545
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
990
501(c)(3)
501(c) (
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H(a) Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b) Are all subordinates
included?
(insert no.)
4947(a)(1) or
Corporation
No
No
If "No," attach a list. (see instructions)
527
H(c) Group exemption number
WWW.OKEQ.ORG
K Form of organization:
Yes
Yes
Trust
Association
L Year of formation: 1980
Other
M State of legal domicile:
OK
Summary
Part I
1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities:
OKEQ SEEKS EQUAL RIGHTS FOR LGBTQ+ INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGH INTERSECTIONAL ADVOCACY,
EDUCATION, PROGRAMS, ALLIANCES AND THE OPERATION OF THE DENNIS R NEILL EQUALITY CENTER.
if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets.
2 Check this box
3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) .
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4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b)
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b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990T, line 39
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Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)
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Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 ) .
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Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) .
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Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10)
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25)
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936,077
842,043
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Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e) .
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692,467
548,663
924,997
857,819
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35,097
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Beginning of Current
Year
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Total assets (Part X, line 16) .
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Total liabilities (Part X, line 26) .
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Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 .
Part II
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22,615
124,668
1,734,214
1,739,449
Signature Block
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of
my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which
preparer has any knowledge.
20210813
Date
Signature of officer
Sign
Here
PAUL ALLEN TREASURER
Type or print name and title
Print/Type preparer's name
Paid
Preparer
Use Only
Preparer's signature
Firm's name
Kelly Kirby CPA PC
Firm's address
4815 S Harvard Ave Ste 525
Date
PTIN
if
20210814 Check
P00319981
selfemployed
Firm's EIN
731440529
Phone no. (918) 7475466
TULSA, OK 741353069
May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructions)
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions.
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Form 990 (2019)
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III .
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Briefly describe the organization’s mission:
OKEQ SEEKS EQUAL RIGHTS FOR LGBTQ+ INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGH INTERSECTIONAL ADVOCACY, EDUCATION,
PROGRAMS, ALLIANCES AND THE OPERATION OF THE DENNIS R NEILL EQUALITY CENTER.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990EZ?
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If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
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services?
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If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
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Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by
expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others,
the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
(Code:
) (Expenses $
695,233
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
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MINORITY COMMUNITY CENTER OPERATION, CULTURAL AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND EVENT FACILITATION INCLUDING:COUNSELING AND WELLNESS
PROGRAMS. PROVIDING FREE LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES. MORE THAN 30 PEER LED SUPPORT GROUPS FOR INDIVIDUALS
DEALING WITH POST TRAUMATIC STRESS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION IDENTITY ACCEPTANCE, DEPRESSION, EATING DISORDERS, GRIEF RECOVERY, TRANSGENDER
ISSUES, DIVORCE AND RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES, SUBSTANCE ABUSE, AND HEALTH CHALLENGES.TRANSGENDER SERVICES AND PROGRAMS. PROVIDING MEDICAL
REFERRALS AND LIMITED MEDICAL SERVICES, MENTAL HEALTH REFERRALS, LEGAL SERVICES AND 5 DIFFERENT PEER LED SUPPORT GROUPS FOR INDIVIDUALS
AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO IDENTIFY AS TRANSGENDER. LGBT OLDER ADULT PROGRAM. PROVIDING MEDICAL REFERRALS, MENTAL HEALTH REFERRALS, LEGAL
SERVICES, WEEKLY CHECK INS, ADVOCATING FOR THOSE LIVING IN ASSISTED LIVING CENTERS, AND SOCIAL PROGRAMMING FOR LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL AND
TRANSGENDER SENIOR ADULTS.
4b
(Code:
) (Expenses $
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
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4c
(Code:
) (Expenses $
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
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4d
Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $
4e
Total program service expenses
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
)
695,233
Form 990 (2019)
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Form 990 (2019)
Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule A
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Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors (see instructions)?
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Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to
candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I .
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election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II
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Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues,
assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Revenue Procedure 9819? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part III
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Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the
right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D,Part I .
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Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part II .
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complete Schedule D, Part III .
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Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a
custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt
negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IV .
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permanent endowments, or quasi endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part V
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VIII, IX, or X as applicable.
Yes
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a Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes," complete
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its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VII .
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its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIII .
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reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IX .
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Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that
addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)?
11f
"Yes,"
complete Schedule
Part X independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete
12a If
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the organization
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If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional
13
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14a Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?
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business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign
investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV
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IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for
any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV .
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assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV .
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Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on
Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I(see instructions) . . . .
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Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on
Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II . . . . . . . . . . . .
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domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
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Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III . . . . . . . .
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Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5 about compensation of the organization’s
current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule J .
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as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d
and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a .
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transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I .
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former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled
entity or family member of any of these persons?
If
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complete Schedule
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or to a 35% controlled entity (including an employee thereof) or family member of any of these persons?
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year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990EZ? I f
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Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see Schedule L, Part IV
instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a A current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, or substantial contributor? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule L, Part IV .
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Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified
conservation contributions?
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complete Schedule
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the complete
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b If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled
entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 .
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt noncharitable related
organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 .
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Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization
and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VI
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Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations in Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19?
Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. .
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Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
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1a Enter the number reported in Box 3 of Form 1096. Enter 0 if not applicable
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Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable
gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? .
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Form 990 (2019)
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance (continued)
2a Enter the number of employees reported on Form W3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered
by this return .
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2b
b If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to efile (see instructions)
3a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year? .
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b If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O .
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Yes
3a
No
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3b
4a At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority
over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial
account)?
. the
. name of the foreign country:
b If
"Yes," enter
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts
5a (FBAR).
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? .
.
4a
No
5a
No
b Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
No
c
5c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886T?
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6a Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the
organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? .
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6a
b If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts
were not tax deductible? .
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7
No
6b
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and
services provided to the payor? .
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7a
Yes
b If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?
7b
Yes
c
d If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year
e
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Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to
file Form 8282? .
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Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?
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g If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as
required? .
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h If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a
Form 1098C? .
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Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the
sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year?
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. organizations
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Sponsoring
donor advised funds.
a Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?
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b Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person? .
10
7e
No
7f
No
7g
No
7h
8
9a
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9b
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12
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10a
b Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club
facilities
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a Gross income from members or shareholders
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10b
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11a
b Gross income from other sources (Do not net amounts due or paid to other sources
against amounts due or received from them.) .
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11b
12a Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
b If "Yes," enter the amount of taxexempt interest received or accrued during the
year.
13
No
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
f
8
7c
7d
12a
12b
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
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Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
b Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states
in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans .
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13b
c
13c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand
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14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? .
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14a
b If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments?If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O .
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14b
15
16
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13a
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Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or
excess parachute payment(s) during the year?
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If "Yes,"
Is
the organization
see instructions
an educational
and file Form
institution
4720, subject
Schedule
to N.
the section 4968 excise tax on net investment income?
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.
If "Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule O.
No
15
No
16
No
Form 990 (2019)
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Form 990 (2019)
Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines
8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI .
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Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
1a Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax
year
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing
1a
12
1b
12
No
body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee
or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are
independent
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any
other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .
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3
Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct
supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person?
4
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5
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was
filed?
Did
the. organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders?
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No
3
No
4
No
5
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7a Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or
more members of the governing body? .
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b Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders,
or persons other than the governing body? .
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8
2
No
6
Yes
7a
Yes
7b
No
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the
year by the following:
a The governing body?
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b Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body?
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Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the
organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .
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.
8a
Yes
8b
Yes
9
9
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
10a Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates?
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10a
b If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters,
affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
11a Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing
11a
the form? .
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b Describe in Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990.
12a Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13 .
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Yes
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b Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give
rise to conflicts? .
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12a
Yes
12b
Yes
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe
in Schedule O how this was done .
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12c
Yes
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy?
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13
Yes
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy?
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14
Yes
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by
independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
15a
Yes
c
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.
a The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official
b Other officers or key employees of the organization
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No
No
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15b
No
16a Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a
taxable entity during the year? .
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16a
No
b If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its
participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the
organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? .
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16b
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process in Schedule O (see instructions).
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (or 1024A if applicable), 990, and 990T
(501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of
interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
PAUL ALLEN P O BOX 2687
T U L S A, O K 7 4 1 0 1 ( 9 1 8 ) 7 4 3 4 2 9 7
OK
Own website
Another's website
Upon request
Other (explain in Schedule O)
Form 990 (2019)
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Form 990 (2019)
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated
Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII .
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Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s
tax year.
List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter 0 in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.
List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See instructions for definition of "key employee."
List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (Box 5 of Form W2 and/or Box 7 of Form 1099MISC) of more than $100,000 from the
organization and any related organizations.
List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.
List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.
See instructions for the order in which to list the persons above.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and title
(B)
Average
hours per
week (list
any hours for
related
organizations
below dotted
line)
(1) PAUL ALLEN
......................................................................
TREASURER
15.00
.................
(2) KIRK HOLT
......................................................................
TRUSTEE
5.00
.................
(3) DAN BURNSTEIN
......................................................................
TRUSTEE
5.00
.................
(4) AL TRIGGS
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
(5) SHAWNA BAKER
......................................................................
TRUSTEE
5.00
.................
(6) KRIS WILMES
......................................................................
TRUSTEE
5.00
.................
(7) CHRISTOPHER BRECHTSMITH
......................................................................
PRESIDENT
15.00
.................
(8) DARCY HAZELWOOD
......................................................................
AT LARGE
10.00
.................
(9) ROBIN VANMETER
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
(10) LAURA ARROWSMITH
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
(11) WILL VAUGHN
......................................................................
SECRETARY
10.00
.................
(12) ALLISON IKLEYFREEMAN
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
(13) STACY TURNER
......................................................................
VICE PRESIDENT
10.00
.................
(14) ANGELYN DALE
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
(15) BOB HANSON
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
(16) COREY THOMPSON
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
(17) TOBY Q JENKINS
......................................................................
CEOEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
69.00
.................
(C)
Position (do not check
more than one box,
unless person is both an
officer and a
director/trustee)
X
X
(D)
Reportable
compensation
from the
organization
(W2/1099
MISC)
(E)
Reportable
compensation
from related
organizations
(W2/1099
MISC)
(F)
Estimated
amount of other
compensation
from the
organization
and related
organizations
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
X
X
0
0
0
X
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
X
0
0
0
63,500
0
13,606
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
X
X
0.00
X
0.00
X
X
0.00
0.00
0.00
0.00
X
0.00
Form 990 (2019)
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Form 990 (2019)
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
Part VII
(A)
Name and title
1b SubTotal .
.
.
.
(B)
Average
hours per
week (list
any hours for
related
organizations
below dotted
line)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
(C)
Position (do not check
more than one box, unless
person is both an officer
and a director/trustee)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
d Total (add lines 1b and 1c) .
.
.
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.
.
.
.
.
.
(E)
Reportable
compensation
from related
organizations
(W2/1099
MISC)
(F)
Estimated
amount of other
compensation
from the
organization and
related
organizations
.
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A .
.
(D)
Reportable
compensation
from the
organization (W
2/1099MISC)
63,500
0
13,606
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than
$100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization
0
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee
on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual .
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the
organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual
4
No
5
No
Yes
.
5
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.
Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for
services rendered to the organization?If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person .
. . . . . . .
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of
compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address
(B)
Description of services
(C)
Compensation
2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than
$100,000 of compensation from the organization
Form 990 (2019)
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Form 990 (2019)
Statement of Revenue
Part VIII
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII .
(A)
Total revenue
1a Federated campaigns .
b Membership dues .
.
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.
.
.
.
.
(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue
.
.
.
.
.
(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512 514
1a
.
c Fundraising events .
.
(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue
1b
.
230,400
1c
d Related organizations
1d
e Government grants (contributions)
1e
f All other contributions, gifts, grants,
and similar amounts not included
above
g Noncash contributions included in
lines 1a 1f:$
h Total. Add lines 1a1f .
611,643
1f
1g
.
.
.
.
.
.
842,043
Business Code
2a
b
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue.
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f.
.
.
.
.
3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and
other
.
.
. taxexempt
.
.
.
4 similar
Incomeamounts)
from investment
of
bond proceeds
5 Royalties .
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.
.
(i) Real
6a Gross rents
6a
Less: rental
expenses
6b
b
c
Rental
6c
income or
d (loss)
Net rental income or (loss) .
from sales of
assets other
than inventory
11,249
3,693
3,693
.
(ii) Personal
.
.
.
.
(i) Securities
7a Gross amount
11,249
.
.
(ii) Other
7a
b
Less: cost or
other basis and
sales expenses
7b
c
Gain or (loss)
7c
d Net gain or (loss) .
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.
.
.
.
.
.
.
8a Gross income from fundraising events
(not including $
230,400 of
contributions reported on line 1c).
See Part IV, line 18 .
.
.
.
16,367
8a
12,674
b Less: direct expenses
8b
. income
.
. or (loss) from fundraising events .
c Net
.
9a Gross income from gaming
activities.
9a
See Part IV, line 19 .
.
.
b Less: direct expenses
9b
. income
.
. or (loss) from gaming activities .
c Net
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
.
.
12,853
10a
6,784
b Less: cost of goods sold
10b
.
.
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory .
Miscellaneous Revenue
.
6,069
6,069
863,054
6,069
Business Code
11a
b
c
d All other revenue
.
.
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d
.
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.
.
12 Total revenue. See instructions .
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.
0
14,942
Form 990 (2019)
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Form 990 (2019)
Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX .
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.
(A)
Total expenses
.
.
.
(B)
Program service
expenses
.
.
.
.
.
.
(C)
Management and
general expenses
.
.
.
.
(D)
Fundraising
expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations
and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21
.
.
.
.
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See
Part IV, line 22 . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations,
foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV,
lines 15 and 16.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
4 Benefits paid to or for members
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
63,500
47,625
12,700
3,175
191,410
143,558
38,282
9,570
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section
401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions)
.
.
.
.
7,000
5,250
1,400
350
9 Other employee benefits
26,423
19,817
5,285
1,321
20,823
15,617
4,165
1,041
19,000
14,419
3,620
961
28,299
28,299
.
46,787
35,090
9,358
2,339
.
3,064
2,451
613
71,961
53,971
14,392
3,598
47,937
47,937
4,509
4,509
101,235
75,926
20,247
5,062
24,448
18,336
4,890
1,222
152,776
152,776
b ADVOCACY
2,603
2,603
c IN KIND EXPENSE
16,709
5,288
5,421
6,000
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and
key employees .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons
(as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons
described in section 4958(c)(3)(B)
.
.
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.
7 Other salaries and wages .
10 Payroll taxes
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11 Fees for services (nonemployees):
a Management
.
.
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.
b Legal
.
.
.
.
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.
c Accounting
d Lobbying
.
.
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.
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.
.
.
225
.
.
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.
225
.
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17
f Investment management fees
.
.
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.
.
.
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25,
column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule
O)
12 Advertising and promotion
13 Office expenses
.
.
.
14 Information technology
15 Royalties
.
.
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16 Occupancy
17 Travel
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18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any
federal, state, or local public officials .
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings
20 Interest
.
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.
21 Payments to affiliates
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22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization
23 Insurance
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.
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above
(List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e
amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list
line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
a CENTER PROGRAMS
d
e All other expenses
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e
29,110
21,761
5,899
1,450
857,819
695,233
126,497
36,089
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization
reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined
educational campaign and fundraising solicitation.
Check here
if following SOP 982 (ASC 958720).
Form 990 (2019)
�Page 11
Form 990 (2019)
Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX .
.
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.
(A)
Beginning of year
1
2
Cash–noninterestbearing
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2,000
.
3
Savings and temporary cash investments
.
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.
Pledges and grants receivable, net .
.
4
Accounts receivable, net
5
7
Loans and other payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee,
key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35%
controlled entity or family member of any of these persons
Loans
.
. and
. other
.
.receivables
.
.
from other disqualified persons (as defined
under section 4958(f)(1)), and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B)
. . .
Notes and loans receivable, net .
.
.
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8
Inventories for sale or use
9
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges
6
10a
b
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2,213,344
Less: accumulated depreciation
10b
709,943
12
Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11
13
Investments—programrelated. See Part IV, line 11
14
Intangible assets
15
2,000
2
10,500
3
7,000
4
5
6
7
8
1,561,596
.
10c
.
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.
.
16
Other assets. See Part IV, line 11
.
.assets.
.
. Add
. lines
.
.1 through
.
.
. (must
.
Total
15
equal line 34)
.
.
.
17
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
18
Grants payable
19
Deferred revenue
20
Taxexempt bond liabilities
21
Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D
21
22
22
23
Loans and other payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee,
key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35%
controlled entity or family member of any of these persons
.
.
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.
.
Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties
.
.
24
Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties
24
25
Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third
parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17 24).
Complete Part X of Schedule D
26
Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25
.
.
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.
50,752
.
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28
61,989
14
1,756,829
16
1,864,117
22,615
17
568
18
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19
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20
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.
124,100
25
22,615
26
124,668
1,701,660
27
1,706,895
32,554
28
32,554
and complete
lines 27, 28, 32, and 33.
Net assets without donor restrictions
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.
Net assets with donor restrictions
.
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.
Organizations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here
and
complete lines 29 through 33.
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds
30
Paidin or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund
31
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds
32
Total net assets or fund balances
.
.
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.
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances
.
.
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.
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.
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.
.
23
.
29
33
12
15
.
Organizations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here
27
1,503,401
13
.
.
.
13,016
11
.
.
.
9
10a
Investments—publicly traded securities
.
(B)
End of year
276,711
.
Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or
other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D
11
.
1
7,528
.
.
124,453
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
29
.
.
30
31
1,734,214
32
1,756,829
33
1,739,449
1,864,117
Form 990 (2019)
�Page 12
Form 990 (2019)
Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI .
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.
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)
.
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.
1
863,054
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)
.
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.
.
2
857,819
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 33, column (A))
.
.
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments
.
.
6
Donated services and use of facilities
7
Investment expenses
8
Prior period adjustments
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O)
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6
7
.
8
.
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 33, column
Part(B))
XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
.
.
.
1,734,214
.
10
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .
5,235
4
5
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.
3
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9
0
10
1,739,449
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.
.
Yes
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:
Cash
Accrual
.
No
Other
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain in
Schedule O.
2a Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
No
2b
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on
a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
Separate basis
Consolidated basis
Both consolidated and separate basis
b Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate
basis, consolidated basis, or both:
Separate basis
c
Consolidated basis
Both consolidated and separate basis
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight
of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in
Schedule O.
3a As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the
Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A133?
3a
b If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the
required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
No
Form 990 (2019)
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Additional Data
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Special Condition Description
�SCHEDULE A
(Form 990 or
990EZ)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Name of the organization
Public Charity Status and Public Support
OMB No. 15450047
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
2019
Open to Public
Inspection
Employer identification number
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
731300864
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 12, check only one box.)
1
A church, convention of churches, or association of churches described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(i).
2
A school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii). (Attach Schedule E (Form 990 or 990EZ).)
3
A hospital or a cooperative hospital service organization described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii).
4
A medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii). Enter the
hospital's name, city, and state:
5
An organization operated for the benefit of a college or university owned or operated by a governmental unit described in section
170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
A federal, state, or local government or governmental unit described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(v).
7
An organization that normally receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or from the general public
described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)
8
A community trust described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)
9
An agricultural research organization described in 170(b)(1)(A)(ix) operated in conjunction with a landgrant college or
university or a nonland grant college of agriculture. See instructions. Enter the name, city, and state of the college or university:
10
An organization that normally receives: (1) more than 331/3% of its support from contributions, membership fees, and gross
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of its support
from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses acquired by the
organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
11
An organization organized and operated exclusively to test for public safety. See section 509(a)(4).
12
An organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of
one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2). See section 509(a)(3). C h e c k
the box in lines 12a through 12d that describes the type of supporting organization and complete lines 12e, 12f, and 12g.
a
Type I. A supporting organization operated, supervised, or controlled by its supported organization(s), typically by giving the
supported organization(s) the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the directors or trustees of the supporting
organization. You must complete Part IV, Sections A and B.
b
Type II. A supporting organization supervised or controlled in connection with its supported organization(s), by having control or
management of the supporting organization vested in the same persons that control or manage the supported organization(s). You
must complete Part IV, Sections A and C.
c
Type III functionally integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with, and functionally integrated with, its
supported organization(s) (see instructions). You must complete Part IV, Sections A, D, and E.
d
Type III nonfunctionally integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with its supported organization(s) that is
not functionally integrated. The organization generally must satisfy a distribution requirement and an attentiveness requirement
(see instructions). You must complete Part IV, Sections A and D, and Part V.
e
Check this box if the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, Type III functionally
integrated, or Type III nonfunctionally integrated supporting organization.
f
g
Enter the number of supported organizations
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported
organization
(ii) E I N
(iii) Type of
organization
(described on lines
1 10 above (see
instructions))
(iv) Is the organization
listed in your governing
document?
Yes
(v) Amount of
monetary support
(see instructions)
(vi) Amount of
other support (see
instructions)
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
�Page 2
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under
Part III. If the organization failed to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part II
Calendar year
(a) 2 0 1 5
(b) 2 0 1 6
(c) 2 0 1 7
(d) 2 0 1 8
(e) 2 0 1 9
(f) Total
(or fiscal year beginning in)
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and
675,776
1,338,258
834,790
936,077
842,043
4,626,944
membership fees received. (Do not
include any "unusual grant.") . .
2 Tax revenues levied for the
organization's benefit and either
paid to or expended on its behalf
. . . .
3 The value of services or facilities
furnished by a governmental unit to
the organization without charge..
675,776
1,338,258
834,790
936,077
842,043
4,626,944
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3
5 The portion of total contributions by
each person (other than a
governmental unit or publicly
1,288,805
supported organization) included on
line 1 that exceeds 2% of the
amount shown on line 11, column
(f). .
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from
3,338,139
line 4.
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(a) 2 0 1 5
(b) 2 0 1 6
(c) 2 0 1 7
(d) 2 0 1 8
(e) 2 0 1 9
(f) Total
(or fiscal year beginning in)
675,776
1,338,258
834,790
936,077
842,043
4,626,944
7 Amounts from line 4. .
8 Gross income from interest,
dividends, payments received on
9,288
15,623
6,510
8,968
11,249
51,638
securities loans, rents, royalties
and income from similar sources
. . .
9 Net income from unrelated
business activities, whether or not
the business is regularly carried
on. .
10 Other income. Do not include gain
4,192
9,507
728
15,049
9,762
29,398
or loss from the sale of capital
assets (Explain in Part VI.). .
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through
4,707,980
10
12 Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12
13
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3)
organization, check this box and stop here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public support percentage for 2019 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f)) . . . . . . . . .
15
Public support percentage for 2018 Schedule A, Part II, line 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
70.900 %
15
73.870 %
16a 33 1/3% support test—2019. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
33 1/3% support test—2018. If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17a 10%factsandcircumstances test—2019. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part VI how the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b 10%factsandcircumstances test—2018. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly
supported organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
�Page 3
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 10 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part
II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part III
Calendar year
(or fiscal year beginning in)
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and
membership fees received. (Do not
include any "unusual grants.") .
2 Gross receipts from admissions,
merchandise sold or services
performed, or facilities furnished in
any activity that is related to the
organization's taxexempt purpose
3 Gross receipts from activities that
are not an unrelated trade or
business under section 513
. . . . .
4 Tax revenues levied for the
organization's benefit and either
paid to or expended on its behalf
. . .
5 The value of services or facilities
furnished by a governmental unit to
the organization without charge
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2,
and 3 received from disqualified
persons
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3
received from other than
disqualified persons that exceed
the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the
amount on line 13 for the year.
c Add lines 7a and 7b. .
8 Public support. (Subtract line 7c
from line 6.)
(a) 2 0 1 5
(b) 2 0 1 6
(c) 2 0 1 7
(d) 2 0 1 8
(e) 2 0 1 9
(f) Total
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(a) 2 0 1 5
(b) 2 0 1 6
(c) 2 0 1 7
(d) 2 0 1 8
(e) 2 0 1 9
(f) Total
(or fiscal year beginning in)
9 Amounts from line 6. . .
10a Gross income from interest,
dividends, payments received on
securities loans, rents, royalties
and income from similar sources
. .
b Unrelated business taxable income
(less section 511 taxes) from
businesses acquired after June 30,
1 9 7 5.
c Add lines 10a and 10b.
11 Net income from unrelated
business activities not included in
line 10b, whether or not the
business is regularly carried on.
12 Other income. Do not include gain
or loss from the sale of capital
assets (Explain in Part VI.) . .
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c,
11, and 12.). .
First five years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization,
14
check this box and stop here. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public support percentage for 2019 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) . . . . . . . . .
15
16
Public support percentage from 2018 Schedule A, Part III, line 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2019 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) . . . . . .
17
18
Investment income percentage from 2018 Schedule A, Part III, line 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
19a 331/3% support tests—2019. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not
more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . . . . .
b 33 1/3% support tests—2018. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18
is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . .
20
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions . . . .
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
�Page 4
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part IV
Supporting Organizations
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 12 of Part I. If you checked 12a of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you
checked 12b of
Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked 12c of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you checked
12d of Part I, complete
Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under
section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization
was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer (b)
and (c) below.
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and
satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization
made the determination.
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B)
purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if
you checked 12a or 12b in Part I, answer (b) and (c) below.
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported
organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled
or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
c
5a
b
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under
sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that
all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer (b)
and (c) below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the supported
organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the
organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by
amendment to the organizing document).
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the
organization's organizing document?
3a
3b
3c
4a
4b
4c
5a
5b
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone
other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or
more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of
the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor
(defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with
regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990EZ) .
7
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described in line 7? I f
“Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990 or 990EZ).
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified
persons as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)
(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined in line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the
supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined in line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from,
assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f)
(regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III nonfunctionally integrated supporting
organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
whether the organization had excess business holdings).
No
8
9a
9b
9c
10a
10b
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part IV
11
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (b) and (c) below, the
governing body of a supported organization?
11a
b
A family member of a person described in (a) above?
11b
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described in (a) or (b) above? If “Yes” to a, b, or c, provide detail in Part VI.
11c
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
1
Did the directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to regularly
appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax year? If “No,”
describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the organization’s
activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint and/or remove
directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions, if any, applied
to such powers during the tax year.
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s)
that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such
benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting
organization.
1
2
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or
trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or
management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported
organization(s).
1
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the
organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax
year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the
organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported
organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the
organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
3
By reason of the relationship described in (2), did the organization’s supported organizations have a significant voice
in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or assets at all times
during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations played in this
regard.
1
2
3
Section E. Type III FunctionallyIntegrated Supporting Organizations
1
2
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
The organization satisfied the Activities Test. Complete line 2 below.
b
The organization is the parent of each of its supported organizations. Complete line 3 below.
c
The organization supported a governmental entity. Describe in Part VI how you supported a government entity (see
instructions)
Activities Test. Answer (a) and (b) below.
Yes
a Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the
supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those
supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the
organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities
constituted substantially all of its activities.
b Did the activities described in (a) constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or more of the
organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the reasons for the
organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the organization’s
involvement.
3
No
2a
2b
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer (a) and (b) below.
a Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of
each of the supported organizations? Provide details in Part VI.
b Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of
its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3a
3b
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part V
Type III NonFunctionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Check here if the organization satisfied the Integral Part Test as a qualifying trust on Nov. 20, 1970 (explain in Part VI). See
instructions. All other Type III nonfunctionally integrated supporting organizations must complete Sections A through E.
Section A Adjusted Net Income
1
Net shortterm capital gain
1
2
Recoveries of prioryear distributions
2
3
Other gross income (see instructions)
3
4
Add lines 1 through 3
4
5
Depreciation and depletion
5
6
Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of
gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held
for production of income (see instructions)
6
7
Other expenses (see instructions)
7
8
Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4)
8
Section B Minimum Asset Amount
1
Aggregate fair market value of all nonexemptuse assets (see instructions for
short tax year or assets held for part of year):
(A) Prior Year
(B) Current Year
(optional)
(A) Prior Year
(B) Current Year
(optional)
1
a Average monthly value of securities
1a
b Average monthly cash balances
1b
c Fair market value of other nonexemptuse assets
1c
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c)
1d
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):
2
Acquisition indebtedness applicable to nonexempt use assets
2
3
Subtract line 2 from line 1d
3
4
Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 11/2% of line 3 (for greater amount,
see instructions).
4
5
Net value of nonexemptuse assets (subtract line 4 from line 3)
5
6
Multiply line 5 by .035
6
7
Recoveries of prioryear distributions
7
8
Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6)
8
Current Year
Section C Distributable Amount
1
Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A)
1
2
Enter 85% of line 1
2
3
Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A)
3
4
Enter greater of line 2 or line 3
4
5
Income tax imposed in prior year
5
6
Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency
temporary reduction (see instructions)
6
7
Check here if the current year is the organization's first as a nonfunctionallyintegrated Type III supporting organization (see
instructions)
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part V
Type III NonFunctionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting
Section DOrganizations
Distributions
(continued)
Current Year
1
Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes
2
Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported organizations, in
excess of income from activity
3
Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations
4
Amounts paid to acquire exemptuse assets
5
Qualified setaside amounts (prior IRS approval required)
6
Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions
7 Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6.
8
Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive (provide
details in Part VI). See instructions
9
Distributable amount for 2019 from Section C, line 6
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount
Section E Distribution Allocations
(see instructions)
(i)
Excess Distributions
(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre2019
(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2019
1 Distributable amount for 2019 from Section C, line 6
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2019
(reasonable cause required explain in Part VI
).
See instructions.
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2019:
a From 2014.
.
.
.
.
.
b From 2015.
.
.
.
.
.
.
c From 2016.
.
.
.
.
.
.
d From 2017.
.
.
.
.
.
.
e
.
.
.
.
.
.
From 2018.
.
f Total of lines 3a through e
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years
h Applied to 2019 distributable amount
i Carryover from 2014 not applied (see
instructions)
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from 3f.
4 Distributions for 2019 from Section D, line 7:
$
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years
b Applied to 2019 distributable amount
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from 4.
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2019, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2.
If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI
.
See instructions.
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2019. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1. If the amount is greater
than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions.
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2020. Add lines
3j and 4c.
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a Excess from 2015.
.
.
.
b Excess from 2016.
.
.
.
.
c Excess from 2017.
.
.
.
.
d Excess from 2018.
.
.
.
.
e
.
.
.
.
Excess from 2019.
.
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) (2019)
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Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12;
Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV,
Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V,
Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any
additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
Return Reference
Explanation
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
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�Schedule B
OMB No. 15450047
Schedule of Contributors
(Form 990, 990EZ,
or 990PF)
2019
Attach to Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Name of the organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
Employer identification number
731300864
Organization type (check one):
Filers of:
Form 990 or 990EZ
Section:
501(c)( ) (enter number) organization
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust not treated as a private foundation
527 political organization
Form 990PF
501(c)(3) exempt private foundation
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust treated as a private foundation
501(c)(3) taxable private foundation
Check if your organization is covered by the General Rule or a Special Rule.
Note: Only a section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) organization can check boxes for both the General Rule and a Special Rule. See instructions.
General Rule
For an organization filing Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF that received, during the year, contributions totaling $5,000 or more (in money or
other property) from any one contributor. Complete Parts I and II. See instructions for determining a contributor's total contributions.
Special Rules
For an organization described in section 501(c)(3) filing Form 990 or 990EZ that met the 331/ 3% support test of the regulations
under sections 509(a)(1) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi), that checked Schedule A (Form 990 or 990EZ), Part II, line 13, 16a, or 16b, and that
received from any one contributor, during the year, total contributions of the greater of (1) $5,000 or (2) 2% of the amount on (i) Form 990,
Part VIII, line 1h, or (ii) Form 990EZ, line 1. Complete Parts I and II.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, total contributions of more than $1,000 exclusively for religious, charitable, scientific, literary, or educational purposes, or
for the prevention of cruelty to children or animals. Complete Parts I, II, and III.
For an organization described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) filing Form 990 or 990EZ that received from any one contributor,
during the year, contributions exclusively for religious, charitable, etc., purposes, but no such contributions totaled more than $1,000. If
this box is checked, enter here the total contributions that were received during the year for an exclusively religious, charitable, etc.,
purpose. Don't complete any of the parts unless the General Rule applies to this organization because it received nonexclusively
religious, charitable, etc., contributions totaling $5,000 or more during the year . . . . . . . . .
$
Caution: An organization that isn't covered by the General Rule and/or the Special Rules doesn't file Schedule B (Form 990,
990EZ, or 990PF), but it must answer “No” on Part IV, line 2, of its Form 990; or check the box on line H of its Form 990EZ
or on its Form 990PF, Part I, line 2, to certify that it doesn't meet the filing requirements of Schedule B (Form 990,
990EZ, or 990PF).
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions
for Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF.
Cat. No. 30613X
Schedule B (Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF) (2019)
�Schedule B (Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF) (2019)
Page 2
Name of organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
Part I
Employer identification number
731300864
Contributors (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part I if additional space is needed.
Contributors
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
Person
RESTRICTED
Payroll
$ RESTRICTED
,
(a)
No.
Noncash
(Complete Part II for noncash
contributions.)
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
Person
Payroll
$
Noncash
(Complete Part II for noncash
contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
Person
Payroll
$
Noncash
(Complete Part II for noncash
contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
Person
Payroll
$
Noncash
(Complete Part II for noncash
contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
Person
Payroll
$
Noncash
(Complete Part II for noncash
contributions.)
(a)
No.
(b)
Name, address, and ZIP + 4
(c)
Total contributions
(d)
Type of contribution
Person
Payroll
$
Noncash
(Complete Part II for noncash
contributions.)
Schedule B (Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF) (2019)
�Schedule B (Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF) (2019)
Name of organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
Page 3
Employer identification number
731300864
Part II
(a)
No. from
Part I
Noncash Property (see instructions). Use duplicate copies of Part II if additional space is needed.
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(d)
Date received
(See instructions)
$
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(d)
Date received
(See instructions)
$
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(d)
Date received
(See instructions)
$
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(d)
Date received
(See instructions)
$
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(d)
Date received
(See instructions)
$
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b)
Description of noncash property given
(c)
FMV (or estimate)
(d)
Date received
(See instructions)
$
Schedule B (Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF) (2019)
�Schedule B (Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF) (2019)
Page 4
Name of organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
Employer identification number
731300864
Part III
(a)
No. from
Part I
Exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions to organizations described in section 501(c)(7), (8), or (10) that
total more than $1,000 for the year from any one contributor. Complete columns (a) through (e) and the following
line entry. For organizations completing Part III, enter the total of exclusively religious, charitable, etc., contributions
of $1,000 or less for the year. (Enter this information once. See instructions.)
$
Use duplicate copies of Part III if additional space is needed.
(b) Purpose of gift
(c) Use of gift
(d) Description of how gift is held
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b) Purpose of gift
Relationship of transferor to transferee
(c) Use of gift
(d) Description of how gift is held
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b) Purpose of gift
Relationship of transferor to transferee
(c) Use of gift
(d) Description of how gift is held
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4
(a)
No. from
Part I
(b) Purpose of gift
Relationship of transferor to transferee
(c) Use of gift
(d) Description of how gift is held
(e) Transfer of gift
Transferee's name, address, and ZIP 4
Relationship of transferor to transferee
Schedule B (Form 990, 990EZ, or 990PF) (2019)
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�SCHEDULE C
Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities
(Form 990 or 990
EZ)
For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
2019
Complete if the organization is described below.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Open to Public
Inspection
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
OMB No. 15450047
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts IA and B. Do not complete Part IC.
Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts IA and C below. Do not complete Part IB.
Section 527 organizations: Complete Part IA only.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part IIA. Do not complete Part IIB.
Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part IIB. Do not complete Part IIA.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990EZ, Part V,
line 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then
Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
Employer identification number
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
731300864
Part IA
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.
1
Provide a description of the organization’s direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV (see instructions for
definition of “political campaign activities")
2
Political campaign activity expenditures (see instructions) ....................................................................
3
Volunteer hours for political campaign activities (see instructions) ..................................................................
Part IB
$
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 ................................
$
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 .......................
$
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .........................................
Yes
No
4a
Was a correction made? ......................................................................................................................
Yes
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part IC
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities .....
$
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527
exempt function activities ............................................................................................................................
$
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120POL, line 17b...........
$
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120POL for this year? ...................................................................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the
amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a
separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) N a m e
(b) A d d r e s s
(c) E I N
Yes
No
(d) Amount paid from
(e) Amount of
filing organization's political contributions
funds. If none, enter
received and
0.
promptly and directly
delivered to a
separate political
organization. If none,
enter 0.
1
2
3
4
5
6
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 50084S
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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part IIA
A
Check
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election
under section 501(h)).
if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group (and list in Part IV each affiliated group member's name, address, EIN,
expenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).
B
Check
if the filing organization checked box A and "limited control" provisions apply.
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.)
1a
Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......................
b
Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) ........................
c
Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ............................................................
d
Other exempt purpose expenditures ...............................................................................
e
Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ..................................................
f
Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.
If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:
The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
Not over $500,000
20% of the amount on line 1e.
Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000
$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.
Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000
$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.
Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000
$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.
Over $17,000,000
$1,000,000.
(a) Filing
organization's
totals
g
Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................................................
h
Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter 0. ................................................
i
Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter 0. ................................................
j
If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ...................................................................................................................
(b) Affiliated group
totals
Yes
No
4Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in)
2a
Lobbying nontaxable amount
b
Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e))
c
Total lobbying expenditures
d
Grassroots nontaxable amount
e
Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))
f
Grassroots lobbying expenditures
(a) 2 0 1 6
(b) 2 0 1 7
(c) 2 0 1 8
(d) 2 0 1 9
(e) Total
Schedule C (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
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Schedule C (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part IIB
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT
filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
For each "Yes" response on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying
activity.
(a)
(b)
Yes | No
Amount
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local
legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum,
through the use of:
1
a
Volunteers? ...........................................................................................................
Yes
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ........
Yes
c
Media advertisements? ...................................................................................................
No
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .............................................................................
No
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? ...........................................................
No
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? ..........................................................
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? .......................
Yes
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ..................
Yes
i
Other activities? ...................................................................................................................
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ....................................................................................................
2a
No
No
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
No
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 ...........................................
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 ...................
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ........................
Part IIIA
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or
section 501(c)(6).
Yes
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ...............................................
1
2
Did the organization make only inhouse lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ............................................
2
3
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? .................................
3
Part IIIB
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section
501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part IIIA, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" OR (b) Part IIIA,
line 3, is answered “Yes."
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members ......................................................................
2
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
b
Current year .............................................................................................................................
Carryover from last year ............................................................................................................
2a
c
Total ...........................................................................................................................................
2c
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess
does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and
political expenditure next year? ......................................................................................................................
4
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures (see instructions) .........................................
5
Part IV
No
1
2b
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part lA, line 1; Part lB, line 4; Part lC, line 5; Part IIA (affiliated group list); Part IIA, lines 1 and
2 (see instructions), and Part llB, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference
Explanation
Schedule C (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
�Additional Data
Return to Form
Software ID:
Software Version:
�SCHEDULE D
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
OMB No. 15450047
Supplemental Financial Statements
(Form 990)
2019
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
Attach to Form 990.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Name of the organization
Open to Public
Inspection
Employer identification number
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
731300864
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds
(b) Funds and other accounts
1
Total number at end of year . . . . . . . . .
2
Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)
3
Aggregate value of grants from (during year)
4
Aggregate value at end of year . . . . . . . .
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds are
the organization’s property, subject to the organization’s exclusive legal control? . . . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only for
charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring
impermissible private benefit? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
Part II
1
Conservation Easements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
Preservation of land for public use (e.g., recreation or education)
Preservation of an historically important land area
Protection of natural habitat
Preservation of a certified historic structure
Preservation of open space
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation
easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a
Total number of conservation easements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2a
b
Total acreage restricted by conservation easements
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2b
c
Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) . . . . .
2c
d
Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 7/25/06, and not on a
historic structure listed in the National Register . . .
2d
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of
violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? . . . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the
year
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)
(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
$
Part III
Yes
No
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet
works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public
service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under SFAS 116 (ASC 958), to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet
works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public
service, provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i) Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
(ii) Assets included in Form 990, Part X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under SFAS 116 (ASC 958) relating to these items:
2
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No.
52283D
Schedule D (Form 990) 2019
�Page 2
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
Schedule D (Form 990) 2019
Part III
3
a
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its
collection items (check all that apply):
d
Public exhibition
Loan or exchange programs
b
e
Scholarly research
c
Other
Preservation for future generations
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?. . .
Part IV
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:
c
Beginning balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
d
Additions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
e
Distributions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
f
Ending balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
b
No
Yes
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability?
. . .
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII
Part V
No
Amount
b
2a
Yes
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990,
Part X, line 21.
Yes
No
. . . .
Endowment Funds.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a) Current year
1a Beginning of year balance
b Contributions
.
.
.
.
.
.
(b) Prior year
(c) Two years back (d) Three years back (e) Four years back
50,752
94,420
67,200
51,577
42,293
11,249
8,968
6,509
15,623
9,284
62,001
103,388
73,709
67,200
51,577
.
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses
d Grants or scholarships
.
.
.
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs .
.
.
f
Administrative expenses
g End of year balance
2
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasiendowment
b
Permanent endowment
c
Temporarily restricted endowment
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:
(i) unrelated organizations
b
4
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
(ii) related organizations .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R?
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Yes
.
3a(i)
No
Yes
3a(ii)
.
No
3b
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
(a) Cost or other basis
(investment)
Description of property
1a Land
.
.
b Buildings
.
.
.
.
(b) Cost or other basis (other)
(c) Accumulated depreciation
(d) Book value
2,015,807
537,217
1,478,590
197,537
172,726
24,811
.
.
.
c Leasehold improvements
d Equipment
e Other
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).) .
.
1,503,401
Schedule D (Form 990) 2019
�Page 3
Schedule D (Form 990) 2019
Part VII
Investments—Other Securities.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b.See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)
(1) Financial derivatives
.
(2) Closelyheld equity interests
(b) Book value
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
(3) Other
(A) B E N E F I C I A L I N T E R E S T I N T U L S A C O M M F
(c) Method of valuation:
Cost or endofyear market value
61,989
F
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
(I)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)
Part
VIII
61,989
Investments—Program Related.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment
(b) Book value
(c) Method of valuation:
Cost or endofyear market
value
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)
Part IX
Other Assets.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description
(b) Book value
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
(10)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)
Part X
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Other Liabilities.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f.
See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.
(a) Description of liability
(b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the
organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part
XIII
Schedule D (Form 990) 2019
�Page 4
Schedule D (Form 990) 2019
Part XI
Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per
Return.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1
Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements
2
Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
.
.
a
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments
.
.
.
.
b
Donated services and use of facilities
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
2b
c
Recoveries of prior year grants
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
2c
d
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
e
Add lines 2a through 2d .
.
.
.
.
.
.
2d
.
.
.
.
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.
3
Subtract line 2e from line 1 .
.
.
.
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.
.
.
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.
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.
.
.
.
.
.
4
Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a
Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b
.
b
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
c
Add lines 4a and 4b .
.
.
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.
5
.
.
2e
3
4b
.
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.
.
.
4c
.
.
.
5
Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1
Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements
2
Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
.
.
a
Donated services and use of facilities
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
b
Prior year adjustments
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
c
Other losses
d
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
e
.
4a
Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.)
Part XII
1
2a
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1
2a
2b
.
.
2c
2d
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.
2e
3
Subtract line 2e from line 1 .
.
.
.
.
.
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.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
3
4
Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a
Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b
.
.
4a
b
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
4b
c
5
Add lines 2a through 2d .
.
.
Add lines 4a and 4b .
.
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.
Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.)
.
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.
.
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.
.
4c
.
.
5
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b; Part V, line 4; Part X, line
2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
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Schedule D (Form 990) 2019
�Additional Data
Return to Form
Software ID:
Software Version:
�OMB No. 15450047
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
SCHEDULE G
(Form 990 or 990EZ)
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the
organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990EZ, line 6a.
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Name of the organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
2019
Open to Public
Inspection
Employer identification number
731300864
Part I
1
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a
Mail solicitations
b
c
d
Inperson solicitations
2a
b
e
Solicitation of nongovernment grants
Internet and email solicitations
f
Solicitation of government grants
Phone solicitations
g
Special fundraising events
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising
Yes
No
services?
If "Yes," list the 10 highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.
(i) Name and address of
individual
or entity (fundraiser)
(ii) Activity
(iii) Did
fundraiser have
custody or
control of
contributions?
Yes
No
(iv) Gross receipts
from activity
(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i)
(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Total .
.
.
.
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.
.
.
.
.
.
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.
.
.
.
.
.
.
3 List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from
registration or licensing.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
�Schedule G (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Part II
Page 2
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported
more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List
events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
1 Gross receipts .
(c)Other events
EQ GALA
(event type)
(event type)
(total number)
246,767
246,767
2 Less: Contributions .
.
.
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2)
.
.
.
.
.
.
230,400
230,400
16,367
16,367
.
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.
.
5 Noncash prizes
.
.
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.
6 Rent/facility costs
.
.
.
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.
7 Food and beverages
8 Entertainment
.
.
9 Other direct expenses
.
.
.
.
.
12,674
12,674
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
12,674
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d)
.
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.
.
.
.
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.
.
.
3,693
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than
$15,000 on Form 990EZ, line 6a.
(b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive
bingo
(a) Bingo
1 Gross revenue .
.
.
.
.
2 Cash prizes
.
.
.
.
3 Noncash prizes
.
.
.
.
4 Rent/facility costs
.
.
.
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5 Other direct expenses
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Yes
6 Volunteer labor
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%
Yes
No
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d)
9
(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through
col. (c))
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.
(b) Event #2
.
4 Cash prizes
.
(a)Event #1
%
Yes
No
.
(d) Total gaming (add
col.(a) through col.(c))
(c) Other gaming
%
No
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8 Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d) .
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Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:
a
b
10a
b
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Yes
No
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year?
.
If "Yes,"
explain:
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.
Yes
No
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states?
.
If "No,"
explain:
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
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11
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12
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers?
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Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming?
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13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility
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b
An outside facility
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14
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Yes
No
Yes
No
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13a
%
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13b
%
Enter the name and address of the person who prepares the organization's gaming/special events books and records:
Name
Address
15a
b
Does the organization have a contract with a third party from whom the organization receives gaming
revenue? .
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If "Yes," enter the amount of gaming revenue received by the organization
amount of gaming revenue retained by the third party
c
$
$
.
.
Yes
No
Yes
No
and the
.
If "Yes," enter name and address of the third party:
Name
Address
16
Gaming manager information:
Name
Gaming manager compensation
$
Description of services provided
Director/officer
17
a
Independent contractor
Mandatory distributions:
Is the organization required under state law to make charitable distributions from the gaming proceeds to
retain the state gaming license?
b
Employee
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Enter the amount of distributions required under state law distributed to other exempt organizations or spent
in the organization's own exempt activities during the tax year
Part IV
$
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part I, line 2b, columns (iii) and (v); and
Part III, lines 9, 9b, 10b, 15b, 15c, 16, and 17b, as applicable. Also provide any additional information. See
instructions.
Return Reference
General Explanation Attachment
Explanation
EQUALITY GALA, AN ANNUAL IN PERSON EVENT HELD FOR MANY YEARS, WAS NOT HELD
IN APRIL 2020 AS PLANNED DUE TO COVID19 PANDEMIC.
Schedule G (Form 990 or 990EZ) 2019
Additional Data
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�SCHEDULE O
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990EZ
(Form 990 or 990
EZ)
Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or 990EZ or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for the latest information.
Department of the Treasury
Internal
Revenue
Service
Name of
the organization
OMB No. 15450047
2019
Open to Public
Inspection
Employer identification number
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
731300864
Return
Reference
Explanation
Members or
stockholder
classes and
rights Part VI
line 6
PERSONS WHO MAKE MINIMUM LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION ARE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE ON MATTERS THAT COME BEFORE THE
ANNUAL MEETING INCLUDING ELECTING MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Member
election for
additional
members
Part VI line
7a
PERSONS WHO MAKE MINIMUM LEVEL OF CONTRIBUTION ARE ELIGIBLE TO VOTE ON MATTERS THAT COME BEFORE THE
ANNUAL MEETING INCLUDING ELECTING MEMBERS TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS.
Form 990
governing
body review
Part VI line
11
CIRCULATED FOR REVIEW BY MEMBERS OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Conflict of
interest
policy
compliance
Part VI line
12c
DIRECTORS ARE REQUIRED TO MAKE FULL DISCLOSURE OF POTENTIAL AND ACTUAL CONFLICTS OF INTEREST AND RECUSE
FROM ISSUES AS NECESSARY
CEO
executive
director top
management
comp Part VI
line 15a
USE OF OKLAHOMA CENTER FOR NON PROFITS PROVIDED DATA
Governing
GUIDESTAR.COM AND IN OFFICE AVAILABLE FOR MEMBERS TO READ AND TO COPY AS WELL AS ELECTRONICALLY
documents
etc available
to public Part
VI line 19
Significant
program
services not
listed on
prior year
return Part III
line 2
MEDICAL CLINIC
Explanation
ROUNDING $1
of other
changes in
net assets or
fund
balances
Part XI line 9
List of other
expenses
Part IX line
24e
BANK CHARGES AND FEES $8,590MEMBERSHIP DUES $3,505THEFT LOSS $96EMPLOYEE EXPENSE $16,919TOTAL $29,110
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Cat. No. 51056K
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Form
OMB No. 1545
Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax
990
0047
2021
Under section 501(c), 527, or 4947(a)(1) of the Internal Revenue Code (except private
foundations) Do not enter social security numbers on this form as it may be made public.
Open to Public
Inspection
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
A
For the 2021 calendar year, or tax year beginning 10012021
, and ending 09302022
C Name of organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
B Check if applicable:
Address change
D Employer identification number
731300864
Name change
Initial return
Doing business as
Final
return/terminated
E Telephone number
Amended return
Application pending
Number and street (or P.O. box if mail is not delivered to street address) Room/suite
PO BOX 2687
(918) 7434297
City or town, state or province, country, and ZIP or foreign postal code
TULSA, OK 74101
G Gross receipts $ 1,272,013
F Name and address of principal officer:
I
J
Taxexempt status:
Website:
501(c)(3)
501(c) (
)
H(a) Is this a group return for
subordinates?
H(b) Are all subordinates
included?
(insert no.)
4947(a)(1) or
Corporation
No
No
If "No," attach a list. See instructions.
527
H(c) Group exemption number
WWW.OKEQ.ORG
K Form of organization:
Yes
Yes
Trust
Association
L Year of formation: 1980
Other
M State of legal domicile:
OK
Summary
Part I
1 Briefly describe the organization’s mission or most significant activities:
OKEQ SEEKS EQUAL RIGHTS FOR 2SLGBTQIA+ INDIVIDUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGH INTERSECTIONAL ADVOCACY,
EDUCATION, PROGRAMS, ALLIANCES AND THE OPERATION OF THE DENNIS R NEILL EQUALITY CENTER.
if the organization discontinued its operations or disposed of more than 25% of its net assets.
2 Check this box
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3 Number of voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1a) .
3
15
4 Number of independent voting members of the governing body (Part VI, line 1b)
15
5 Total number of individuals employed in calendar year 2021 (Part V, line 2a)
.
6 Total number of volunteers (estimate if necessary)
7a
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Total unrelated business revenue from Part VIII, column (C), line 12
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6
312
7a
0
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b Net unrelated business taxable income from Form 990T, Part I, line 11
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8 Contributions and grants (Part VIII, line 1h)
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9 Program service revenue (Part VIII, line 2g)
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10
Investment income (Part VIII, column (A), lines 3, 4, and 7d )
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11
Other revenue (Part VIII, column (A), lines 5, 6d, 8c, 9c, 10c, and 11e)
12
Total revenue—add lines 8 through 11 (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)
13
Grants and similar amounts paid (Part IX, column (A), lines 1–3 ) .
14
Benefits paid to or for members (Part IX, column (A), line 4) .
15
Salaries, other compensation, employee benefits (Part IX, column (A), lines 5–10)
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7b
Prior Year
16a Professional fundraising fees (Part IX, column (A), line 11e)
b Total fundraising expenses (Part IX, column (D), line 25)
.
.
.
.
.
Current Year
1,064,421
920,197
116,436
16,385
14
20,353
137,788
1,101,159
898,859
.
0
.
.
.
.
0
341,489
389,831
35,900
27,979
840,772
539,199
1,218,161
957,009
.
61,148
17
Other expenses (Part IX, column (A), lines 11a–11d, 11f–24e) .
18
Total expenses. Add lines 13–17 (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)
19
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 18 from line 12 .
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.
117,002
58,150
Beginning of Current
Year
20
Total assets (Part X, line 16) .
21
Total liabilities (Part X, line 26) .
22
Net assets or fund balances. Subtract line 21 from line 20 .
Part II
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End of Year
1,625,819
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.
1,574,711
3,373
10,415
1,622,446
1,564,296
Signature Block
Under penalties of perjury, I declare that I have examined this return, including accompanying schedules and statements, and to the best of
my knowledge and belief, it is true, correct, and complete. Declaration of preparer (other than officer) is based on all information of which
preparer has any knowledge.
20230803
Date
Signature of officer
Sign
Here
DOROTHY BALLARD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Type or print name and title
Print/Type preparer's name
Paid
Preparer
Use Only
Preparer's signature
Firm's name
OBER & LITTLEFIELD CPAS
Firm's address
124 S MAIN ST
Date
PTIN
if
20230810 Check
P01780781
selfemployed
474648903
Firm's EIN
Phone no. (918) 5424401
MIAMI, OK 74354
May the IRS discuss this return with the preparer shown above? (see instructions)
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the separate instructions.
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Cat. No. 11282Y
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Yes
No
Form 990 (2021)
�Page 2
Form 990 (2021)
Part III
Statement of Program Service Accomplishments
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part III .
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Briefly describe the organization’s mission:
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY (OKEQ) SEEKS EQUAL RIGHTS FOR 2SLGBTQIA+ INDIVUALS AND FAMILIES THROUGH
INTERSECTIONAL ADVOCACY, EDUCATION, PROGRAMS, ALLIANCES, AND THE OPERATION OF THE DENNIS R. NEILL EQUALITY
CENTER.
2
Did the organization undertake any significant program services during the year which were not listed on
the prior Form 990 or 990EZ?
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Yes
No
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Yes
No
If "Yes," describe these new services on Schedule O.
3
Did the organization cease conducting, or make significant changes in how it conducts, any program
services?
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If "Yes," describe these changes on Schedule O.
4
4a
Describe the organization’s program service accomplishments for each of its three largest program services, as measured by
expenses. Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations are required to report the amount of grants and allocations to others,
the total expenses, and revenue, if any, for each program service reported.
(Code:
) (Expenses $
761,904
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
116,436 )
MINORITY COMMUNITY CENTER OPERATION, CULTURAL AND EDUCATION PROGRAMS AND EVENT FACILITATION INCLUDING: COUNSELING AND WELLNESS
PROGRAMS. PROVIDING FREE LICENSED MENTAL HEALTH PROFESSIONAL COUNSELING SERVICES. MORE THAN 30 PEER LED SUPPORT GROUPS FOR INDIVIDUALS
DEALING WITH POST TRAUMATIC STRESS, SEXUAL ORIENTATION IDENTITY ACCEPTANCE, DEPRESSION, EATING DISORDERS, GRIEF RECOVERY, TRANSGENDER
ISSUES, DIVORCE AND RELATIONSHIP CHALLENGES, SUBSTANCE ABUSE, AND HEALTH CHALLENGES. TRANSGENDER SERVICES AND PROGRAMS: PROVIDING
MEDICAL REFERRALS AND LIMITED MEDICAL SERVICES, MENTAL HEALTH REFERRALS, LEGAL SERVICES AND 5 DIFFERENT PEER LED SUPPORT GROUPS FOR
INDIVIDUALS AND THEIR FAMILIES WHO IDENTIFTY AS TRANSGENDER. LGBT OLDER ADULT PROGRAM: PROVIDING MEDICAL REFERRALS, MENTAL HEALTH
REFERRALS, LEGAL SERVICES, WEEKLY CHECK INS, ADVOCATING FOR THOSE LIVING IN ASSISTED LIVING CENTERS, AND SOCIAL PROGRAMMING FOR LESBIAN,
GAY, BISEXUAL AND TRANSGENDER SENIOR ADULTS.
4b
(Code:
) (Expenses $
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
)
4c
(Code:
) (Expenses $
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
)
4d
Other program services (Describe in Schedule O.)
(Expenses $
4e
Total program service expenses
including grants of $
) (Revenue $
)
761,904
Form 990 (2021)
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Form 990 (2021)
Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules
Yes
1
Is the organization described in section 501(c)(3) or 4947(a)(1) (other than a private foundation)? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule A
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2
Is the organization required to complete Schedule B, Schedule of Contributors? See instructions.
2
3
Did the organization engage in direct or indirect political campaign activities on behalf of or in opposition to
candidates for public office? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part I
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Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization engage in lobbying activities, or have a section 501(h)
election in effect during the tax year? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part II
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5
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Is the organization a section 501(c)(4), 501(c)(5), or 501(c)(6) organization that receives membership dues,
assessments, or similar amounts as defined in Rev. Proc. 9819? If "Yes," complete Schedule C, Part III
. .
Did the organization maintain any donor advised funds or any similar funds or accounts for which donors have the
right to provide advice on the distribution or investment of amounts in such funds or accounts? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D,Part I
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Did the organization receive or hold a conservation easement, including easements to preserve open space,
the environment, historic land areas, or historic structures? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part II
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Did the organization maintain collections of works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule D, Part III
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Yes
Yes
No
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4
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No
5
No
6
7
No
8
No
9
No
Did the organization report an amount in Part X, line 21 for escrow or custodial account liability; serve as a
custodian for amounts not listed in Part X; or provide credit counseling, debt management, credit repair, or debt
negotiation services? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IV
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Did the organization, directly or through a related organization, hold assets in temporarily restricted endowments,
permanent endowments, or quasi endowments? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part V
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10
Yes
11a
Yes
If the organization’s answer to any of the following questions is "Yes," then complete Schedule D, Parts VI, VII,
VIII, IX, or X, as applicable.
a Did the organization report an amount for land, buildings, and equipment in Part X, line 10? If "Yes," complete
Schedule D, Part VI.
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b Did the organization report an amount for investments—other securities in Part X, line 12 that is 5% or more of
its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VII
c
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No
11c
No
11d
No
11e
No
Did the organization report an amount for investments—program related in Part X, line 13 that is 5% or more of
its total assets reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part VIII
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d Did the organization report an amount for other assets in Part X, line 15 that is 5% or more of its total assets
e
No
reported in Part X, line 16? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part IX
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Did the organization report an amount for other liabilities in Part X, line 25? If "Yes," complete Schedule D, Part X
f
Did the organization’s separate or consolidated financial statements for the tax year include a footnote that
addresses the organization’s liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740)?
11f
"Yes,"
complete Schedule
Part X independent audited financial statements for the tax year? If "Yes," complete
12a If
Did
the organization
obtainD,
separate,
12a
Schedule D, Parts XI and XII
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b Was the organization included in consolidated, independent audited financial statements for the tax year?
If "Yes," and if the organization answered "No" to line 12a, then completing Schedule D, Parts XI and XII is optional
13
Is the organization a school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii)? If "Yes," complete Schedule E
14a Did the organization maintain an office, employees, or agents outside of the United States?
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b Did the organization have aggregate revenues or expenses of more than $10,000 from grantmaking, fundraising,
business, investment, and program service activities outside the United States, or aggregate foreign
investments valued at $100,000 or more? If "Yes," complete Schedule F, Parts I and IV
. the
. organization
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. report
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.on Part
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15
Did
IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for
any foreign organization? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts II and IV .
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Did the organization report on Part IX, column (A), line 3, more than $5,000 of aggregate grants or other
assistance to or for foreign individuals? If “Yes,” complete Schedule F, Parts III and IV .
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No
No
12b
No
13
No
14a
No
14b
No
15
No
16
No
17
Did the organization report a total of more than $15,000 of expenses for professional fundraising services on
Part IX, column (A), lines 6 and 11e? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part I. See instructions. . . . .
17
Yes
18
Did the organization report more than $15,000 total of fundraising event gross income and contributions on
Part VIII, lines 1c and 8a? If "Yes," complete Schedule G, Part II . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Yes
19
Did the organization report more than $15,000 of gross income from gaming activities on Part VIII, line 9a? I f
"Yes," complete Schedule G, Part III .
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20a Did the organization operate one or more hospital facilities? If "Yes," complete Schedule H .
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b If "Yes" to line 20a, did the organization attach a copy of its audited financial statements to this return?
21
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to any domestic organization or
domestic government on Part IX, column (A), line 1? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and II
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No
20a
No
20b
21
No
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Part IV
Checklist of Required Schedules (continued)
Yes
No
22
Did the organization report more than $5,000 of grants or other assistance to or for domestic individuals on
Part IX, column (A), line 2? If “Yes,” complete Schedule I, Parts I and III . . . . . . . .
22
No
23
Did the organization answer "Yes" to Part VII, Section A, line 3, 4, or 5, about compensation of the organization’s
current and former officers, directors, trustees, key employees, and highest compensated employees? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule J .
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24a Did the organization have a taxexempt bond issue with an outstanding principal amount of more than $100,000
as of the last day of the year, that was issued after December 31, 2002? If “Yes,” answer lines 24b through 24d
and complete Schedule K. If “No,” go to line 25a .
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b Did the organization invest any proceeds of taxexempt bonds beyond a temporary period exception? .
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Did the organization maintain an escrow account other than a refunding escrow at any time during the year
to defease any taxexempt bonds? .
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d Did the organization act as an "on behalf of" issuer for bonds outstanding at any time during the year?
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25a Section 501(c)(3), 501(c)(4), and 501(c)(29) organizations. Did the organization engage in an excess benefit
transaction with a disqualified person during the year? If "Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I .
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24d
25a
No
25b
No
former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35% controlled
entity or family member of any of these persons?
If
"Yes,"
complete Schedule
L, aPart
II or
. other
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. to .any. current
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. or .former officer, director, trustee, key
Did
the organization
provide
grant
26
No
employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or employee thereof, a grant selection committee member,
or to a 35% controlled entity (including an employee thereof) or family member of any of these persons?
If "Yes," completeSchedule L,Part III
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28a
No
b Is the organization aware that it engaged in an excess benefit transaction with a disqualified person in a prior
year, and that the transaction has not been reported on any of the organization’s prior Forms 990 or 990EZ? I f
"Yes," complete Schedule L, Part I
. the
. organization
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. X,. line
. 5 .or 22
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Did
from
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28
No
24a
Was the organization a party to a business transaction with one of the following parties (see the Schedule L,
Part IV instructions for applicable filing thresholds, conditions, and exceptions):
a A current or former officer, director, trustee, key employee, creator or founder, or substantial contributor? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule L, Part IV .
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No
A 35% controlled entity of one or more individuals and/or organizations described in line 28a or 28b? If "Yes,"
complete Schedule L, Part IV .
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Did the organization receive more than $25,000 in noncash contributions? If "Yes," complete Schedule M .
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No
30
Did the organization receive contributions of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets, or qualified
conservation contributions?
If
"Yes,"
complete Schedule
M .terminate,
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. or dissolve
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. cease
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. operations?
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. complete
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Did
the organization
liquidate,
Schedule N, Part I
30
No
31
No
32
No
33
No
34
No
35a
No
c
31
32
33
34
Did the organization sell, exchange, dispose of, or transfer more than 25% of its net assets? If "Yes," complete
Schedule N, Part II .
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Did the organization own 100% of an entity disregarded as separate from the organization under Regulations
sections 301.77012 and 301.77013?
If
"Yes,"
Schedule
R, Part
I .taxexempt
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. or. taxable
.
. entity?
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. If ."Yes,"
. complete
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Was
the complete
organization
related
to any
Schedule R, Part II, III, or IV,
and Part V, line 1 .
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35a Did the organization have a controlled entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)?
b If ‘Yes’ to line 35a, did the organization receive any payment from or engage in any transaction with a controlled
entity within the meaning of section 512(b)(13)? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 .
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37
38
35b
Section 501(c)(3) organizations. Did the organization make any transfers to an exempt noncharitable related
organization? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part V, line 2 .
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36
No
Did the organization conduct more than 5% of its activities through an entity that is not a related organization
and that is treated as a partnership for federal income tax purposes? If "Yes," complete Schedule R, Part VI
37
No
Did the organization complete Schedule O and provide explanations on Schedule O for Part VI, lines 11b and 19?
Note. All Form 990 filers are required to complete Schedule O. .
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Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part V .
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Yes
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Yes
1a Enter the number reported in box 3 of Form 1096. Enter 0 if not applicable
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b Enter the number of Forms W2G included on line 1a. Enter 0 if not applicable
c
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1a
13
1b
0
Did the organization comply with backup withholding rules for reportable payments to vendors and reportable
gaming (gambling) winnings to prize winners? .
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Form 990 (2021)
Part V
Statements Regarding Other IRS Filings and Tax Compliance (continued)
2a Enter the number of employees reported on Form W3, Transmittal of Wage and
Tax Statements, filed for the calendar year ending with or within the year covered
by this return .
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2b
b If at least one is reported on line 2a, did the organization file all required federal employment tax returns?
Note. If the sum of lines 1a and 2a is greater than 250, you may be required to efile. See instructions.
3a Did the organization have unrelated business gross income of $1,000 or more during the year? .
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b If “Yes,” has it filed a Form 990T for this year? If “No” to line 3b, provide an explanation in Schedule O .
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Yes
3a
No
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3b
4a At any time during the calendar year, did the organization have an interest in, or a signature or other authority
over, a financial account in a foreign country (such as a bank account, securities account, or other financial
account)?
. the
. name of the foreign country:
b If
"Yes," enter
See instructions for filing requirements for FinCEN Form 114, Report of Foreign Bank and Financial Accounts
5a (FBAR).
Was the organization a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction at any time during the tax year? .
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4a
No
5a
No
b Did any taxable party notify the organization that it was or is a party to a prohibited tax shelter transaction?
5b
No
c
5c
If "Yes," to line 5a or 5b, did the organization file Form 8886T?
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6a Does the organization have annual gross receipts that are normally greater than $100,000, and did the
organization solicit any contributions that were not tax deductible as charitable contributions? .
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b If "Yes," did the organization include with every solicitation an express statement that such contributions or gifts
were not tax deductible? .
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No
6b
Organizations that may receive deductible contributions under section 170(c).
a Did the organization receive a payment in excess of $75 made partly as a contribution and partly for goods and
services provided to the payor? .
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7a
Yes
b If "Yes," did the organization notify the donor of the value of the goods or services provided?
7b
Yes
c
d If "Yes," indicate the number of Forms 8282 filed during the year
e
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Did the organization sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of tangible personal property for which it was required to
file Form 8282? .
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Did the organization, during the year, pay premiums, directly or indirectly, on a personal benefit contract?
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g If the organization received a contribution of qualified intellectual property, did the organization file Form 8899 as
required? .
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h If the organization received a contribution of cars, boats, airplanes, or other vehicles, did the organization file a
Form 1098C? .
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Sponsoring organizations maintaining donor advised funds. Did a donor advised fund maintained by the
sponsoring organization have excess business holdings at any time during the year?
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. organizations
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Sponsoring
donor advised funds.
a Did the sponsoring organization make any taxable distributions under section 4966?
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b Did the sponsoring organization make a distribution to a donor, donor advisor, or related person? .
10
7e
No
7f
No
7g
No
7h
No
8
9a
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9b
Section 501(c)(7) organizations. Enter:
a Initiation fees and capital contributions included on Part VIII, line 12
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10a
b Gross receipts, included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, for public use of club
facilities
11
Section 501(c)(12) organizations. Enter:
a Gross income from members or shareholders
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b Gross income from other sources. (Do not net amounts due or paid to other
11b
sources against amounts due or received from them.)
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12a Section 4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trusts. Is the organization filing Form 990 in lieu of Form 1041?
b If "Yes," enter the amount of taxexempt interest received or accrued during the
year.
13
No
Did the organization receive any funds, directly or indirectly, to pay premiums on a personal benefit contract?
f
8
7c
7d
12a
12b
Section 501(c)(29) qualified nonprofit health insurance issuers.
a Is the organization licensed to issue qualified health plans in more than one state?
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Note. See the instructions for additional information the organization must report on Schedule O.
b Enter the amount of reserves the organization is required to maintain by the states
in which the organization is licensed to issue qualified health plans .
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c
13c
Enter the amount of reserves on hand
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14a Did the organization receive any payments for indoor tanning services during the tax year? .
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b If "Yes," has it filed a Form 720 to report these payments?If "No," provide an explanation in Schedule O .
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14b
15
16
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13a
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Is the organization subject to the section 4960 tax on payment(s) of more than $1,000,000 in remuneration or
excess parachute payment(s) during the year?
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If "Yes,"
Is
the organization
see the instructions
an educational
and file
institution
Form 4720,
subject
Schedule
to theN.
section 4968 excise tax on net investment income?
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.
If "Yes," complete Form 4720, Schedule O.
Section 501(c)(21) organizations. Did the trust, any disqualified person, or mine operator engage in any activities
that would result in the imposition of an excise tax under section 4951, 4952, or 4953? .
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If "Yes," complete Form 6069.
No
15
No
16
No
17
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Form 990 (2021)
Part VI
Governance, Management, and Disclosure. For each "Yes" response to lines 2 through 7b below, and for a "No" response to lines
8a, 8b, or 10b below, describe the circumstances, processes, or changes in Schedule O. See instructions.
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VI .
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Section A. Governing Body and Management
Yes
1a Enter the number of voting members of the governing body at the end of the tax
year
If there are material differences in voting rights among members of the governing
1a
15
1b
15
No
body, or if the governing body delegated broad authority to an executive committee
or similar committee, explain in Schedule O.
b Enter the number of voting members included in line 1a, above, who are
independent
2
Did any officer, director, trustee, or key employee have a family relationship or a business relationship with any
other officer, director, trustee, or key employee? .
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Did the organization delegate control over management duties customarily performed by or under the direct
supervision of officers, directors or trustees, or key employees to a management company or other person?
4
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5
Did the organization make any significant changes to its governing documents since the prior Form 990 was
filed?
Did
the. organization become aware during the year of a significant diversion of the organization’s assets? .
6
Did the organization have members or stockholders?
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3
No
4
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7a Did the organization have members, stockholders, or other persons who had the power to elect or appoint one or
more members of the governing body? .
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b Are any governance decisions of the organization reserved to (or subject to approval by) members, stockholders,
or persons other than the governing body? .
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2
No
5
Yes
6
Yes
7a
Yes
7b
No
Did the organization contemporaneously document the meetings held or written actions undertaken during the
year by the following:
a The governing body?
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b Each committee with authority to act on behalf of the governing body?
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Is there any officer, director, trustee, or key employee listed in Part VII, Section A, who cannot be reached at the
organization’s mailing address? If "Yes," provide the names and addresses in Schedule O .
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8a
Yes
8b
Yes
9
9
No
Section B. Policies (This Section B requests information about policies not required by the Internal Revenue Code.)
Yes
10a Did the organization have local chapters, branches, or affiliates?
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b If "Yes," did the organization have written policies and procedures governing the activities of such chapters,
affiliates, and branches to ensure their operations are consistent with the organization's exempt purposes?
10b
11a Has the organization provided a complete copy of this Form 990 to all members of its governing body before filing
11a
the form? .
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b Describe on Schedule O the process, if any, used by the organization to review this Form 990.
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12a Did the organization have a written conflict of interest policy? If "No," go to line 13 .
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b Were officers, directors, or trustees, and key employees required to disclose annually interests that could give
rise to conflicts? .
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No
12a
Yes
12b
Yes
Did the organization regularly and consistently monitor and enforce compliance with the policy? If "Yes," describe
on Schedule O how this was done .
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12c
Yes
13
Did the organization have a written whistleblower policy?
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13
Yes
14
Did the organization have a written document retention and destruction policy?
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14
Yes
15
Did the process for determining compensation of the following persons include a review and approval by
independent persons, comparability data, and contemporaneous substantiation of the deliberation and decision?
15a
Yes
c
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a The organization’s CEO, Executive Director, or top management official
b Other officers or key employees of the organization
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No
15b
No
16a Did the organization invest in, contribute assets to, or participate in a joint venture or similar arrangement with a
taxable entity during the year? .
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16a
No
b If "Yes," did the organization follow a written policy or procedure requiring the organization to evaluate its
participation in joint venture arrangements under applicable federal tax law, and take steps to safeguard the
organization’s exempt status with respect to such arrangements? .
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16b
If "Yes" to line 15a or 15b, describe the process on Schedule O. See instructions.
Section C. Disclosure
17
List the states with which a copy of this Form 990 is required to be filed
18
Section 6104 requires an organization to make its Form 1023 (1024 or 1024A, if applicable), 990, and 990T
(section 501(c)(3)s only) available for public inspection. Indicate how you made these available. Check all that
apply.
19
Describe in Schedule O whether (and if so, how) the organization made its governing documents, conflict of
interest policy, and financial statements available to the public during the tax year.
20
State the name, address, and telephone number of the person who possesses the organization's books and records:
T E R Y D E S H O N G P O B O X 2 6 8 7 P O B O X 2 6 8 7 T U L S A, O K 7 4 1 0 1 ( 9 1 8 ) 7 4 3 4 2 9 7
OK
Own website
Another's website
Upon request
Other (explain in Schedule O)
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Form 990 (2021)
Part VII
Compensation of Officers, Directors,Trustees, Key Employees, Highest Compensated
Employees, and Independent Contractors
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VII .
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Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees
1a Complete this table for all persons required to be listed. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s
tax year.
List all of the organization’s current officers, directors, trustees (whether individuals or organizations), regardless of amount
of compensation. Enter 0 in columns (D), (E), and (F) if no compensation was paid.
List all of the organization’s current key employees, if any. See the instructions for definition of "key employee."
List the organization’s five current highest compensated employees (other than an officer, director, trustee or key employee)
who received reportable compensation (box 5 of Form W2, Form 1099MISC, and/or box 1 of Form 1099NEC) of more than $100,000 from
the
organization and any related organizations.
List all of the organization’s former officers, key employees, or highest compensated employees who received more than $100,000
of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.
List all of the organization’s former directors or trustees that received, in the capacity as a former director or trustee of the
organization, more than $10,000 of reportable compensation from the organization and any related organizations.
See the instructions for the order in which to list the persons above.
Check this box if neither the organization nor any related organization compensated any current officer, director, or trustee.
(A)
Name and title
(B)
Average
hours per
week (list
any hours for
related
organizations
below dotted
line)
(C)
Position (do not check
more than one box, unless
person is both an officer
and a director/trustee)
(D)
Reportable
compensation
from the
organization
(W2/1099
MISC/1099
NEC)
(E)
Reportable
compensation
from related
organizations
(W2/1099
MISC/1099
NEC)
(F)
Estimated
amount of other
compensation
from the
organization
and related
organizations
(1) STACY TURNER
......................................................................
PRESIDENT
15.00
.................
X
X
0
0
0
(2) BOB HANSON
......................................................................
VICE PRESIDE
10.00
.................
X
X
0
0
0
(3) TERY DESHONG
......................................................................
TREASURER
15.00
.................
X
X
0
0
0
(4) CHRIS BRECHTSMITH
......................................................................
SECRETARY
10.00
.................
X
X
0
0
0
(5) DANI BIRD
......................................................................
MEMBER AT LA
10.00
.................
X
X
0
0
0
(6) STEPHEN RUNDELL
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(7) SHANNON FAIR
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(8) LAURA ARROWSMITH
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(9) ANGELYN DALE
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(10) DARCI HAZELWOOD
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(11) WILL VAUGHN
......................................................................
DRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(12) LIZ ORTIZ
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(13) MONIQUE WASHINGTON
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(14) JOE GUETLEIN
......................................................................
DIERCTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(15) JUSTIN ROSS
......................................................................
DIRECTOR
5.00
.................
X
0
0
0
(16) DOROTHY BALLARD
......................................................................
EXECUTIVE DI
15.00
.................
X
0
0
0
X
0.00
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Form 990 (2021)
Section A. Officers, Directors, Trustees, Key Employees, and Highest Compensated Employees (continued)
Part VII
(A)
Name and title
1b SubTotal .
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(B)
Average
hours per
week (list
any hours for
related
organizations
below dotted
line)
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(C)
Position (do not check
more than one box, unless
person is both an officer
and a director/trustee)
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d Total (add lines 1b and 1c) .
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(E)
Reportable
compensation
from related
organizations
(W2/1099
MISC/1099
NEC)
(F)
Estimated
amount of other
compensation
from the
organization and
related
organizations
.
c Total from continuation sheets to Part VII, Section A .
.
(D)
Reportable
compensation
from the
organization (W
2/1099
MISC/1099
NEC)
2
Total number of individuals (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than
$100,000 of reportable compensation from the organization
3
Did the organization list any former officer, director or trustee, key employee, or highest compensated employee
on line 1a? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such individual .
. . . . . . . . . . . . .
3
No
4
For any individual listed on line 1a, is the sum of reportable compensation and other compensation from the
organization and related organizations greater than $150,000? If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such
individual
4
No
5
No
Yes
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5
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Did any person listed on line 1a receive or accrue compensation from any unrelated organization or individual for
services rendered to the organization?If "Yes," complete Schedule J for such person .
. . . . . . .
No
Section B. Independent Contractors
1
Complete this table for your five highest compensated independent contractors that received more than $100,000 of
compensation from the organization. Report compensation for the calendar year ending with or within the organization’s tax year.
(A)
Name and business address
(B)
Description of services
(C)
Compensation
2 Total number of independent contractors (including but not limited to those listed above) who received more than
$100,000 of compensation from the organization
Form 990 (2021)
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Form 990 (2021)
Statement of Revenue
Part VIII
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part VIII .
(A)
Total revenue
.
.
.
.
.
(B)
Related or
exempt
function
revenue
Contributions, Gifts, Grants, and OtherAmt Similar Amounts 1a Federated campaigns .
b Membership dues .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
(D)
Revenue
excluded from
tax under sections
512 514
1a
.
c Fundraising events .
.
(C)
Unrelated
business
revenue
1b
.
352,600
1c
d Related organizations
1d
e Government grants (contributions)
1e
412,369
1f
155,228
f All other contributions, gifts, grants,
and similar amounts not included
above
g Noncash contributions included in
lines 1a 1f:$
1g
h Total. Add lines 1a1f .
.
.
.
5,114
.
.
.
920,197
Business Code
116,436
2a INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY SERVICE
116,436
624100
b
c
d
e
f All other program service revenue.
g Total. Add lines 2a–2f.
.
.
.
116,436
.
3 Investment income (including dividends, interest, and
other
.
.
. taxexempt
.
.
.
4 similar
Incomeamounts)
from investment
of
bond proceeds
5 Royalties .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
(i) Real
6a Gross rents
6a
Less: rental
expenses
6b
b
c
Rental
6c
income or
(loss)
d Net rental income or (loss) .
from sales of
assets other
than inventory
b
c
14
.
(ii) Personal
.
.
.
.
(i) Securities
7a Gross amount
14
.
.
(ii) Other
7a
Less: cost or
other basis and
sales expenses
7b
Gain or (loss)
7c
d Net gain or (loss) .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
8a Gross income from fundraising events
(not including $
352,600 of
contributions reported on line 1c).
See Part IV, line 18 .
.
.
.
188,625
8a
347,424
b Less: direct expenses
8b
. income
.
. or (loss) from fundraising events .
c Net
9a Gross income from gaming
activities.
9a
See Part IV, line 19 .
.
.
b Less: direct expenses
9b
. income
.
. or (loss) from gaming activities .
c Net
10a Gross sales of inventory, less
returns and allowances .
.
158,799
.
.
46,741
10a
25,730
b Less: cost of goods sold
10b
.
.
c Net income or (loss) from sales of inventory .
Miscellaneous Revenue
.
21,011
21,011
898,859
137,447
Business Code
11a
b
c
d All other revenue
.
.
e Total. Add lines 11a–11d
.
.
.
.
12 Total revenue. See instructions .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
14
Form 990 (2021)
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Form 990 (2021)
Part IX
Statement of Functional Expenses
Section 501(c)(3) and 501(c)(4) organizations must complete all columns. All other organizations must complete column (A).
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX .
Do not include amounts reported on lines 6b,
7b, 8b, 9b, and 10b of Part VIII.
.
.
.
(B)
Program service
expenses
(A)
Total expenses
.
.
.
.
.
.
(C)
Management and
general expenses
.
.
.
.
(D)
Fundraising
expenses
1 Grants and other assistance to domestic organizations
and domestic governments. See Part IV, line 21
.
.
.
.
2 Grants and other assistance to domestic individuals. See
Part IV, line 22 . . . . . . . . . . .
3 Grants and other assistance to foreign organizations,
foreign governments, and foreign individuals. See Part IV,
lines 15 and 16.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
4 Benefits paid to or for members
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
5 Compensation of current officers, directors, trustees, and
key employees .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
6 Compensation not included above, to disqualified persons
(as defined under section 4958(f)(1)) and persons
described in section 4958(c)(3)(B)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
7 Other salaries and wages .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
339,464
254,598
67,893
16,973
22,234
16,675
4,447
1,112
28,133
21,100
5,627
1,406
19,308
14,481
3,862
965
9,684
7,263
1,937
484
8 Pension plan accruals and contributions (include section
401(k) and 403(b) employer contributions)
.
.
.
.
9 Other employee benefits
10 Payroll taxes
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
11 Fees for services (nonemployees):
a Management
.
.
.
.
.
.
b Legal
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
c Accounting
d Lobbying
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
e Professional fundraising services. See Part IV, line 17
f Investment management fees
.
.
.
.
.
27,979
27,979
.
g Other (If line 11g amount exceeds 10% of line 25,
column (A) amount, list line 11g expenses on Schedule
O)
22,666
22,666
59,440
44,581
11,887
2,972
60,540
45,405
12,108
3,027
3,411
2,558
682
171
85
85
21,443
16,082
4,289
1,072
a CENTER PROGRAMS
223,019
223,019
b BUILDING MAINTENANCE
50,335
37,751
10,067
2,517
c EMPLOYEE EXPENSES
29,709
22,282
5,942
1,485
d BANK CHARGES AND FEES
14,832
11,124
2,966
742
12 Advertising and promotion
13 Office expenses
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
14 Information technology
.
.
.
.
.
15 Royalties
.
.
.
.
16 Occupancy
17 Travel
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
18 Payments of travel or entertainment expenses for any
federal, state, or local public officials .
19 Conferences, conventions, and meetings
20 Interest
.
.
.
.
21 Payments to affiliates
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
22 Depreciation, depletion, and amortization
23 Insurance
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
24 Other expenses. Itemize expenses not covered above
(List miscellaneous expenses in line 24e. If line 24e
amount exceeds 10% of line 25, column (A) amount, list
line 24e expenses on Schedule O.)
e All other expenses
25 Total functional expenses. Add lines 1 through 24e
24,727
22,234
2,250
243
957,009
761,904
133,957
61,148
26 Joint costs. Complete this line only if the organization
reported in column (B) joint costs from a combined
educational campaign and fundraising solicitation.
Check here
if following SOP 982 (ASC 958720).
Form 990 (2021)
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Form 990 (2021)
Part X
Balance Sheet
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part IX .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
(A)
Beginning of year
1
2
Cash–noninterestbearing
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
2,000
.
3
Savings and temporary cash investments
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Pledges and grants receivable, net .
.
4
Accounts receivable, net
5
7
Loans and other receivables from any current or former officer, director,
trustee, key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35%
controlled entity or family member of any of these persons
Loans
.
. and
. other
.
.receivables
.
.
from other disqualified persons (as defined
under section 4958(f)(1)), and persons described in section 4958(c)(3)(B)
. . .
Notes and loans receivable, net .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
8
Inventories for sale or use
9
Prepaid expenses and deferred charges
6
10a
b
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
2,213,344
Less: accumulated depreciation
10b
813,108
12
Investments—other securities. See Part IV, line 11
.
13
Investments—programrelated. See Part IV, line 11
14
Intangible assets
15
2,410
2
7,000
3
4
5
6
7
10c
1,400,236
78,333
11
57,857
.
.
.
.
.
16
Other assets. See Part IV, line 11
.
.assets.
.
. Add
. lines
.
.1 through
.
.
. (must
.
Total
15
equal line 33)
.
.
.
17
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
18
Grants payable
19
Deferred revenue
20
Taxexempt bond liabilities
21
Escrow or custodial account liability. Complete Part IV of Schedule D
21
22
22
23
Loans and other payables to any current or former officer, director, trustee,
key employee, creator or founder, substantial contributor, or 35%
controlled entity or family member of any of these persons
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Secured mortgages and notes payable to unrelated third parties
.
.
24
Unsecured notes and loans payable to unrelated third parties
24
25
Other liabilities (including federal income tax, payables to related third
parties, and other liabilities not included on lines 17 24).
Complete Part X of Schedule D
26
Total liabilities. Add lines 17 through 25
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
28
13
14
15
1,625,819
16
1,574,711
3,373
17
10,415
.
.
18
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
19
.
.
.
.
20
.
.
25
3,373
26
10,415
1,589,892
27
1,531,742
32,554
28
32,554
and complete
lines 27, 28, 32, and 33.
Net assets without donor restrictions
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Net assets with donor restrictions
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Organizations that do not follow FASB ASC 958, check here
and
complete lines 29 through 33.
Capital stock or trust principal, or current funds
30
Paidin or capital surplus, or land, building or equipment fund
31
Retained earnings, endowment, accumulated income, or other funds
32
Total net assets or fund balances
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Total liabilities and net assets/fund balances
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
23
.
29
33
.
.
Organizations that follow FASB ASC 958, check here
27
12
.
.
13,016
1,400,236
.
.
.
8
.
.
.
.
9
10a
Investments—publicly traded securities
.
(B)
End of year
101,192
.
Land, buildings, and equipment: cost or
other basis. Complete Part VI of Schedule D
11
.
1
13,016
.
.
125,234
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
29
.
.
30
31
1,622,446
32
1,625,819
33
1,564,296
1,574,711
Form 990 (2021)
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Form 990 (2021)
Part XI
Reconcilliation of Net Assets
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XI .
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
1
Total revenue (must equal Part VIII, column (A), line 12)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
1
898,859
2
Total expenses (must equal Part IX, column (A), line 25)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
2
957,009
3
Revenue less expenses. Subtract line 2 from line 1
4
Net assets or fund balances at beginning of year (must equal Part X, line 32, column (A))
.
.
5
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments
.
.
6
Donated services and use of facilities
7
Investment expenses
8
Prior period adjustments
9
Other changes in net assets or fund balances (explain in Schedule O)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
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.
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.
.
.
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.
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.
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.
.
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.
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.
.
.
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.
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.
.
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.
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.
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.
.
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.
.
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.
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.
.
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.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
6
7
.
8
.
9
Net assets or fund balances at end of year. Combine lines 3 through 9 (must equal Part X, line 32, column
Part(B))
XII
Financial Statements and Reporting
.
.
.
1,622,446
.
10
Check if Schedule O contains a response or note to any line in this Part XII .
58,150
4
5
.
.
3
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
10
.
.
1,564,296
.
.
.
.
Yes
1
Accounting method used to prepare the Form 990:
Cash
Accrual
.
No
Other
If the organization changed its method of accounting from a prior year or checked "Other," explain on
Schedule O.
2a Were the organization’s financial statements compiled or reviewed by an independent accountant?
2a
No
2b
No
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were compiled or reviewed on
a separate basis, consolidated basis, or both:
Separate basis
Consolidated basis
Both consolidated and separate basis
b Were the organization’s financial statements audited by an independent accountant?
If ‘Yes,’ check a box below to indicate whether the financial statements for the year were audited on a separate
basis, consolidated basis, or both:
Separate basis
c
Consolidated basis
Both consolidated and separate basis
If "Yes," to line 2a or 2b, does the organization have a committee that assumes responsibility for oversight
of the audit, review, or compilation of its financial statements and selection of an independent accountant?
2c
If the organization changed either its oversight process or selection process during the tax year, explain in
Schedule O.
3a As a result of a federal award, was the organization required to undergo an audit or audits as set forth in the
Single Audit Act and OMB Circular A133?
3a
b If "Yes," did the organization undergo the required audit or audits? If the organization did not undergo the
required audit or audits, explain why in Schedule O and describe any steps taken to undergo such audits.
3b
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Special Condition Description
�SCHEDULE A
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
OMB No. 15450047
Public Charity Status and Public Support
2021
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Name of the organization
Open to Public
Inspection
Employer identification number
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
731300864
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status (All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions.
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 12, check only one box.)
1
A church, convention of churches, or association of churches described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(i).
2
A school described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(ii). (Attach Schedule E (Form 990).)
3
A hospital or a cooperative hospital service organization described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii).
4
A medical research organization operated in conjunction with a hospital described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(iii). Enter the
hospital's name, city, and state:
5
An organization operated for the benefit of a college or university owned or operated by a governmental unit described in section
170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
A federal, state, or local government or governmental unit described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(v).
7
An organization that normally receives a substantial part of its support from a governmental unit or from the general public
described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)
8
A community trust described in section 170(b)(1)(A)(vi). (Complete Part II.)
9
An agricultural research organization described in 170(b)(1)(A)(ix) operated in conjunction with a landgrant college or
university or a nonland grant college of agriculture. See instructions. Enter the name, city, and state of the college or university:
10
An organization that normally receives: (1) more than 331/3% of its support from contributions, membership fees, and gross
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 33 1/3% of its support
from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses acquired by the
organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
11
An organization organized and operated exclusively to test for public safety. See section 509(a)(4).
12
An organization organized and operated exclusively for the benefit of, to perform the functions of, or to carry out the purposes of
one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2). See section 509(a)(3). C h e c k
the box on lines 12a through 12d that describes the type of supporting organization and complete lines 12e, 12f, and 12g.
a
Type I. A supporting organization operated, supervised, or controlled by its supported organization(s), typically by giving the
supported organization(s) the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the directors or trustees of the supporting
organization. You must complete Part IV, Sections A and B.
b
Type II. A supporting organization supervised or controlled in connection with its supported organization(s), by having control or
management of the supporting organization vested in the same persons that control or manage the supported organization(s). You
must complete Part IV, Sections A and C.
c
Type III functionally integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with, and functionally integrated with, its
supported organization(s) (see instructions). You must complete Part IV, Sections A, D, and E.
d
Type III nonfunctionally integrated. A supporting organization operated in connection with its supported organization(s) that is
not functionally integrated. The organization generally must satisfy a distribution requirement and an attentiveness requirement
(see instructions). You must complete Part IV, Sections A and D, and Part V.
e
Check this box if the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II, Type III functionally
integrated, or Type III nonfunctionally integrated supporting organization.
f
g
Enter the number of supported organizations
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported
organization
(ii) E I N
(iii) Type of
organization
(described on lines
1 10 above (see
instructions))
(iv) Is the organization
listed in your governing
document?
Yes
(v) Amount of
monetary support
(see instructions)
(vi) Amount of
other support (see
instructions)
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for
Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
�Page 2
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Sections 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under
Part III. If the organization failed to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
Part II
Calendar year
(a) 2 0 1 7
(b) 2 0 1 8
(c) 2 0 1 9
(d) 2 0 2 0
(e) 2 0 2 1
(f) Total
(or fiscal year beginning in)
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and
834,790
936,077
842,043
1,064,421
920,197
4,597,528
membership fees received. (Do not
include any "unusual grant.") . .
2 Tax revenues levied for the
organization's benefit and either
paid to or expended on its behalf
. . . .
3 The value of services or facilities
furnished by a governmental unit to
the organization without charge..
834,790
936,077
842,043
1,064,421
920,197
4,597,528
4 Total. Add lines 1 through 3
5 The portion of total contributions by
each person (other than a
governmental unit or publicly
115,999
supported organization) included on
line 1 that exceeds 2% of the
amount shown on line 11, column
(f) . .
6 Public support. Subtract line 5 from
4,481,529
line 4.
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(a) 2 0 1 7
(b) 2 0 1 8
(c) 2 0 1 9
(d) 2 0 2 0
(e) 2 0 2 1
(f) Total
(or fiscal year beginning in)
834,790
936,077
842,043
1,064,421
920,197
4,597,528
7 Amounts from line 4. .
8 Gross income from interest,
dividends, payments received on
14
14
securities loans, rents, royalties
and income from similar sources
. . .
9 Net income from unrelated
business activities, whether or not
the business is regularly carried
on. .
10 Other income. Do not include gain
728
15,049
9,762
20,353
137,788
93,352
or loss from the sale of capital
assets (Explain in Part VI.). .
11 Total support. Add lines 7 through
4,504,190
10
12 Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (see instructions) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
12
351,802
13
First 5 years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public support percentage for 2021 (line 6, column (f) divided by line 11, column (f)) . . . . . . . . .
15
Public support percentage for 2020 Schedule A, Part II, line 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
14
99.500 %
15
71.400 %
16a 33 1/3% support test—2021. If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b
33 1/3% support test—2020. If the organization did not check a box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
17a 10%factsandcircumstances test—2021. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b, and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part VI how the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
b 10%factsandcircumstances test—2020. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a, and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part VI how the organization meets the "factsandcircumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly
supported organization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a, or 17b, check this box and see
instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in Section 509(a)(2)
(Complete only if you checked the box on line 10 of Part I or if the organization failed to qualify under Part
II. If the organization fails to qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year
(or fiscal year beginning in)
1 Gifts, grants, contributions, and
membership fees received. (Do not
include any "unusual grants.") .
2 Gross receipts from admissions,
merchandise sold or services
performed, or facilities furnished in
any activity that is related to the
organization's taxexempt purpose
3 Gross receipts from activities that
are not an unrelated trade or
business under section 513
. . . . .
4 Tax revenues levied for the
organization's benefit and either
paid to or expended on its behalf
. . .
5 The value of services or facilities
furnished by a governmental unit to
the organization without charge
6 Total. Add lines 1 through 5
7a Amounts included on lines 1, 2,
and 3 received from disqualified
persons
b Amounts included on lines 2 and 3
received from other than
disqualified persons that exceed
the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the
amount on line 13 for the year.
c Add lines 7a and 7b. .
8 Public support. (Subtract line 7c
from line 6.)
(a) 2 0 1 7
(b) 2 0 1 8
(c) 2 0 1 9
(d) 2 0 2 0
(e) 2 0 2 1
(f) Total
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year
(a) 2 0 1 7
(b) 2 0 1 8
(c) 2 0 1 9
(d) 2 0 2 0
(e) 2 0 2 1
(f) Total
(or fiscal year beginning in)
9 Amounts from line 6. . .
10a Gross income from interest,
dividends, payments received on
securities loans, rents, royalties
and income from similar sources
. .
b Unrelated business taxable income
(less section 511 taxes) from
businesses acquired after June 30,
1 9 7 5.
c Add lines 10a and 10b.
11 Net income from unrelated
business activities not included on
line 10b, whether or not the
business is regularly carried on.
12 Other income. Do not include gain
or loss from the sale of capital
assets (Explain in Part VI.) . .
13 Total support. (Add lines 9, 10c,
11, and 12.). .
First 5 years. If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a section 501(c)(3) organization,
14
check this box and stop here. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public support percentage for 2021 (line 8, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) . . . . . . . . .
15
16
Public support percentage from 2020 Schedule A, Part III, line 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
16
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2021 (line 10c, column (f) divided by line 13, column (f)) . . . . . .
17
18
Investment income percentage from 2020 Schedule A, Part III, line 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . .
18
19a 331/3% support tests—2021. If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3%, and line 17 is not
more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . . . . .
b 33 1/3% support tests—2020. If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18
is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization . . . .
20
Private foundation. If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a, or 19b, check this box and see instructions . . . .
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Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
Part IV
Supporting Organizations
checked
checked box
(Complete only if you checked a box on line 12 of Part I. If you checked box 12a, of Part I, complete Sections A and B. If you
box 12b, of Part I, complete Sections A and C. If you checked box 12c, of Part I, complete Sections A, D, and E. If you
12d, of Part I, complete Sections A and D, and complete Part V.)
Section A. All Supporting Organizations
Yes
1
Are all of the organization’s supported organizations listed by name in the organization’s governing documents?
If "No," describe in Part VI how the supported organizations are designated. If designated by class or purpose,
describe the designation. If historic and continuing relationship, explain.
1
2
Did the organization have any supported organization that does not have an IRS determination of status under
section 509(a)(1) or (2)? If "Yes," explain in Part VI how the organization determined that the supported organization
was described in section 509(a)(1) or (2).
2
3a
Did the organization have a supported organization described in section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6)? If "Yes," answer lines
3b and 3c below.
b
Did the organization confirm that each supported organization qualified under section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) and
satisfied the public support tests under section 509(a)(2)? If "Yes," describe in Part VI when and how the organization
made the determination.
c
Did the organization ensure that all support to such organizations was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B)
purposes? If "Yes," explain in Part VI what controls the organization put in place to ensure such use.
4a
Was any supported organization not organized in the United States ("foreign supported organization")? If “Yes” and if
you checked box 12a or 12b in Part I, answer lines 4b and 4c below.
b
Did the organization have ultimate control and discretion in deciding whether to make grants to the foreign supported
organization? If “Yes,” describe in Part VI how the organization had such control and discretion despite being controlled
or supervised by or in connection with its supported organizations.
c
5a
b
c
Did the organization support any foreign supported organization that does not have an IRS determination under
sections 501(c)(3) and 509(a)(1) or (2)? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI what controls the organization used to ensure that
all support to the foreign supported organization was used exclusively for section 170(c)(2)(B) purposes.
Did the organization add, substitute, or remove any supported organizations during the tax year? If “Yes,” answer
lines 5b and 5c below (if applicable). Also, provide detail in Part VI, including (i) the names and EIN numbers of the
supported organizations added, substituted, or removed; (ii) the reasons for each such action; (iii) the authority under the
organization's organizing document authorizing such action; and (iv) how the action was accomplished (such as by
amendment to the organizing document).
Type I or Type II only. Was any added or substituted supported organization part of a class already designated in the
organization's organizing document?
3a
3b
3c
4a
4b
4c
5a
5b
Substitutions only. Was the substitution the result of an event beyond the organization's control?
5c
6
Did the organization provide support (whether in the form of grants or the provision of services or facilities) to anyone
other than (i) its supported organizations, (ii) individuals that are part of the charitable class benefited by one or
more of its supported organizations, or (iii) other supporting organizations that also support or benefit one or more of
the filing organization’s supported organizations? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
6
7
Did the organization provide a grant, loan, compensation, or other similar payment to a substantial contributor
(defined in section 4958(c)(3)(C)), a family member of a substantial contributor, or a 35% controlled entity with
regard to a substantial contributor? If “Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990) .
7
8
Did the organization make a loan to a disqualified person (as defined in section 4958) not described on line 7? I f
“Yes,” complete Part I of Schedule L (Form 990).
9a
Was the organization controlled directly or indirectly at any time during the tax year by one or more disqualified
persons, as defined in section 4946 (other than foundation managers and organizations described in section 509(a)
(1) or (2))? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
b
Did one or more disqualified persons (as defined on line 9a) hold a controlling interest in any entity in which the
supporting organization had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
c
Did a disqualified person (as defined on line 9a) have an ownership interest in, or derive any personal benefit from,
assets in which the supporting organization also had an interest? If “Yes,” provide detail in Part VI.
10a
Was the organization subject to the excess business holdings rules of section 4943 because of section 4943(f)
(regarding certain Type II supporting organizations, and all Type III nonfunctionally integrated supporting
organizations)? If “Yes,” answer line 10b below.
b
Did the organization have any excess business holdings in the tax year? (Use Schedule C, Form 4720, to determine
whether the organization had excess business holdings).
No
8
9a
9b
9c
10a
10b
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Part IV
11
Supporting Organizations (continued)
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Has the organization accepted a gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
a
A person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described on lines 11b and 11c
below, the governing body of a supported organization?
11a
b
A family member of a person described on 11a above?
11b
c
A 35% controlled entity of a person described on line 11a or 11b above? If “Yes” to 11a, 11b, or 11c, provide detail in
Part VI.
11c
Section B. Type I Supporting Organizations
1
Did the officers, directors, trustees, or membership of one or more supported organizations have the power to
regularly appoint or elect at least a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees at all times during the tax
year? If “No,” describe in Part VI how the supported organization(s) effectively operated, supervised, or controlled the
organization’s activities. If the organization had more than one supported organization, describe how the powers to appoint
and/or remove directors or trustees were allocated among the supported organizations and what conditions or restrictions,
if any, applied to such powers during the tax year.
2
Did the organization operate for the benefit of any supported organization other than the supported organization(s)
that operated, supervised, or controlled the supporting organization? If “Yes,” explain in Part VI how providing such
benefit carried out the purposes of the supported organization(s) that operated, supervised or controlled the supporting
organization.
1
2
Section C. Type II Supporting Organizations
1
Were a majority of the organization’s directors or trustees during the tax year also a majority of the directors or
trustees of each of the organization’s supported organization(s)? If “No,” describe in Part VI how control or
management of the supporting organization was vested in the same persons that controlled or managed the supported
organization(s).
1
Section D. All Type III Supporting Organizations
1
Did the organization provide to each of its supported organizations, by the last day of the fifth month of the
organization’s tax year, (i) a written notice describing the type and amount of support provided during the prior tax
year, (ii) a copy of the Form 990 that was most recently filed as of the date of notification, and (iii) copies of the
organization’s governing documents in effect on the date of notification, to the extent not previously provided?
2
Were any of the organization’s officers, directors, or trustees either (i) appointed or elected by the supported
organization(s) or (ii) serving on the governing body of a supported organization? If "No," explain in Part VI how the
organization maintained a close and continuous working relationship with the supported organization(s).
3
By reason of the relationship described in line 2 above, did the organization’s supported organizations have a
significant voice in the organization’s investment policies and in directing the use of the organization’s income or
assets at all times during the tax year? If "Yes," describe in Part VI the role the organization’s supported organizations
played in this regard.
1
2
3
Section E. Type III FunctionallyIntegrated Supporting Organizations
1
2
Check the box next to the method that the organization used to satisfy the Integral Part Test during the year (see instructions):
a
The organization satisfied the Activities Test. Complete line 2 below.
b
The organization is the parent of each of its supported organizations. Complete line 3 below.
c
The organization supported a governmental entity. Describe in Part VI how you supported a government entity (see
instructions)
Activities Test. Answer lines 2a and 2b below.
Yes
a Did substantially all of the organization’s activities during the tax year directly further the exempt purposes of the
supported organization(s) to which the organization was responsive? If "Yes," then in Part VI identify those
supported organizations and explain how these activities directly furthered their exempt purposes, how the
organization was responsive to those supported organizations, and how the organization determined that these activities
constituted substantially all of its activities.
b Did the activities described on line 2a, above constitute activities that, but for the organization’s involvement, one or
more of the organization’s supported organization(s) would have been engaged in? If "Yes," explain in Part VI the
reasons for the organization’s position that its supported organization(s) would have engaged in these activities but for the
organization’s involvement.
3
No
2a
2b
Parent of Supported Organizations. Answer lines 3a and 3b below.
a Did the organization have the power to regularly appoint or elect a majority of the officers, directors, or trustees of
each of the supported organizations?If "Yes" or "No", provide details in Part VI.
b Did the organization exercise a substantial degree of direction over the policies, programs and activities of each of
its supported organizations? If "Yes," describe in Part VI. the role played by the organization in this regard.
3a
3b
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Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
Part V
Type III NonFunctionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting Organizations
1
Check here if the organization satisfied the Integral Part Test as a qualifying trust on Nov. 20, 1970 (explain in Part VI). See
instructions. All other Type III nonfunctionally integrated supporting organizations must complete Sections A through E.
Section A Adjusted Net Income
1
Net shortterm capital gain
1
2
Recoveries of prioryear distributions
2
3
Other gross income (see instructions)
3
4
Add lines 1 through 3
4
5
Depreciation and depletion
5
6
Portion of operating expenses paid or incurred for production or collection of
gross income or for management, conservation, or maintenance of property held
for production of income (see instructions)
6
7
Other expenses (see instructions)
7
8
Adjusted Net Income (subtract lines 5, 6 and 7 from line 4)
8
Section B Minimum Asset Amount
1
Aggregate fair market value of all nonexemptuse assets (see instructions for
short tax year or assets held for part of year):
(A) Prior Year
(B) Current Year
(optional)
(A) Prior Year
(B) Current Year
(optional)
1
a Average monthly value of securities
1a
b Average monthly cash balances
1b
c Fair market value of other nonexemptuse assets
1c
d Total (add lines 1a, 1b, and 1c)
1d
e Discount claimed for blockage or other factors
(explain in detail in Part VI):
2
Acquisition indebtedness applicable to nonexempt use assets
2
3
Subtract line 2 from line 1d
3
4
Cash deemed held for exempt use. Enter 0.015 of line 3 (for greater amount, see
instructions).
4
5
Net value of nonexemptuse assets (subtract line 4 from line 3)
5
6
Multiply line 5 by 0.035
6
7
Recoveries of prioryear distributions
7
8
Minimum Asset Amount (add line 7 to line 6)
8
Current Year
Section C Distributable Amount
1
Adjusted net income for prior year (from Section A, line 8, Column A)
1
2
Enter 85% of line 1
2
3
Minimum asset amount for prior year (from Section B, line 8, Column A)
3
4
Enter greater of line 2 or line 3
4
5
Income tax imposed in prior year
5
6
Distributable Amount. Subtract line 5 from line 4, unless subject to emergency
temporary reduction (see instructions)
6
7
Check here if the current year is the organization's first as a nonfunctionallyintegrated Type III supporting organization (see
instructions)
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Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
Part V
Type III NonFunctionally Integrated 509(a)(3) Supporting
Section DOrganizations
Distributions
1
(continued)
Current Year
Amounts paid to supported organizations to accomplish exempt purposes
1
2 Amounts paid to perform activity that directly furthers exempt purposes of supported
organizations, in
excess of income from activity
2
3
Administrative expenses paid to accomplish exempt purposes of supported organizations
3
4
Amounts paid to acquire exemptuse assets
4
5
Qualified setaside amounts (prior IRS approval required provide details in Part VI)
5
6
Other distributions (describe in Part VI). See instructions
6
7 Total annual distributions. Add lines 1 through 6.
7
8 Distributions to attentive supported organizations to which the organization is responsive
(provide
details in Part VI). See instructions
8
9
9
Distributable amount for 2021 from Section C, line 6
10 Line 8 amount divided by Line 9 amount
Section E Distribution Allocations
(see instructions)
10
(i)
Excess Distributions
(ii)
Underdistributions
Pre2021
(iii)
Distributable
Amount for 2021
1 Distributable amount for 2021 from Section C, line 6
2 Underdistributions, if any, for years prior to 2021
(reasonable cause required explain in Part VI
).
See instructions.
3 Excess distributions carryover, if any, to 2021:
a From 2016.
.
.
.
.
.
b From 2017.
.
.
.
.
.
.
c From 2018.
.
.
.
.
.
.
d From 2019.
.
.
.
.
.
.
e
.
.
.
.
.
.
From 2020.
.
f Total of lines 3a through e
g Applied to underdistributions of prior years
h Applied to 2021 distributable amount
i Carryover from 2016 not applied (see
instructions)
j Remainder. Subtract lines 3g, 3h, and 3i from line 3f.
4 Distributions for 2021 from Section D, line 7:
$
a Applied to underdistributions of prior years
b Applied to 2021 distributable amount
c Remainder. Subtract lines 4a and 4b from line 4.
5 Remaining underdistributions for years prior to
2021, if any. Subtract lines 3g and 4a from line 2.
If the amount is greater than zero, explain in Part VI
.
See instructions.
6 Remaining underdistributions for 2021. Subtract
lines 3h and 4b from line 1. If the amount is greater
than zero, explain in Part VI. See instructions.
7 Excess distributions carryover to 2022. Add lines
3j and 4c.
8 Breakdown of line 7:
a Excess from 2017.
.
.
.
b Excess from 2018.
.
.
.
.
c Excess from 2019.
.
.
.
.
d Excess from 2020.
.
.
.
.
e
.
.
.
.
Excess from 2021.
.
Schedule A (Form 990) (2021)
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Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
Part VI
Supplemental Information. Provide the explanations required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; Part III, line 12;
Part IV, Section A, lines 1, 2, 3b, 3c, 4b, 4c, 5a, 6, 9a, 9b, 9c, 11a, 11b, and 11c; Part IV, Section B, lines 1 and 2; Part IV,
Section C, line 1; Part IV, Section D, lines 2 and 3; Part IV, Section E, lines 1c, 2a, 2b, 3a and 3b; Part V, line 1; Part V,
Section B, line 1e; Part V Section D, lines 5, 6, and 8; and Part V, Section E, lines 2, 5, and 6. Also complete this part for any
additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
Return Reference
PART II, LINE 10
Explanation
93,352
Schedule A (Form 990) 2021
�Additional Data
Return to Form
Software ID:
Software Version:
�Political Campaign and Lobbying Activities
OMB No. 15450047
For Organizations Exempt From Income Tax Under section 501(c) and section 527
2021
Complete if the organization is described below.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Open to Public
Inspection
SCHEDULE C
(Form 990)
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 3, or Form 990EZ, Part V, line 46 (Political Campaign Activities), then
Section 501(c)(3) organizations: Complete Parts IA and B. Do not complete Part IC.
Section 501(c) (other than section 501(c)(3)) organizations: Complete Parts IA and C below. Do not complete Part IB.
Section 527 organizations: Complete Part IA only.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 4, or Form 990EZ, Part VI, line 47 (Lobbying Activities), then
Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part IIA. Do not complete Part IIB.
Section 501(c)(3) organizations that have NOT filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)): Complete Part IIB. Do not complete Part IIA.
If the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, Line 5 (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions) or Form 990EZ, Part V,
line 35c (Proxy Tax) (see separate instructions), then
Section 501(c)(4), (5), or (6) organizations: Complete Part III.
Name of the organization
Employer identification number
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
731300864
Part IA
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c) or is a section 527 organization.
1
Provide a description of the organization’s direct and indirect political campaign activities in Part IV. See instructions for
definition of “political campaign activities."
2
Political campaign activity expenditures. See instructions ....................................................................
3
Volunteer hours for political campaign activities. See instructions ..................................................................
Part IB
$
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by the organization under section 4955 ................................
$
2
Enter the amount of any excise tax incurred by organization managers under section 4955 .......................
$
3
If the organization incurred a section 4955 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? .........................................
Yes
No
4a
Was a correction made? ......................................................................................................................
Yes
No
b
If "Yes," describe in Part IV.
Part IC
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c), except section 501(c)(3).
1
Enter the amount directly expended by the filing organization for section 527 exempt function activities .....
$
2
Enter the amount of the filing organization's funds contributed to other organizations for section 527
exempt function activities ............................................................................................................................
$
3
Total exempt function expenditures. Add lines 1 and 2. Enter here and on Form 1120POL, line 17b...........
$
4
Did the filing organization file Form 1120POL for this year? ...................................................................
5
Enter the names, addresses and employer identification number (EIN) of all section 527 political organizations to which the filing
organization made payments. For each organization listed, enter the amount paid from the filing organization’s funds. Also enter the
amount of political contributions received that were promptly and directly delivered to a separate political organization, such as a
separate segregated fund or a political action committee (PAC). If additional space is needed, provide information in Part IV.
(a) N a m e
(b) A d d r e s s
(c) E I N
Yes
No
(d) Amount paid from
(e) Amount of
filing organization's political contributions
funds. If none, enter
received and
0.
promptly and directly
delivered to a
separate political
organization. If none,
enter 0.
1
2
3
4
5
6
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 50084S
Schedule C (Form 990) 2021
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Schedule C (Form 990) 2021
Part IIA
A
Check
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and filed Form 5768 (election
under section 501(h)).
if the filing organization belongs to an affiliated group (and list in Part IV each affiliated group member's name, address, EIN,
expenses, and share of excess lobbying expenditures).
B
Check
if the filing organization checked box A and "limited control" provisions apply.
Limits on Lobbying Expenditures
(The term "expenditures" means amounts paid or incurred.)
1a
Total lobbying expenditures to influence public opinion (grass roots lobbying) ......................
b
Total lobbying expenditures to influence a legislative body (direct lobbying) ........................
c
Total lobbying expenditures (add lines 1a and 1b) ............................................................
d
Other exempt purpose expenditures ...............................................................................
e
Total exempt purpose expenditures (add lines 1c and 1d) ..................................................
f
Lobbying nontaxable amount. Enter the amount from the following table in both
columns.
If the amount on line 1e, column (a) or (b) is:
The lobbying nontaxable amount is:
Not over $500,000
20% of the amount on line 1e.
Over $500,000 but not over $1,000,000
$100,000 plus 15% of the excess over $500,000.
Over $1,000,000 but not over $1,500,000
$175,000 plus 10% of the excess over $1,000,000.
Over $1,500,000 but not over $17,000,000
$225,000 plus 5% of the excess over $1,500,000.
Over $17,000,000
$1,000,000.
(a) Filing
organization's
totals
g
Grassroots nontaxable amount (enter 25% of line 1f) .................................................
h
Subtract line 1g from line 1a. If zero or less, enter 0. ................................................
i
Subtract line 1f from line 1c. If zero or less, enter 0. ................................................
j
If there is an amount other than zero on either line 1h or line 1i, did the organization file Form 4720 reporting
section 4911 tax for this year? ...................................................................................................................
(b) Affiliated group
totals
Yes
No
4Year Averaging Period Under Section 501(h)
(Some organizations that made a section 501(h) election do not have to complete all of the five
columns below. See the separate instructions for lines 2a through 2f.)
Lobbying Expenditures During 4Year Averaging Period
Calendar year (or fiscal year
beginning in)
2a
Lobbying nontaxable amount
b
Lobbying ceiling amount
(150% of line 2a, column(e))
c
Total lobbying expenditures
d
Grassroots nontaxable amount
e
Grassroots ceiling amount
(150% of line 2d, column (e))
f
Grassroots lobbying expenditures
(a) 2 0 1 8
(b) 2 0 1 9
(c) 2 0 2 0
(d) 2 0 2 1
(e) Total
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Schedule C (Form 990) 2021
Part IIB
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(3) and has NOT
filed Form 5768 (election under section 501(h)).
For each "Yes" response on lines 1a through 1i below, provide in Part IV a detailed description of the lobbying
activity.
(a)
(b)
Yes | No
Amount
During the year, did the filing organization attempt to influence foreign, national, state or local
legislation, including any attempt to influence public opinion on a legislative matter or referendum,
through the use of:
1
a
Volunteers? ...........................................................................................................
Yes
b
Paid staff or management (include compensation in expenses reported on lines 1c through 1i)? ........
Yes
c
Media advertisements? ...................................................................................................
No
d
Mailings to members, legislators, or the public? .............................................................................
No
e
Publications, or published or broadcast statements? ...........................................................
No
f
Grants to other organizations for lobbying purposes? ..........................................................
No
g
Direct contact with legislators, their staffs, government officials, or a legislative body? .......................
No
h
Rallies, demonstrations, seminars, conventions, speeches, lectures, or any similar means? ..................
No
i
Other activities? ...................................................................................................................
No
j
Total. Add lines 1c through 1i ....................................................................................................
2a
Did the activities in line 1 cause the organization to be not described in section 501(c)(3)? .....
b
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred under section 4912 ...........................................
c
If "Yes," enter the amount of any tax incurred by organization managers under section 4912 ...................
d
If the filing organization incurred a section 4912 tax, did it file Form 4720 for this year? ........................
Part IIIA
No
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or
section 501(c)(6).
Yes
1
Were substantially all (90% or more) dues received nondeductible by members? ...............................................
1
2
Did the organization make only inhouse lobbying expenditures of $2,000 or less? ............................................
2
3
Did the organization agree to carry over lobbying and political expenditures from the prior year? .................................
3
Part IIIB
Complete if the organization is exempt under section 501(c)(4), section 501(c)(5), or section
501(c)(6) and if either (a) BOTH Part IIIA, lines 1 and 2, are answered "No" OR (b) Part IIIA,
line 3, is answered “Yes."
1
Dues, assessments and similar amounts from members ......................................................................
2
Section 162(e) nondeductible lobbying and political expenditures (do not include amounts of political
expenses for which the section 527(f) tax was paid).
a
b
Current year .............................................................................................................................
Carryover from last year ............................................................................................................
2a
c
Total ...........................................................................................................................................
2c
3
Aggregate amount reported in section 6033(e)(1)(A) notices of nondeductible section 162(e) dues .
3
4
If notices were sent and the amount on line 2c exceeds the amount on line 3, what portion of the excess
does the organization agree to carryover to the reasonable estimate of nondeductible lobbying and
political expenditure next year? ......................................................................................................................
4
5
Taxable amount of lobbying and political expenditures. See Instructions .........................................
5
Part IV
No
1
2b
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part lA, line 1; Part lB, line 4; Part lC, line 5; Part IIA (affiliated group list); Part IIA, lines 1 and
2 (see instructions), and Part llB, line 1. Also, complete this part for any additional information.
Return Reference
Explanation
Schedule C (Form 990) 2021
�Additional Data
Return to Form
Software ID:
Software Version:
�SCHEDULE D
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
OMB No. 15450047
Supplemental Financial Statements
(Form 990)
2021
Complete if the organization answered "Yes," on Form 990,
Part IV, line 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11a, 11b, 11c, 11d, 11e, 11f, 12a, or 12b.
Attach to Form 990.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Name of the organization
Open to Public
Inspection
Employer identification number
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
731300864
Part I
Organizations Maintaining Donor Advised Funds or Other Similar Funds or Accounts.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 6.
(a) Donor advised funds
(b) Funds and other accounts
1
Total number at end of year . . . . . . . . .
2
Aggregate value of contributions to (during year)
3
Aggregate value of grants from (during year)
4
Aggregate value at end of year . . . . . . . .
5
Did the organization inform all donors and donor advisors in writing that the assets held in donor advised funds are
the organization’s property, subject to the organization’s exclusive legal control? . . . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
6
Did the organization inform all grantees, donors, and donor advisors in writing that grant funds can be used only for
charitable purposes and not for the benefit of the donor or donor advisor, or for any other purpose conferring
impermissible private benefit? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
Part II
1
Conservation Easements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 7.
Purpose(s) of conservation easements held by the organization (check all that apply).
Preservation of land for public use (e.g., recreation or education)
Preservation of an historically important land area
Protection of natural habitat
Preservation of a certified historic structure
Preservation of open space
2
Complete lines 2a through 2d if the organization held a qualified conservation contribution in the form of a conservation
easement on the last day of the tax year.
Held at the End of the Year
a
Total number of conservation easements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2a
b
Total acreage restricted by conservation easements
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
2b
c
Number of conservation easements on a certified historic structure included in (a) . . . . .
2c
d
Number of conservation easements included in (c) acquired after 7/25/06, and not on a
historic structure listed in the National Register . . .
2d
3
Number of conservation easements modified, transferred, released, extinguished, or terminated by the organization during the
tax year
4
Number of states where property subject to conservation easement is located
5
Does the organization have a written policy regarding the periodic monitoring, inspection, handling of
violations, and enforcement of the conservation easements it holds? . . . . . . . . . . . .
Yes
No
6
Staff and volunteer hours devoted to monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the
year
7
Amount of expenses incurred in monitoring, inspecting, handling of violations, and enforcing conservation easements during the year
$
8
Does each conservation easement reported on line 2(d) above satisfy the requirements of section 170(h)(4)
(B)(i) and section 170(h)(4)(B)(ii)? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
9
Yes
No
In Part XIII, describe how the organization reports conservation easements in its revenue and expense statement, and
balance sheet, and include, if applicable, the text of the footnote to the organization’s financial statements that describes
the organization’s accounting for conservation easements.
Part III
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 8.
1a
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, not to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works
of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public
service, provide, in Part XIII, the text of the footnote to its financial statements that describes these items.
b
If the organization elected, as permitted under FASB ASC 958, to report in its revenue statement and balance sheet works of
art, historical treasures, or other similar assets held for public exhibition, education, or research in furtherance of public service,
provide the following amounts relating to these items:
(i) Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
(ii) Assets included in Form 990, Part X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
If the organization received or held works of art, historical treasures, or other similar assets for financial gain, provide the
following amounts required to be reported under FASB ASC 958 relating to these items:
2
a
Revenue included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
b
Assets included in Form 990, Part X . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
$
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No.
52283D
Schedule D (Form 990) 2021
�Page 2
Organizations Maintaining Collections of Art, Historical Treasures, or Other Similar Assets (continued)
Schedule D (Form 990) 2021
Part III
3
a
Using the organization’s acquisition, accession, and other records, check any of the following that are a significant use of its
collection items (check all that apply):
d
Public exhibition
Loan or exchange programs
b
e
Scholarly research
c
Other
Preservation for future generations
4
Provide a description of the organization’s collections and explain how they further the organization’s exempt purpose in
Part XIII.
5
During the year, did the organization solicit or receive donations of art, historical treasures or other similar
assets to be sold to raise funds rather than to be maintained as part of the organization’s collection?. . .
Part IV
1a
Is the organization an agent, trustee, custodian or other intermediary for contributions or other assets not
included on Form 990, Part X? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII and complete the following table:
c
Beginning balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1c
d
Additions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1d
e
Distributions during the year . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1e
f
Ending balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
1f
b
No
Yes
Did the organization include an amount on Form 990, Part X, line 21, for escrow or custodial account liability?
. . .
If "Yes," explain the arrangement in Part XIII. Check here if the explanation has been provided in Part XIII
Part V
No
Amount
b
2a
Yes
Escrow and Custodial Arrangements.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 9, or reported an amount on Form 990,
Part X, line 21.
Yes
No
. . . .
Endowment Funds.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 10.
(a) Current year
1a Beginning of year balance
b Contributions
.
.
.
.
.
(b) Prior year
(c) Two years back (d) Three years back (e) Four years back
75,601
61,989
50,752
94,420
67,200
55,124
13,612
11,249
8,968
6,509
20,477
75,601
62,001
103,388
73,709
.
.
c Net investment earnings, gains, and losses
d Grants or scholarships
.
.
.
e Other expenditures for facilities
and programs .
.
.
f
Administrative expenses
g End of year balance
2
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Provide the estimated percentage of the current year end balance (line 1g, column (a)) held as:
a
Board designated or quasiendowment
b
Permanent endowment
c
Term endowment
100.000 %
The percentages on lines 2a, 2b, and 2c should equal 100%.
3a
Are there endowment funds not in the possession of the organization that are held and administered for the
organization by:
(i) Unrelated organizations
b
4
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
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.
.
(ii) Related organizations .
.
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.
.
If "Yes" on 3a(ii), are the related organizations listed as required on Schedule R?
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Yes
.
3a(i)
No
Yes
3a(ii)
.
No
3b
Describe in Part XIII the intended uses of the organization's endowment funds.
Part VI
Land, Buildings, and Equipment.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11a. See Form 990, Part X, line 10.
(a) Cost or other basis
(investment)
Description of property
1a Land
.
.
b Buildings
.
.
.
.
(b) Cost or other basis (other)
(c) Accumulated depreciation
(d) Book value
2,015,807
630,855
1,384,952
197,537
182,253
15,284
.
.
.
c Leasehold improvements
d Equipment
e Other
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Total. Add lines 1a through 1e. (Column (d) must equal Form 990, Part X, column (B), line 10(c).) .
.
1,400,236
Schedule D (Form 990) 2021
�Page 3
Schedule D (Form 990) 2021
Part VII
Investments Other Securities.
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 11b.See Form 990, Part X, line 12.
(a) Description of security or category
(including name of security)
(1) Financial derivatives
.
(2) Closelyheld equity interests
(b) Book
value
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
(c) Method of valuation:
Cost or endofyear market value
(3)Other
(A)
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(G)
(H)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col. (B) line 12.)
Part
VIII
Investments Program Related.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11c. See Form 990, Part X, line 13.
(a) Description of investment
(b) Book value
(c) Method of valuation:
Cost or endofyear market value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 13.)
Part IX
Other Assets.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11d. See Form 990, Part X, line 15.
(a) Description
(b) Book value
(1)
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 15.)
Part X
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
Other Liabilities.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 11e or 11f.
See Form 990, Part X, line 25.
1.
(a) Description of liability
(b) Book value
(1) Federal income taxes
(2)
(3)
(4)
(5)
(6)
(7)
(8)
(9)
Total. (Column (b) must equal Form 990, Part X, col.(B) line 25.)
2. Liability for uncertain tax positions. In Part XIII, provide the text of the footnote to the organization's financial statements that reports the
organization's liability for uncertain tax positions under FIN 48 (ASC 740). Check here if the text of the footnote has been provided in Part
XIII
Schedule D (Form 990) 2021
�Page 4
Schedule D (Form 990) 2021
Part XI
Reconciliation of Revenue per Audited Financial Statements With Revenue per
Return.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1
Total revenue, gains, and other support per audited financial statements
2
Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12:
.
.
a
Net unrealized gains (losses) on investments
.
.
.
.
b
Donated services and use of facilities
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
2b
c
Recoveries of prior year grants
.
.
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.
2c
d
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
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.
e
Add lines 2a through 2d .
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.
2d
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.
3
Subtract line 2e from line 1 .
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.
4
Amounts included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 12, but not on line 1:
a
Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b
.
b
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
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.
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.
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.
c
Add lines 4a and 4b .
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5
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.
2e
3
4b
.
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.
4c
.
.
.
5
Reconciliation of Expenses per Audited Financial Statements With Expenses per Return.
Complete if the organization answered 'Yes' on Form 990, Part IV, line 12a.
1
Total expenses and losses per audited financial statements
2
Amounts included on line 1 but not on Form 990, Part IX, line 25:
.
.
a
Donated services and use of facilities
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
b
Prior year adjustments
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
c
Other losses
d
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
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.
.
.
.
.
.
.
e
.
4a
Total revenue. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 12.)
Part XII
1
2a
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1
2a
2b
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2c
2d
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2e
3
Subtract line 2e from line 1 .
.
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.
.
3
4
Amounts included on Form 990, Part IX, line 25, but not on line 1:
a
Investment expenses not included on Form 990, Part VIII, line 7b
.
.
4a
b
Other (Describe in Part XIII.)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
4b
c
5
Add lines 2a through 2d .
.
.
Add lines 4a and 4b .
.
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.
Total expenses. Add lines 3 and 4c. (This must equal Form 990, Part I, line 18.)
.
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.
4c
.
.
5
Part XIII
Supplemental Information
Provide the descriptions required for Part II, lines 3, 5, and 9; Part III, lines 1a and 4; Part lV, lines 1b and 2b; Part V, line 4; Part X, line
2; Part XI, lines 2d and 4b; and Part XII, lines 2d and 4b. Also complete this part to provide any additional information.
Return Reference
Explanation
Schedule D (Form 990) 2021
�Additional Data
Return to Form
Software ID:
Software Version:
�OMB No. 15450047
Supplemental Information Regarding
Fundraising or Gaming Activities
SCHEDULE G
(Form 990)
2021
Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, lines 17, 18, or 19, or if the
organization entered more than $15,000 on Form 990EZ, line 6a.
Department of the Treasury
Internal Revenue Service
Open to Public
Inspection
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990EZ.
Go to www.irs.gov/Form990 for instructions and the latest information.
Name of the organization
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY INC
Employer identification number
731300864
Part I
1
Fundraising Activities. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 17.
Form 990EZ filers are not required to complete this part.
Indicate whether the organization raised funds through any of the following activities. Check all that apply.
a
Mail solicitations
b
c
d
Inperson solicitations
2a
e
Solicitation of nongovernment grants
Internet and email solicitations
f
Solicitation of government grants
Phone solicitations
g
Special fundraising events
b
Did the organization have a written or oral agreement with any individual (including officers, directors, trustees
or key employees listed in Form 990, Part VII) or entity in connection with professional fundraising
Yes
No
services?
If "Yes," list the 10 highest paid individuals or entities (fundraisers) pursuant to agreements under which the fundraiser is
to be compensated at least $5,000 by the organization.
(i) Name and address of
individual
or entity (fundraiser)
(ii) Activity
1
(iii) Did
fundraiser have
custody or
control of
contributions?
Yes
No
(iv) Gross receipts
from activity
(v) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
fundraiser listed in
col. (i)
(vi) Amount paid to
(or retained by)
organization
GRANT WRIT
DONNA MATTHEWS
DONNA MATTHEWS
3718 S TOLEDO AVE
3718 S TOLEDO AVE
T U L S A, O K 7 4 1 3 5
No
27,979
27,979
27,979
27,979
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
Total .
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.
3 List all states in which the organization is registered or licensed to solicit contributions or has been notified it is exempt from
registration or licensing.
OK
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990EZ.
Cat. No. 50083H
Schedule G (Form 990) 2021
�Schedule G (Form 990) 2021
Part II
Page 2
Fundraising Events. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 18, or reported
more than $15,000 of fundraising event contributions and gross income on Form 990EZ, lines 1 and 6b. List
events with gross receipts greater than $5,000.
1 Gross receipts .
(c)Other events
EQUALITY GALA
(event type)
PRIDE FESTIVAL
(event type)
1
(total number)
.
353,950
177,027
2 Less: Contributions .
.
.
3 Gross income (line 1 minus
line 2)
.
.
.
.
.
.
274,350
78,250
79,600
98,777
.
.
(b) Event #2
.
4 Cash prizes
.
(a)Event #1
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.
5 Noncash prizes
.
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.
6 Rent/facility costs
.
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.
7 Food and beverages
8 Entertainment
.
.
9 Other direct expenses
.
.
539,023
352,600
8,046
186,423
1,075
120,930
.
5,619
62,737
62,737
18,149
139,079
79,193
79,193
51,230
6,521
63,370
10 Direct expense summary. Add lines 4 through 9 in column (d)
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
.
345,454
11 Net income summary. Subtract line 10 from line 3, column (d)
.
.
.
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.
.
.
159,031
Part III
Gaming. Complete if the organization answered "Yes" on Form 990, Part IV, line 19, or reported more than
$15,000 on Form 990EZ, line 6a.
(b) Pull tabs/Instant
bingo/progressive
bingo
(a) Bingo
1 Gross revenue .
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2 Cash prizes
.
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.
3 Noncash prizes
.
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.
.
4 Rent/facility costs
.
.
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.
5 Other direct expenses
.
.
.
.
Yes
6 Volunteer labor
.
.
.
.
%
Yes
No
7 Direct expense summary. Add lines 2 through 5 in column (d)
9
8,046
1,075
.
.
(d) Total events
(add col. (a) through
col. (c))
%
Yes
No
.
(d) Total gaming (add
col.(a) through col.(c))
(c) Other gaming
%
No
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.
8 Net gaming income summary. Subtract line 7 from line 1, column (d) .
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.
Enter the state(s) in which the organization conducts gaming activities:
a
b
10a
b
.
.
.
Yes
No
Were any of the organization's gaming licenses revoked, suspended or terminated during the tax year?
.
If "Yes,"
explain:
.
.
Yes
No
Is the organization licensed to conduct gaming activities in each of these states?
.
If "No,"
explain:
.
.
.
.
Schedule G (Form 990) 2021
�Schedule G (Form 990) 2021
11
Page 3
12
Does the organization conduct gaming activities with nonmembers?
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Is the organization a grantor, beneficiary or trustee of a trust or a member of a partnership or other entity
formed to administer charitable gaming?
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13
Indicate the percentage of gaming activity conducted in:
a
The organization's facility
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b
An outside facility
.
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14
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FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND
ACCOMPANYING INDEPENDENT
AUDITOR’S REPORT
FOR THE YEAR ENDED
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS FOR
2023
OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
Board of Directors .............................................................................................................................. 3
Independent Auditor’s Report ......................................................................................................... 4-5
Financial Statements
Statements of Financial Position .......................................................................................... 6
Statements of Activities ........................................................................................................ 7
Statements of Functional Expenses....................................................................................... 8
Statements of Cash Flows .....................................................................................................9
Notes to the Financial Statements ................................................................................. 10-15
�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
Whitney Cipolla
Paula Shannon
Kaylyn Compton
Liz Ortiz
Eddie Carreno
William Mark Bonney
Yonah Jasper
Julia Fletcher
Grace Fallon
Stephen Haney
Kasey Rhone
Zoe Brett
Lollie Moore
President
Vice-President/Treasurer
Secretary
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member
Member at large
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�124 S. Main Street, Miami, Oklahoma 74354
6 South Adair, Pryor, Oklahoma 74361
918-542-4401
INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT
Senior Management and Board of Directors
Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.
Tulsa, Oklahoma
OPINION
We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. (a nonprofit
organization), which comprise the statements of financial position as of September 30, 2024, and the related
statements of activities, statements of functional expenses, and cash flows for the year then ended, and the
related notes to the financial statements.
In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial
position of Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. as of September 30, 2024, and the changes in its net assets and its cash
flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of
America.
BASIS FOR OPINION
We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of
America (GAAS). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's
Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be
independent of the Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance
with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained
is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinions.
RESPONSIBILITIES OF MANAGEMENT FOR THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance
with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and for the design,
implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial
statements that are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.
In preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events,
considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about of Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.'s ability to
continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are available to be issued.
AUDITOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from
material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion.
Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee
that an audit conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards will always detect a material
misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than
for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations,
or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that,
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Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.
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individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the
financial statements.
In performing an audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, we:
Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.
Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or
error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include
examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.
Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that
are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the
effectiveness of Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is
expressed.
Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant
accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial
statements.
Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise
substantial doubt about Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.’s ability to continue as a going concern for a
reasonable period of time.
We are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the
planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal control related matters that
we identified during the audit.
REPORT ON SUMMARIZED COMPARATIVE INFORMATION
We have previously audited Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.’s 2023 financial statements, and we expressed an
unmodified audit opinion on those audited financial statements, in our report dated December 22, 2023. In our
opinion, the summarized comparative information presented herein, as of and for the year ended September 30,
2023, is consistent, in all material respects, with the audited financial statements from which it has been derived.
OBER & LITTLEFIELD
Certified Public Accountants, PLLC
Miami, Oklahoma
May 7, 2025
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�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION
AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
2024
Assets
Current Assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
Cash and cash equivalents - restricted
Investments held by others
Inventory
Prepaid insurance
Other assets
Total Current Assets
$
Noncurrent Assets:
Furniture and Fixtures
Buildings and Improvements
Computers and Software
Less: Accumulated Depreciation
Total Noncurrent Assets
Total Assets
$
Liabilities
Current Liabilities:
Accounts payable
Accrued expenses
Deferred revenue
Payroll liabilities
Sales tax payable
Total Liabilities
$
Net Assets
Net assets without donor restrictions
Net assets with donor restrictions
Total Net Assets
549,201.46
31,159.19
50,934.96
8,946.43
62,428.14
2,024.30
704,694.48
134,098.46
2,013,376.54
15,080.30
(1,045,140.26)
1,117,415.04
1,822,109.52
18,301.75
1,665.79
79,886.00
25,596.87
941.77
126,392.18
2023
$
$
$
1,664,558.15
31,159.19
1,695,717.34
Total Liabilities and Net Assets
$
1,822,109.52
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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80,446.42
97,766.15
43,994.38
13,004.85
19,590.23
22,690.07
277,492.10
134,098.46
2,013,376.54
15,080.30
(944,137.42)
1,218,417.88
1,495,909.98
26,862.12
32,186.42
1,723.75
856.31
138.24
61,766.84
1,336,376.99
97,766.15
1,434,143.14
$
1,495,909.98
�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
2024
2023
Without Donor
With Donor
Restriction
Restriction
Total
Total
Revenues, gains, and other support
Support:
Grants
244,549.50
36,244.00
280,793.50
309,922.57
Contributions
287,931.49
50,515.71
338,447.20
376,482.68
Membership income
Sponsorship
7,881.45
-
7,881.45
18,891.05
455,731.44
-
455,731.44
184,589.10
Other Income
149,658.96
Total Support
1,145,752.84
86,759.71
-
Net assets released from restrictions
153,366.67
(153,366.67)
Total support
1,299,119.51
(66,606.96)
149,658.96
293,140.47
1,232,512.55
1,203,300.87
1,232,512.55
1,203,300.87
Revenues and gains/(losses):
Unrealized gain/(loss) on investment
7,172.06
-
7,172.06
2,462.20
Total revenue and gains/(losses)
7,172.06
-
7,172.06
2,462.20
1,239,684.61
1,205,763.07
Total revenues, gains/(losses), and other support
1,306,291.57
(66,606.96)
EXPENSES:
Program Services
568,246.63
-
568,246.63
792,989.54
Support Services: Fundraising
63,545.67
-
63,545.67
48,454.12
Support Services: General and Administrative
346,318.11
-
346,318.11
345,035.04
Total expenses
978,110.41
-
978,110.41
1,186,478.70
Increase (decrease) in net assets
328,181.16
(66,606.96)
261,574.20
19,284.37
Net assets, beginning of year
1,336,376.99
97,766.15
1,434,143.14
1,414,858.77
31,159.19
$ 1,695,717.34
$ 1,434,143.14
Net assets, end of year
$ 1,664,558.15
$
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
STATEMENTS OF FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES
FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
2024
Program
Advertising
$
Fundraising
567.07
$
-
2023
General & Admin
$
233.00
$
800.07
$
4,300.20
1,609.92
Chapter and Affiliate Expense
64,621.75
-
Computer and Software
3,830.15
5,321.26
Contracted Services
10,670.00
-
19,149.00
Cost of Goods Sold
13,028.83
-
-
-
1,198.00
1,198.00
8,964.00
4,210.00
12,503.21
32,528.37
10,848.68
-
8,416.63
104,013.62
-
16,003.10
-
Employee benefits
15,815.16
Event expense
8,416.63
Fundraising Costs
12,305.65
Total
Bank Fees
Dues, Fees and Registrations
-
Total
-
-
16,003.10
13,915.57
19,891.05
-
64,621.75
59,601.61
8,979.93
18,131.34
13,984.93
29,819.00
49,125.50
13,028.83
34,681.62
-
Insurance
6,068.23
-
22,209.99
28,278.22
40,746.16
Meals
2,764.93
-
566.56
3,331.49
4,250.59
Miscellaneous
957.50
-
6,704.20
7,661.70
3,442.38
Office/Postage Expense
2,645.76
-
12,802.68
15,448.44
2,488.59
Payroll tax expense
19,937.83
3,136.10
9,494.27
32,568.20
26,467.17
Program Expenses
20,790.68
-
-
20,790.68
46,093.70
Printing/Copying Expense
3,654.60
-
2,111.96
5,766.56
6,440.97
Professional Services
17,911.90
-
51,535.54
69,447.44
107,928.40
Repairs and Maintenance
28,926.24
Salaries and Wages
231,660.80
Security
12,825.00
34,875.21
12,229.54
41,155.78
27,384.37
107,615.09
374,151.10
348,783.13
63,265.85
-
3,677.50
16,502.50
-
-
96.00
96.00
495.00
3,952.76
-
17,638.23
21,590.99
34,280.84
Travel Expense
354.96
-
2,679.55
3,034.51
4,222.21
Utilities Expense
33,912.51
-
4,908.79
38,821.30
43,888.85
Total Expenses Before Depreciation
504,923.21
308,638.69
877,107.57
1,080,518.07
Depreciation
63,323.42
37,679.42
101,002.84
105,960.63
978,110.41
$ 1,186,478.70
Staff and Board Development
Supplies
Total Expenses
$
568,246.63
63,545.67
$
63,545.67
$
346,318.11
$
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
2024
2023
$ 261,574.20
$ 19,284.37
101,002.84
(6,940.58)
105,960.63
(2,444.51)
20,665.77
4,058.42
(42,837.91)
(22,690.07)
2,696.63
(19,590.23)
(39,081.00)
24,740.56
803.53
78,162.25
402,148.08
23,950.68
(5,848.74)
951.47
1,723.75
103,993.98
Cash flows from operating activities
Change in net assets
Adjustments to reconcile change in net assets to net cash used in
operating activities:
Depreciation expense
Unrealized gain on investments
(Increase)/decrease in operating assets:
Promises to give
Inventory
Prepaid expenses
Increase/(decrease) in operating liabilities:
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
Payroll liabilities
Sales tax payable
Unearned revenue
Net cash provided/(used) by operating activities
Cash flows from investing activities
Purchase of property and equipment
Net cash provided/(used) by investing activities
Net increase/(decrease) in cash
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year
Cash and cash equivalents, end of year
-
(24,021.91)
(24,021.91)
402,148.08
178,212.57
$ 580,360.65
79,972.07
98,240.50
$ 178,212.57
$ 549,201.46
31,159.19
$ 580,360.65
$ 80,446.42
97,766.15
$ 178,212.57
Reconciliation to statement of financial position:
Cash and cash equivalents
Restricted cash
The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.
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�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Note 1 – Nature of the Organization
The Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. (the “Organization”), is an Oklahoma nonprofit corporation, incorporated on
November 20th, 2006. Oklahomans for Equality, Inc., formerly known as Tulsa Oklahomans for Human Rights
(TOHR), have served the Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and
Asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) community since the organization was founded in 1980. The Oklahomans for Equality,
Inc. seeks equal rights for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and families through advocacy, education, programs,
alliances, and the operation of the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
Note 2 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies
Basis of Accounting – The financial statements are prepared using the accrual basis of accounting. Accordingly,
revenue is recorded when earned, and expenses are recorded when incurred. The financial statements are
presented in accordance with authoritative accounting standards for not-for-profit organizations. As such, the
standards require contributions to be recognized as revenue when they are received, or unconditionally pledged,
and net assets to be classified as net assets with donor restrictions or net assets without donor restrictions,
depending on the limitations placed on the contributions when received.
Income Taxes – The Organization is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal
Revenue Code. As such, no provision has been made for federal or state income taxes. In addition, the
Organization has been determined by the Internal Revenue Service not to be a private foundation, within the
meaning of Section 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.
The Organization’s Forms 990, Organization Exempt from Income Tax, for the years ending 2021, 2022, and
2023 are subject to examination by the IRS, generally for three years after they were filed.
Estimates – The preparation of financial statements, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted
in the United States of America, requires management to make estimates, and assumptions, that affect certain
reported amounts and disclosures. Accordingly, actual results could differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents – Cash and cash equivalents include all monies in banks, and highly liquid
investments, with maturity dates of less than twelve months. The carrying value of cash, and cash equivalents,
approximates fair value because of the short maturities of those financial instruments.
Concentrations of Credit and Market Risk – Financial instruments that potentially expose the Organization to
concentrations of credit, and market risk consist primarily of cash equivalents and investments. Cash equivalents
are maintained at high-quality financial institutions, and credit risk exposure is limited at any one institution. The
Organization has not experienced any losses on its cash equivalents.
Property and Equipment – Property and equipment are recorded at acquisition cost. The Organization capitalizes
assets with a cost greater than $2,500. Betterments and renewals are capitalized. Maintenance and repairs are
charged to operations when incurred. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method, over the
following estimated useful lives:
Building and improvements
Equipment
Vehicles
40 years
3-10 years
3 years
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�OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.
NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Note 2 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies: (continued)
Classification of Net Assets - Net assets of the Organization shall be classified based upon the existence, or
absence, of donor-imposed restrictions, as follows:
Net Assets without Donor Restrictions - Net assets that are not subject to donor-imposed stipulations.
Net Assets with Donor Restrictions - Net assets subject to donor-imposed stipulations that may, or will be, satisfied
through the actions of the Organization, and/or the passage of time.
Net assets accumulated by the Organization that are not subject to donor-imposed restrictions, but which the Board
of Directors of the Organization has earmarked for specific uses, shall be segregated in the accounting records as
"board-designated" funds, within the category of net assets without donor restrictions.
Note 3 – Concentrations of Credit Risk
Custodial credit risk is the risk that, in the event of a bank failure, the Organization’s deposits may not be
returned to it. The Organization’s cash deposits, including interest-bearing certificates of deposit, are maintained
in financial institutions. The Organization has a deposit policy for custodial credit risk to move funds to another
institution if the balance exceeds FDIC coverage.
Demand deposits
Total
$
$
A
500,000.00
500,000.00
Category
B
$
$
-
C
$ 80,360.65
$ 80,360.65
Carrying
Amount
$
580,360.65
$
580,360.65
Bank
Balance
$ 576,802.34
$ 576,802.34
Category A – Cash and cash equivalents that are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or
collateralized with securities held by the Organization, or its agent, in the Organization’s name.
Category B – Collateralized with securities held by the pledging financial institution’s trust department, or agent, in
the Organization’s name.
Category C – Uninsured or unregistered investments for which securities are held by the pledging financial
institution’s trust department, or agent, but not in the Organization’s name.
Note 4 – Promises to Give
Promises to give are majorly comprised of contributions awarded by third parties but not received prior to yearend. There were $0 promises to give as of September 30, 2024.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Note 5 – Restricted Cash
As of September 30, 2024, the Organization had restricted cash in the amount of $31,159.19. Restricted
as follows:
Restricted Purpose
Chapter and Affiliates
Food Insecurity Grant
History Project
Lynn Riggs/Kitchen
Van Insurance
Rainbow Room
Various >$2K
Total
$
$
Amount
5,957.93
10,594.00
8,360.01
1,789.37
1,167.75
2,500.00
790.13
31,159.19
Note 6 – Investments Held by Others
Investments held by others, as of September 30, 2024, consist of two investment funds held by Tulsa
Community Foundation (TCF): The OkEq Operating Endowment Fund and the OkEq Capital Campaign Fund.
These funds are invested in pooled funds, cash, and equivalents. The investments are carried on the
Organization’s books at fair market value. These funds are component funds of Tulsa Community Foundation
(TCF). As defined by the United States Treasury Regulations, TCF has the right to modify the terms of the
fund agreement. This is sometimes referred to as “variance power”. As a result of the variance power all
component funds are considered to be part of a single public charity, TCF. TCF is the legal owner of all assets
contributed to any of its component funds.
Financial Accounting Standards Board requires that if TCF accepts contributions from the Organization and
agrees to transfer those assets and the return on investment of those assets back to the Organization, then these
contributions are to be reported on the financial statements of the Organization.
The OkEq Operating Endowment Fund -This fund was established as Oklahomans for Equality Fund, a TCF
Agency Fund, in April 2001. It transitioned to the OkEq Operating Endowment Fund on 12/30/2010. Current
fund advisors are Board President, Vice President, and Treasurer. With 2/3 of the Advisors, TCF can accept
annual distribution requests and make changes to the fund including the investment strategy. The portion
allocated to the Organization, and reported as investments held by others, is $16,369.53. The portion of funds
contributed to TCF by unrelated third-party donors and not reported as investments held by others on the
Organizations books is $15,238.78.
The OkEq Capital Campaign Fund - This fund was originally established by Tulsa Oklahomans for Human,
Rights, Inc. as the Pyramid Project Capital Campaign Reserve Fund, a TCF agency reserve fund, in April
2002. It was renamed to the OkEq Capital Campaign Fund in TCF records. It is an agency reserve fund, and
the funds are available to purchase , furnish, maintain, or make improvements to a building to house the Tulsa
gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Community Center owned by Tulsa Oklahomans for Human Rights.
Current fund advisors are Board President, Vice President, and Treasurer. With 2/3 of the Advisors, TCF can
accept annual distribution requests and make changes to the fund including the investment strategy. The
portion allocated to the Organization and reported as investments held by others $34,565.43. The portion of
funds contributed to TCF by unrelated third-party donors and not reported as investments held by others on the
Organization’s books is $122,904.98.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Note 6 – Investments Held by Others (continued)
As of September 30, 2024, the balances are insured by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation
(SIPC), up to $500,000. Cash coverage is limited at $250,000. At times, the Organization’s deposits may
exceed insured amounts. Management believes the funds are not exposed to any significant risk due to the
diversity of high-grade financial instruments held by the fund, and management’s routine assessment of the
portfolio.
Investment Interest Rate Risk
Interest rate risk is the risk that changes in market interest rates will adversely affect the fair value of an
investment. Generally, the longer the maturity of an investment, the greater the sensitivity of its fair value to
changes in market interest rates.
Note 7 – Fair Value Measurements
The Organization reports fair value measurements of its assets and liabilities using a three-level hierarchy
that prioritizes the inputs used to measure fair value. This hierarchy, established by GAAP, requires that
entities maximize the use of observable inputs, and minimize the use of unobservable inputs, when
measuring fair value. The assets or liability’s measurement within the fair value hierarchy is based on the
lowest level of input that is significant to the measurement. The three levels of input used to measure fair
value are as follows:
Level 1. Quoted prices are for identical assets or liabilities in active markets to which the Organization
has access at the measurement date.
Level 2. Inputs other than quoted prices included in level 1 that are observable for the assets or liability,
either directly or indirectly. Level 2 inputs include:
Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets;
Quoted prices for identical or similar assets in markets that are not active;
Observable inputs other than quoted prices for the asset or liability (for example, interest
rates and yield curves); and
Inputs derived principally from, or corroborated by, observable market data by
correlation, or by other means.
Level 3. Unobservable inputs for the assets or liabilities. Unobservable inputs should be used to measure
the fair value if observable inputs are not available. When available, the Organization measures fair value
using Level 1 inputs because they generally provide the most reliable evidence of fair value. However,
Level 1 inputs are not available for many of the assets and liabilities that the Organization is required to
measure at fair value (for example, unconditional promise to give and in-kind contributions).
The primary uses of fair value measurements in the Organization’s financial statements are the initial
measurement of noncash gifts, gifts of investment assets, if any, including unconditional promises to give,
and recurring measurement of short-term and long-term investments.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Note 8 – Property and Equipment
The following is an analysis of property and equipment, at cost, and related depreciation at September 30,
2024:
Beginning of Year
Furniture and Fixtures
Building and Improvements
Computers and Software
Total Capital Assets
Less: Accumulated Depreciation
Net Book Value
$
134,098.46
2,013,376.54
15,080.30
2,162,555.30
(944,137.42)
1,218,417.88
Additions
$
(101,002.84)
(101,002.84)
Deletions
$
-
End of Year
134,098.46
2,013,376.54
15,080.30
2,162,555.30
(1,045,140.26)
$ 1,117,415.04
Note 9 – Deferred Revenue
Deferred revenue represents payments received for events occurring subsequent to year end.
Note 10 – Note Payable
The Organization had no notes payable as of September 30, 2024.
Note 11 – Donated Services
The Organization receives a significant amount of donated services from unpaid volunteers, who assist in
fundraising and special projects. No amounts have been recognized in the statement of activities because
the criteria for the recognition, under authoritative accounting standards, have not been satisfied.
Note 12 – Functional Allocation of Expenses
The costs of providing the various programs, and supporting services, have been summarized on a
functional basis, in the statement of functional expenses. Costs that are not directly associated with
providing specific services have been allocated based on the relative time spent by the employees
providing these services.
Note 13 – Commitments and Contingencies
As of the date of this report, the Organization had no commitments or contingencies other than those
reported on the statement of financial position.
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NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
SEPTEMBER 30, 2024
WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023
Note 14 – Liquidity and Availability
Financial assets available for general expenditure, that is, without donor or other restrictions limiting their
use, within one year of September 30, 2024, are:
Cash and cash equivalents
Investments
Other assets
Total financial assets, at year end
Less those unavailable for general expenditures within on year, due to:
Contractual or donor-imposed restrictions
Restricted by donor with time or purpose restrictions
Financial assets available to meet cash needs for general
expenditures within one year
$
580,360.65
50,934.96
2,024.30
633,319.91
31,159.19
$
602,160.72
Note 15 – Net Assets with Donor Restrictions
The Organization has $31,159.19 net assets with donor restrictions at September 30, 2024.
Restricted Purpose
Chapter and Affiliates
Food Insecurity Grant
History Project
Lynn Riggs/Kitchen
Van Insurance
Rainbow Room
Various >$2K
Total
$
$
Amount
5,957.93
10,594.00
8,360.01
1,789.37
1,167.75
2,500.00
790.13
31,159.19
Note 16 – Evaluation of Subsequent Events
The Organization has evaluated subsequent events through May 7, 2025, the date which the financial
statements were available to be issued, and no additional disclosures are required.
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OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br /><br />FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND ACCOMPANYING INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT<br /><br />FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS FOR 2023<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />TABLE OF CONTENTS<br /><br />PAGE<br /><br />Board of Directors .............................................................................................................................. 3<br />Independent Auditor’s Report ......................................................................................................... 4-5<br /><br />Financial Statements<br />Statements of Financial Position .......................................................................................... 6<br />Statements of Activities ........................................................................................................ 7<br />Statements of Functional Expenses ....................................................................................... 8<br />Statements of Cash Flows ..................................................................................................... 9<br />Notes to the Financial Statements ................................................................................. 10-15<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />BOARD OF DIRECTORS<br />SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br /><br />Whitney Cipolla President<br />Paula Shannon Vice-President/Treasurer<br />Kaylyn Compton Secretary<br />Liz Ortiz Member<br />Eddie Carreno Member<br />William Mark Bonney Member<br />Yonah Jasper Member<br />Julia Fletcher Member<br />Grace Fallon Member<br />Stephen Haney Member<br />Kasey Rhone Member<br />Zoe Brett Member<br />Lollie Moore Member at large<br /><br />3<br /><br /><strong>OBER & LITTLEFIELD</strong><br /><strong>Certified Public Accountants, PLLC</strong><br />124 S. Main Street, Miami, Oklahoma 74354<br />6 South Adair, Pryor, Oklahoma 74361<br />918-542-4401<br /><br /><strong>INDEPENDENT AUDITOR’S REPORT</strong><br /><br />Senior Management and Board of Directors<br />Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.<br />Tulsa, Oklahoma<br /><br /><strong>OPINION</strong><br />We have audited the accompanying financial statements of the Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. (a nonprofit organization), which comprise the statements of financial position as of September 30, 2024, and the related statements of activities, statements of functional expenses, and cash flows for the year then ended, and the related notes to the financial statements.<br />In our opinion, the financial statements referred to above present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. as of September 30, 2024, and the changes in its net assets and its cash flows for the year then ended in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America.<br /><br /><strong>BASIS FOR OPINION</strong><br />We conducted our audit in accordance with auditing standards generally accepted in the United States of America (GAAS). Our responsibilities under those standards are further described in the Auditor's Responsibilities for the Audit of the Financial Statements section of our report. We are required to be independent of the Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. and to meet our other ethical responsibilities, in accordance with the relevant ethical requirements relating to our audit. We believe that the audit evidence we have obtained is sufficient and appropriate to provide a basis for our audit opinions.<br /><br /><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES OF MANAGEMENT FOR THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS</strong><br />Management is responsible for the preparation and fair presentation of the financial statements in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, and for the design, implementation, and maintenance of internal control relevant to the preparation and fair presentation of financial statements that are free from material<br />misstatement, whether due to fraud or error.<br />In preparing the financial statements, management is required to evaluate whether there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about of Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.'s ability to continue as a going concern within one year after the date that the financial statements are available to be issued.<br /><br /><strong>AUDITOR’S RESPONSIBILITIES FOR THE AUDIT OF THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS</strong><br />Our objectives are to obtain reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements as a whole are free from material misstatement, whether due to fraud or error, and to issue an auditor’s report that includes our opinion. Reasonable assurance is a high level of assurance but is not absolute assurance and therefore is not a guarantee that an audit conducted in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards will always detect a material misstatement when it exists. The risk of not detecting a material misstatement resulting from fraud is higher than for one resulting from error, as fraud may involve collusion, forgery, intentional omissions, misrepresentations, or the override of internal control. Misstatements are considered material if there is a substantial likelihood that, individually or in the aggregate, they would influence the judgment made by a reasonable user based on the financial statements.<br /><br />4<br /><br />To the Board of Directors<br />Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.<br />Page 2<br /><br />In performing an audit in accordance with generally accepted auditing standards, we:<br /> Exercise professional judgment and maintain professional skepticism throughout the audit.<br /> Identify and assess the risks of material misstatement of the financial statements, whether due to fraud or error, and design and perform audit procedures responsive to those risks. Such procedures include examining, on a test basis, evidence regarding the amounts and disclosures in the financial statements.<br /> Obtain an understanding of internal control relevant to the audit in order to design audit procedures that are appropriate in the circumstances, but not for the purpose of expressing an opinion on the effectiveness of Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.’s internal control. Accordingly, no such opinion is expressed.<br /> Evaluate the appropriateness of accounting policies used and the reasonableness of significant accounting estimates made by management, as well as evaluate the overall presentation of the financial statements.<br /> Conclude whether, in our judgment, there are conditions or events, considered in the aggregate, that raise substantial doubt about Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.’s ability to continue as a going concern for a reasonable period of time.<br />We are required to communicate with those charged with governance regarding, among other matters, the planned scope and timing of the audit, significant audit findings, and certain internal control related matters that we identified during the audit.<br /><br /><strong>REPORT ON SUMMARIZED COMPARATIVE INFORMATION</strong><br />We have previously audited Oklahomans for Equality, Inc.’s 2023 financial statements, and we expressed an unmodified audit opinion on those audited financial statements, in our report dated December 22, 2023. In our opinion, the summarized comparative information presented herein, as of and for the year ended September 30, 2023, is consistent, in all material respects, with the audited financial statements from which it has been derived.<br /><br />[Signature: Ober & Littlefied, PLLC]<br /><br /><strong>OBER & LITTLEFIELD</strong><br />Certified Public Accountants, PLLC<br />Miami, Oklahoma<br />May 7, 2025<br /><br />5<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />STATEMENTS OF FINANCIAL POSITION<br />AS OF SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br />2024 2023<br /><br /><strong>Assets</strong><br />Current Assets:<br />Cash and cash equivalents $549,201.46 $80,446.42<br />Cash and cash equivalents - restricted 31,159.19 97,766.15<br />Investments held by others 50,934.96 43,994.38<br />Inventory 13,004.85 8,946.43<br />Prepaid insurance 62,428.14 19,590.23<br />Other assets 22,690.07 2,024.30<br />Total Current Assets 704,694.48 277,492.10<br /><br />Noncurrent Assets:<br />Furniture and Fixtures 134,098.46 134,098.46<br />Buildings and Improvements 2,013,376.54 2,013,376.54<br />Computers and Software 15,080.30 15,080.30<br />Less: Accumulated Depreciation (1,045,140.26) (944,137.42)<br />Total Noncurrent Assets 1,117,415.04 1,218,417.88<br />Total Assets $1,822,109.52 $1,495,909.98<br /><br /><strong>Liabilities</strong><br />Current Liabilities:<br />Accounts payable $18,301.75 $26,862.12<br />Accrued expenses 1,665.79 32,186.42<br />Deferred revenue 79,886.00 1,723.75<br />Payroll liabilities 25,596.87 856.31<br />Sales tax payable 941.77 138.24<br />Total Liabilities 126,392.18 61,766.84<br /><br /><strong>Net Assets</strong><br />Net assets without donor restrictions 1,664,558.15 1,336,376.99<br />Net assets with donor restrictions 31,159.19 97,766.15<br />Total Net Assets 1,695,717.34 1,434,143.14<br />Total Liabilities and Net Assets $1,822,109.52 $1,495,909.98<br /><br />The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.<br /><br />6<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />STATEMENTS OF ACTIVITIES<br />FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br />2024 2023<br />Without Donor Restriction With Donor Restriction Total Total<br />Revenues, gains, and other support<br />Support:<br />Grants 244,549.50 36,244.00 280,793.50 309,922.57<br />Contributions 287,931.49 50,515.71 338,447.20 376,482.68<br />Membership income 7,881.45 - 7,881.45 18,891.05<br />Sponsorship 455,731.44 - 455,731.44 184,589.10<br />Other Income 149,658.96 - 149,658.96 293,140.47<br />Total Support 1,145,752.84 86,759.71 1,232,512.55 1,203,300.87<br />Net assets released from restrictions 153,366.67 (153,366.67) - -<br />Total support 1,299,119.51 (66,606.96) 1,232,512.55 1,203,300.87<br /><br />Revenues and gains/(losses):<br />Unrealized gain/(loss) on investment 7,172.06 - 7,172.06 2,462.20<br />Total revenue and gains/(losses) 7,172.06 - 7,172.06 2,462.20<br />Total revenues, gains/(losses), and other support 1,306,291.57 (66,606.96) 1,239,684.61 1,205,763.07<br /><br />EXPENSES:<br />Program Services 568,246.63 - 568,246.63 792,989.54<br />Support Services: Fundraising 63,545.67 - 63,545.67 48,454.12<br />Support Services: General and Administrative 346,318.11 - 346,318.11 345,035.04<br />Total expenses 978,110.41 - 978,110.41 1,186,478.70<br /><br />Increase (decrease) in net assets 328,181.16 (66,606.96) 261,574.20 19,284.37<br /><br />Net assets, beginning of year 1,336,376.99 97,766.15 1,434,143.14 1,414,858.77<br />Net assets, end of year $1,664,558.15 $31,159.19 $1,695,717.34 $1,434,143.14<br /><br />The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.<br /><br />7<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />STATEMENTS OF FUNCTIONAL EXPENSES<br />FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br />2024 2023<br />Program Fundraising General & Admin Total Total<br />Advertising $567.07 - $233.00 $800.07 $4,300.20<br />Bank Fees 1,609.92 - 12,305.65 13,915.57 19,891.05<br />Chapter and Affiliate Expense 64,621.75 - - 64,621.75 59,601.61<br />Computer and Software 3,830.15 5,321.26 8,979.93 18,131.34 13,984.93<br />Contracted Services 10,670.00 - 19,149.00 29,819.00 49,125.50<br />Cost of Goods Sold 13,028.83 - - 13,028.83 34,681.62<br />Dues, Fees and Registrations - - 1,198.00 1,198.00 8,964.00<br />Employee benefits 15,815.16 4,210.00 12,503.21 32,528.37 10,848.68<br />Event expense 8,416.63 - - 8,416.63 104,013.62<br />Fundraising Costs - 16,003.10 - 16,003.10 -<br />Insurance 6,068.23 - 22,209.99 28,278.22 40,746.16<br />Meals 2,764.93 - 566.56 3,331.49 4,250.59<br />Miscellaneous 957.50 - 6,704.20 7,661.70 3,442.38<br />Office/Postage Expense 2,645.76 - 12,802.68 15,448.44 2,488.59<br />Payroll tax expense 19,937.83 3,136.10 9,494.27 32,568.20 26,467.17<br />Program Expenses 20,790.68 - - 20,790.68 46,093.70<br />Printing/Copying Expense 3,654.60 - 2,111.96 5,766.56 6,440.97<br />Professional Services 17,911.90 - 51,535.54 69,447.44 107,928.40<br />Repairs and Maintenance 28,926.24 - 12,229.54 41,155.78 27,384.37<br />Salaries and Wages 231,660.80 34,875.21 107,615.09 374,151.10 348,783.13<br />Security 12,825.00 - 3,677.50 16,502.50 63,265.85<br />Staff and Board Development - - 96.00 96.00 495.00<br />Supplies 3,952.76 - 17,638.23 21,590.99 34,280.84<br />Travel Expense 354.96 - 2,679.55 3,034.51 4,222.21<br />Utilities Expense 33,912.51 - 4,908.79 38,821.30 43,888.85<br />Total Expenses Before Depreciation 504,923.21 63,545.67 308,638.69 877,107.57 1,080,518.07<br />Depreciation 63,323.42 - 37,679.42 101,002.84 105,960.63<br />Total Expenses $568,246.63 $63,545.67 $346,318.11 $978,110.41 $1,186,478.70<br /><br />The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.<br /><br />8<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS<br />FOR THE YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br />2024 2023<br />Cash flows from operating activities<br />Change in net assets $261,574.20 $19,284.37<br />Adjustments to reconcile change in net assets to net cash used in operating activities:<br />Depreciation expense 101,002.84 105,960.63<br />Unrealized gain on investments (6,940.58) (2,444.51)<br />(Increase)/decrease in operating assets:<br />Promises to give 20,665.77 (22,690.07)<br />Inventory 4,058.42 2,696.63<br />Prepaid expenses (42,837.91) (19,590.23)<br />Increase/(decrease) in operating liabilities:<br />Accounts payable and accrued expenses (39,081.00) 23,950.68<br />Payroll liabilities 24,740.56 (5,848.74)<br />Sales tax payable 803.53 951.47<br />Unearned revenue 78,162.25 1,723.75<br />Net cash provided/(used) by operating activities 402,148.08 103,993.98<br /><br />Cash flows from investing activities<br />Purchase of property and equipment - (24,021.91)<br />Net cash provided/(used) by investing activities - (24,021.91)<br /><br />Net increase/(decrease) in cash 402,148.08 79,972.07<br />Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of year 178,212.57 98,240.50<br />Cash and cash equivalents, end of year $580,360.65 $178,212.57<br /><br />Reconciliation to statement of financial position:<br /><br />Cash and cash equivalents $549,201.46 $80,446.42<br />Restricted cash 31,159.19 97,766.15<br />$178,212.57 $580,360.65 <br /><br />The accompanying notes are an integral part of these financial statements.<br /><br />9<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS<br />SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br /><strong>Note 1 – Nature of the Organization</strong><br />The Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. (the “Organization”), is an Oklahoma nonprofit corporation, incorporated on November 20th, 2006. Oklahomans for Equality, Inc., formerly known as Tulsa Oklahomans for Human Rights (TOHR), have served the Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer/Questioning, Intersex, and Asexual (2SLGBTQIA+) community since the organization was founded in 1980. The Oklahomans for Equality, Inc. seeks equal rights for 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals and families through advocacy, education, programs, alliances, and the operation of the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.<br /><br /><strong>Note 2 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies</strong><br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Basis of Accounting</span> – The financial statements are prepared using the accrual basis of accounting. Accordingly, revenue is recorded when earned, and expenses are recorded when incurred. The financial statements are presented in accordance with authoritative accounting standards for not-for-profit organizations. As such, the standards require contributions to be recognized as revenue when they are received, or unconditionally pledged, and net assets to be classified as net assets with donor restrictions or net assets without donor restrictions, depending on the limitations placed on the contributions when received.<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Income Taxes</span> – The Organization is exempt from federal income taxes under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. As such, no provision has been made for federal or state income taxes. In addition, the Organization has been determined by the Internal Revenue Service not to be a private foundation, within the meaning of Section 509(a) of the Internal Revenue Code.<br />The Organization’s Forms 990, <em>Organization Exempt from Income Tax</em>, for the years ending 2021, 2022, and 2023 are subject to examination by the IRS, generally for three years after they were filed.<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Estimates</span> – The preparation of financial statements, in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America, requires management to make estimates, and assumptions, that affect certain reported amounts and disclosures. Accordingly, actual results could differ from those estimates.<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Cash and Cash Equivalents</span> – Cash and cash equivalents include all monies in banks, and highly liquid investments, with maturity dates of less than twelve months. The carrying value of cash, and cash equivalents, approximates fair value because of the short maturities of those financial instruments.<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Concentrations of Credit and Market Risk</span> – Financial instruments that potentially expose the Organization to concentrations of credit, and market risk consist primarily of cash equivalents and investments. Cash equivalents are maintained at high-quality financial institutions, and credit risk exposure is limited at any one institution. The Organization has not experienced any losses on its cash equivalents.<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Property and Equipment</span> – Property and equipment are recorded at acquisition cost. The Organization capitalizes assets with a cost greater than $2,500. Betterments and renewals are capitalized. Maintenance and repairs are charged to operations when incurred. Depreciation is computed using the straight-line method, over the following estimated useful lives:<br />Building and improvements 40 years<br />Equipment 3-10 years<br />Vehicles 3 years<br /><br />10<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS<br />SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br /><strong>Note 2 – Summary of Significant Accounting Policies:</strong> (continued)<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;">Classification of Net Assets</span> - Net assets of the Organization shall be classified based upon the existence, or absence, of donor-imposed restrictions, as follows:<br /><em>Net Assets without Donor Restrictions</em> - Net assets that are not subject to donor-imposed stipulations.<br /><em>Net Assets with Donor Restrictions</em> - Net assets subject to donor-imposed stipulations that may, or will be, satisfied through the actions of the Organization, and/or the passage of time.<br />Net assets accumulated by the Organization that are not subject to donor-imposed restrictions, but which the Board of Directors of the Organization has earmarked for specific uses, shall be segregated in the accounting records as "board-designated" funds, within the category of net assets without donor restrictions.<br /><br /><strong>Note 3 – Concentrations of Credit Risk</strong><br />Custodial credit risk is the risk that, in the event of a bank failure, the Organization’s deposits may not be returned to it. The Organization’s cash deposits, including interest-bearing certificates of deposit, are maintained in financial institutions. The Organization has a deposit policy for custodial credit risk to move funds to another institution if the balance exceeds FDIC coverage.<br />Category Carrying Bank<br />A B C Amount Balance<br />Demand deposits $500,000.00 $ - $80,360.65 $580,360.65 $576,802.34<br />Total $500,000.00 - $80,360.65 $580,360.65 $576,802.34<br />Category A – Cash and cash equivalents that are insured by the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) or collateralized with securities held by the Organization, or its agent, in the Organization’s name.<br />Category B – Collateralized with securities held by the pledging financial institution’s trust department, or agent, in the Organization’s name.<br />Category C – Uninsured or unregistered investments for which securities are held by the pledging financial institution’s trust department, or agent, but not in the Organization’s name.<br /><br /><strong>Note 4 – Promises to Give</strong><br />Promises to give are majorly comprised of contributions awarded by third parties but not received prior to year-end. There were $0 promises to give as of September 30, 2024.<br /><br />11<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS<br />SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br /><strong>Note 5 – Restricted Cash</strong><br />As of September 30, 2024, the Organization had restricted cash in the amount of $31,159.19. Restricted as follows:<br />Restricted Purpose Amount<br />Chapter and Affiliates $5,957.93<br />Food Insecurity Grant 10,594.00<br />History Project 8,360.01<br />Lynn Riggs/Kitchen 1,789.37<br />Van Insurance 1,167.75<br />Rainbow Room 2,500.00<br />Various >$2K 790.13<br />Total $31,159.19<br /><br /><strong>Note 6 – Investments Held by Others</strong><br />Investments held by others, as of September 30, 2024, consist of two investment funds held by Tulsa Community Foundation (TCF): The OkEq Operating Endowment Fund and the OkEq Capital Campaign Fund. These funds are invested in pooled funds, cash, and equivalents. The investments are carried on the Organization’s books at fair market value. These funds are component funds of Tulsa Community Foundation (TCF). As defined by the United States Treasury Regulations, TCF has the right to modify the terms of the fund agreement. This is sometimes referred to as “variance power”. As a result of the variance power all component funds are considered to be part of a single public charity, TCF. TCF is the legal owner of all assets contributed to any of its component funds.<br />Financial Accounting Standards Board requires that if TCF accepts contributions from the Organization and agrees to transfer those assets and the return on investment of those assets back to the Organization, then these contributions are to be reported on the financial statements of the Organization.<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><em>The OkEq Operating Endowment Fund</em></span> -This fund was established as Oklahomans for Equality Fund, a TCF Agency Fund, in April 2001. It transitioned to the OkEq Operating Endowment Fund on 12/30/2010. Current fund advisors are Board President, Vice President, and Treasurer. With 2/3 of the Advisors, TCF can accept annual distribution requests and make changes to the fund including the investment strategy. The portion allocated to the Organization, and reported as investments held by others, is $16,369.53. The portion of funds contributed to TCF by unrelated third-party donors and not reported as investments held by others on the Organizations books is $15,238.78.<br /><span style="text-decoration:underline;"><em>The OkEq Capital Campaign Fund -</em> </span>This fund was originally established by Tulsa Oklahomans for Human, Rights, Inc. as the Pyramid Project Capital Campaign Reserve Fund, a TCF agency reserve fund, in April 2002. It was renamed to the OkEq Capital Campaign Fund in TCF records. It is an agency reserve fund, and the funds are available to purchase , furnish, maintain, or make improvements to a building to house the Tulsa gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender Community Center owned by Tulsa Oklahomans for Human Rights. Current fund advisors are Board President, Vice President, and Treasurer. With 2/3 of the Advisors, TCF can accept annual distribution requests and make changes to the fund including the investment strategy. The portion allocated to the Organization and reported as investments held by others $34,565.43. The portion of funds contributed to TCF by unrelated third-party donors and not reported as investments held by others on the Organization’s books is $122,904.98.<br /><br />13 [sic.]<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS<br />SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br /><strong>Note 6 – Investments Held by Others (continued)</strong><br />As of September 30, 2024, the balances are insured by the Securities Investor Protection Corporation (SIPC), up to $500,000. Cash coverage is limited at $250,000. At times, the Organization’s deposits may exceed insured amounts. Management believes the funds are not exposed to any significant risk due to the diversity of high-grade financial instruments held by the fund, and management’s routine assessment of the portfolio.<br /><em>Investment Interest Rate Risk</em><br />Interest rate risk is the risk that changes in market interest rates will adversely affect the fair value of an investment. Generally, the longer the maturity of an investment, the greater the sensitivity of its fair value to changes in market interest rates.<br /><br /><strong>Note 7 – Fair Value Measurements</strong><br />The Organization reports fair value measurements of its assets and liabilities using a three-level hierarchy that prioritizes the inputs used to measure fair value. This hierarchy, established by GAAP, requires that entities maximize the use of observable inputs, and minimize the use of unobservable inputs, when measuring fair value. The assets or liability’s measurement within the fair value hierarchy is based on the lowest level of input that is significant to the measurement. The three levels of input used to measure fair value are as follows:<br />Level 1. Quoted prices are for identical assets or liabilities in active markets to which the Organization has access at the measurement date.<br />Level 2. Inputs other than quoted prices included in level 1 that are observable for the assets or liability, either directly or indirectly. Level 2 inputs include:<br /> Quoted prices for similar assets or liabilities in active markets;<br /> Quoted prices for identical or similar assets in markets that are not active;<br /> Observable inputs other than quoted prices for the asset or liability (for example, interest rates and yield curves); and<br /> Inputs derived principally from, or corroborated by, observable market data by correlation, or by other means.<br />Level 3. Unobservable inputs for the assets or liabilities. Unobservable inputs should be used to measure the fair value if observable inputs are not available. When available, the Organization measures fair value using Level 1 inputs because they generally provide the most reliable evidence of fair value. However, Level 1 inputs are not available for many of the assets and liabilities that the Organization is required to measure at fair value (for example, unconditional promise to give and in-kind contributions). The primary uses of fair value measurements in the Organization’s financial statements are the initial measurement of noncash gifts, gifts of investment assets, if any, including unconditional promises to give, and recurring measurement of short-term and long-term investments.<br /><br />13<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS<br />SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br /><strong>Note 8 – Property and Equipment</strong><br />The following is an analysis of property and equipment, at cost, and related depreciation at September 30, 2024:<br />Beginning of Year Additions Deletions End of Year<br />Furniture and Fixtures 134,098.46 - - 134,098.46<br />Building and Improvements 2,013,376.54 - - 2,013,376.54<br />Computers and Software 15,080.30 - - 15,080.30<br />Total Capital Assets 2,162,555.30 - - 2,162,555.30<br />Less: Accumulated Depreciation (944,137.42) (101,002.84) - (1,045,140.26)<br />Net Book Value $1,218,417.88 $(101,002.84) $ - $1,117,415.04<br /><br /><strong>Note 9 – Deferred Revenue</strong><br />Deferred revenue represents payments received for events occurring subsequent to year end.<br /><br /><strong>Note 10 – Note Payable</strong><br />The Organization had no notes payable as of September 30, 2024.<br /><br /><strong>Note 11 – Donated Services</strong><br />The Organization receives a significant amount of donated services from unpaid volunteers, who assist in fundraising and special projects. No amounts have been recognized in the statement of activities because the criteria for the recognition, under authoritative accounting standards, have not been satisfied.<br /><br /><strong>Note 12 – Functional Allocation of Expenses</strong><br />The costs of providing the various programs, and supporting services, have been summarized on a functional basis, in the statement of functional expenses. Costs that are not directly associated with providing specific services have been allocated based on the relative time spent by the employees providing these services.<br /><br /><strong>Note 13 – Commitments and Contingencies</strong><br />As of the date of this report, the Organization had no commitments or contingencies other than those reported on the statement of financial position.<br /><br />14<br /><br />OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY, INC.<br />NOTES TO THE FINANCIAL STATEMENTS<br />SEPTEMBER 30, 2024<br />WITH COMPARATIVE TOTALS YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 30, 2023<br /><br /><strong>Note 14 – Liquidity and Availability</strong><br />Financial assets available for general expenditure, that is, without donor or other restrictions limiting their use, within one year of September 30, 2024, are:<br />Cash and cash equivalents $580,360.65<br />Investments 50,934.96<br />Other assets 2,024.30<br />Total financial assets, at year end 633,319.91<br />Less those unavailable for general expenditures within on year, due to:<br />Contractual or donor-imposed restrictions<br />Restricted by donor with time or purpose restrictions 31,159.19<br />Financial assets available to meet cash needs for general expenditures within one year $602,160.72<br /><br /><strong>Note 15 – Net Assets with Donor Restrictions</strong><br />The Organization has $31,159.19 net assets with donor restrictions at September 30, 2024.<br />Restricted Purpose Amount<br />Chapter and Affiliates $5,957.93<br />Food Insecurity Grant 10,594.00<br />History Project 8,360.01<br />Lynn Riggs/Kitchen 1,789.37<br />Van Insurance 1,167.75<br />Rainbow Room 2,500.00<br />Various >$2K 790.13<br />Total $31,159.19<br /><br /><strong>Note 16 – Evaluation of Subsequent Events</strong><br />The Organization has evaluated subsequent events through May 7, 2025, the date which the financial statements were available to be issued, and no additional disclosures are required.<br /><br />15
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October 15th, 2013
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Programming Note
EBA Sponsor
Spirit Day
Equality Business Alliance
Welcome to the eNews.
Syphilis Testing
Spirit Day is Thursday, October 17th, 2013. Pledge to wear purple on that
day in support of LGBT youth and take a stand against bullying.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Bullying Conference
SAGE Tulsa Halloween
Gamily Halloween
OUT in Eureka
OkEq Programming Note
• Country Two Step Class will be canceled for Thursday, October
17th, 2013 and will resume on Thursday, October 24th, 2013 at
7:30 pm.
Tulsa Threat
Guys Dine Too
Immigration and DOMA
Computer Boot Camp
Building Bridges
The eNews for the week of October 15th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Sue Welch, McGraw Realtor
Mindful Meditation
Tulsa Pride 2014
OUTlaw Legal Series
First Thursday Art
Sue Ellen Welch
Transgender Day of
Remembrance
(918) 810-8156
Within Our Reach
OK Mr. Leather 2014
SWelch@McGrawOK.com
Tony Kushner
Herland Retreat
LGBT Literature
OYP Re-Sale Shop
OUT OK Festival
LGBT History Month
Spirit Day | Taking a stand against bullying
Thursday, October 17th, 2013
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Millions of Americans wear purple on Spirit Day
as a sign of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual
and transgender (LGBT) youth and to speak out
against bullying. Spirit Day was started in 2010
as a response to the young people who had
taken their own lives. Observed annually,
individuals, schools, organizations, corporations,
media professionals and celebrities wear purple,
which symbolizes spirit on the rainbow flag.
Getting involved is easy -- participants are asked
to simply "go purple" on October 17th, 2013 as
Hiking in the Ozarks
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
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work continues to create a world in which LGBT teens are celebrated and
accepted for who they are. Learn more & go purple at www.glaad.org/
spiritday.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The October Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, October
16th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by A Lil' Bit Retro. Please RSVP to
EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk
ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike.
Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
commercial about your business.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
October 17th, 7:00 pm
A Lil' Bit Retro
5586 S Garnett
Syphilis Testing by H.O.P.E. Testing
Wednesday, October 16th, 2013; 11:00 am - 8:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Men who get tested on Wednesday, October 16th will get a $10 QuikTrip
card!
OkEq Art Exhibit
The October exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of P.C. Cast
health outreach prevention education, inc.
Syphilis is on the rise for Gay and Bisexual Men in Tulsa. Health Outreach
Prevention Education (H.O.P.E.) will have walk in Syphilis testing on
TWednesday, October 16th from 11:00 am til 8:00 pm. So come by and
get tested at the Equality Center.
For more information on Health, Outreach, Prevention, Education
(H.O.P.E.) and their regular testing schedule, please
visit www.hopetesting.org
Annual Bullying Prevention Conference
Saturday, October 26th, 2013; 9:00 am
Rudisill Regional Library
1520 N Hartford Ave
Tulsa, OK 74106
Saturday, October 26th,
2013 from 9:00 am to 1:30
pm
Students, parents and
educators will learn about:
BlllYIN&
PRE ENTION
CONFERENCE
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
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• School climate issues
• Bullying and suicide
• Local prevention programs
• School based initiviative
• Prevention and intervention
• Cyberbullying
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Lunch provided by QuikTrip Kitchens. For questions or to register, please
visit PreventBullyingTulsa.org.
SAGE Tulsa Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 29th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have a Halloween party on Tuesday, October 29th, 2013
at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and carpool to
the party. The group will head out to Sol Smith's Native American Retreat
which is North of Sand Springs on Big Heart Mountain in Osage
County. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to attend, please email
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Gamily Halloween Spooktacular
Thursday, October 31st, 2013; 6:00 pm
Pumpkins, goodies and creepy crawlies.
Come join Gamily on Thursday, October
31st from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for a
spooktacular Halloween celebration. There
will be arts & crafts, candy galore and a
costume contest. Feel free to invite your
friends and family. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org or OkEq's Gamily
Facebook page.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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Tai Chi Class
Keith and Andrew with family Trick or Treat at OkEq Halloween 2012
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
SOS Group
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over
to Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
Grieving Well
We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get
you access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka
Springs and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday,
November 1st at 12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off
passengers at their hotel in Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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on gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other
travelers on the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to
reserve your
onthe-party
bus.
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It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
BASIN PARK
A MA,G NUSON
GRAND IU)TEI.
For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
seat
OkEq
Party
-on
-the
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SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage~
Services and Advocacy
for Cay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
day:
November 9th, 2013
All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
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Tulsa, OK 74133. Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience
is necessary to play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing
(cleats not required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The November meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Maxxwell's Restaurant
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013 around 6:30 pm. Maxxwell's Restaurant is
located inside the Campbell Hotel at 2636 E 11th Street, on the west end
of the hotel.
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending so that the restaurant may have
an accurate head count.
Immigration and DOMA:
Where do we go from here?
Monday, November 11th, 2013 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Chris Bell, YWCA Immigration Attorney, speaks on
the implications of the Supreme Court's repeal of the
Defense of Marriage Act for immigrants, especially
those who have a same-sex partner who is a U.S.
citizen.
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
First Tuesday (November 5th) of every month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
and the 2nd Saturday (November 9th) of every month from 12:00 - 2:00
pm.
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
down:
1. Computer Basics
2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
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4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
BUILDING BRIDGES
Gay and Straight
6-Week Course
Sponsored by Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry to build
awareness, education and bridges of respectful
relationship within a context of faith.
Join TMM for a 6-week course with video and
discussion using the Marin Foundation curriculum,
"Love is an Orientation" (MarinFoundation.org).
Pick your choice of date and location. There is no fee to
attend.
• Wednesdays, at 7:00 pm, Kendall-Whittier Library 21 S. Lewis Ave.
• Thursdays at 2:00 pm; Herman Kaiser Library 5202 S. Hudson St.
• Fridays at 10:30 am; Brookside Library 1207 E. 45th Pl.
• Saturdays at 1:00 pm Schusterman Library 3333 E. 32nd St.
Each location will have six meetings at the same time each week. Come
to
the first meeting and learn positive ways to address this sensitive subject,
while maintaining your faith and being respectful to your neighbors.
For information contact: Ray Hickman, (918.261.2500) Executive Director,
Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry. For more information and/or to register (not
necessary to attend): Go to the TMM website www.tumm.org
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
EL:
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Mindful Meditation
Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Science has proven the efficacy of Mindfulness
Meditation in reducing blood pressure, improving the
quality of sleep, improving memory and reducing other
effects of aging, as well as helping us deal with the
level of stress in our lives. In this class we will learn
various techniques that lead to mindfulness.
The class will start with short sessions and gradually increase them. Feel
free to join the class at any point because it doesn't take long to catch up.
Come and learn these helpful techniques and practice them with us.
Please bring your own cushion (zafu). You may also find it helpful to bring
something to pad your ankles as well.
Tulsa Pride 2014 Planning Meeting
Thursday, October 24th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
October 16th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Join Tulsa Pride on Thursday, October 24th, 2013 at
7:30 pm for the first public planning meeting for
Tulsa Pride 2014. The meetings are open to the
public and anybody who's interested in helping out is encouraged to
attend. Future planning meetings will continue on the 4th Thursdays of the
month.
For more information on Tulsa Pride 2014, please visit tulsapride.org
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions.
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Thursdays
(Resumes Oct. 24th)
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, November 7th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Yoga A - Z
Fridays
(Resumes Oct. 18th)
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class..
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
The November Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists will feature the works of Micheal Jones & Ethan Hopper, in a show
beginning with a reception on Thursday, November 7th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
'Just Gender' Tulsa Premiere Screening
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013; 7:30 pm
10 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK
JUST
GENDER
On Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 7:30
pm, Circle Cinema will host the Tulsa premiere
of the documentary film 'Just Gender". The film
showcases the work of OkEq's Gender
Outreach program and features several local
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transgender activists. In honor of Transgender
Day of Remembrance, a candlelight vigil will
be held before the premiere at 7:00 pm. For
more information on 'Just Gender', please
visit justgenderthefilm.com.
Contact mary.jones@okeq.org for more information. Everyone is invited
to come and participate.
Within Our Reach - Relationship Workshop
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 1:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Family & Children's Services will provide a FREE
relationship workshop on Saturday, November 16th,
2013 at 1:00 pm. Build on existing relationship
strengths and learn skills to create safe and stable
partner relationships. In addition, you'll learn how to:
• Communicate effectively
• Work as a team to solve problems
• Manage conflicts without damaging closeness
• Preserve and enhance love, commitment and friendship
For more information or to pre-register, contact Mary
at 918.743.4297 or mary.jones@okeq.org
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon,
and the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
Presidential Lecture Series - Tony Kushner
Tuesday, November 12th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Donald W. Reynolds Center
3208 E. 8th St
University of Tulsa Campus
The University of Tulsa Presidential Lecture Series
presents Pultizer-Prize winning playwright Tony
Kushner. His critically acclaimed plays tackle some of
today's most sensitive social issues such as HIV/AIDS, racism and
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
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capitalism. His most well known works include Angels in America, A Bright
Room Called Day and Caroline, or Change.
An Emmy Award winner and two-time Tony Award winner, Kushner is the
recipient of a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. He has received an Oscar
nomination and in 2008, became the first recipient of the Steinberg
Distinguished Playwright Award, the largest theater award in the United
States.
Presentations will begin at 7:30 p.m. Lectures are free and open to the
public; no tickets or registrations are required.
Herland Retreat
November 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 2013
Pickens Lake
Eufeaula, OK
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Her/and
The Retreats are Herland's only
"womyn only" event held throughout
the year. It is a place for women to
sister resources
feel safe and comfortable being in a
womyn's space. Plan on having a fun and relaxing time at the Herland
Retreat. You will meet lots of wonderful womyn and are sure to make a
new friend or two while you are here. Call 405.550.2312 for more
information or visit herlandsisters.org to register.
A Selective, Opinionated, and Not Especially
Academic Survey of Gay and Lesbian Literature
Since the 1800s
Tuesday, October 29th, 2013; 3:00 pm
Room MC 617
TCC Metro Campus
909 S Boston Ave
A Selective, Opinionated, and Not Especially Academic
Survey of Gay and Lesbian Literature Since the
1800s." Presented by Dr. Allen Culpepper, Assistant
Professor of English,Tulsa Community College.
Tuesday, October 29, 3:00 pm, Metro Campus Board Room, (Room MC
617). In connection with GLBT History Month. No cost. (Room capacity is
limited, though.) RSVP to allen.culpepper@tulsacc.edu by Oct. 27th,
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Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Now accepting donations
Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
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someone will meet you there.
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
The Show Must Go On....
OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
Visit www.out-ok.com for movie titles and schedule.
October is LGBT History Month
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day of the month
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day LGBT
History Month celebrates the achievements of 31
lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons.
Beginning October 1st, 2012, a new LGBT Icon will
be featured every day.
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October 16th - Elio Di Rupo
October 17th - Martin Duberman
October 18th - Tom of Finland
October 19th - Brenda Howard
October 20th - Nathan Lane
October 21st - Queen Latifah*
October 22nd - Simon Nkoli
October 23rd - Bruce Nugent
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
To view videos and bios of the featured Icons,
visit lgbthistorymonth.com
*The LGBT History Month list was finalized when the Equality Forum had sources who said
Queen Latifah would come out on her talk show. She has since said that she would not
speak about her private life on her show.
Hiking in the Ozarks
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Saturday, October 19th and 26th, 2013
Fall color hike in Arkansas lead by Doyle
Wilson and Sherlene Bunnell. The group
will hike on Saturday October 19th, 2013
and again on Saturday October 26th, 2013.
Come join as we head to Ponca, Arkansas
in search of Fall. We will be hiking The
Whitaker Point Trail to The Hawksbill Crag.
The Hawksbill Crag, also known as Whitaker Point, is located along the
northern edge of the Upper Buffalo Wilderness in the Ozark National
Forest, just south of the Buffalo National River. Please dress weather/
hiking appropriate. Bring water and snacks/lunch for hike, and don't forget
your camera.
For more information or to RSVP, please call Mary Jones at 918.743.4297
or visit the Facebook Event page.
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
"Mr & Miss Harvest 2013 Pageant"
Friday, November 1st, 2013 -10:00 pm @ TNT's (NO COVER)
Open to anyone 21+
Mr. (Male Impersonation - Any male or female willing to perform as a male) and
Miss (Female Impersonation - Any male or female willing to perform as a female).
Any Legal Talent - Singers, Dancers, Musicians, Drag, Comedians.
Both winners receive a fun crown, nice prize (valued at $25) along with a
Crowning Number (where you get to keep the your tips).
Partial proceeds for this pageant benefit - OkEq's SAGE Program
Host / MC's - Marquises to Reign VI George McCauslan & Rusty Clyma
For more information contact George or Rusty or email impcourtok@gmail.com
"Military Ball"
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Club Majestic Tulsa 9 - Close
Doors open at 9 pm (21+ Only, NO Cover before 10:30 pm)
NO Cover 21+ only
Proceeds to Benefit - Disabled American Veteran
Come dressed in your Military Uniforms or something to support your
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favorite branch of the Military. Bring plenty of money to purchase items
from the silent auction or a 50/50 raffle ticket.
A March of the Military Flags / Candle Lighting for lost Military and a Tribute to
Empress Jose I - the Widow Norton (founder of the International Court System and
a Veteran) at Midnight
There is no show this is a Ball. So please come out and show your support for our
Veterans.
50/50 Raffle
Silent Auction with items from the following
The Gayly
Tulsa Leather (T.U.L.S.A.)
Tulsa Jolt
A Li'l Bit Retro
Aunt B's Sweets and Treats
Embassy Suites Tulsa
Garden Trug
Aloft Tulsa Downtown
Club Majestic Tulsa
and others
The International Court System Military Quilt will be at this event to help
raise even more money as it is taken around to patrons.
For more information or to donate In-Kind Items for the Silent Auction contact King
Father Scotty on the Court Facebook Page or email ICAO @
impcourtok@gmail.com
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Brand new in the Pride Store, "Oklahomo" Long Sleeve
Shirts. From sizes Small to 5 XL, Only $18
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'A Woman Like That:
Lesbian and Bisexual Writers Tell Their Coming Out Stories
'
Edited By Joan Larkin
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The act of "coming out" has the power to transform
every aspect of a woman's life: family, friendships,
career, sexuality, spirituality. An essential element
of self-realization, it is the unabashed acceptance of
one's "outlaw" standing in a predominantly
heterosexual world.
These accounts -- sometimes heart-wrenching,
often exhilarating -- encompass a wide breadth of
backgrounds and experiences. From a teenager
institutionalized for her passion for women to the
mother who must come out to her young sons at
the risk of losing them -- from the cautious academic to the raucous
liberated femme -- each woman represented here tells of forging a unique
path toward the difficult but emancipating recognition of herself. Extending
from the 1940s to the present day, these intensely personal stories in turn
reflect a unique history of the changing social mores that affected each
woman's ability to determine the shape of her own life. Together they form
an ornate tapestry of lesbian and bisexual experience in the United States
over the past half-century.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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Welcome to the eNews.
OkEq would like to thank everyone who participated in the Gamily Back to
School Carnival. It was an amazing success. Speical thanks to Gamily
Intern Samantha Checotah!
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SAGE Pool Party
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In honor of their 25 years together,
Angela Sivadon and Mary Robinson made a donation to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign and
sponsored the Equality Center and OkEq programming
for the day of
Thursday, August 1st, 2013.
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
August 15th, 7:00 pm
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OkEq Art Exhibit
Thank You and Congratulations, Angela and Mary!
Click here to commemorate your special day with
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The August exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature "POSING"
Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The August Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, August 21st,
2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Enhance Skin & Body Medical Spa. Please
RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends
list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
Enhance Skin & Body Medical Spa
6616 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133
George Kaiser Family Foundation
Matching Grant
Become a new donor to OkEq or a new member of Oklahomans for
Equality today. All new member donations to Oklahomans for Equality will
be matched by the George Kaiser Family Foundation.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
GEORGE KAISER FAMILY FOUNDATION
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SAGE Tulsa Pool Party
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have an encore pool party on Tuesday, August 27th,
2013 at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and
carpool to the pool party. Lunch at the pool party will be Potluck, so bring
your favorite summer dish. The pool has a shallow end and also has
railing with steps to help people into the pool. If you would like to attend,
please email Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
sage~
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& TramgcndC'r Elders
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poo/party
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available on
Mondays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Spectrum Knits
The Clobber Verses - Religion Workshop
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading two sessions of a
religion workshop called "The Clobber Verses".
These sessions will entail various faith leaders in
Tulsa providing historical, social, pastoral and
theological background on the Bible passages that
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are used to justify homophobia. The first session will be on Monday,
August 26th, 2013 at 7:00 pm when the workshop will look at the
passages in the Old Testament. The workshop will look at New Testament
passages during the second session, which will be the following night,
Tuesday, August 27th at 7:00 pm.
Both sessions will begin with a 30 - 45 minute presentation by a Biblical
scholar from Phillips Theological Seminary. Each presentation will by
followed by a brief Q&A, and then small group discussions of personal
experiences with the texts. After the small group discussions, a panel of
local pastors will answer additional questions.
If you've ever been clobbered by someone using the Bible as a weapon,
you won't want to miss this unique opportunity to learn what the Bible
actually says, and ways you can be confident that you have a special
place in Creation. These forums are open to all, regardless of belief
system.
For more information, please contact Bob at uccrevbob@gmail.com.
Gamily Back to School Carnival
Sunday, August 4th, 2013
OkEq's Gamily Program would like to thank all the participants, volunteers
and school supply donors at the 1st Annual back to School Carnival.
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Over 100 kids and families were given supplies for the new school year
and were able to meet and mingle with other gay parents or parents with
LGBT children. The families enjoyed carnival games, story time, face
painting and pony rides. Photos by Steven Michaels Photography
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbia n, Bisexual
E< Tramgender Elders
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
Resumes Sept 3rd
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about different
topics. Whatever your
niche, you are welcome to
come and discuss it. For
more information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
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Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
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Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Counseling Services
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Lambda Al-Anon
Every other Wednesday
August 14th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Rainbow Writers
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Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
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Tulsa Metro Softball League
Fall Ball Registration 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Registration Now Open!
Teams will be selected at random from a
"hat" at the Fall Draft Event; all players must
register and pay dues online to be eligible to
play. No cash or checks will be accepted at
any time. Click here to get more information
on the Fall Ball 2013 Draft Party and to sign
up.
Fall Ball Player Dues are $40 per
player. Game Dates & Times: TBD, but will
be Sunday afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning in mid-September
and ending late October. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball Complex
located at 17120 E. 21st Street in Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Business Alliance
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Intro to LGBTQ Literature
Tulsa Community College Fall 2013 Schedule
Are your literary tastes a little more colorful than some?
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Maybe you need a taste of
LGBTQ Literature!
Introduction to LGBTQ Literature
Coming to TCC for Fall 2013
ENGL 2993, Section 390, CRN 17124
Online, 16 week course
taught by Dr. Allen Culpeper
Tentative reading list: Maurice by E. M. Forster, Oranges Are Not the
Only Fruit by Jenette Winterson, Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin,
Eighty-Sixed by David Feinberg, Cloud 9 by Caryl Churchhill, The Laramie
Project by Moises Kaufman, Pages for You by Sylvia Brownrigg, Love
Speaks Its Name: Gay and Lesbian Love Poems edited by J.D. McClatchy
For more information contact:
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
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Council Oak Mens Chorale Rehearsals
Mondays; 7:00 pm
Rehearsals for Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter
Season 2013 Performance will continue on
Mondays, from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Fellowship
Congregational Church Fellowship Hall - 2900 S.
Harvard Ave. New singers are welcome!
The concert will feature holiday seasonal music
both traditional and popular, including All Through
the Night, Ave Maria(Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry
Gentlemen, Little Drummer Boy, Holly Jolly
councJI oal< moos chorale
Christmas, Jingle Bells and more.
council oak
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Visit www.counciloak.org for additional information
Cooling Station
The Equality Center will act as a cooling station for Tulsa citizens
When the National Weather Service issues
Extreme Heat Warnings, the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will act as an official cooling
station for the City of Tulsa. If you know
someone who does not have adequate airconditioning, please encourage them to
utilize the Equality Center. Pets crated or on
leashes are also welcome. If you would like
to assist the Equality Center as we serve the
citizens of Tulsa you may make donations of bottled water or financial gifts
to cover expenses associated with hosting our neighbors in need. The
Cooling Station hours are 12 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and
12 pm to 6 pm on Sunday.
Mosaic Diversity Business Awards Survey
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Mission: Mosaic will educate,
lead,
and
influence
businesses
on
creating
diverse
and
inclusive
workforce cultures to enhance
their competitive advantage.
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Mosaic is launching a survey
to identify businesses that
powered by the tulsa regional chamber
have a commitment to
creating inclusive cultures in
our region. Their goal is to establish a baseline of area employers, for
profit and nonprofit (government, education & foundations), working
towards developing diverse and inclusive cultures through multiple
approaches. The survey questions are tied to metrics most frequently
utilized in diversity and inclusion awards regionally and nationally. We
hope to identify ten for profits and ten nonprofits for our region's Top 20
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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Inclusive Cultures.
� Link to Mosaic's D&I Survey
The survey will close at end of business August 9th, 2013. The results of
the survey will be shared at Mosaic's inaugural Economic Inclusion Forum
October 21st, 2013.
H.O.P.E.'s 15th Anniversary Celebration "DIVAS"
Event
Friday, August 23rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
Doubletree Warren Place
6110 South Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 75136
H.O.P.E.'s 15th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION "DIVAS" EVENT
Reception 6:30 pm
Concert 7:45 pm
FEATURING:
Cindy Cain Pam - Van Dyke
Christy Hanewinkel - Tavis Minner
Heather Richetto-Rumley - John Sawyer
Jeff Cherblanc - Phena Hackett - Mark Gibson
Celebrating H.O.P.E.'s 15 years of providing HIV and Hepatitis prevention,
education, testing, and linkage to medical care and social services in the
Tulsa Community and 25 surrounding counties.
For more information, visit hopetesting.org or click here for ticket
purchases and sponsorships.
Drag Queen Bingo benefiting Our House Too
Saturday, August 24th, 2013; Doors open at 7:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Hotel
100 E 2nd St Tulsa, OK 74103
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Drag Queen Bingo 2013
August 24th, 2013
Hyatt Regency Hotel
7:30 - 10:00 pm
$30
Bingo like your mother never played...
This annual event and fundraiser for Our House Too will be held August
24th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Female impersonators will bring
dazzling entertainment and fabulous bingo prizes for this, the eighth year,
beginning at 7:30 and ending at 10:00 pm with doors opening at 7:00 pm.
A silent auction and a 50/50 raffle will be held and, of course, several
rousing games of bingo will be played! Some of your favorite artists will
perform glittering numbers to wow the crowd.
Tickets for Drag Queen Bingo 2013 are $30 per person and
advanced tickets are available online through PayPal.
Purchase an indivdual ticket
Reserve a Table
Reserve a Premium Table
Reserve a Runway Table
For more information on table packages please contact Our House Too at
918.688.2144
or DQB@ourhousetoo.com
Our House Too is a nonprofit organization serving to eliminate the social
isolation of people living with HIV/ AIDS in the Tulsa area. In addition to
providing monthly activities and holiday celebrations, Our House Too
offers food baskets, a toiletry and household pantry and weekly lunches.
ourhousetoo.com
Women's Tackle Football
Coaching Position Available
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
looking for a qualified head coach for the 2014
season. The Threat is a non-profit, semi-pro, fullcontact women's tackle football team based in Tulsa,
Oklahoma. A member of the Women's Football
Alliance since 2011, the Threat is a combination of
beginner and intermediate adult athletes with a love
for competitive football. The Threat off-season
training begins in December, with games starting in April. The regular
season consists of 8 games. All games are on Saturday nights, 4 home,
and 4 away to surrounding states. Additional postseason games are to be
determined on team performance. This is a paid position and all traveling
accommodations will be covered by the team. For more information send
an email to tulsaWTF@yahoo.com or visit www.tulsathreat.com
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2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 S Peoria Ave
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The 2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation will
occur on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 2:00
pm at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria
Ave in Tulsa. Our guest speaker for this event will
be Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the
Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF).
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The Russell Bennett Faith and Courage Award is
presented annually to an individual or group who embodies Rev Russell
Bennett's commitment to the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance. Rev Bennett was
one of the principal founders of the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance, and he was
one of those happy warriors who was always willing to stand in the breach
or to lead the charge on a long list of issues. The Board is still taking
nominations for the recipient of this year's award, and the recipient will be
announced soon.
Michael L. "Mikey" Weinstein, the Founder and President of the Military
Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), will be the guest speaker for this
event. His presentation is entitled "A Dire National Security Threat: The
Destruction of the Wall Separating Church and State in the U.S. Armed
Forces."
To RSVP and be kept up-to-date on this event, please sign up on the
Facebook Event page.
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Voting members must be current in their $50 OkEq membership fee by
September 11th, 2013.
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Welcome to the eNews.
OkEq is planning a group trip to Eureka Springs for Fall Diversity
Weekend on November 1st - 3rd, 2013. Space will be limited. Look for the
details next week!
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
SAGE Pool Party
OUT in Eureka
The Clobber Verses
Tulsa Unites Against Bullying
Fall Ball 2013
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The August Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, August 21st,
2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Enhance Skin & Body Medical Spa. Please
RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends
list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
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Matching Grant
Become a new donor to OkEq or a new member of Oklahomans for
Equality today. All new member donations to Oklahomans for Equality will
be matched by the George Kaiser Family Foundation.
OkEq Board and
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Thursday,
August 15th, 7:00 pm
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Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Voting members must be current in their $50 OkEq membership fee by
September 11th, 2013.
SAGE Tulsa Pool Party
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have an encore pool party on Tuesday, August 27th,
2013 at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and
carpool to the pool party. Lunch at the pool party will be Potluck, so bring
your favorite summer dish. The pool has a shallow end and also has
railing with steps to help people into the pool. If you would like to attend,
please email Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The August exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature "POSING"
Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, le5b1an, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
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The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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Counseling Services
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs will be Nov 1st - 3rd, 2013.
What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka? We
are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over to Eureka to
celebrate Diversity Weekend. Premium packages will include a two night
stay at the Basin Park Hotel in Downtown Eureka Springs and
transportation on the party bus to and from Eureka.
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available on
Mondays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Package prices and details on how to book your spot will be announced
soon. Space will be limited so make your plans now to celebrate Diversity
Weekend in Eureka Springs with OkEq. If interested, please get your
name on the list by emailing Lucas.Green@OkEq.org.
The Clobber Verses - Religion Workshop
Grieving Well
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Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading two sessions of a
religion workshop called "The Clobber Verses".
These sessions will entail various faith leaders in
Tulsa providing historical, social, pastoral and
theological background on the Bible passages that
are used to justify homophobia. The first session will
be on Monday, August 26th, 2013 at 7:00 pm when the forum will look at
the passages in the Old Testament. The forum will look at New Testament
passages during the second session, which will be the following night,
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
We will begin each session with a 30-45 minute presentation by a biblical
scholar from Phillips Theological Seminary. On Monday, August 26, we will
hear from Lisa Davison, PhD, Johnnie Eargle Cadieux Professor of
Hebrew Bible, and Tuesday we will hear from Dennis T Smith, ThD,
LaDonna Kramer Meinders Professor of New Testament.
Each presentation will by followed by a brief Q&A, and then small group
discussions of personal experiences with the texts. After the small group
discussions, a panel of local pastors will answer additional questions.
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
If you've ever been clobbered by someone using the Bible as a weapon,
you won't want to miss this unique opportunity to learn what the Bible
actually says, what current scholarship says about how we might
understand those verses in the 21st century, and ways you can be
confident that you have a special place in Creation. These forums are
open to all, regardless of belief system.
For more information, please contact Bob at uccrevbob@gmail.com.
"Tulsa Unites Against Bullying" Rally
Sunday, August 25th, 2013; 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Guthrie Green
111 E Brady St
OCCJ and the Anti-Bullying Colleboralion of Tulsa present:
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Back-to-school celebration of community members dedicated lo ending bullying.
$UJU/JJg, Alig,. 25, 2013 • 3-6 pm
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Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
The Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice and the Anti-Bullying
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Collaboration of Tulsa will present Tulsa Unites Against Bullying on
Sunday, August 25th, 2013 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm. Please contact OCCJ at
918.583.1361 for more information on the rally or having an information
booth at the event.
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbia n, Bisexual
E< Tramgender Elders
Tulsa Metro Softball League
Fall Ball Registration 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Registration Now Open!
Teams will be selected at random from a
"hat" at the Fall Draft Event; all players must
register and pay dues online to be eligible to
play. No cash or checks will be accepted at
any time. Click here to get more information
on the Fall Ball 2013 Draft Party and to sign
up.
Fall Ball Player Dues are $40 per
player. Game Dates & Times: TBD, but will
be Sunday afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning in mid-September
and ending late October. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball Complex
located at 17120 E. 21st Street in Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
New Counseling Services
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment
Eric Jett is joining OkEq's counseling services and
will see people on Tuesdays and Thursdays by
appointment. Fees are on a sliding scale based on
income. Appointments are required. Contact Eric by
phone at 918.850.0987 or email him at
E.Jett@OkEq.org
NERDception
End of Life Arrangements Presentation
Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013; 10:30 am
Thursday, September 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Taking the time to design your service is a loving act, and not a difficult one.
Floral Haven invites you to explore the seemingly infinite number of ways to
celebrate and honor a life.
Equality Business Alliance member, Floral Haven Funeral Home, will have
two End of Life Arrangement presentations on Tuesday, September 3rd,
2013 at 10:30 am and Thursday, September 5th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. The
September 3rd presentation will be for the SAGE Tulsa group and will
include a pancake breakfast. On September 5th there will be an evening
presentation for the community.
For more information on Floral Haven and their services,
Every other Tuesday
Resumes Sept 3rd
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about different
topics. Whatever your
niche, you are welcome to
come and discuss it. For
more information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
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Choregus Productions "EQUALITY" Discount
5 Shows for $100
Choregus Productions is offering new subscribers the opportunity to
purchase season tickets for FIVE contemporary dance performances for
the low price of $100 - that is half off the single ticket price of $40 for each
performance. To receive the discount, call 918.688.6112 and give the
code word "EQUALITY."
Check www.choregus.org for more information
on the performances included in the 2013 - 2014 season.
Cooling Station
The Equality Center will act as a cooling station for Tulsa citizens
When the National Weather Service issues
Extreme Heat Warnings, the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will act as an official cooling
station for the City of Tulsa. If you know
someone who does not have adequate airconditioning, please encourage them to
utilize the Equality Center. Pets crated or on
leashes are also welcome. If you would like
to assist the Equality Center as we serve the
citizens of Tulsa you may make donations of bottled water or financial gifts
to cover expenses associated with hosting our neighbors in need. The
Cooling Station hours are 12 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and
12 pm to 6 pm on Sunday.
H.O.P.E.'s 15th Anniversary Celebration "DIVAS"
Event
Friday, August 23rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
Doubletree Warren Place
6110 South Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 75136
H.O.P.E.'s 15th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION "DIVAS" EVENT
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
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For more information, visit hopetesting.org or click here for ticket
purchases and sponsorships.
Drag Queen Bingo benefiting Our House Too
Saturday, August 24th, 2013; Doors open at 7:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Hotel
100 E 2nd St Tulsa, OK 74103
Drag Queen Bingo 2013
August 24th, 2013
Hyatt Regency Hotel
7:30 - 10:00 pm
$30
Bingo like your mother never played...
This annual event and fundraiser for Our House Too will be held August
24th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Female impersonators will bring
dazzling entertainment and fabulous bingo prizes for this, the eighth year,
beginning at 7:30 and ending at 10:00 pm with doors opening at 7:00 pm.
A silent auction and a 50/50 raffle will be held and, of course, several
rousing games of bingo will be played! Some of your favorite artists will
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
August 14th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling Services
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Cindy Cain Pam - Van Dyke
Christy Hanewinkel - Tavis Minner
Heather Richetto-Rumley - John Sawyer
Jeff Cherblanc - Phena Hackett - Mark Gibson
FEATURING:
Reception 6:30 pm
Concert 7:45 pm
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education, testing, and linkage to medical care and social services in the
Tulsa Community and 25 surrounding counties.
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perform glittering numbers to wow the crowd.
Tickets for Drag Queen Bingo 2013 are $30 per person and
advanced tickets are available online through PayPal.
Purchase an indivdual ticket
Reserve a Table
Reserve a Premium Table
Reserve a Runway Table
For more information on table packages please contact Our House Too at
918.688.2144
or DQB@ourhousetoo.com
Our House Too is a nonprofit organization serving to eliminate the social
isolation of people living with HIV/ AIDS in the Tulsa area. In addition to
providing monthly activities and holiday celebrations, Our House Too
offers food baskets, a toiletry and household pantry and weekly lunches.
ourhousetoo.com
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Women's Tackle Football
Coaching Position Available
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
looking for a qualified head coach for the 2014
season. The Threat is a non-profit, semi-pro, fullcontact women's tackle football team based in Tulsa,
Oklahoma. A member of the Women's Football
Alliance since 2011, the Threat is a combination of
beginner and intermediate adult athletes with a love
for competitive football. The Threat off-season
training begins in December, with games starting in April. The regular
season consists of 8 games. All games are on Saturday nights, 4 home,
and 4 away to surrounding states. Additional postseason games are to be
determined on team performance. This is a paid position and all traveling
accommodations will be covered by the team. For more information send
an email to tulsaWTF@yahoo.com or visit www.tulsathreat.com
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 S Peoria Ave
The 2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation will
occur on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 2:00
pm at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria
Ave in Tulsa. Our guest speaker for this event will
be Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the
Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF).
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1NTUfAITH ALUANCf
The Russell Bennett Faith and Courage Award is
presented annually to an individual or group who embodies Rev Russell
Bennett's commitment to the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance. Rev Bennett was
one of the principal founders of the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance, and he was
one of those happy warriors who was always willing to stand in the breach
or to lead the charge on a long list of issues. The Board is still taking
nominations for the recipient of this year's award, and the recipient will be
announced soon.
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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Michael L. "Mikey" Weinstein, the Founder and President of the Military
Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), will be the guest speaker for this
event. His presentation is entitled "A Dire National Security Threat: The
Destruction of the Wall Separating Church and State in the U.S. Armed
Forces."
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
To RSVP and be kept up-to-date on this event, please sign up on the
Facebook Event page.
Equality Center Pride Store
The Pride Store at the Equality Center has been undergoing
some reorganizing and restocking. Be sure to come by and
check out the new items and the newly discounted items.
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Out of Sync' by Lance Bass
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
At sixteen, Lance Bass received a
phone call from Justin Timberlake that
would change his life forever. Soon
after, he left his small-town home in
Clinton, Mississippi, to join an
emerging musical group called
*NSYNC. Two years later *NSYNC
was inspiring Beatles-esque mania
around the world, becoming the face
of the new MTV generation, and
earning the all-time record for most
album sales in a single day (more
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
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than one million) and in a single week
for No Strings Attached.
He's remained in the spotlight ever
since, and here he talks in depth for
the first time about his childhood, his
astonishing experiences as a young
man and Christian growing up in one of the biggest bands in the world, his
shock and frustration at the band's eventual dissolution, and his
subsequent career, including his four months in Russia, training to
become a cosmonaut.
He also frankly discusses life as a gay man -- his first same-sex
relationship at twenty-one, his struggle to keep his sexuality hidden from
*NSYNC's fans in case it jeopardized the band's success, and the true
circumstances that led to his decision to publicly come out at the age of
twenty-seven.
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Full of fascinating behind-the-scenes lore and revealing insights from a
pop star who, until now, has been notoriously private.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
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Program Coordinator
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Office Manager
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There are two greats events for the community this weekend! H.O.P.E
DIVAS and Drag Queen Bingo! Be sure to purchase your tickets and show
your support.
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Tulsa Unites Against Bullying
SAGE Pool Party
OUT in Eureka
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Tulsa Threat Coach
Russell Bennett Award
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
In honor of their engagement,
Summer and Hannah Knox made a donation to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign and
are sponsoring OkEq programming
for the day of
Sunday, August 25th, 2013.
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The August exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature "POSING"
Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at 7:00 pm.
Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election. Voting
members must be current in their $50 OkEq membership fee by
September 11th, 2013. Click here to view nominated candidates.
"Tulsa Unites Against Bullying" Rally
Sunday, August 25th, 2013; 3:00 - 6:00 pm
Guthrie Green
111 E Brady St
OCCJ and the Anti-Bullying Collaboration of Tulsa present:
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
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Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Back-to-school celebration of community members dedicated lo ending bullying.
jlllldag,, Alig,. 25, 2013 • J-6 pm,
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The Oklahoma Center for Community and Justice and the Anti-Bullying
Collaboration of Tulsa will present Tulsa Unites Against Bullying on
Sunday, August 25th, 2013 from 3:00 - 6:00 pm. Please contact OCCJ at
918.583.1361 for more information on the rally or having an information
booth at the event.
SAGE Tulsa Pool Party
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have an encore pool party on Tuesday, August 27th, 2013
at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and carpool to
the pool party. Lunch at the pool party will be Potluck, so bring your favorite
summer dish. The pool has a shallow end and also has railing with steps to
help people into the pool. If you would like to attend, please email
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lesb ian, Bisexual
& TramgC'ndC'r EldC'rs
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available on
Mondays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
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poo/party
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images of
LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
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Grieving Well
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs will be Nov 1st - 3rd, 2013. What
better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka? We are
gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over to Eureka Springs
for Diversity Weekend.
We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus and that is only $75 per
passenger. For your hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the
Basin Park Hotel in Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn
Eureka Springs. The bus will leave at 12:00 pm and drop off passengers at
their hotel. Click here to reserve your seat on the party bus.
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
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SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage -
Se1V1ces and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip!
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For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night
(Excludes Tax).
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
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For the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs, please call 479.253.9551 and
ask for a room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate
includes breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax).
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
The Clobber Verses - Religion Workshop
Monday, August 26th and Tuesday, August 27th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Rev. Bob Lawrence is organizing two sessions of a
religion workshop called "The Clobber Verses".
These sessions will entail various faith leaders in
Tulsa providing historical, social, pastoral and
theological background on the Bible passages that
are used to justify homophobia. The first session will
be on Monday, August 26th, 2013 at 7:00 pm when the forum will look at
the passages in the Old Testament. The forum will look at New Testament
passages during the second session, which will be the following night,
Tuesday, August 27th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
We will begin each session with a 30-45 minute presentation by a biblical
scholar from Phillips Theological Seminary. On Monday, August 26, we will
hear from Lisa Davison, PhD, Johnnie Eargle Cadieux Professor of
Hebrew Bible, and Tuesday we will hear from Dennis T Smith, ThD,
LaDonna Kramer Meinders Professor of New Testament.
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
Resumes Sept 3rd
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about different
topics. Whatever your
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Each presentation will by followed by a brief Q&A, and then small group
discussions of personal experiences with the texts. After the small group
discussions, a panel of local pastors will answer additional questions.
niche, you are welcome to
come and discuss it. For
more information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
If you've ever been clobbered by someone using the Bible as a weapon,
you won't want to miss this unique opportunity to learn what the Bible
actually says, what current scholarship says about how we might
understand those verses in the 21st century, and ways you can be
confident that you have a special place in Creation. These forums are open
to all, regardless of belief system.
For more information, please contact Bob at uccrevbob@gmail.com.
Gamily featured family
for the week of August 22nd
This week's featured Gamily Family is Heather Threadgill and
Angel Adams and their 2 year-old daughter Hadley Adams-Threadgill.
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For more
information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah at
Gamily@OkEq.org.
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
September 5th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The September OkEq showcase
and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, will
feature the extensive works of Tulsa
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
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Fall Ball Registration 2013
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
September 4th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
"OkEq gallery proposal"
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and close
on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work sold.
Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded by a
drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is October
15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the 2014
Exhibition Calendar. The gallery encourages
emerging artists and fresh challenging work in
all media, including installation works.
Proposals should include a paragraph or two
about your vision for an exhibit, as well as 5
JPEG images which characterize your current
work.
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
artist Artie Smoote in a show
beginning with a reception on
Thursday, September 5th, 2013
from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month.
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Fall Ball 2013
Registration Now Open!
On Sunday, September 8th, 2013 at 5:00 pm,
TMSL will host the Fall Ball Draft party at
New Age Renegade. Teams will be selected
at random from a "hat". All players must
register and pay dues online to be eligible to
play. No cash or checks will be accepted at
any time. Click here to get more information
on the Fall Ball 2013 Draft Party and to sign
up.
Fall Ball Player Dues are $40 per player. Game Dates & Times: Sunday
afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning September 15th, 2013 through
October 27th, 2013. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball Complex
located at 17120 E. 21st Street in Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
New Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays by appointment
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Eric Jett is joining OkEq's counseling services and will
see people on Tuesdays and Thursdays by
appointment. Fees are on a sliding scale based on
income. Appointments are required. Contact Eric by
phone at 918.850.0987 or email him at
E.Jett@OkEq.org
End of Life Arrangements Presentation
Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013; 10:30 am
Thursday, September 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Taking the time to design your service is a loving act, and not a difficult one.
Floral Haven invites you to explore the seemingly infinite number of ways to
celebrate and honor a life.
Equality Business Alliance member, Floral Haven Funeral Home, will have
two End of Life Arrangement presentations on Tuesday, September 3rd,
2013 at 10:30 am and Thursday, September 5th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. The
September 3rd presentation will be for the SAGE Tulsa group and will
include a pancake breakfast. On September 5th there will be an evening
presentation for the community.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
For more information on Floral Haven and their services,
please visit www.floralhaven.com
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Choregus Productions "EQUALITY" Discount
5 Shows for $100
Choregus Productions is offering new subscribers the opportunity to
purchase season tickets for FIVE contemporary dance performances for
the low price of $100 - that is half off the single ticket price of $40 for each
performance. To receive the discount, call 918.688.6112 and give the code
word "EQUALITY."
Check www.choregus.org for more information
on the performances included in the 2013 - 2014 season.
H.O.P.E.'s 15th Anniversary Celebration "DIVAS"
Event
Friday, August 23rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
Doubletree Warren Place
6110 South Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 75136
H.O.P.E.'s 15th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION "DIVAS" EVENT
Reception 6:30 pm
Concert 7:45 pm
FEATURING:
Cindy Cain Pam - Van Dyke
Christy Hanewinkel - Tavis Minner
Heather Richetto-Rumley - John Sawyer
Jeff Cherblanc - Phena Hackett - Mark Gibson
Celebrating H.O.P.E.'s 15 years of providing HIV and Hepatitis prevention,
education, testing, and linkage to medical care and social services in the
Tulsa Community and 25 surrounding counties.
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
For more information, visit hopetesting.org or click here for ticket
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purchases and sponsorships.
Drag Queen Bingo benefiting Our House Too
Saturday, August 24th, 2013; Doors open at 7:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Hotel
100 E 2nd St Tulsa, OK 74103
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
Drag Queen Bingo 2013
August 24th, 2013
Hyatt Regency Hotel
7:30 - 10:00 pm
$30
Bingo like your mother never played...
This annual event and fundraiser for Our House Too will be held August
24th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Female impersonators will bring
dazzling entertainment and fabulous bingo prizes for this, the eighth year,
beginning at 7:30 and ending at 10:00 pm with doors opening at 7:00 pm.
A silent auction and a 50/50 raffle will be held and, of course, several
rousing games of bingo will be played! Some of your favorite artists will
perform glittering numbers to wow the crowd.
Tickets for Drag Queen Bingo 2013 are $30 per person and
advanced tickets are available online through PayPal.
Purchase an indivdual ticket
Reserve a Table
Reserve a Premium Table
Reserve a Runway Table
For more information on table packages please contact Our House Too at
918.688.2144
or DQB@ourhousetoo.com
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Our House Too is a nonprofit organization serving to eliminate the social
isolation of people living with HIV/ AIDS in the Tulsa area. In addition to
providing monthly activities and holiday celebrations, Our House Too offers
food baskets, a toiletry and household pantry and weekly lunches.
ourhousetoo.com
Women's Tackle Football
Coaching Position Available
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is looking
for a qualified head coach for the 2014 season. The
Threat is a non-profit, semi-pro, full-contact women's
tackle football team based in Tulsa, Oklahoma. A
member of the Women's Football Alliance since 2011,
the Threat is a combination of beginner and
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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intermediate adult athletes with a love for competitive
football. The Threat off-season training begins in
December, with games starting in April. The regular season consists of 8
games. All games are on Saturday nights, 4 home, and 4 away to
surrounding states. Additional postseason games are to be determined on
team performance. This is a paid position and all traveling
accommodations will be covered by the team. For more information send
an email to tulsaWTF@yahoo.com or visit www.tulsathreat.com
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 S Peoria Ave
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The 2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation will
occur on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 2:00
pm at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria
Ave in Tulsa. Our guest speaker for this event will
be Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the
Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF).
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The Russell Bennett Faith and Courage Award is
presented annually to an individual or group who embodies Rev Russell
Bennett's commitment to the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance. Rev Bennett was
one of the principal founders of the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance, and he was
one of those happy warriors who was always willing to stand in the breach
or to lead the charge on a long list of issues. The Board is still taking
nominations for the recipient of this year's award, and the recipient will be
announced soon.
Michael L. "Mikey" Weinstein, the Founder and President of the Military
Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), will be the guest speaker for this
event. His presentation is entitled "A Dire National Security Threat: The
Destruction of the Wall Separating Church and State in the U.S. Armed
Forces."
To RSVP and be kept up-to-date on this event, please sign up on the
Facebook Event page.
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon, and
the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML XXV
tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for this
year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
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As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum, Mr.
Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
September is a special month for
St. Jerome Parish of the Ecumenical Catholic
Communion (ECC)
September 19 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Formation of the
Ecumenical Catholic Communion (ECC)
Although St. Jerome was founded in 1995, the parish has been a part of
the ECC for four years. St. Jerome is celebrating the formation of the ECC
with events throughout the month, giving people opportunity to discover the
ECC. The first of these events is:
An Evening at the Movies!
On Tues. Sept.10th, 2013 at 7:00 pm
we will show the documentary
film, Saint of 9/11 which presents the
turbulent, restless, spiritual and
remarkable journey of Father Mychal
Judge,
OFM.
Compassionate
champion of the needy and forgotten,
a beloved Fire Department Chaplain
(he lost his life at the Twin Towers
ministering to his men of the NYFD on
9/11), recovering alcoholic, and gay
man who loved his priestly work.
Inspired
by
his
life,
the
documentary embraces Fr. Mychal's
full humanity.
St. Jerome would like to invite all first responders to come, receive a token
of our appreciation for their Civil Service Popcorn and soft drinks will be
served!
Please see this space for other exciting events happening
throughout the month of September.
St. Jerome Parish, Event Center
205 West King Street Tulsa
918 582 3088
Equality Center Pride Store
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The Pride Store at the Equality Center has been undergoing
some reorganizing and restocking. Be sure to come by and
check out the new items and the newly discounted items.
And be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook
page to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Since My Last Confession' by Scott Pomfret
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
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Scott Pomfret serves as a lector at St.
Anthony Shrine in Boston. He also
writes gay porn. His boyfriend is a
flaming atheist, and his boyfriend's
Protestant grandmother considers
Catholicism a sin worse than sodomy.
From Pentecost to Pride, from the
books of the Bible to the articles of the
Advocate, Pomfret's wry, hysterically
funny memoir maps with matchless
humor the full spectrum of the gay
Catholic experience.
a gay catholic memoir
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In This Issue
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Welcome to the eNews.
Today, the US Department of Treasurary and the IRS and the US
Department of Health and Human Services Departments have made
historic rulings in favor of LGBT inclusion. See below for all the details.
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End of Life Presentation
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Oklahomans for Equality applauds the wonderful news from the U.S.
Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service and the U.S.
Department of Health and Human Services regarding the federal
recognition of same sex married couples for federal tax purposes, and
Medicare coverage now applies equally to legally married same sex
couples, regardless of where they reside.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
September 19th, 7:00 pm
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service
(IRS) today ruled that same-sex couples, legally married in jurisdictions
that recognize their marriages, will be treated as married for federal tax
purposes. The ruling applies regardless of whether the couple lives in a
jurisdiction that recognizes same-sex marriage or a jurisdiction that does
not recognize same-sex marriage. Click here for more information about
the ruling.
The Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) issued a memo
clarifying that all beneficiaries in private Medicare plans have access to
equal coverage when it comes to care in a nursing home where their
spouse lives. This is the first guidance issued by HHS in response to the
recent Supreme Court ruling, which held section 3 of the Defense of
Marriage Act unconstitutional. Click here for more information about the
ruling.
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at 7:00 pm.
Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election. Voting
members must be current in their $50 OkEq membership fee by
September 11th, 2013. Click here to view nominated candidates.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The August exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature "POSING"
Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos
End of Life Arrangements Presentation
Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013; 10:30 am
Thursday, September 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Taking the time to design your service is a loving act, and not a difficult one.
Floral Haven invites you to explore the seemingly infinite number of ways to
celebrate and honor a life.
Equality Business Alliance member, Floral Haven Funeral Home, will have
two End of Life Arrangement presentations
sage·
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
&. Transgender Elders
On Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013 at 10:30 am, there will be a
presentation for the SAGE Tulsa group. The morning presentation will
include a pancake breakfast. Please RSVP to Lucas.Green@OkEq.org if
you would like to attend.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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On Thursday, September 5th, 2013 at 6:30 pm, there will be an evening
presentation for the community.
For more information on Floral Haven and their services,
please visit www.floralhaven.com
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Counseling Services
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
September 5th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The September OkEq showcase
and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, will
feature the extensive work of Tulsa
artist Artie Smoote in a show
beginning with a reception on
Thursday, September 5th, 2013
from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month.
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Spectrum Knits
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over to
Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get you
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access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka Springs
and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday, November 1st at
12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off passengers at their hotel in
Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you on
gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other travelers on
the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to reserve your
seat on the party bus.
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It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
BASIN PARK
A MA,G NUSON * ·GRAND ll •OTEL
For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
seat
Party
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Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage
Serv1Ces and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
The September meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at The Royal Dragon
on Tuesday, September 3rd, 2013 around 6:30 pm.
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The Royal Dragon is located at
7837 E. 51st St. in the Fontana Shopping Center
www.royaldragonbuffet.com
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men,
and their male Allies/friends,
and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The September Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, September
18th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue. Please RSVP to
EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk
ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike.
Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
commercial about your business.
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Saks Fifth Avenue
1780 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, September 12th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Series on
the 2nd Thursday of every month.
Facilitators Conor Cleary, Esq and Jason
McVicker, Esq will lead the topical
discussions on today's top legal issues
in the LGBT community and help to
answer your legal questions. The
discussion will be followed by an open Q&A session. September's
topic: Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Gay Divorce in Oklahoma
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LCP
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the 2014
Exhibition Calendar. The gallery encourages
emerging artists and fresh challenging work in
all media, including installation works.
Proposals should include a paragraph or two
about your vision for an exhibit, as well as 5
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JPEG images which characterize your current
work.
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and close
on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work sold.
Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded by a
drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is October
15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
"OkEq gallery proposal"
Tulsa Metro Softball League
Fall Ball Registration 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Registration Now Open!
On Sunday, September 8th, 2013 at 5:00 pm,
TMSL will host the Fall Ball Draft party at
New Age Renegade. Teams will be selected
at random from a "hat". All players must
register and pay dues online to be eligible to
play. No cash or checks will be accepted at
any time. Click here to get more information
on the Fall Ball 2013 Draft Party and to sign
up.
Fall Ball Player Dues are $40 per player. Game Dates & Times: Sunday
afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning September 15th, 2013 through
October 27th, 2013. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball Complex
located at 17120 E. 21st Street in Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League
Fall League Starts September 9th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Andy B's
8711 South Lewis
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League announces their fall
teams are forming. Bowling teams will be selected
Monday September 9th, 2013 at 7:00 pm. You may join
an existing team or arrive with a team of 4. For more
information, see the Tulsa Lambda Bowling League Facebook page.
Lambda League meets at Andy B's Bowling Center. Handicapped league,
all levels of bowling welcome, be prepared to have fun!
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
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Choregus Productions "EQUALITY" Discount
5 Shows for $100
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Choregus Productions is offering new subscribers the opportunity to
purchase season tickets for FIVE contemporary dance performances for
the low price of $100 - that is half off the single ticket price of $40 for each
performance. To receive the discount, call 918.688.6112 and give the code
word "EQUALITY."
Check www.choregus.org for more information
on the performances included in the 2013 - 2014 season.
2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 S Peoria Ave
MIKEY WEINSTEIN
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BENNE'TI AWARD
The 2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation will
occur on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 2:00
pm at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria
Ave in Tulsa. Our guest speaker for this event will
be Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the
Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF).
PRESENTATION
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Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
September 4th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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ALL SOULS
UNITARIAN CMURCH
2952 5 , PEORIA
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The Russell Bennett Faith and Courage Award is
presented annually to an individual or group who embodies Rev Russell
Bennett's commitment to the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance. Rev Bennett was
one of the principal founders of the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance, and he was
one of those happy warriors who was always willing to stand in the breach
or to lead the charge on a long list of issues. The Board is still taking
nominations for the recipient of this year's award, and the recipient will be
announced soon.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Michael L. "Mikey" Weinstein, the Founder and President of the Military
Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), will be the guest speaker for this
event. His presentation is entitled "A Dire National Security Threat: The
Destruction of the Wall Separating Church and State in the U.S. Armed
Forces."
Counseling Services
To RSVP and be kept up-to-date on this event, please sign up on the
Facebook Event page.
Saturdays
By appointment
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
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October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon, and
the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML XXV
tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for this
year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum, Mr.
Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
September is a special month for
St. Jerome Parish of the Ecumenical Catholic
Communion (ECC)
September 19 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Formation of the
Ecumenical Catholic Communion (ECC)
Although St. Jerome was founded in 1995, the parish has been a part of
the ECC for four years. St. Jerome is celebrating the formation of the ECC
with events throughout the month, giving people opportunity to discover the
ECC. The first of these events is:
An Evening at the Movies!
On Tues. Sept.10th, 2013 at 7:00 pm
we will show the documentary
film, Saint of 9/11 which presents the
turbulent, restless, spiritual and
remarkable journey of Father Mychal
Judge,
OFM.
Compassionate
champion of the needy and forgotten,
a beloved Fire Department Chaplain
(he lost his life at the Twin Towers
ministering to his men of the NYFD on
9/11), recovering alcoholic, and gay
man who loved his priestly work.
Inspired
by
his
life,
the
documentary embraces Fr. Mychal's
full humanity.
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
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St. Jerome would like to invite all first responders to come, receive a token
of our appreciation for their Civil Service Popcorn and soft drinks will be
served!
Please see this space for other exciting events happening
throughout the month of September.
St. Jerome Parish, Event Center
205 West King Street Tulsa
918.582.3088
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Sisters in Song Choir Rehearsals
Tuesdays, Beginning September 10th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Rehearsals for Sisters In Song Hope Peace & Joy
2013 will begin on Tuesday, September 10th,
2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Fellowship
Congregational Church - 2900 S. Harvard
Ave. New singers are welcome! Rehearsals will
continue on every Tuesday.
Like us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/SistersInSongTulsa
or email info@daao.us
Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Now accepting donations
Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
someone will meet you there.
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
The Show Must Go On....
OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
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Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Stay tuned! Movie titles and schedule to follow.
Equality Center Pride Store
The Pride Store at the Equality Center has been undergoing
some reorganizing and restocking. Be sure to come by and
check out the new items and the newly discounted items.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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page to keep up with the new items and new sale items
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Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'When You Were Me' by Robert Rodi
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
All work and no play have made
Jack Ackerly a dull boy. It's also
made him very rich. Now, at age 53,
he regrets devoting his youth to
capitalism over hedonism. Alas he
can't turn back time; but according to
a self-styled "fusion witch" named
Francesca, he can trade places with
a willing participant. He just has to
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find a hot young stud ready to make
the switch. Enter Corey Szaslo, 26,
a jaded party boy whose life of sex,
drugs, and barhopping has left him
with no education, no career, no
assets, and no prospects.
ROBERT
RODI
Jumping into the skin of a retired
millionaire seems a fair way out of
this predicament, even if it means
doubling his age and adding five
inches to his waistline. Faster than
you can say, "Be careful what you wish for", Jack and Corey are living each
other's lives to the fullest. But their successfully swapped lives soon begin
to come apart at the seams. And when Jack's former lover comes back,
begging "Jack" for another chance, all bets are off, driving both Jack and
Corey into unsuspecting competition-and resulting in a climax that takes
each of them farther beyond their essential selves than they ever dreamed
they'd go.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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Absentee voting for the 2013 - 2014 Board of Directors election will begin
on September 19th, 2013. You may cast your vote in person at the Equality
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Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at 7:00 pm.
Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election. Voting
members must be current in their $50 OkEq membership fee by
September 11th, 2013. Click here to view nominated candidates.
End of Life Arrangements Presentation
Thursday, September 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
September 19th, 7:00 pm
Taking the time to design your service is a loving act, and not a difficult one.
Floral Haven invites you to explore the seemingly infinite number of ways to
celebrate and honor a life.
Equality Business Alliance member, Floral Haven Funeral Home, will have
an End of Life Arrangement presentation on Thursday, September 5th,
2013 at 6:30 pm.
For more information on Floral Haven and their services,
please visit www.floralhaven.com
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The September exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of Artie Smoote
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
September 5th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The September OkEq showcase
and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, will
feature the extensive work of Tulsa
artist Artie Smoote in a show
beginning with a reception on
Thursday, September 5th, 2013
from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month.
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, September 12th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Series on
the 2nd Thursday of every month.
Facilitators Conor Cleary, Esq and Jason
McVicker, Esq will lead the topical
discussions on today's top legal issues
in the LGBT community and help to
answer your legal questions. The
discussion will be followed by an open Q&A session. September's
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The September Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday,
September 18th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue. Please
RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends
list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
Saks Fifth Avenue
1780 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Fall Programming 2013
New Programs in September
SOS Group (Begins September 9th, 2013)
7:00 pm Every Monday
This open Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets every Monday at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
For more information, visit www.SOSTulsa.org
T.O.S.S. Swing Dance Class (Begins September 10th, 2013)
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Every Tuesday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Learn to swing dance from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate (TOSS).
Features dances like East Coast swing, Charleston, and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no experience necessary. Each class features a 30
minute lesson followed by extended practice time with TOSS members.
Facilitated by Kelley Parker & TOSS members.
Two Step and Country Line Dance (Begins September 19th, 2013)
7:30 pm Every Thursday
Free for Members $5 for Non Members
Are you the wall flower in the room because you don't know the latest
dance steps? Well, kick your heels up here at OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the old ones to make you the Bell of the Ball.
Facilitated by Brittany
Yoga A-Z (Begins September 6th, 2013
5:30 pm Every Friday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Yoga class for beginners to the expert all levels, all ages. Does your Lotus
droop? Is your Downward Dog not standing up? Does your inner child
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
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need a time out? Then this is the class for you. Facilitated by Margot
Be sure to keep up with all the new and existing programs
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center by visiting the
Programming page of the OkEq website.
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the 2014
Exhibition Calendar. The gallery encourages
emerging artists and fresh challenging work in
all media, including installation works.
Proposals should include a paragraph or two
about your vision for an exhibit, as well as 5
JPEG images which characterize your current
work.
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and close
on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work sold.
Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded by a
drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is October
15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
"OkEq gallery proposal"
Tulsa Metro Softball League
Fall Ball Registration 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Registration Now Open!
On Sunday, September 8th, 2013 at 5:00 pm,
TMSL will host the Fall Ball Draft party at
New Age Renegade. Teams will be selected
at random from a "hat". All players must
register and pay dues online to be eligible to
play. No cash or checks will be accepted at
any time. Click here to get more information
on the Fall Ball 2013 Draft Party and to sign
up. New for this year, you can have up to
three friends on the same draft ticket and you
are guaranteed to be on the same team!
Fall Ball Player Dues are $40 per player. Game Dates & Times: Sunday
afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning September 15th, 2013 through
October 27th, 2013. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball Complex
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
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located at 17120 E. 21st Street in Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
Gay Softball World Series Results
Congrats to TMSL's Tulsa Twisters for taking 9th place in the D division of
the Gay Softball World Series. The Oklahoma Rampage represented
TMSL well finishing in the top half of C division.
Congrats to everyone who represented
the Tulsa Metro Softball League
in the Gay World Series!
Also, congrats to Dirk Hunter for playing in the over 50s New England
Cranky Yankees and taking 1st Place in the Masters Division.
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League
Fall League Starts September 9th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Andy B's
8711 South Lewis
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League announces their fall
teams are forming. Bowling teams will be selected
Monday September 9th, 2013 at 7:00 pm. You may join
an existing team or arrive with a team of 4. For more
information, see the Tulsa Lambda Bowling League Facebook page.
Lambda League meets at Andy B's Bowling Center. Handicapped league,
all levels of bowling welcome, be prepared to have fun!
Dinner for Friends
Thursday, September 12th, 2013; 5:00 - 9:00 pm
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LCP
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
A Friend for a Friend
Presents:
Self Defense Class
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Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
5th Annual
Dinner for Friends
Panera Bread
5601 E 41st St
(41st & Hudson)
Thursday, September 12th, 2013
5:00 - 9:00 pm
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
When you order, mention "A Friend for a Friend" and 10% of your total
purchase will be donated to the organizatioon, courtesy of Panera Bread
There will be special entertainment, free Panera Bread pastry samples
and more!
"A Friend for a Friend" is a 501(C)3 Organization that is dedicated to
helping those with HIV/AIDS with their pet's care and wellness, and is
completely funded by private donations. For more information,
call 918-747-6827 or 918-361-8839.
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Choregus Productions "EQUALITY" Discount
5 Shows for $100
Boot Camp
Choregus Productions is offering new subscribers the opportunity to
purchase season tickets for FIVE contemporary dance performances for
the low price of $100 - that is half off the single ticket price of $40 for each
performance. To receive the discount, call 918.688.6112 and give the code
word "EQUALITY."
Check www.choregus.org for more information
on the performances included in the 2013 - 2014 season.
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 S Peoria Ave
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The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance invites you to attend
the 2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation on
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Wednesdays
7:30 pm
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required before attending)
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support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
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The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance is happy to announce the recipient of this
year's Russell Bennett Faith and Courage Award is Don A. Pittman, PhD,
Director of the Interreligious Understanding Program at Phillips Theological
Seminary. The Board selected Dr. Pittman because of his efforts in bringing
high quality scholarship into the experience of religious pluralism that was
so important to the late Rev Dr. Russell Bennett.
Michael L. "Mikey" Weinstein, the Founder and President of the Military
Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), will be the guest speaker for this
event. His presentation is entitled "A Dire National Security Threat: The
Destruction of the Wall Separating Church and State in the U.S. Armed
Forces."
To RSVP and be kept up-to-date on this event, please sign up on the
Facebook Event page.
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
September 4th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over to
Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
Counseling Services
We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get you
access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka Springs
and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday, November 1st at
12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off passengers at their hotel in
Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you on
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
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gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other travelers on
the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to reserve your
seat on the party bus.
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Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
Game Night
BASIN PARK
A MA,G NUSON
GRAND IU)TEI.
For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
seat
OkEq
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Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon, and
the contest itself on Saturday night, this
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
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weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML XXV
tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for this
year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum, Mr.
Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
September is a special month for
St. Jerome Parish of the Ecumenical Catholic
Communion (ECC)
September 19 marks the 10th Anniversary of the Formation of the
Ecumenical Catholic Communion (ECC)
Although St. Jerome was founded in 1995, the parish has been a part of
the ECC for four years. St. Jerome is celebrating the formation of the ECC
with events throughout the month, giving people opportunity to discover the
ECC. The first of these events is:
An Evening at the Movies!
On Tues. Sept.10th, 2013 at 7:00 pm
we will show the documentary
film, Saint of 9/11 which presents the
turbulent, restless, spiritual and
remarkable journey of Father Mychal
Judge,
OFM.
Compassionate
champion of the needy and forgotten,
a beloved Fire Department Chaplain
(he lost his life at the Twin Towers
ministering to his men of the NYFD on
9/11), recovering alcoholic, and gay
man who loved his priestly work.
Inspired
by
his
life,
the
documentary embraces Fr. Mychal's
full humanity.
St. Jerome would like to invite all first responders to come, receive a token
of our appreciation for their Civil Service Popcorn and soft drinks will be
served!
Please see this space for other exciting events happening
throughout the month of September.
St. Jerome Parish, Event Center
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
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205 West King Street Tulsa
918.582.3088
Sisters in Song Choir Rehearsals
Tuesdays, Beginning September 10th, 2013; 7:00 pm
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Rehearsals for Sisters In Song Hope Peace & Joy
2013 will begin on Tuesday, September 10th,
2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at Fellowship
Congregational Church - 2900 S. Harvard
Ave. New singers are welcome! Rehearsals will
continue on every Tuesday.
Like us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/SistersInSongTulsa
or email info@daao.us
Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Now accepting donations
Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
someone will meet you there.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
The Show Must Go On....
OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
Stay tuned! Movie titles and schedule to follow.
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Equality Center Pride Store
The Pride Store at the Equality Center has been undergoing
some reorganizing and restocking. Be sure to come by and
check out the new items and the newly discounted items.
And be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook
page to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'While England Sleeps' by David Leavitt
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Set against the rise of fascism in
1930s Europe, While England
Sleeps tells the story of a love affair
between Brian Botsford, an upperclass young writer, and Edward
Phelan, an idealistic, self-educated
employee
of
the
London
Underground and a Communist
Party member. Though by far the
better educated of the two, Brian is
also more callow, convinced that his
homosexuality is something he will
outgrow. Edward, on the other hand,
possesses
"an
unproblematic
capacity to accept" both Brian and
the unorthodox nature of their love
for each other - until one day, at the
urging
of
his
wealthy
aunt
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Constance, Brian agrees to be set 11 DAVID LEAVITT
up with a "suitable" young woman
named Philippa Archibald... and
soon enough Edward is pushed to the point of crisis. Fleeing, he volunteers
to fight Franco in Spain, where he ends up in prison. And Brian,
responsible for Edward's plight, must pursue him across Europe, and into
the violent chaos of war.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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September 12th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Board of Directors
OUTlaw Legal Series
Welcome to the eNews.
Absentee voting for the 2013 - 2014 Board of Directors election will begin
on September 19th, 2013. You may cast your vote in person at the Equality
Center or request a ballot by emailing Lucas.Green@OkEq.org.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Dinner for Friends
Equality Business Alliance
Fall Programming
First Thursday Art
Gallery Submissions
The eNews for the week of September 12th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Dr. Ron LaButti
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GAMILY Event
Russell Bennett Award
Enid Pride 2013
Tulsa CARES
OUT in Eureka
OK Mr. Leather 2014
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
In honor of LGBT Community Center Awareness Day
Dennis Neill and John Southard have donated to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
Sisters in Song
OYP Re-Sale Shop
OUT OK Festival
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
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and are sponsoring the Equality Center and OkEq programming
for the day of
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
September 19th, 7:00 pm
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at 7:00 pm.
Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election. Click here
to view nominated candidates.
OkEq Art Exhibit
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, September 12th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Series on
the 2nd Thursday of every month.
Facilitators Conor Cleary, Esq and Jason
McVicker, Esq will lead the topical
discussions on today's top legal issues
in the LGBT community and help to
answer your legal questions. The
discussion will be followed by an open Q&A session. September's
topic: Breaking Up is Hard to Do: Gay Divorce in Oklahoma
The September exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of Artie Smoote
Dinner for Friends
Thursday, September 12th, 2013; 5:00 - 9:00 pm
A Friend for a Friend
Presents:
5th Annual
Dinner for Friends
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Panera Bread
5601 E 41st St
(41st & Hudson)
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Thursday, September 12th, 2013
5:00 - 9:00 pm
When you order, mention "A Friend for a Friend" and 10% of your total
purchase will be donated to the organizatioon, courtesy of Panera Bread
There will be special entertainment, free Panera Bread pastry samples
and more!
"A Friend for a Friend" is a 501(C)3 Organization that is dedicated to
helping those with HIV/AIDS with their pet's care and wellness, and is
completely funded by private donations. For more information,
call 918-747-6827 or 918-361-8839.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The September Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday,
September 18th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue. Please
RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends
list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
Saks Fifth Avenue
1780 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Spectrum Knits
SOS Group
7:00 pm Every Monday
This open Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets every Monday at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
For more information, visit www.SOSTulsa.org
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
T.O.S.S. Swing Dance Class
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Every Tuesday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Learn to swing dance from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate (TOSS).
Features dances like East Coast swing, Charleston, and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no experience necessary. Each class features a 30
minute lesson followed by extended practice time with TOSS members.
Facilitated by Kelley Parker & TOSS members.
Grieving Well
Fall Programming 2013
New Programs in September
Two Step and Country Line Dance (Begins September 19th, 2013)
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7:30 pm Every Thursday
Free for Members $5 for Non Members
Are you the wall flower in the room because you don't know the latest
dance steps? Well, kick your heels up here at OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the old ones to make you the Bell of the Ball.
Facilitated by Brittany
Yoga A-Z
5:30 pm Every Friday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Yoga class for beginners to the expert all levels, all ages. Does your Lotus
droop? Is your Downward Dog not standing up? Does your inner child
need a time out? Then this is the class for you. Facilitated by Margot
Be sure to keep up with all the new and existing programs
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center by visiting the
Programming page of the OkEq website.
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
October 3rd, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
The October OkEq showcase and
exhibit of local artists at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center will feature
the multi-media works of Tulsa's
bestselling author, P.C. Cast, in a
show beginning with a reception on
Thursday, October 3rd from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the 2014
Exhibition Calendar. The gallery encourages
emerging artists and fresh challenging work in
all media, including installation works.
Proposals should include a paragraph or two
about your vision for an exhibit, as well as 5
JPEG images which characterize your current
work.
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and close
on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work sold.
Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded by a
drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is October
15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
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gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
"OkEq gallery proposal"
Tulsa Women's Rugby Club
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
Opening Home Game, Saturday, September 14th, 2013; 12:00 pm
Tulsa Women's Rugby Football Club has a jam-packed
weekend, Home Opener against Little Rock is Saturday
September 14th with kickoff at 12:00 pm. For the first
time, these matches will be played in conjunction with
SCOTFEST, Oklahoma's premiere Scottish Festival at
River West Festival Park. Be sure to wear your
TWRFC gear
- -to-get
- your
- -admission
- - - - -discount
- - - -of-$5!
For more information on
visit tulsawomensrugby.com
the
Tulsa
Women's
Rugby
Club,
Tulsa Metro Softball League Fall Ball 2013
Fall Ball 2013
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Game Dates & Times: Sunday afternoons
from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning September
15th,
2013
through
October
27th,
2013. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball
Complex located at 17120 E. 21st Street in
Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
Counseling Services
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
days:
September 21st, 2013
October 5th, 2013
November 9th, 2013
All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St Tulsa, OK 74133.
Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience is necessary to
play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing (cleats not
required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LCP
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Self Defense Class
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September GAMILY event
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 11:00 am - 5:30 pm
Gamily will be attending the Turn Tulsa Pink! Event at
Guthrie Green on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 and
everyone is invited to stop by for a good time and for a
good cause. Stop by anytime between 11:00 am and
5:30 pm and visit with your Gamily friends. For more
information on the event visit Turn Tulsa Pink! at
Guthrie Green
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 S Peoria Ave
MIKEY WEINSTEIN
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ANNUAL RUSSEU
BENNETI AWARD
The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance invites you to attend
the 2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation on
Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 2:00 pm at All
Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria Ave in
Tulsa. Our guest speaker for this event will be
Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the
Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF).
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ALL SOULS
UNITARIAN CHURCH
2952 S. PEORIA
TULSA,OK
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The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance is happy to announce the recipient of this
year's Russell Bennett Faith and Courage Award is Don A. Pittman, PhD,
Director of the Interreligious Understanding Program at Phillips Theological
Seminary. The Board selected Dr. Pittman because of his efforts in bringing
high quality scholarship into the experience of religious pluralism that was
so important to the late Rev Dr. Russell Bennett.
Michael L. "Mikey" Weinstein, the Founder and President of the Military
Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), will be the guest speaker for this
event. His presentation is entitled "A Dire National Security Threat: The
Destruction of the Wall Separating Church and State in the U.S. Armed
Forces."
To RSVP and be kept up-to-date on this event, please sign up on the
Facebook Event page.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
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The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Enid Pride 2013
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; Noon - 6:00 pm
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Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
Friday, October 11th, 2013; 7:00 - 11: pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa CARES is hosting a
Karaoke Party on Friday, October
11th, 2013 at 7:00 pm. 100% of
the proceeds will go to the Tulsa
CARES fundraising campaign for
the Tulsa Area United Way.
$20 per person or $35 per couple
(includes 2 drinks and 1 song)
This Is a 21 & Up Event
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7 pm - 11 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
621 E. 4th Street, Tulsa , OK
100% proceeds go to the
Tulsa CARES Fundralslng
Campaign for the
Tulsa Area United Way
Free appetizers, $1 Jell-O Shots,
$3 Beer and Wine, $1 per song
This is a 21 and over event
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$20 per person
or $35 per couple
(includes 2 drinks and 1 song)
Free Appetizers
$1 Jell-O Shots
$3 Beer and Wine S1 to Sing
For
more
information
call
918.834.4194 or visit Karaoke
by Tulsa CARES on Facebook
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
September 18th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Call 918-834-4194 for more info
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
or check us out on Facebook:
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over to
Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
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Weekend.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get you
access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka Springs
and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday, November 1st at
12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off passengers at their hotel in
Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you on
gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other travelers on
the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to reserve your
seat on the party bus.
It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
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For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
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Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
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Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon, and
the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML XXV
tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for this
year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum, Mr.
Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
Sisters in Song Choir Rehearsals
Tuesdays; 7:00 pm
Rehearsals for Sisters In Song Hope Peace &
Joy 2013 will continue on Tuesdays from 7:00 9:00 pm at Fellowship Congregational Church 2900 S. Harvard Ave. New singers are welcome!
Like us on Facebook
www.facebook.com/SistersInSongTulsa
or email info@daao.us
Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Now accepting donations
Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
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sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
someone will meet you there.
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
The Show Must Go On....
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OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Stay tuned! Movie titles and schedule to follow.
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma and
Imperial Crown Prince - Philip & Imperial Crown Princess - Misty
present
WANTED
A Night in Maverick Country
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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Saturday, October 5th, 2013
8:00 pm to Midnight
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at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
All Ages Welcome $25 a person / $45 a couple (include open bar, 21+
Only)
This is a State Event - Dress is Formal or Theme (Western Wear)
Proceeds to benfit - The Clogger Bill Youth Scholarship Fund
For more information please contact ICP's Philip or Misty impcourtok@gmail.com
or visit www.impcourtok.webs.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Spinnin' on DVD
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Set against the whimsical backdrop
of Madrid in 1995 reimagined here
as a city where cynicism doesn't
exist. The film presents a tapestry of
stories with a diverse array of
characters. At the heart of it all is
G�rate and Omar, a gay couple
looking for a woman to mother their
child. The obstacles they face are
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often achingly realistic, yet their
story also presents a utopian vision
of a world in which all couples no
matter what their sexual orientation can reside happily within the full
spectrum of modern families.
Starting with the ploy of capturing
101 different kinds of kisses, the film
sets off on a cinematic flight of fancy
that proceeds with a childlike sense of joy. Featuring a handsome cast of
characters, a loving portrayal of the Spanish capital, and a playful
soundtrack, 'Spinnin' will undoubtedly win viewers over one way or
another.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Board of Directors
Equality Business Alliance
Fall Programming
Welcome to the eNews.
Absentee voting for the 2013 - 2014 Board of Directors election will begin
on September 19th, 2013. You may cast your vote in person at the Equality
Center or request a ballot by emailing Lucas.Green@OkEq.org.
---eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Computer Boot Camp
First Thursday Art
Gallery Submissions
GAMILY Event
Tulsa Women's Rugby
The eNews for the week of September 17th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Sue Welch, McGraw Realtor
Fall Ball 2013
Tulsa Threat
Russell Bennett Award
Sue Ellen Welch
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Enid Pride 2013
Tulsa CARES
OUT in Eureka
OK Mr. Leather 2014
SWelch@ cGrawOK.com
Herland Retreat
Imperial Court
OYP Re-Sale Shop
OUT OK Festival
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
Volunteer
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
September 19th, 7:00 pm
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at 7:00 pm.
Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election. Click here
to view nominated candidates.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The September exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of Artie Smoote
Tai Chi Class
OkEq Board 2012 - 2013
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The September Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday,
September 18th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Saks Fifth Avenue. Please
RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends
list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
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Saks Fifth Avenue
1780 Utica Square
Tulsa, OK 74114
Fall Programming 2013
New Programs in September
SOS Group
7:00 pm Every Monday
This open Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets every Monday at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
For more information, visit www.SOSTulsa.org
T.O.S.S. Swing Dance Class
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Every Tuesday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Learn to swing dance from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate (TOSS).
Features dances like East Coast swing, Charleston, and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no experience necessary. Each class features a 30
minute lesson followed by extended practice time with TOSS members.
Facilitated by Kelley Parker & TOSS members.
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Two Step and Country Line Dance (Begins September 19th, 2013)
7:30 pm Every Thursday
Free for Members $5 for Non Members
Are you the wall flower in the room because you don't know the latest
dance steps? Well, kick your heels up here at OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the old ones to make you the Bell of the Ball.
Facilitated by Brittany
Yoga A-Z
5:30 pm Every Friday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Yoga class for beginners to the expert all levels, all ages. Does your Lotus
droop? Is your Downward Dog not standing up? Does your inner child
need a time out? Then this is the class for you. Facilitated by Margot
Be sure to keep up with all the new and existing programs
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center by visiting the
Programming page of the OkEq website.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Grieving Well
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Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
down:
1. Computer Basics
2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
October 3rd, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
The October OkEq showcase and
exhibit of local artists at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center will feature
the multi-media works of Tulsa's
bestselling author, P.C. Cast, in a
show beginning with a reception on
Thursday, October 3rd from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the 2014
Exhibition Calendar. The gallery encourages
emerging artists and fresh challenging work in
all media, including installation works.
Proposals should include a paragraph or two
about your vision for an exhibit, as well as 5
JPEG images which characterize your current
work.
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and close
on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work sold.
Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded by a
drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is October
15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage
Serv1Ces and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
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Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
"OkEq gallery proposal"
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September GAMILY event
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 11:00 am - 3:30 pm
Gamily will be attending the Turn Tulsa Pink! Event at
Guthrie Green on Saturday, September 21st, 2013 and
everyone is invited to stop by for a good time and for a
good cause. Stop by anytime between 11:00 am and
5:30 pm and visit with your Gamily friends. For more
information on the event visit Turn Tulsa Pink! at
---Guthrie Green
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
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Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For more
information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah at
Gamily@OkEq.org
Counseling Services
Tulsa Women's Rugby Club
Next Home Game, Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 11:00 am
Tulsa Rugby Pitch
E 37th St
Tulsa Women's Rugby Football Club has started their
new season. The team practices every Monday and
Wednesday, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm at E 37th St and
Riverside Dr in Tulsa. Visit a practice or contact them
today about becoming part of the team - all ages and experience levels are
welcome!
For more information on
visit tulsawomensrugby.com
the
Tulsa
Women's
Rugby
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LCP
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
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Tulsa Metro Softball League Fall Ball 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Self Defense Class
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Game Dates & Times: Sunday afternoons
from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning September
15th,
2013
through
October
27th,
2013. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball
Complex located at 17120 E. 21st Street in
Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
days:
September 21st, 2013
October 5th, 2013
November 9th, 2013
All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St Tulsa, OK 74133.
Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience is necessary to
play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing (cleats not
required).
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 S Peoria Ave
MIKEY WEINSTEIN
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The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance invites you to attend
the 2013 Russell Bennett Award Presentation on
Saturday, September 21st, 2013 at 2:00 pm at All
Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria Ave in
Tulsa. Our guest speaker for this event will be
Mikey Weinstein, Founder and President of the
Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF).
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The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance is happy to announce the recipient of this
year's Russell Bennett Faith and Courage Award is Don A. Pittman, PhD,
Director of the Interreligious Understanding Program at Phillips Theological
Seminary. The Board selected Dr. Pittman because of his efforts in bringing
high quality scholarship into the experience of religious pluralism that was
so important to the late Rev Dr. Russell Bennett.
Michael L. "Mikey" Weinstein, the Founder and President of the Military
Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF), will be the guest speaker for this
event. His presentation is entitled "A Dire National Security Threat: The
Destruction of the Wall Separating Church and State in the U.S. Armed
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
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Forces."
To RSVP and be kept up-to-date on this event, please sign up on the
Facebook Event page.
Enid Pride 2013
Saturday, September 21st, 2013; Noon - 6:00 pm
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
September 18th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
Friday, October 11th, 2013; 7:00 - 11: pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa CARES is hosting a
Karaoke Party on Friday, October
11th, 2013 at 7:00 pm. 100% of
the proceeds will go to the Tulsa
CARES fundraising campaign for
the Tulsa Area United Way.
$20 per person or $35 per couple
(includes 2 drinks and 1 song)
This Is a 21 & Up Event
YOU Hnow YOU
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Friday, October 11 th
7 pm - 11 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
621 E. 4th Street, Tulsa, OK
100% proceeds go to the
Tulsa CARES Fundralslng
Campaign for the
Tulsa Area United Way
Free appetizers, $1 Jell-O Shots,
$3 Beer and Wine, $1 per song
This is a 21 and over event
For
more
information
call
918.834.4194 or visit Karaoke
by Tulsa CARES on Facebook
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
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$20 per person
or $35 per couple
(includes 2 drinks and 1 song}
Free Appetizers
Sl Jell-0 Shots
S3 Beer and Wine $1 to Sing
Call 918-834-4194 for more info
or check us out on Facebook:
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
Yoga A - Z
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class..
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over to
Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get you
access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka Springs
and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday, November 1st at
12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off passengers at their hotel in
Eureka Springs.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you on
gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other travelers on
the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to reserve your
seat
party
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It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
BASIN PARK
A MA,G NUSONI
GRAND IHITEL
For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
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to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
seat on the OkEq Party Bus!
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Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon, and
the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML XXV
tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for this
year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum, Mr.
Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
Herland Retreat
November 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 2013
Pickens Lake
Eufeaula, OK
The Retreats are Herland's only
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
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"womyn only" event held throughout
sister resources
the year. It is a place for women to
feel safe and comfortable being in a
womyn's space. Plan on having a fun and relaxing time at the Herland
Retreat. You will meet lots of wonderful womyn and are sure to make a
new friend or two while you are here. Call 405.550.2312 for more
information or visit herlandsisters.org to register.
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Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma and
Imperial Crown Prince - Philip & Imperial Crown Princess - Misty
present
WANTED
A Night in Maverick Country
Saturday, October 5th, 2013
8:00 pm to Midnight
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
All Ages Welcome $25 a person / $45 a couple (include open bar, 21+
Only)
This is a State Event - Dress is Formal or Theme (Western Wear)
Proceeds to benfit - The Clogger Bill Youth Scholarship Fund
For more information please contact ICP's Philip or Misty impcourtok@gmail.com
or visit www.impcourtok.webs.com
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Now accepting donations
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Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
someone will meet you there.
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
The Show Must Go On....
OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Stay tuned! Movie titles and schedule to follow.
Equality Center Pride Store
Love is sweeping the Pride Store, with our new selection of
wedding cake toppers, $39, $59 and $99.
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to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'A Donor Insemination Guide: Written by and for Lesbian Women'
By Marie Mohler, MA & Lacy Frazer, PsyD
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Proven Techniques For Lesbians
Who Want To Encourage A Safe
And Loving Conception; Conceiving
a child together is an act of love. But
when doctors, medical staff, sperm
banks, donors and a deep-freeze get
in on the act, it can become
somewhat stressful. Now, written
especially for lesbians, A Donor
Insemination Guide explores the
way by sharing the experiences of
other lesbian women who have
successfully conceived using donor
insemination, Revealing what many
n
doctors don't tell you about the
practical details and emotional
aspects of this intimate process, A
Donor Insemination Guide offers
readers the information they need to
make wise choices, including: The
pros and cons of known and unknown donors. Essential legal
considerations. Choosing donor methods. The possible emotional effects
on the relationship. Tips for dealing with the medical establishment. And
more!
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Board of Directors
First Thursday Art
Welcome to the eNews.
Absentee voting for the 2013 - 2014 Board of Directors election will begin
on September 19th, 2013. You may cast your vote in person at the
Equality Center or request a ballot by emailing Lucas.Green@OkEq.org.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Fall Programming
Computer Boot Camp
Tulsa CARES
Retirement Ain't For Sissies
OUTlaw Legal Series
The eNews for the week of September 25th, 2013 is brought to you
by
EBA Member Business: Dr. Ronald Labutti
Equality Business Alliance
Gallery Submissions
Fall Ball 2013
Tulsa Threat
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Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
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6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
SAGE Tulsa Halloween
OUT in Eureka
OK Mr. Leather 2014
Herland Retreat
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Imperial Court
A Time To Kill
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
In honor of OkEq's Annual Membership Meeting,
Dennis Neill and John Southard have donated to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
OYP Re-Sale Shop
OUT OK Festival
LGBT History Month
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
October 17th, 7:00 pm
and are sponsoring the Equality Center and OkEq programming
for the day of
Thursday, September 26th, 2013
Click here to commemorate a special day with
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
OkEq Art Exhibit
The September exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of Artie Smoote
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality will be held at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at 7:00 pm.
Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election. Click here
to view nominated candidates.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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Counseling Services
OkEq Board 2012 - 2013
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
October 3rd, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
The October OkEq showcase and
exhibit of local artists at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center will feature
the multi-media works of Tulsa's
bestselling author, P.C. Cast, in a
show beginning with a reception on
Thursday, October 3rd from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
Spectrum Knits
Fall Programming 2013
New Programs in September
SOS Group
7:00 pm Every Monday
This open Secular Organizations for Sobriety (SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets every Monday at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more information, visit www.SOSTulsa.org
T.O.S.S. Swing Dance Class
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm Every Tuesday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Learn to swing dance from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate (TOSS).
Features dances like East Coast swing, Charleston, and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no experience necessary. Each class features a 30
minute lesson followed by extended practice time with TOSS members.
Facilitated by Kelley Parker & TOSS members.
Two Step and Country Line Dance
7:30 pm Every Thursday
Free for Members $5 for Non Members
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
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Are you the wall flower in the room because you don't know the latest
dance steps? Well, kick your heels up here at OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the old ones to make you the Bell of the Ball.
Facilitated by Brittany
Yoga A-Z
5:30 pm Every Friday
Free for Members, $5 for Non Members
Yoga class for beginners to the expert all levels, all ages. Does your Lotus
droop? Is your Downward Dog not standing up? Does your inner child
need a time out? Then this is the class for you. Facilitated by Margot
Be sure to keep up with all the new and existing
programs at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center by
visiting the Programming page of the OkEq website.
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
First Tuesday of every month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
and the 2nd Saturday of every month from 12:00 - 2:00 pm.
The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
down:
1. Computer Basics
2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
SAGE Tulsa
Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
Friday, October 11th, 2013; 7:00 - 11: pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa CARES is hosting a
Karaoke Party on Friday,
October 11th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
100% of the proceeds will go to
the Tulsa CARES fundraising
campaign for the Tulsa Area
Thlslsa21 &Up Event
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for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Friday, October 11 th
7pm - 11 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
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United Way.
$20 per person or $35 per
couple (includes 2 drinks and 1
song)
Free appetizers, $1 Jell-O Shots,
$3 Beer and Wine, $1 per song
100% proceeds go to the
Tulsa CARES Fundralslng
Campaign for the
Tulsa Area United Way
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$20 per person
or $3S per couple
(includes2drinksand 1 song)
Free Appetizers
S1 Jell-O Shots
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
$3 Beer and Wine $1 to Sing
This is a 21 and over event
Call 918-834-4194 for more Info
or check us out on Facebook:
Karaoke by Tu lsa CARES
For more information call
918.834.4194 or visit Karaoke by Tulsa CARES on Facebook
Retirement Ain't for Sissies
Tuesday, October 8th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Jane Mudgett (Financial Advisor) and Dr. Chandini
Sharma MD (Gerontologist) will present a Workshop
on planning your retirement before you retire. Retirement
Ain't for Sissies.
Baby Boomers, have you thought about your retirement
plans lately? Planning for retirement is not just for the
financially secure future, it's about staying active
mentally, physically and spiritually. Find out what you can
do with your skills, your passions and your bucket list.
Start planning now while you have the time. It's time to
think about the long term. We are living longer more active lives than ever
before.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, October 10th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions. The discussion will be followed by an
open Q&A session.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The October Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, October
16th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by A Lil' Bit Retro. Please RSVP to
EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk
ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike.
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LCP
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Self Defense Class
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Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
commercial about your business.
A Lil' Bit Retro
5586 S Garnett
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the
2014 Exhibition Calendar. The gallery
encourages emerging artists and fresh
challenging work in all media, including
installation works. Proposals should include a
paragraph or two about your vision for an
exhibit, as well as 5 JPEG images which
characterize your current work.
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and
close on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work
sold. Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded
by a drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is
October 15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
"OkEq gallery proposal"
Tulsa Metro Softball League Fall Ball 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Game Dates & Times: Sunday
afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00 pm through
October 27th, 2013. Games will play at
Carl Smith Softball Complex located at
17120 E. 21st Street.
For more information,please
visit www.tulsametrosoftball.com
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
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The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
days:
October 5th, 2013
November 9th, 2013
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
===All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St Tulsa, OK 74133.
Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience is necessary to
play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing (cleats not
required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
SAGE Tulsa Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 29th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have a Halloween party on Tuesday, October 29th, 2013
at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and carpool to
the party. The group will head out to Sol Smith's Native American Retreat
which is North of Sand Springs on Big Heart Mountain in Osage
County. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to attend, please email
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
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Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
October 2nd
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Yoga A - Z
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class..
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Book your hotel rooms before September 27th!
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over
to Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get
you access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka
Springs and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday,
November 1st at 12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off
passengers at their hotel in Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you
on gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other
travelers on the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to
reserve your seat on the party bus.
It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
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Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
BASIN PARK
A MA,GNUSONI ·GlilAND IH)TEL
For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
seat on the OkEq Party Bus!
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Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon,
and the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML
XXV tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for
this year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum,
Mr. Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
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Herland Retreat
November 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 2013
Pickens Lake
Eufeaula, OK
Her/and
The Retreats are Herland's only
"womyn only" event held throughout
the year. It is a place for women to
sister resources
feel safe and comfortable being in a
womyn's space. Plan on having a fun and relaxing time at the Herland
Retreat. You will meet lots of wonderful womyn and are sure to make a
new friend or two while you are here. Call 405.550.2312 for more
information or visit herlandsisters.org to register.
$erious $tanley at RAW Artist Showcase
Friday, September 27th, 2013; 8:00 pm
$erious $tanley, Tulsa's very own
LGBTQ Rapper, Singer-Songwriter, will
be taking place in ANOTHER RAW
Artist Showcase! $erious $tanley has
performed for Tulsa Pride and is the DJ
for many OkEq events. The last RAW
Artist showcase in July went over so
well!
RAW
Artists
presents:
TRANSLATIONS will take place at The
Vanguard in Tulsa on Friday, September 27th, 2013.
You can purchase tickets at http://www.rawartists.org/tulsa/translations
Tickets are $10 a piece if you purchase them through the RAW Artist
website and $15 the at the door. Make sure either way you purchase
that you are selecting $erious $tanley as the artist you are coming to
support!
You can view the $erious $tanley RAW Artist profile at http://
www.rawartists.org/seriousstanley
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma and
Imperial Crown Prince - Philip & Imperial Crown Princess - Misty
present
WANTED
A Night in Maverick Country
Saturday, October 5th, 2013
8:00 pm to Midnight
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
All Ages Welcome $25 a person / $45 a couple (include open bar, 21+
Only)
This is a State Event - Dress is Formal or Theme (Western Wear)
Proceeds to benfit - The Clogger Bill Youth Scholarship Fund
For more information please contact ICP's Philip or Misty impcourtok@gmail.com
or visit www.impcourtok.webs.com
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Friends and Family pricing for "A Time To Kill"
Previews start September 28th on Broadway
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Purchase by Oct. 25 for performances through Nov. 24
Box office now open. ® Golden Theatre, 252 W. 45th St.
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Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Now accepting donations
Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
someone will meet you there.
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
The Show Must Go On....
OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
Stay tuned! Movie titles and schedule to follow.
October is LGBT History Month
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day of the month
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day LGBT
History Month celebrates the achievements of 31
lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons.
Beginning October 1st, 2012, a new LGBT Icon will
be featured every day.
October 1st - Zackie Achmat
October 2nd - Edward Albee
October 3rd - Gwen Araujo
To view videos and bios of the featured Icons, visit lgbthistorymonth.com
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Equality Center Pride Store
Love is sweeping the Pride Store, with our new selection of
wedding cake toppers, $39, $59 and $99.
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Heather Has Two Mommies'
By Leslea Newman
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Originally self-published in 1989,
Heather
Has
Two
Mommies
became the first title in Alyson's
newly formed Alyson Wonderland
imprint in 1990. The simple and
straightforward story of a little girl
named Heather and her two lesbian
mothers was created by Newman
and
illustrator
Diana
Souza
because children's books that
reflected a nontraditional family did
not exist, but a firestorm of
controversy soon ensued. Attacked
by the religious right, lambasted by
Jesse Helms from the floor of the
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overwhelming support of booksellers, librarians, parents, and children,
however, Heather Has Two Mommies has sold over 35,000 copies,
launched a minor industry in providing books for the children of gay and
lesbian parents and, as attested to by a recent New Yorker cartoon,
become part of the cultural lexicon.
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OUT OK Film Screening
First Thursday Art
Welcome to the eNews.
OkEq will host a special screening for the OUT OK Film Festival on
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. And join us on Thursday, October 3rd, 2013 for our October Art
Reception featuring the work of P.C. Cast at 6:00 pm.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of October 1st, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Sue Welch, McGraw Realtor
Computer Boot Camp
Retirement Ain't For Sissies
OUTlaw Legal Series
Tulsa CARES
Equality Business Alliance
Gallery Submissions
Tulsa Threat
SAGE Tulsa Halloween
Gamily Halloween
Sue Ellen Welch
(918) 810-8156
Building Bridges
OUT in Eureka
Bullying Conference
Family
Center
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OK Mr. Leather 2014
Herland Retreat
Imperial Court
OYP Re-Sale Shop
OUT OK Festival
Spirit Day
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
During Fire Prevention Week
and in honor of our LGBT firefighters and EMS,
a donation has been made to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
St. Francis Sunday
LGBT History Month
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
October 17th, 7:00 pm
www.mynefpa Ofg
and the Equality Center and OkEq programming
will be sponsored for the week of
October 6th - 12th, 2013
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OUT OK Film Festival Screening
Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013; 7:00 pm
In anticipation of OUT OK, you are cordially invited to a pre-film festival
screening of Ferzan Ozpetek's ghostly comedy, MAGNIFICENT
PRESENCE. Pietro moves into a too-good-to-be-true retro apartment.
Before you can say, homo sweet home, the haunting begins.
For more details, go to www.out-ok.com or 918.682.4654.
Date: Wednesday, October 2nd, 2013
Time: 7:00 pm
Venue: Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Cost: Free (with the purchase of an OUT OK VIP PASS)
Popcorn will be provided
Save the dates: November 15th, 16th & 17th, 2013
Movie Tickets: $10
VIP PASS: $80 (Admission to all 2013 films, Priority Seating, OUT OK
Survival Kit)
Stay Tuned...Film Schedule to be released soon. www.out-ok.com
Net proceeds benefit OkEq and the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
October 3rd, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
The October exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of P.C. Cast
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The October OkEq showcase and
exhibit of local artists at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center will feature
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the multi-media works of Tulsa's
bestselling author, P.C. Cast, in a
show beginning with a reception on
Thursday, October 3rd from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
First Tuesday (November 5th) of every month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
and the 2nd Saturday (October 12th) of every month from 12:00 - 2:00
pm.
The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
down:
1. Computer Basics
2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Retirement Ain't for Sissies
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
Tuesday, October 8th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Jane Mudgett (Financial Advisor) and Dr. Chandini
Sharma MD (Gerontologist) will present a Workshop
on planning your retirement before you retire. Retirement
Ain't for Sissies.
Through a participative approach, they will provide
suggestions to help you • Stay upright and keep moving
• Importance of body and brain health
• Health screening and managing disease risk
factors
• Manage expenses and keep saving
• Focus on bigger dollar issues rather than smaller cents
• Learn how American marketing lures you to buy more now
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Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
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Dr. Chandini Sharma, with 20 years of experiences, has a private practice
in Tulsa and specializes in Internal and Geriatric Medicine. Jane Mudgett
is a Financial Planning Specialist and Financial Advisor with Morgan
Stanley.
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, October 10th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions. The discussion will be followed by an
open Q&A session.
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
Friday, October 11th, 2013; 7:00 - 11: pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa CARES is hosting a
Karaoke Party on Friday,
October 11th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
100% of the proceeds will go to
the Tulsa CARES fundraising
campaign for the Tulsa Area
United Way.
$20 per person or $35 per
couple (includes 2 drinks and 1
song)
This Is a 21 & Up Event
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Friday, October 11 th
7pm - 11 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
621 E. 4th Street , Tulsa, OK
100% proceeds go to the
Tulsa CARES Fundralslng
Campaign for the
Tulsa Area United Way
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Free appetizers, $1 Jell-O Shots,
$3 Beer and Wine, $1 per song
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$20 per person
or $35 per couple
(includes 2 drinks and 1 song)
Free Appetizers
$1 Jell-O Shots
S3 Beer and Wine S1 to Sing
This is a 21 and over event
Call 918-834-4194 for more info
or check us out on Facebook:
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
For more information call
918.834.4194 or visit Karaoke by Tulsa CARES on Facebook
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sagew
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The October Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, October
16th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by A Lil' Bit Retro. Please RSVP to
EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk
ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike.
Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
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commercial about your business.
A Lil' Bit Retro
5586 S Garnett
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the
2014 Exhibition Calendar. The gallery
encourages emerging artists and fresh
challenging work in all media, including
installation works. Proposals should include a
paragraph or two about your vision for an
exhibit, as well as 5 JPEG images which
characterize your current work.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and
close on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work
sold. Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded
by a drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is
October 15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
"OkEq gallery proposal"
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
days:
October 5th, 2013
November 9th, 2013
All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St Tulsa, OK 74133.
Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience is necessary to
play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing (cleats not
required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
SAGE Tulsa Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 29th, 2013; 10:00 am
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LCP
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
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SAGE Tulsa will have a Halloween party on Tuesday, October 29th, 2013
at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and carpool to
the party. The group will head out to Sol Smith's Native American Retreat
which is North of Sand Springs on Big Heart Mountain in Osage
County. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to attend, please email
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Gamily Halloween Spooktacular
Thursday, October 31st, 2013; 6:00 pm
Pumpkins, goodies and creepy crawlies.
Come join Gamily on Thursday, October
31st from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for a
spooktacular Halloween celebration. There
will be arts & crafts, candy galore and a
costume contest. Feel free to invite your
friends and family. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org or OkEq's Gamily
Facebook page.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Keith and Andrew with family Trick or Treat at OkEq Halloween 2012
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
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is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
BUILDING BRIDGES
Gay and Straight
6-Week Course, Starting this week
Sponsored by Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry to build
awareness, education and bridges of respectful
relationship within a context of faith.
At work, home, school and in our faith communities, we
have neighbors who are gay or straight. For some it is a
"no brainer" and for others it is a challenge.
Join us for a 6-week course with video and discussion
using the Marin Foundation curriculum, "Love is an Orientation"
(MarinFoundation.org). Pick your choice of date and location. There is no
fee to attend.
• Wednesday, Oct. 2nd, at 7:00 pm, Kendall-Whittier Library 21 S.
Lewis Ave.
• Thursday, Oct. 3rd, at 2:00 pm; Herman Kaiser Library 5202 S.
Hudson St.
• Friday, Oct. 4th, at 10:30 am; Brookside Library 1207 E. 45th Pl.
• Saturday, Oct. 5th, 1:00 pm Schusterman Library 3333 E. 32nd St.
Each location will have six meetings at the same time each week. Come
to
the first meeting and learn positive ways to address this sensitive subject,
while maintaining your faith and being respectful to your neighbors.
You will not need a book for the class. But if you are interested and cannot
attend, Steve's Bookstore has "Love is an Orientation".
For information contact: Ray Hickman, (918.261.2500) Executive Director,
Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry. For more information and/or to register (not
necessary to attend): Go to the TMM website www.tumm.org
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Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
October 2nd
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Yoga A - Z
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class..
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
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to Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get
you access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka
Springs and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday,
November 1st at 12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off
passengers at their hotel in Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you
on gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other
travelers on the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to
reserve your seat on the party bus.
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It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
BASIN PARK
A MA,GNUSONI ·GRAND IH>TEL
For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
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breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
seat on the OkEq Party Bus!
Annual Bullying Prevention Conference
Saturday, October 26th, 2013; 9:00 am
Rudisill Regional Library
1520 N Hartford Ave
Tulsa, OK 74106
Saturday, October 26th,
2013 from 9:00 am to 1:30
pm
Students, parents and
educators will learn about:
BlllflNI
PRE 1ENTION
CONFERENCE
• School climate issues
• Bullying and suicide
• Local prevention
programs
• School based initiviative
• Prevention and intervention
• Cyberbullying
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Lunch provided by QuikTrip Kitchens. For questions or to register, please
visit PreventBullyingTulsa.org.
Family Safety Center Open House
and Dedication
Wednesday, October 9th, 2013; 6:00 pm
Family Safety Center
600 Civic Center
Police/Municipal Courts Building, Main Level
Please join Family Safety Center's partners and Casey
Gwinn, President of the National Family Justice Center
Alliance, for a "Home Warming," as they dedicate the
brand new 11,000 square foot facility in downtown Tulsa.
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
FSC exists because of the hard work of these collaborative partners:
14th District Court, DVIS/Call Rape, Office of the District Attorney
RSVP of Tulsa, Tulsa County Sheriff's Office, Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry
(TMM), Tulsa Police Department, Family Violence and Forensic Nursing
Units, YWCA
Tour the FSC's new home and let them thank you for providing protection,
hope and healing to those affected by domestic and intimate partner
violence in Tulsa County.
Traditional "Home Warming" gifts are encouraged to help us provide the
best services in our new home. Click here to find our wish list.
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
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And since we offer comfort to those who need it, we'll be serving comfort
food for appetizers. Come hungry!
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon,
and the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML
XXV tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for
this year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum,
Mr. Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
Herland Retreat
November 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 2013
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Pickens Lake
Eufeaula, OK
Her/and
The Retreats are Herland's only
"womyn only" event held throughout
the year. It is a place for women to
sister resources
feel safe and comfortable being in a
womyn's space. Plan on having a fun and relaxing time at the Herland
Retreat. You will meet lots of wonderful womyn and are sure to make a
new friend or two while you are here. Call 405.550.2312 for more
information or visit herlandsisters.org to register.
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma and
Imperial Crown Prince - Philip & Imperial Crown Princess - Misty
present
WANTED
A Night in Maverick Country
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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Saturday, October 5th, 2013
8:00 pm to Midnight
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
All Ages Welcome $25 a person / $45 a couple (include open bar, 21+
Only)
This is a State Event - Dress is Formal or Theme (Western Wear)
Proceeds to benfit - The Clogger Bill Youth Scholarship Fund
For more information please contact ICP's Philip or Misty impcourtok@gmail.com
or visit www.impcourtok.webs.com
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Now accepting donations
Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
someone will meet you there.
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
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The Show Must Go On....
OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
www.out-ok.com
Stay tuned! Movie titles and schedule to follow.
Spirit Day | Taking a stand against bullying
Thursday, October 17th, 2013
Millions of Americans wear purple on Spirit Day
as a sign of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual
and transgender (LGBT) youth and to speak out
against bullying. Spirit Day was started in 2010
as a response to the young people who had
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taken their own lives. Observed annually,
10.17.2013
individuals, schools, organizations, corporations,
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media professionals and celebrities wear purple,
which symbolizes spirit on the rainbow flag.
Getting involved is easy -- participants are asked
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to simply "go purple" on October 17th, 2013 as
work continues to create a world in which LGBT
teens are celebrated and accepted for who they are. Learn more & go
purple at www.glaad.org/spiritday.
St. Francis Sunday - Blessing of the Animals
Sunday, October 6th, 2013; 11:00 am
Parish Church of St. Jerome
205 W King
Tulsa, OK 74106
St Jerome will be celebrating the Feast of
St. Francis, which will include a "Blessing
of the Animals."
Everyone is invited to bring their pets to
church to be blessed. Come, bring your furry and feathered, or scaly
friends. We ask that they be properly kenneled, leashed, caged or
held. And if you are not able to bring your pet, bring a picture which you
can carry up front as a symbol of their presence to be
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blessed. Celebration will start with an 11:00 am Mass (no sermon that
day).
Depending on the weather, blessings will take place either outdoors or in
the
Events Center. For more information, please call 918.582.3088
October is LGBT History Month
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day of the month
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day LGBT
History Month celebrates the achievements of 31
lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons.
Beginning October 1st, 2012, a new LGBT Icon will
be featured every day.
October 2nd - Edward Albee
October 3rd - Gwen Araujo October 4th - Reinaldo Arenas
October 5th - Axel Axgil
October 6th - Djuna Barnes
October 7th - Joseph Beam
October 8th - Gad Beck
October 9th - Joan Biren
To view videos and bios of the featured Icons, visit lgbthistorymonth.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Love is sweeping the Pride Store, with our new selection of
wedding cake toppers, $39, $59 and $99.
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Commitment: Love, Sex, Marriage and My Family'
By Dan Savage
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You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Dan Savage's mother wants him to get married. His
boyfriend, Terry, says "no thanks" because he
doesn't want to act like a straight person. Their sixyear-old son DJ says his two dads aren't "allowed"
to get married, but that he'd like to come to the
reception and eat cake. Throw into the mix Dan's
straight siblings, whose varied choices form a
microcosm of how Americans are approaching
marriage these days, and you get a rollicking family
memoir that will have everyone-gay or straight, right
or left, single or married-howling with laughter and
rethinking their notions of marriage and all it entails.
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In This Issue
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Programming Note
EBA Sponsor
Donate a Day
OUTlaw Legal Series
Welcome to the eNews.
Tulsa CARES
Equality Business Alliance
SAGE Tulsa Halloween
Gamily Halloween
Bullying Conference
National Coming Out Day is Friday, October 11th, 2013. OkEq offers a
FREE Coming Out Workshop every Monday evening and provides
counseling services onsite from licensed mental health professionals.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
OUT in Eureka
Tulsa Threat
Computer Boot Camp
Building Bridges
Spirit Day
OkEq Programming Note
Guys Dine Too
• Yoga A - Z will be canceled on Friday, October 11th, 2013 and will
resume on Friday, October 18th, 2013 at 5:30 pm.
First Thursday Art
Gallery Submissions
• Country Two Step Class will be canceled for the next two weeks,
Thursday, October 10th and 17th, 2013 and will resume on
Thursday, October 24th, 2013 at 7:30 pm.
Transgender Day of
Remembrance
• Tulsa Metro Softball League games will not be played this Sunday,
October 13th, 2013. These games will be made up on Sunday,
October 27th, 2013.
OK Mr. Leather 2014
Within Our Reach
Herland Retreat
OYP Re-Sale Shop
The eNews for the week of October 10th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Dr. Ronald LaButti, DO, FAOAO
OUT OK Festival
LGBT History Month
Hiking in the Ozarks
Hips-Knees-Shoulders
FooUAnkle-Sports Medicine
Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
www.hipandkneedoc.com
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
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Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Find Us on Facebook
During Fire Prevention Week
and in honor of our LGBT firefighters and EMS,
a donation has been made to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
October 17th, 7:00 pm
www,mynefpa Q.rg
and the Equality Center and OkEq programming
will be sponsored for the week of
October 6th - 12th, 2013
Click here to commemorate a special day with
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
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OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, October 10th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions. October Topic: Mumbo Jumbo: What
is up with Gay Marriage in New Mexico, New Jersey,
and Pennsylvania.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The October exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of P.C. Cast
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
Friday, October 11th, 2013; 7:00 - 11:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa CARES is hosting a
Karaoke Party on Friday,
October 11th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
100% of the proceeds will go to
the Tulsa CARES fundraising
campaign for the Tulsa Area
United Way.
$20 per person or $35 per
couple (includes 2 drinks and 1
This Is a 21 & Up Event
YOU ,mum YOU
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Friday, October 11 th
7pm - 11 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
621 E. 4t h Street, Tulsa, OK
100% proceeds go to the
Tulsa CARES Fundralslng
Campaign for the
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
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$20 per person
or $35 per couple
Free appetizers, $1 Jell-O Shots,
$3 Beer and Wine, $1 per song
Free Appetizers
S1 Jell-O Shots
$3 Beer and Wine $1 to Sing
This is a 21 and over event
Call 918-834-4194 for more info
or check us out on Facebook:
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
(includes2drinksand 1 song)
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
For more information call 918.834.4194 or visit Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
on Facebook
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The October Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, October
16th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by A Lil' Bit Retro. Please RSVP to
EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk
ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike.
Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
commercial about your business.
A Lil' Bit Retro
5586 S Garnett
SAGE Tulsa Halloween Party
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Tuesday, October 29th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have a Halloween party on Tuesday, October 29th, 2013
at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and carpool to
the party. The group will head out to Sol Smith's Native American Retreat
which is North of Sand Springs on Big Heart Mountain in Osage
County. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to attend, please email
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Gamily Halloween Spooktacular
Thursday, October 31st, 2013; 6:00 pm
Pumpkins, goodies and creepy crawlies.
Come join Gamily on Thursday, October
31st from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for a
spooktacular Halloween celebration. There
will be arts & crafts, candy galore and a
costume contest. Feel free to invite your
friends and family. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org or OkEq's Gamily
Facebook page.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Keith and Andrew with family Trick or Treat at OkEq Halloween 2012
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
Annual Bullying Prevention Conference
Saturday, October 26th, 2013; 9:00 am
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
Rudisill Regional Library
1520 N Hartford Ave
Tulsa, OK 74106
Saturday, October 26th,
2013 from 9:00 am to 1:30
pm
Students, parents and
educators will learn about:
BlllYINI
PRE 1ENTION
CONFERENCE
• School climate issues
• Bullying and suicide
• Local prevention
programs
• School based initiviative
• Prevention and intervention
• Cyberbullying
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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Lunch provided by QuikTrip Kitchens. For questions or to register, please
visit PreventBullyingTulsa.org.
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over
to Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
SAGE Tulsa
We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get
you access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka
Springs and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday,
November 1st at 12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off
passengers at their hotel in Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you
on gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other
travelers on the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to
reserve your seat on the party bus.
It's time to make your hotel reservations for our upcoming trip! For your
hotel reservations, we have a block set up at the Basin Park Hotel in
Downtown Eureka Springs and the Best Western Inn Eureka Springs.
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Cay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
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BASIN PARK
A MA,GNUSONI ·GlilAND IH)TEL
For the Basin Park Hotel, please click on the link below and it will take you
to our group's reservation landing page. Follow the directions to book your
lodging. Guest room rates includes breakfast. $184.00 per night (Excludes
Tax). For more information on the Basin Park, click here.
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Click below to make your reservation with the group
http://www.basinparkreservations.com/zoklahomans-for-equality/
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For the Best Western Euerka Inn, please call 479.253.9551 and ask for a
room in the "Oklahomans for Equality" block. Guest room rate includes
breakfast. $105.25 per night (Excludes Tax). For more information on the
Best Western Eureka Inn, click here.
You are more than welcome to make your own plans for lodging in
Eureka Springs for Diversity Weekend, but be sure to get your
seat on the OkEq Party Bus!
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Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
day:
November 9th, 2013
All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74133. Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience
is necessary to play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing
(cleats not required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
First Tuesday (November 5th) of every month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
and the 2nd Saturday (October 12th) of every month from 12:00 - 2:00
pm.
The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
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able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
down:
1. Computer Basics
2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
BUILDING BRIDGES
Gay and Straight
6-Week Course
Sponsored by Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry to build
awareness, education and bridges of respectful
relationship within a context of faith.
At work, home, school and in our faith communities, we
have neighbors who are gay or straight. For some it is a
"no brainer" and for others it is a challenge.
Join us for a 6-week course with video and discussion
using the Marin Foundation curriculum, "Love is an Orientation"
(MarinFoundation.org). Pick your choice of date and location. There is
no fee to attend.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
EL:
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• Wednesdays, at 7:00 pm, Kendall-Whittier Library 21 S. Lewis Ave.
• Thursdays at 2:00 pm; Herman Kaiser Library 5202 S. Hudson St.
• Fridays at 10:30 am; Brookside Library 1207 E. 45th Pl.
• Saturdays at 1:00 pm Schusterman Library 3333 E. 32nd St.
Each location will have six meetings at the same time each week. Come
to
the first meeting and learn positive ways to address this sensitive subject,
while maintaining your faith and being respectful to your neighbors.
You will not need a book for the class. But if you are interested and cannot
attend, Steve's Bookstore has "Love is an Orientation".
For information contact: Ray Hickman, (918.261.2500) Executive Director,
Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry. For more information and/or to register (not
necessary to attend): Go to the TMM website www.tumm.org
Spirit Day | Taking a stand against bullying
Thursday, October 17th, 2013
Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
October 16th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
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Millions of Americans wear purple on Spirit Day
as a sign of support for lesbian, gay, bisexual
and transgender (LGBT) youth and to speak out
against bullying. Spirit Day was started in 2010
as a response to the young people who had
taken their own lives. Observed annually,
individuals, schools, organizations, corporations,
media professionals and celebrities wear purple,
which symbolizes spirit on the rainbow flag.
Getting involved is easy -- participants are asked
to simply "go purple" on October 17th, 2013 as
work continues to create a world in which LGBT
teens are celebrated and accepted for who they are. Learn more & go
purple at www.glaad.org/spiritday.
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Guys Dine Too
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Thursdays
(Resumes Oct. 24th)
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The November meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Maxxwell's Restaurant
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013 around 6:30 pm. Maxxwell's Restaurant is
located inside the Campbell Hotel at 2636 E 11th Street, on the west end
of the hotel.
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending so that the restaurant may have
an accurate head count.
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, November 7th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Yoga A - Z
Fridays
(Resumes Oct. 18th)
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class..
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
The November Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists will feature the works of Micheal Jones & Ethan Hopper, in a show
beginning with a reception on Thursday, November 7th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
2014 Art Gallery Submissions
Submission deadline is October 15th, 2013
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The art gallery at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center is now accepting proposals for the
2014 Exhibition Calendar. The gallery
encourages emerging artists and fresh
challenging work in all media, including
installation works. Proposals should include a
paragraph or two about your vision for an
exhibit, as well as 5 JPEG images which
characterize your current work.
Proposals incorporating the work of 2 artists or a small group are also
acceptable. OkEq hosts an opening night reception for the artist(s), which
beginning in January will be held on the first Friday of the month, and
close on the last Wednesday. There will be a 30% commission on work
sold. Artists will be asked to provide a "door prize" which will be awarded
by a drawing at close of opening night. Deadline for submissions is
October 15th, 2013. Notifications will be sent out by November 1st, 2013.
The OkEq Art Gallery Committee has a "no repeat" policy, so will only
consider proposals from those who have not previously exhibited in the
gallery, (excepting MOREcolor participation).
Please submit by e-mail to alliejensen@cox.net, with the subject heading
----"OkEq gallery proposal"
'Just Gender' Tulsa Premiere Screening
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013; 7:30 pm
10 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK
JUST
GENDER
On Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 7:30
pm, Circle Cinema will host the Tulsa premiere
of the documentary film 'Just Gender". The film
showcases the work of OkEq's Gender
Outreach program and features several local
transgender activists. In honor of Transgender
Day of Remembrance, a candlelight vigil will
be held before the premiere at 7:00 pm. For
more information on 'Just Gender', please
visit justgenderthefilm.com.
Contact mary.jones@okeq.org for more information. Everyone is invited
to come and participate.
Within Our Reach - Relationship Workshop
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 1:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Family & Children's Services will provide a FREE
relationship workshop on Saturday, November 16th,
2013 at 1:00 pm. Build on existing relationship
strengths and learn skills to create safe and stable
partner relationships. In addition, you'll learn how to:
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
- - - --Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
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• Communicate effectively
• Work as a team to solve problems
• Manage conflicts without damaging closeness
• Preserve and enhance love, commitment and friendship
For more information or to pre-register, contact Mary
at 918.743.4297 or mary.jones@okeq.org
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
October 18th - 20th, 2013
October in Oklahoma - when a chill starts to fill
the air... it's a perfect time to throw on a little bit
of Leather! The Tulsa Uniform & Leather
Seekers Association is proud to be producing
the 25th Oklahoma Mr. Leather contest. From
our infamous Bar Crawl Friday night, to
educational classes on Saturday afternoon,
and the contest itself on Saturday night, this
weekend is set to be one for the record books!
Early bird registration is only $60, which gets you in to all of the festivities,
as well as the Hospitality Suite at the host hotel, commemorative OML
XXV tshirt, pin, and dog tag, and maybe a few surprises! Our host hotel for
this year is the Hyatt Downtown Tulsa, and rooms are only $79/night!
As well as sashing a new Oklahoma Mr. Leather who will be representing
our state at the International Mr. Leather contest in Chicago over Memorial
Day Weekend, the OML weekend helps raise money for charity. T.U.L.S.A.
is a non-profit organization, and we also make a donation to other
charitable organizations that help members of the Leather & kink
communities. This year's charities are the Leather Archives & Museum,
Mr. Friendly OKC, and the Sharon St. Cyr Fund. We have advertising and
sponsorship opporunities available if you'd like to help us raise a little (or a
LOT) of cash.
For more information, check out the T.U.L.S.A. Event Website.
Herland Retreat
November 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 2013
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Pickens Lake
Eufeaula, OK
Her/and
The Retreats are Herland's only
"womyn only" event held throughout
the year. It is a place for women to
sister resources
feel safe and comfortable being in a
womyn's space. Plan on having a fun and relaxing time at the Herland
Retreat. You will meet lots of wonderful womyn and are sure to make a
new friend or two while you are here. Call 405.550.2312 for more
information or visit herlandsisters.org to register.
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
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Openarms Youth Project Re-Sale Shop
Now accepting donations
Openarms Youth Project is delighted to
announce that the Re-Sale shop is ready to
accept donations of your gently used items.
Wood furniture, nice clothing, art, knick knacks,
lamps etc. are all needed to fill space for the first
sale coming up very soon. Please call OYP at
918.838.7104 if you have items to drop off and
someone will meet you there.
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
OYP cannot accept mattresses, large appliances or fully upholstered
furniture at this time. Your donation will be tax-deductible.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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The Show Must Go On....
OUT OK is back!
The Oklahoma LGBT International Film Festival returns for another
installment of celluloid dreams and movie magic.
Mark the dates on your calendar
November 15th - 17th, 2013.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. Get ready for your close-up!
Visit www.out-ok.com for movie titles and schedule.
October is LGBT History Month
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day of the month
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day LGBT
History Month celebrates the achievements of 31
lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons.
Beginning October 1st, 2012, a new LGBT Icon will
be featured every day.
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October 10th - Patrick Califia
October 11th - Mandy Carter
October 12th - Willa Cather
October 13th - Tracy Chapman
October 14th - Tim Cook
October 15th - Anderson Cooper
October 16th - Elio Di Rupo
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To view videos and bios of the featured Icons,
visit lgbthistorymonth.com
Hiking in the Ozarks
Saturday, October 19th and 26th, 2013
Fall color hike in Arkansas lead by Doyle
Wilson and Sherlene Bunnell. will do this
hike Saturday October 19th, 2013 and
again on Saturday October 26th, 2013.
Come join as we head to Ponca, Arkansas
in search of Fall. We will be hiking The
Whitaker Point Trail to The Hawksbill Crag.
The Hawksbill Crag, also known as Whitaker Point, is located along the
northern edge of the Upper Buffalo Wilderness in the Ozark National
Forest, just south of the Buffalo National River. It is easily one of the most
photographed and recognizable features in Arkansas. The hike to it is an
easy 3.0 mile round trip, and offers scenic vistas, huge boulders, beautiful
waterfalls, (if there is water) and we hope to be graced with the bright
oranges and reds of turning maple leaves this fall.
The hike to the Crag is rated easy, but we must keep in mind this trail runs
along a bluffline for half the distance. Because of this, extreme caution is
necessary when hiking this area. It is also not a hike for small children or
unleashed pets.
The drive to Ponca, Arkansas is roughly 3 hours. We will meet at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center at 8:00 am and leave for Ponca at exactly
8:30 am. We will carpool and ask all passengers to pitch in to help pay for
gas.
Please dress weather/hiking appropriate. Bring water and snacks/lunch for
hike, and don't forget your camera.
Please RSVP with Mary Jones by calling 918.743.4297 or RVSP on the
Facebook Event page.
Equality Center Pride Store
Brand new in the Pride Store, "Oklahomo" Long Sleeve
Shirts. From sizes Small to 5 XL, Only $18
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to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Now That You're Out of the Closet,
What About the Rest of Your House?'
By Linda Handel
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Opening the door to a consistent, mature lifestyle is
challenging for anyone, but it is especially stressful
for gay men and lesbians living in a heterosexual
world. In Now That You're Out of the Closet, What
About the Rest of the House?, Linda Handel speaks
from her own personal experiences as a former
spouse in a heterosexual marriage, a mother of
two, an out lesbian and a licensed therapist to
explore the full spectrum of life concerns-from
lingering childhood issues, dating and sex to
intolerance, abuse and self-hatred-in a voice that is
always direct, open and refreshingly honest.
Now That You 're
What Abou t the
Rest of the House?
A witty, creative guidebook filled with solid advice, Now That You're Out of
the Closet, What About the Rest of the House? offers encouraging
direction to those who have discovered that coming out is only the first
step in the journey toward a fulfilling life.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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July 31st, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Back to School Carnival
Gamily Family
Fever Dream
Welcome to the eNews.
Gamily will have a Back to School Carnival on Sunday, August 4th, 2013
2:00 pm. Email Gamily@OkEq.org to RSVP or for more information.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of July 31st, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
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Counseling Services
Guys Dine Too
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Fall Ball 2013
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Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
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Mention this ad for
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Cooling Station
Mosaic
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Drag Queen Bingo
Gamily Back to School Carnival
Sunday, August 4th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Threat Coach
Imperial Court of All OK
Board of Directors
Pride Store
Hurry, hurry, hurry! Step right up and join the
fun. There will be food, games, characters,
activities and prizes. Bring the family and
have some fun before school starts. For
more info email Gamily@OkEq.org. Please
RSVP with parents' names and students'
names, ages.
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
Gamily is taking donations for the back to school carnival. Here is a list of
the basic school supplies needed by students:
• Folders
• Pens
• Pencils
• Spiral notebooks
• Box of crayons
• Washable markers
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• Erasers
• Kleenex tissues
• 3 ring binders (1/2 in, 1 in, or 2 in)
• Wide ruled notebook paper
If you would like to volunteer for the back to School Carnival, please email
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
August 15th, 7:00 pm
Gamily featured family for the week of July 31st
This week's featured Gamily Family is
Liz and Stephanie Ingersoll and their daughter Bella.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The August exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature "POSING"
Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos
Liz and Stephanie have been together for almost 10 years, married for 9.
Their daughter Bella is 5 going on 30.
Liz is a local photographer who owns Mia Bella Art and has work
displayed at the Tulsa International Airport and Liz is a stay at home
mother and homeschools Bella.
The family loves to camp and go on small road trips when Liz has
photoshoots. Bella loves ballet and will appear in Sleeping Beauty and
The Nutcracker for the 2nd time this year.
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
Fever Dream
Performances on Friday and Saturday, August 2nd and 3rd, 2013
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Friday and Saturday, August 2nd
and 3rd, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the
Equality
Center,
Emily
Hedgecock's full-length play, Fever
Dream, features Wilson and
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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First Thursday Art Gallery Reception
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Thursday, August 1st, 2013; 6:00 pm
The August OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center, will feature "POSING" Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos from the private collection of Kevin Roden. Co-curated
by Kevin and Andre Chenault, the show begins with a reception on
Thursday, August 1st, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
A commemorative poster for the art show will be available for $20
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
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Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
The August Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, August 21st,
2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Enhance Skin & Body Medical Spa. Please
RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends
list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
Enhance Skin & Body Medical Spa
6616 S. Memorial Drive, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74133
New Counseling Services
Monday evenings by appointment
John Serrot, LCSW is joining OkEq's counseling
services and will see people on Mondays by
appointment. Fees are on a sliding scale based
on income. Appointments are required. Contact
John by phone at 918.724.3388 or email him at
therapyjohn@OkEq.org
John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with
40 years of varied social service experience in
settings including medical, psychiatric, advocacy,
aging, family planning and disabilities. John
appreciates the diversity in the human condition
and works with his clients to help maximize
inherent skills and strengths in order to
overcome barriers and accomplish the goals his clients have set for
themselves. John specializes in working with adults in the areas of self
esteem, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, communication/relationships,
gender identification, aging and disabilities.
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, August 6th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The August meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Mexicali Border Cafe on
Tuesday, August 6th, 2013 at around 6:30 pm.
Mexicali Border Cafe is located at 14 West Brady
www.mexicalibordercafe.com
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
SAGE Tulsa Pool Party
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
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Tuesday, August 27th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have an encore pool party on Tuesday, August 27th,
2013 at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and
carpool to the pool party. Lunch at the pool party will be Potluck, so bring
your favorite summer dish. The pool has a shallow end and also has
railing with steps to help people into the pool. If you would like to attend,
please email Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
- - - to RSVP.
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, B1iexual
& Transgender Elders
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The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
AUGUST 6th
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
Self Defense Class
Tulsa Metro Softball League
Fall Ball Registration 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Registration Now Open!
Teams will be selected at random from a
"hat" at the Fall Draft Event; all players must
register and pay dues online to be eligible to
play. No cash or checks will be accepted at
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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any time. Click here to get more information
on the Fall Ball 2013 Draft Party and to sign
up.
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Fall Ball Player Dues are $40 per
player. Game Dates & Times: TBD, but will be
Sunday afternoons from 1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning in mid-September and
ending late October. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball Complex
located at 17120 E. 21st Street in Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
The Clobber Verses - Religion Workshop
Mondays, August 19th and 26th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Rev. Bob Lawerence will be leading two sessions of
a religion workshop called "The Clobber Verses".
These sessions will entail various faith leaders in
Tulsa providing historical, social and theological
background on one of the Bible verses that is used
to justify homophobia (each person taking a different
passage). The two sessions are planned on Mondays, August 19th and
26th at 7:00 pm: One session will look at the Old Testament and the other
at the New Testament. Scholars from Phillips Theological Seminary will
lead the primary lecture about context and interpretation, followed by
smaller group conversations about the verses, followed by a panel of local
ministers to answer any final questions.
Intro to LGBTQ Literature
Tulsa Community College Fall 2013 Schedule
Are your literary tastes a little more colorful than some?
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Maybe you need a taste of
LGBTQ Literature!
Introduction to LGBTQ Literature
Coming to TCC for Fall 2013
ENGL 2993, Section 390, CRN 17124
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Online, 16 week course
taught by Dr. Allen Culpeper
Tentative reading list: Maurice by E. M. Forster, Oranges Are Not the
Only Fruit by Jenette Winterson, Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin,
Eighty-Sixed by David Feinberg, Cloud 9 by Caryl Churchhill, The Laramie
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Project by Moises Kaufman, Pages for You by Sylvia Brownrigg, Love
Speaks Its Name: Gay and Lesbian Love Poems edited by J.D. McClatchy
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allen.culpepper@tulsacc.edu
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Council Oak Mens Chorale Rehearsals
Mondays, Beginning August 5th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Rehearsals for Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter
Season 2013 Performance will begin on Monday,
August 5th, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at
Fellowship Congregational Church Fellowship Hall
- 2900 S. Harvard Ave. New singers are welcome!
Rehearsals will continue on every Monday.
The concert will feature holiday seasonal music
both traditional and popular, including All Through
the Night, Ave Maria(Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry
council oak moos chorole
Gentlemen, Little Drummer Boy, Holly Jolly
Christmas, Jingle Bells and more.
council oak
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
JULY 31st
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Visit www.counciloak.org for additional information
Lambda Al-Anon
Cooling Station
The Equality Center will act as a cooling station for Tulsa citizens
When the National Weather Service issues
Extreme Heat Warnings, the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will act as an official cooling
station for the City of Tulsa. If you know
someone who does not have adequate airconditioning, please encourage them to
utilize the Equality Center. Pets crated or on
leashes are also welcome. If you would like
to assist the Equality Center as we serve the
citizens of Tulsa you may make donations of bottled water or financial gifts
to cover expenses associated with hosting our neighbors in need. The
Cooling Station hours are 12 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and
12 pm to 6 pm on Sunday.
Mosaic Diversity Business Awards Survey
Mission: Mosaic will educate,
lead,
and
influence
businesses
on
creating
diverse
and
inclusive
workforce cultures to enhance
their competitive advantage.
Mosaic is launching a survey
to identify businesses that
powered by the tulsa regional chamber
have a commitment to
creating inclusive cultures in
our region. Their goal is to establish a baseline of area employers, for
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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profit and nonprofit (government, education & foundations), working
towards developing diverse and inclusive cultures through multiple
approaches. The survey questions are tied to metrics most frequently
utilized in diversity and inclusion awards regionally and nationally. We
hope to identify ten for profits and ten nonprofits for our region's Top 20
Inclusive Cultures.
� Link to Mosaic's D&I Survey
Game Night
The survey will close at end of business August 9th, 2013. The results of
the survey will be shared at Mosaic's inaugural Economic Inclusion Forum
October 21st, 2013.
H.O.P.E.'s 15th Anniversary Celebration "DIVAS"
Event
Friday, August 23rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
Doubletree Warren Place
6110 South Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 75136
H.O.P.E.'s 15th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION "DIVAS" EVENT
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
Reception 6:30 pm
Concert 7:45 pm
FEATURING:
Cindy Cain Pam - Van Dyke
Christy Hanewinkel - Tavis Minner
Heather Richetto-Rumley - John Sawyer
Jeff Cherblanc - Phena Hackett - Mark Gibson
Celebrating H.O.P.E.'s 15 years of providing HIV and Hepatitis prevention,
education, testing, and linkage to medical care and social services in the
Tulsa Community and 25 surrounding counties.
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
- - Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
For more information, visit hopetesting.org or click here for ticket
purchases and sponsorships.
Drag Queen Bingo benefiting Our House Too
Saturday, August 24th, 2013; Doors open at 7:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Hotel
100 E 2nd St Tulsa, OK 74103
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
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information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Drag Queen Bingo 2013
August 24th, 2013
Hyatt Regency Hotel
7:30 - 10:00 pm
$30
Bingo like your mother never played...
This annual event and fundraiser for Our House Too will be held August
24th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Female impersonators will bring
dazzling entertainment and fabulous bingo prizes for this, the eighth year,
beginning at 7:30 and ending at 10:00 pm with doors opening at 7:00 pm.
A silent auction and a 50/50 raffle will be held and, of course, several
rousing games of bingo will be played! Some of your favorite artists will
perform glittering numbers to wow the crowd.
Tickets for Drag Queen Bingo 2013 are $30 per person and
advanced tickets are available online through PayPal.
Purchase an indivdual ticket
Reserve a Table
Reserve a Premium Table
Reserve a Runway Table
For more information on table packages please contact Our House Too at
918.688.2144
or DQB@ourhousetoo.com
Our House Too is a nonprofit organization serving to eliminate the social
isolation of people living with HIV/ AIDS in the Tulsa area. In addition to
providing monthly activities and holiday celebrations, Our House Too
offers food baskets, a toiletry and household pantry and weekly lunches.
ourhousetoo.com
Women's Tackle Football
Coaching Position Available
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
looking for a qualified head coach for the 2014
season. The Threat is a non-profit, semi-pro, fullcontact women's tackle football team based in Tulsa,
Oklahoma. A member of the Women's Football
Alliance since 2011, the Threat is a combination of
beginner and intermediate adult athletes with a love
for competitive football. The Threat off-season
training begins in December, with games starting in April. The regular
season consists of 8 games. All games are on Saturday nights, 4 home,
and 4 away to surrounding states. Additional postseason games are to be
determined on team performance. This is a paid position and all traveling
accommodations will be covered by the team. For more information send
an email to tulsaWTF@yahoo.com or visit www.tulsathreat.com
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
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Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Please join the
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
and
Prince & Princess Royale Keith and Joanna
for the next round of the Holigay pageants
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
with the
'Mr & Miss Hot and Humid 2013 Pageant'
Friday, August 2nd, 2013 @ 10:00 pm - TNT's (NO COVER 21+ Only)
Partial proceeds will benefit - OkEq's Gamily
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
We will also be holding a 50/50 raffle
and collecting schools supplies for
OkEq's Gamily 1st Annual Back to School Carnival
For more information please contact the I.C.A.O.
at impcourtok@gmail.com
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Voting members must be current in their $50 OkEq membership fee by
September 11th, 2013.
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $10.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Transgender Rights'
edited by Paisely Currah, Richard M. Juang and
Shannon Price Minter
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Over the past three decades, the
transgender movement has gained
visibility and achieved significant
victories. Discrimination has been
prohibited in several states, dozens of
municipalities, and more than two
hundred private companies, while hate
crime laws in eight states have been
amended to include gender identity. Yet
prejudice
and
violence
against
transgender people remain all too
common.
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employment policies, public health, economics, and grassroots organizing,
this groundbreaking book is an indispensable resource in the fight for the
freedom and equality of those who cross gender boundaries. Moving
beyond media representations to grapple with the real lives and issues of
transgender people, Transgender Rights will launch a new moment for
human rights activism in America.
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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October 24th, 2013
In This Issue
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EBA Sponsor
SAGE Tulsa Halloween
Gamily Halloween
OUT in Eureka
Welcome to the eNews.
Make plans to Trick or Treat at the Equality Center with Gamily's
Halloween celebration. Come by on Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 pm
- 8:00 pm for candy, games and prizes!
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Tulsa Threat
Guys Dine Too
Immigration and DOMA
Computer Boot Camp
Mindful Meditation
The eNews for the week of October 24th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Dr. Ronald LaButti, DO, FAOAO
OUTlaw Legal Series
First Thursday Art
Hips-Knees-Shoulders
Foot/Ankle-Sports Medicine
Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
www.hipandkneedoc.com
6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
Transgender Day of
Remembrance
Homebuyer Workshop
Within Our Reach
Birds of Prey
Mosaic
Margaritas & Burgers
SAGE Tulsa Halloween Party
Tuesday, October 29th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will have a Halloween party on Tuesday, October 29th, 2013
at 10:00 am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center and carpool to
the party. The group will head out to Sol Smith's Native American Retreat
which is North of Sand Springs on Big Heart Mountain in Osage
County. Lunch will be provided. If you would like to attend, please email
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org to RSVP.
Tony Kushner
Wedding Announcement
Herland Retreat
Tulsa Metro Basketball
LGBT Literature
OUT OK Festival
LGBT History Month
Hiking in the Ozarks
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
Find Us on Facebook
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Gamily Halloween Spooktacular
Thursday, October 31st, 2013; 6:00 pm
Pumpkins, goodies and creepy crawlies.
Come join Gamily on Thursday, October
31st from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for a
spooktacular Halloween celebration. There
will be arts & crafts, candy galore and a
costume contest. Feel free to invite your
friends and family. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org or OkEq's Gamily
Facebook page.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
November 21st, 7:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
Keith and Andrew with family Trick or Treat at OkEq Halloween 2012
The October exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the work of P.C. Cast
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
OkEq OUT in Eureka Springs for
Fall Diversity Weekend
Friday, November 1st - Sunday, November 3rd, 2013
Counseling Services
Fall Diversity Weekend in Eureka Springs, Arkansas will be Nov 1st - 3rd,
2013. What better way to spend it than with your OkEq friends in Eureka
Springs. We are gassing up a party bus and will transport the group over
to Eureka Springs. Click here for more information on Fall Diversity
Weekend.
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
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We've got a seat for you on the Party Bus. This Party Bus Pass will get
you access to transportation on November 1st from Tulsa to Eureka
Springs and back on November 3rd. The bus will leave on Friday,
November 1st at 12:00 pm from the Equality Center and drop off
passengers at their hotel in Eureka Springs.
The Party Bus Pass will only cost $75 per passenger. This will save you
on gas and mileage and give you a chance to party with the other
travelers on the way to Eureka Springs Diversity Weekend! Click here to
reserve your seat on the party bus.
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
day:
November 9th, 2013
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74133. Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience
is necessary to play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing
(cleats not required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The November meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Maxxwell's Restaurant
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013 around 6:30 pm. Maxxwell's Restaurant is
located inside the Campbell Hotel at 2636 E 11th Street, on the west end
of the hotel.
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending so that the restaurant may have
an accurate head count.
Immigration and DOMA:
Where do we go from here?
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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Chris Bell, YWCA Immigration Attorney, speaks on
the implications of the Supreme Court's repeal of the
Defense of Marriage Act for immigrants, especially
those who have a same-sex partner who is a U.S.
citizen.
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
First Tuesday (November 5th) of every month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
and the 2nd Saturday (November 9th) of every month from 12:00 - 2:00
pm
The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
down:
1. Computer Basics
2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
Mindful Meditation
Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Science has proven the efficacy of Mindfulness
Meditation in reducing blood pressure, improving the
quality of sleep, improving memory and reducing other
effects of aging, as well as helping us deal with the
level of stress in our lives. In this class we will learn
various techniques that lead to mindfulness.
The class will start with short sessions and gradually increase them. Feel
free to join the class at any point because it doesn't take long to catch up.
Come and learn these helpful techniques and practice them with us.
Please bring your own cushion (zafu). You may also find it helpful to bring
something to pad your ankles as well.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, November 7th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The November Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists will feature the works of Micheal Jones & Ethan Hopper, in a show
beginning with a reception on Thursday, November 7th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
'Just Gender' Tulsa Premiere Screening
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013; 7:30 pm
10 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK
JUST
GENDER
On Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 7:30
pm, Circle Cinema will host the Tulsa premiere
of the documentary film 'Just Gender". The film
showcases the work of OkEq's Gender
Outreach program and features several local
transgender activists. In honor of Transgender
Day of Remembrance, a candlelight vigil will
be held before the premiere at 7:00 pm. For
more information on 'Just Gender', please
visit justgenderthefilm.com.
Contact mary.jones@okeq.org for more information. Everyone is invited
to come and participate.
Homebuyer Education Workshop
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Cay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
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Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday, March
28th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn about the
home buying process. The class will be conducted
by Shane Allbee (Theinsurancecrew), Anthony
Carr (Keller Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (EverBank Home
Lending).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic
steps to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to
knowing "Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants
will be provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so
send an RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones
mary.jones@okeq.org.
Within Our Reach - Relationship Workshop
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 1:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Family & Children's Services will provide a FREE
relationship workshop on Saturday, November 16th,
2013 at 1:00 pm. Build on existing relationship
strengths and learn skills to create safe and stable
partner relationships. In addition, you'll learn how to:
• Communicate effectively
• Work as a team to solve problems
• Manage conflicts without damaging closeness
• Preserve and enhance love, commitment and friendship
For more information or to pre-register, contact Mary
at 918.743.4297 or mary.jones@okeq.org
Bird of Paradise
Book Signing w/ author G.J. Paterson
Tuesday, November 19th, 2013; 7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Author G.J. Paterson will be at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center for a book signing of the newly
published novel, "Bird of Paradise". The signing will
be on Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
Available on October 31st, "Birds of Prey" may be
purchased
from
www.gjpaterson.com
or
Amazon.com for $23.95. Copies of the book will be
available for sale on the night of the signing for 10%
off.
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OkEq honored by Mosaic in
Top 20 Inclusive Workplace Cultures
Mosaic, Tulsa Business Chamber's Diversity and Inclusion Council,
honored Oklahomans for Equality for leadership in creating a diverse and
inclusive workplace culture in the Tulsa area. In attendance to receive the
award were Toby Jenkins, OkEq Executive Director and Mike Redman,
OkEq Board of Director.
Boot Camp
Margaritas & Cheeseburgers in Paradise
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Saturday, October 26th, 2013; 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
Red Sky Liquor & Wine
4711 E 51st Street
BOB FM will be at Equality Business
Alliance member Red Sky Liquor &
Wine this Saturday October 26th, 2013
with a live remote from 11:00 am to
1:00 pm. You can sign up for a chance
to win a 5 day trip to Hawaii and 2
tickets to the Jimmy Buffet concert.
BOB FM will also have a money
machine and people will have a
chance to grab as much money as they want every 30 minutes.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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All sales from Red Sky Liquor & Wine from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm will be
10% off marked price.
Presidential Lecture Series - Tony Kushner
Tuesday, November 12th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Donald W. Reynolds Center
3208 E. 8th St
University of Tulsa Campus
The University of Tulsa Presidential Lecture Series
presents Pultizer-Prize winning playwright Tony
Kushner. His critically acclaimed plays tackle some of
today's most sensitive social issues such as HIV/AIDS, racism and
capitalism. His most well known works include Angels in America, A Bright
Room Called Day and Caroline, or Change.
An Emmy Award winner and two-time Tony Award winner, Kushner is the
recipient of a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. He has received an Oscar
nomination and in 2008, became the first recipient of the Steinberg
Distinguished Playwright Award, the largest theater award in the United
Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
November 6th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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States.
Presentations will begin at 7:30 p.m. Lectures are free and open to the
public; no tickets or registrations are required.
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Wedding Announcement
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Congratulations from Oklahomans for Equality
Jennifer Davenport and Dorothy
Davenport were married at First
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
in Des Moines, Iowa on Thursday
October 17th, 2013. Associate
Pastor Suzanne Stout officiated and
several
members
of
the
congregation were in attendance.
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were also a part of the ceremony.
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Herland Retreat
November 1st, 2nd & 3rd, 2013
Yoga A - Z
Pickens Lake
Eufeaula, OK
Her/and
The Retreats are Herland's only
"womyn only" event held throughout
the year. It is a place for women to
sister resources
feel safe and comfortable being in a
womyn's space. Plan on having a fun and relaxing time at the Herland
Retreat. You will meet lots of wonderful womyn and are sure to make a
new friend or two while you are here. Call 405.550.2312 for more
information or visit herlandsisters.org to register.
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
A Selective, Opinionated, and Not Especially
Academic Survey of Gay and Lesbian Literature
Since the 1800s
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class..
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
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Tuesday, October 29th, 2013; 3:00 pm
Room MC 617
TCC Metro Campus
909 S Boston Ave
A Selective, Opinionated, and Not Especially Academic
Survey of Gay and Lesbian Literature Since the
1800s." Presented by Dr. Allen Culpepper, Assistant
Professor of English,Tulsa Community College.
Tuesday, October 29, 3:00 pm, Metro Campus Board Room, (Room MC
617). In connection with GLBT History Month. No cost. (Room capacity is
limited, though.) RSVP to --------allen.culpepper@tulsacc.edu by Oct. 27th,
2013.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis
The OUT OK Film Festival opens in less than 4 weeks. Tune into
www.out-ok.com for movie and ticket information and get your film-freak
on! Catch FREE FALL on Saturday, Nov. 16th at 4:00 pm. Sex, lies, and
deception: the life of a testosterone-fuelled police cadet.
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. November 15th - 17th, 2013. Get ready for your
close-up!
Visit www.out-ok.com for movie titles and schedule.
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
October is LGBT History Month
A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day of the month
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A new LGBT Icon will be featured every day LGBT
History Month celebrates the achievements of 31
lesbian, gay, bisexual or transgender Icons.
Beginning October 1st, 2012, a new LGBT Icon will
be featured every day.
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October 24th - Ma Rainey
October 25th - Sally Ride
October 26th - Marlon Riggs
October 27th - Vito Russo
October 28th - Jos� Sarria
October 29th - George Takei
October 30th - Jason Wu
October 31st - John Lawrence & Tyron Garner
To view videos and bios of the featured Icons,
visit lgbthistorymonth.com
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Hiking in the Ozarks
Saturday, October 26th, 2013; 8:00 am
Fall color hike in Arkansas lead by Doyle
Wilson and Sherlene Bunnell. The group
will hike on Saturday October 26th, 2013.
Come join as we head to Ponca, Arkansas
in search of Fall. We will be hiking The
Whitaker Point Trail to The Hawksbill Crag.
The Hawksbill Crag, also known as
Whitaker Point, is located along the northern edge of the Upper Buffalo
Wilderness in the Ozark National Forest, just south of the Buffalo National
River. Please dress weather/hiking appropriate. Bring water and snacks/
lunch for hike, and don't forget your camera.
For more information or to RSVP, please call Mary Jones at 918.743.4297
or visit the Facebook Event page.
Next trip will be an Overnight Backpacking
Adventure on the Buffalo River
November 8th - 10th, 2013
For any questions about the Overnight Backpacking Adventure on the
Buffalo River or for a list of thing you will need to bring you can email
Sherlenne Bunnell at sherandkids@cox.net.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
MISSION:
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Upcoming Events
"Mr & Miss Harvest 2013 Pageant"
Friday, November 1st, 2013 -10:00 pm @ TNT's (NO COVER)
Open to anyone 21+
Mr. (Male Impersonation - Any male or female willing to perform as a male) and
Miss (Female Impersonation - Any male or female willing to perform as a female).
Any Legal Talent - Singers, Dancers, Musicians, Drag, Comedians.
Partial proceeds for this pageant benefit - OkEq's SAGE Program
For more information contact George or Rusty or email impcourtok@gmail.com
"Military Ball"
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Club Majestic Tulsa 9 - Close
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Doors open at 9 pm (21+ Only, NO Cover before 10:30 pm)
NO Cover 21+ only
Proceeds to Benefit - Disabled American Veteran
Come dressed in your Military Uniforms or something to support your
favorite branch of the Military. Bring plenty of money to purchase items
from the silent auction or a 50/50 raffle ticket.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
For more information or to donate In-Kind Items for the Silent Auction contact King
Father Scotty on the Court Facebook Page or email ICAO @
impcourtok@gmail.com
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Brand new in the Pride Store, "Oklahomo" Long Sleeve
Shirts. From sizes Small to 5 XL, Only $18
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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to keep up with the new items and new sale items
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Different Daughters: A Book by Mothers of Lesbians'
By Louise Rafkin
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Coming out to mom is a lesbian rite of passage. In
Different Daughters, thirty mothers of lesbians
come together to trace their journeys towards
acceptance of their daughters. Facing their fears
and confusion, prejudice and misunderstandings,
they speak honesty and bravely about the
difficulties and joys of life with their "different
daughters."
Writing about families, community, religion,
grandchildren, bisexuality, transgender issues, and
coming out, the authors of Different Daughters raise
questions shared by all mothers: How can we
accept our children for who they are? How can we love our children even
when they are different from us?
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
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October 31st, 2013
In This Issue
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EBA Sponsor
Gamily Halloween
Early Voting
Medicare & ACA
Welcome to the eNews.
Happy Halloween! Make plans to Trick or Treat at the Equality Center with
Gamily's Halloween celebration. Come by on tonight, October 31st from
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm for candy, games and prizes!
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Tulsa Threat
Guys Dine Too
First Thursday Art
Immigration and DOMA
Computer Boot Camp
The eNews for the week of October 31st, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Sue Welch, McGraw Realtor
Mindful Meditation
Tulsa Metro Basketball
OUTlaw Legal Series
Sue Ellen Welch
(918) 810-8156
Transgender Day of
Remembrance
Hiking in the Ozarks
Homebuyer Workshop
Within Our Reach
SWelch@McGrawOK.com
OUT OK Festival
Bird of Paradise
Tony Kushner
Living Arts
Imperial Court
Gamily Halloween Spooktacular
Thursday, October 31st, 2013; 6:00 pm
Pumpkins, goodies and creepy crawlies.
Come join Gamily on Thursday, October
31st from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm for a
spooktacular Halloween celebration. There
will be arts & crafts, candy galore and a
costume contest. Feel free to invite your
friends and family. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org or OkEq's Gamily
Facebook page.
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
November 21st, 7:00 pm
Keith and Andrew with family Trick or Treat at OkEq Halloween 2012
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
November 12th Special Election Early Voting
Thursday, November 7th & Friday, November 8th; 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
The November exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Micheal
Jones & Ethan Hopper
Yes! You can vote early at the County Election Board
office in Tulsa county if you are registered to vote.
Early Voting at the Tulsa County Election Board
555 N Denver Ave
November 12th Special Elections
Important dates:
• Last time to request absentee ballot - November 6th, 5:00 pm
• Early voting - Thursday, November 7th, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm & Friday,
November 8th, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Counseling Services
Medicare Supplements Made Easy &
the Affordable Care Act
Wednesday, November 6th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Al Triggs (Creative Marketing Director for Legacy
Insurance Advisors) and former OKEQ Board member
will be presenting information on Medicare
Supplements and valuable information on where you
can get the most value for your MONEY. Do you find
the descriptions about supplement programs confusing? Do you feel you
are paying too much money? Are your medications too expensive? Are
you on a fixed income? You cannot afford to miss this event.
Also on hand will be Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable Care
Act. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers in understanding the
new programs, taking advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most affordable coverage that
meets the consumer's needs.
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
day:
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
November 9th, 2013
All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74133. Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience
is necessary to play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing
(cleats not required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The November meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Maxxwell's Restaurant
Tuesday, November 5th, 2013 around 6:30 pm. Maxxwell's Restaurant is
located inside the Campbell Hotel at 2636 E 11th Street, on the west end
of the hotel.
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending so that the restaurant may have
an accurate head count.
First Thursday Art Reception
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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Tai Chi Class
The November Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists will feature the works of Micheal Jones & Ethan Hopper, in a show
beginning with a reception on Thursday, November 7th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
Immigration and DOMA:
Where do we go from here?
Monday, November 11th, 2013 7:00 pm
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Chris Bell, YWCA Immigration Attorney, speaks on
the implications of the Supreme Court's repeal of the
Defense of Marriage Act for immigrants, especially
those who have a same-sex partner who is a U.S.
citizen.
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
First Tuesday (November 5th) of every month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
and the 2nd Saturday (November 9th) of every month from 12:00 - 2:00
pm
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The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
down:
1. Computer Basics
2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
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Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Mindful Meditation
Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Science has proven the efficacy of Mindfulness
Meditation in reducing blood pressure, improving the
quality of sleep, improving memory and reducing other
effects of aging, as well as helping us deal with the
level of stress in our lives. In this class we will learn
various techniques that lead to mindfulness.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
The class will start with short sessions and gradually increase them. Feel
free to join the class at any point because it doesn't take long to catch up.
Come and learn these helpful techniques and practice them with us.
Please bring your own cushion (zafu). You may also find it helpful to bring
something to pad your ankles as well.
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions.
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Cay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
'Just Gender' Tulsa Premiere Screening
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013; 7:00 pm
10 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK
On Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 7:00
Tulsa Area
Prime Timers
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
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JUST
GENDER
pm, Circle Cinema will host the Tulsa premiere
of the documentary film 'Just Gender". The
screening will cost $6.00 and the film
showcases the work of OkEq's Gender
Outreach program and features several local
transgender activists. In honor of Transgender
Day of Remembrance, a candlelight vigil will
be held before the premiere at 7:00 pm. For
more information on 'Just Gender', please
visit justgenderthefilm.com.
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Contact mary.jones@okeq.org for more information. Everyone is invited
to come and participate.
Overnight Backpacking Adventure on the Buffalo
River
November 8th - 10th, 2013
For any questions about the Overnight Backpacking Adventure on the
Buffalo River or for a list of thing you will need to bring you can email
Sherlenne Bunnell at sherandkids@cox.net.
Come Home for Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 28th, 2013; 12:00 pm
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) invites you to join us
on Thanksgiving day for a FREE community meal at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. Special music and
entertainment will accompany the meal.
Please confirm your attendance by contacting:
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org or visit our Facebook Event Page
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Local Affirming and Inclusive congregations and OkEq provide a
wonderful meal every year.
Lunch provided by:
Unity Church of Christianity
Parish Church of Saint Jerome
Bethany Christian Church
College Hill Presbyterian Church
Fellowship Lutheran Church
All Souls Unitarian Church
St. Paul's United Methodist
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Eastside Christian Church
Whole Foods Tulsa
Open Table, UCC
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Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
November 6th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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Homebuyer Education Workshop
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday, March
28th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn about the
home buying process. The class will be conducted
by Shane Allbee (Theinsurancecrew), Anthony
Carr (Keller Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (EverBank Home
Lending).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic
steps to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to
knowing "Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants
will be provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so
send an RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones
mary.jones@okeq.org.
Within Our Reach - Relationship Workshop
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 1:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Family & Children's Services will provide a FREE
relationship workshop on Saturday, November 16th,
2013 at 1:00 pm. Build on existing relationship
strengths and learn skills to create safe and stable
partner relationships. In addition, you'll learn how to:
• Communicate effectively
• Work as a team to solve problems
• Manage conflicts without damaging closeness
• Preserve and enhance love, commitment and friendship
For more information or to pre-register, contact Mary
at 918.743.4297 or mary.jones@okeq.org
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
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Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis
The OUT OK Film Festival opens in less than 3 weeks. Tune into
www.out-ok.com for movie and ticket information and get your film-freak
on! Your OUT OK VIP PASS will send you over the moon on November
15, 16, 17. OUT OK, The Oklahoma GLBT Film Festival returns with a
collection of first-run, award-winning films. Don't miss REACHING FOR
THE MOON. 2 iconic women, 1 unforgettable story. Go to www.outok.com for movie times and ticket info or philip_au@att.net
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Yoga A - Z
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. November 15th - 17th, 2013. Get ready for your
close-up!
Visit www.out-ok.com for movie titles and schedule.
Bird of Paradise
Book Signing w/ author G.J. Paterson
Tuesday, November 19th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Author G.J. Paterson will be at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center for a book signing of the newly
published novel, "Bird of Paradise". The signing will
be on Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
Available on October 31st, "Birds of Prey" may be
purchased
from
www.gjpaterson.com
or
Amazon.com for $23.95. Copies of the book will be
available for sale on the night of the signing for 10%
off. G.J. Paterson is a pen name for Gloria Galasso
and her partner Patricia Paterson.
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class..
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Presidential Lecture Series - Tony Kushner
Tuesday, November 12th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Donald W. Reynolds Center
3208 E. 8th St
University of Tulsa Campus
The University of Tulsa Presidential Lecture Series
presents Pultizer-Prize winning playwright Tony
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
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Kushner. His critically acclaimed plays tackle some of today's most
sensitive social issues such as HIV/AIDS, racism and capitalism. His most
well known works include Angels in America, A Bright Room Called Day
and Caroline, or Change.
An Emmy Award winner and two-time Tony Award winner, Kushner is the
recipient of a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. He has received an Oscar
nomination and in 2008, became the first recipient of the Steinberg
Distinguished Playwright Award, the largest theater award in the United
States.
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Presentations will begin at 7:30 p.m. Lectures are free and open to the
public; no tickets or registrations are required.
Champagne and Chocolate Gala presented by
Living Arts
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Living Art Space
307 East Brady
LIVING~ARTS
Living Arts of Tulsa presents the "19th
Annual
Champagne
and
Chocolate
Fundraising Gala" at the Living Art Space,
307 East Brady, in downtown Tulsa, featuring
the works of 100 of the best artists from
Oklahoma and beyond.
$35 advance or $40 at the door.
Saturday, November 16th, 2013
7:00 - 10:00 PM
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ANO CHOCOLATE
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
For more information call 918.585.1234 or visit livingarts.org
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
"Mr & Miss Harvest 2013 Pageant"
Friday, November 1st, 2013 -10:00 pm @ TNT's (NO COVER)
Open to anyone 21+
Mr. (Male Impersonation - Any male or female willing to perform as a male) and
Miss (Female Impersonation - Any male or female willing to perform as a female).
Any Legal Talent - Singers, Dancers, Musicians, Drag, Comedians.
Partial proceeds for this pageant benefit - OkEq's SAGE Program
For more information contact George or Rusty or email impcourtok@gmail.com
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
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"Military Ball"
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Club Majestic Tulsa 9 - Close
Doors open at 9 pm (21+ Only, NO Cover before 10:30 pm)
NO Cover 21+ only
Proceeds to Benefit - Disabled American Veteran
Come dressed in your Military Uniforms or something to support your
favorite branch of the Military. Bring plenty of money to purchase items
from the silent auction or a 50/50 raffle ticket.
For more information or to donate In-Kind Items for the Silent Auction contact King
Father Scotty on the Court Facebook Page or email ICAO @
impcourtok@gmail.com
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Dissertation Research on Transgender
Microaggressions
This study is being done with an online survey that takes about 10-20
minutes. This research has been approved by the University of the
Rockies Internal Review Board, approval number 13-020-C. The study
intends to be trans-affirmative, and will refrain from asking personal
questions regarding your health. In respect of your privacy, no questions
will be asked about your health history regarding your surgical, hormonal
or other gender realignment procedures you may have had.
http://fluidsurveys.com/s/Therapy-experiences-trans/
Equality Center Pride Store
New in the Pride Store, "Oklahomo" Long Sleeve Shirts. From
sizes Small to 5 XL, Only $18
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
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Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Is It a Date or Just Coffee?: The Gay Girl's Guide to Dating, Sex
and Romance'
By Mo Brownsey
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
What are the ten telltale signs that date #2 will take
place in hell? Is it better to bounce than to break?
How do you navigate the squiggly line between exlover and now friends? Is it a date or just coffee?
For women struggling to understand the
nongirlfriend-girlfriend's refusal to bear any
semblance to sanity, logic, or good manners, this
nuts-and-bolts guide is the answer.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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JUST COFFEE?
Understanding that love involves equal parts
romance, lust, and neuroses, Mo Brownsey will
guide you through the mysteries of amour, whether
by helping you figure out what is wrong with the
people you have been dating, helping you find people you should be
dating, showing you how to craft a personal ad designed to entice babes
but repel psyche-sucking wackos, or describing ten surefire ways to avoid
Lesbian Bed Death. Equally wise and witty, Is It a Date or Just Coffee? will
have you navigating the minefield of romance (including the horrors of
Internet dating) as if you were soldier of passion. Whether you are single,
dating, married, or not sure which, this is the book for you!
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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November 5th, 2013
In This Issue
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OkEq
Programming
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EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice
Early Voting
Welcome to the eNews.
Do you have questions about Medicare or the Affordable Care Act? Come
by on Wednesday, November 6th at 6:30 pm for an informative
presentation.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Medicare & ACA
First Thursday Art
Immigration and DOMA
Equality Business Alliance
Tulsa Metro Basketball
OkEq Programming Note
Tulsa Threat
Self Defense Class on Tuesday, November 5th and Tai Chi Class on
Sunday, November 10th, have been canceled.
The eNews for the week of November 5th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Dr. Ronald LaButti, DO, FAOAO
OUTlaw Legal Series
Transgender Day of
Remembrance
Come Home for Thanksgiving
Say No to Hate
Hips-Knees-Shoulders
Foot/Ankle-Sports Medicine
Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
www.hipandkneedoc.com
OUT OK Festival
Mindful Meditation
Hiking in the Ozarks
Homebuyer Workshop
Within Our Reach
6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
Computer Boot Camp
Bird of Paradise
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
For Veteran's Day on Monday, November 11th,
in honor of LGBT service members and veterans,
a donation has been made to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
Tony Kushner
The Bible, Homosexuality and
Catholicism
Living Arts
Imperial Court
Trans Microaggressions
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
and the Equality Center LGBT Hotline
will be sponsored for the week of
November 10th - 16th, 2013
Find Us on Facebook
Click here to commemorate a special day with
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
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November 12th Special Election Early Voting
Thursday, November 7th & Friday, November 8th; 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
Yes! You can vote early at the County Election Board
office in Tulsa county if you are registered to vote.
Early Voting at the Tulsa County Election Board
555 N Denver Ave
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November 12th Special Elections
Important dates:
• Last time to request absentee ballot - November 6th, 5:00 pm
• Early voting - Thursday, November 7th, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm & Friday,
November 8th, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
November 21st, 7:00 pm
Medicare Supplements Made Easy &
the Affordable Care Act
Wednesday, November 6th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Al Triggs (Creative Marketing Director for Legacy
Insurance Advisors) and former OkEq Board member
will be presenting information on Medicare
Supplements and valuable information on where you
can get the most value for your MONEY. Do you find
the descriptions about supplement programs confusing? Do you feel you
are paying too much money? Are your medications too expensive? Are
you on a fixed income? You cannot afford to miss this event.
Also on hand will be Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable Care
Act. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers in understanding the
new programs, taking advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most affordable coverage that
meets the consumer's needs.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The November exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Micheal
Jones & Ethan Hopper
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, November 7th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Counseling Services
The November Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists will feature the works of Micheal Jones & Ethan Hopper, in a show
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
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beginning with a reception on Thursday, November 7th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Immigration and DOMA:
Where do we go from here?
Monday, November 11th, 2013 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Chris Bell, YWCA Immigration Attorney, speaks on
the implications of the Supreme Court's repeal of the
Defense of Marriage Act for immigrants, especially
those who have a same-sex partner who is a U.S.
citizen.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The November Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, November
20th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Drillers at ONEOK Field, 201
N Elgin Ave. Please RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to
everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to
members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be
prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
ONEOK Field
201 N Elgin Ave
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football Tryouts
2014 Season
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team is
holding tryouts for the 2014 season on the following
day:
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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All tryouts will be from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm at
Thoreau Demonstration Academy - 7370 E 71st St Tulsa, OK
74133. Players must be 18 or older to try out and no experience is
necessary to play. Bring $10.00, a photo ID, and wear athletic clothing
(cleats not required).
For more information, email us at: tulsawtf@yahoo.com
or 'Like' us on Facebook
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions.
'Just Gender' Tulsa Premiere Screening
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013; 7:00 pm
10 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK
On Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 7:00
pm, Circle Cinema will host the Tulsa premiere
of the documentary film 'Just Gender". The
JUST
GENDER screening will cost $6.00 and the film
showcases the work of OkEq's Gender
Outreach program and features several local
transgender activists. Click here for online
ticket purchase. In honor of Transgender Day
of Remembrance, a candlelight vigil will be
held before the premiere at 7:00 pm. For more
information
on
'Just
Gender',
please
visit justgenderthefilm.com.
Tai Chi Class
Resumes November 17th
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
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Contact mary.jones@okeq.org for more information. Everyone is invited
to come and participate.
Come Home for Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 28th, 2013; 12:00 pm
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) invites you to join us
on Thanksgiving day for a FREE community meal at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. Special music and
entertainment will accompany the meal.
Please confirm your attendance by contacting:
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
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Local Affirming and Inclusive congregations and OkEq provide a
wonderful meal every year.
Lunch provided by:
Unity Church of Christianity
Parish Church of Saint Jerome
Bethany Christian Church
College Hill Presbyterian Church
Fellowship Lutheran Church
All Souls Unitarian Church
St. Paul's United Methodist
Diversity Christian Fellowship International
Eastside Christian Church
Whole Foods Tulsa
Open Table, UCC
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Say No to Hate Coalition 25th Anniversary
Wednesday, November 13th, 2013; 11:30 pm
Tulsa Press Club
415 S Boston Ave
Atlas Life Building
Join in for the 25th Anniversary Celebration of the
SAY NO TO HATE COALITION. Help continue to protect Tulsa from
bigotry, racism and oppression by joining in for this celebration of unity and
courage. Join in for a Dutch treat lunch for $12.00 and help affirm the
value of SAY NO TO HATE to the community. Seating is limited. For more
information or to RSVP, visit here.
Lunch will be at the Tulsa Press Club, 415 S Boston Ave, from 11:30 am to
1:15 pm. A Press Conference will follow at 1:30 pm.
OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sagew
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis
The OUT OK Film Festival opens in less than 3 weeks. Tune into
www.out-ok.com for movie and ticket information and get your film-freak
on! Your OUT OK VIP PASS will send you over the moon on November
15, 16, 17. OUT OK, The Oklahoma GLBT Film Festival returns with a
collection of first-run, award-winning films. Invite your GBFs, BFFs, BFs,
GFs, FBs. You don't want to miss any of the award-winning films like GBF
because "Being out has never been so in". Go to www.out-ok.com for
movie times and ticket info or philip_au@att.net
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Tulsa Area
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Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. November 15th - 17th, 2013. Get ready for your
close-up!
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Visit www.out-ok.com for movie titles and schedule.
Mindful Meditation
Every Wednesday at 6:00 pm
Science has proven the efficacy of Mindfulness
Meditation in reducing blood pressure, improving the
quality of sleep, improving memory and reducing other
effects of aging, as well as helping us deal with the
level of stress in our lives. In this class we will learn
various techniques that lead to mindfulness.
The class will start with short sessions and gradually increase them. Feel
free to join the class at any point because it doesn't take long to catch up.
Come and learn these helpful techniques and practice them with us.
Please bring your own cushion (zafu). You may also find it helpful to bring
something to pad your ankles as well.
Self Defense Class
Resumes November 12th
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Overnight Backpacking Adventure on the Buffalo
River
November 8th - 10th, 2013
Lead by Sherlenne Bunnell and Doyle Wilson, join an overnight
backpacking adventure along the Buffalo River in Arkansas. for any
questions about the Overnight Backpacking Adventure on the Buffalo
River or for a list of things you will need to bring, please email Sherlenne
Bunnell at sherandkids@cox.net.
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 6:30 pm
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Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
November 6th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday,
November 14th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn
about the home buying process. The class will be
conducted by Shane Allbee (Theinsurancecrew),
Anthony Carr (Keller Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (EverBank
Home Lending).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic
steps to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to
knowing "Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants
will be provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so
send an RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones
mary.jones@okeq.org.
Within Our Reach - Relationship Workshop
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 1:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Family & Children's Services will provide a FREE
relationship workshop on Saturday, November 16th,
2013 at 1:00 pm. Build on existing relationship
strengths and learn skills to create safe and stable
partner relationships. In addition, you'll learn how to:
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• Communicate effectively
• Work as a team to solve problems
• Manage conflicts without damaging closeness
• Preserve and enhance love, commitment and friendship
For more information or to pre-register, contact Mary
at 918.743.4297 or mary.jones@okeq.org
New Programming: Computer Boot Camp
Starting in October; First Tuesday and 2nd Saturday of the month
David Bohnett Cyber Center
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
First Tuesday (November 5th) of every month from 3:00 - 5:00 pm
and the 2nd Saturday (November 9th) of every month from 12:00 - 2:00
pm
The world is changing and you refuse to be left behind. Do you want to be
able to email your friends and family members or even show your
grandkids a couple of tricks that you've learned on the computer?
Computer Boot Camp, if you want to be able to use the Internet to search
on topics that are important to you - the latest health information, what's
happening in the world, or what the headlines are in the city... We break it
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2. The Internet
3. E-mail Basics
4. Social Networking
5. Smarter than me phones
Class size will be limited to 9. For more
information or to reserve your spot, please
contact Mary Jones at 918.743.4297 or
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Bird of Paradise
Book Signing w/ author G.J. Paterson
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Tuesday, November 19th, 2013; 7:00 pm
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Author G.J. Paterson will be at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center for a book signing of the newly
published novel, "Bird of Paradise". The signing will
be on Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
Available on October 31st, "Birds of Prey" may be
purchased
from
www.gjpaterson.com
or
Amazon.com for $23.95. Copies of the book will be
available for sale on the night of the signing for 10%
off. G.J. Paterson is a pen name for Gloria Galasso
and her partner Patricia Paterson.
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Presidential Lecture Series - Tony Kushner
Tuesday, November 12th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Donald W. Reynolds Center
3208 E. 8th St
University of Tulsa Campus
The University of Tulsa Presidential Lecture Series
presents Pultizer-Prize winning playwright Tony
Kushner. His critically acclaimed plays tackle some of
today's most sensitive social issues such as HIV/AIDS, racism and
capitalism. His most well known works include Angels in America, A Bright
Room Called Day and Caroline, or Change.
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
An Emmy Award winner and two-time Tony Award winner, Kushner is the
recipient of a Pulitzer Prize for Drama. He has received an Oscar
nomination and in 2008, became the first recipient of the Steinberg
Distinguished Playwright Award, the largest theater award in the United
States.
Presentations will begin at 7:30 p.m. Lectures are free and open to the
public; no tickets or registrations are required.
The Bible, Homosexuality and Catholicism
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
St Jerome Parish
of the Ecumenical Catholic Communion
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205 West King St.
Tulsa, OK 74106
Experience real stories from people who have wrestled with family, faith,
ministry and relationships complicated by issues of sexual orientation stories of doubt, pain, healing and acceptance told in a forum that is
respectful and open to all. Roman Catholic teaching will be reviewed, with
a compassionate alternative perspective presented. The documentary film
"For the Bible Tells Me So" will also be shown.
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Does much of the Church's homophobia come from a misreading of
scripture, a denial of science and an embrace of quack psychology? The
film calls for love, acceptance, and inclusion...
All are welcome. Doors will open at 9:15 am. Admission is Free.
Lunch will be provided. Call 918-582-3088 to RSVP or for more information.
Champagne and Chocolate Gala presented by
Living Arts
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Living Art Space
307 East Brady
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Living Arts of Tulsa presents the "19th
Annual
Champagne
and
Chocolate
Fundraising Gala" at the Living Art Space,
307 East Brady, in downtown Tulsa, featuring
the works of 100 of the best artists from
Oklahoma and beyond.
$35 advance or $40 at the door.
Saturday, November 16th, 2013
7:00 - 10:00 PM
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Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
AND CH OCOLATE
For more information call 918.585.1234 or visit livingarts.org
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
"Military Ball"
Saturday, November 9, 2013
Club Majestic Tulsa
9 pm - Close
Doors open at 9 pm (21+ Only, NO Cover before 10:30 pm)
Proceeds to Benefit - Disabled American Veteran
Come dressed in your Military Uniforms or something to support your
favorite branch of the Military. Bring plenty of money to purchase items
from the silent auction or a 50/50 raffle ticket.
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
For more information or to donate In-Kind Items for the Silent Auction contact King
Father Scotty on the Court Facebook Page or email ICAO @
impcourtok@gmail.com
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6th Annual "Hearing Voices" Show
Saturday, November 27th, 2013
Tulsa Eagle
10:00 pm (21+ No Cover)
Come hear some of the best local vocalist and help start
off the Thanksgiving/Chanukah Holiday Season.
Partial Proceeds benefit - H.O.P.E. Testing
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Dissertation Research on Transgender
Microaggressions
This study is being done with an online survey that takes about 10-20
minutes. This research has been approved by the University of the
Rockies Internal Review Board, approval number 13-020-C. The study
intends to be trans-affirmative, and will refrain from asking personal
questions regarding your health. In respect of your privacy, no questions
will be asked about your health history regarding your surgical, hormonal
or other gender realignment procedures you may have had.
http://fluidsurveys.com/s/Therapy-experiences-trans/
Equality Center Pride Store
New in the Pride Store, "Oklahomo" Long Sleeve Shirts. From
sizes Small to 5 XL, Only $18
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
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Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Endangered Species
By Louis Baynard
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The Broome family is facing an uncertain future;
however no one but youngest son Nick seems to
notice. Driven by an inexplicable but driving
certainty that they are on the brink of extinction,
Nick vows to bring a child into the world by
whatever means necessary. The problem? Nick is
gay. The brave new world of parenting is explored
as never before in Louis Bayard's new novel, which
is full of the dry wit, snaking plot turns, and vivid,
well-rounded characters that earned raves and fans
for his first novel, Fool's Errand. Nick's quest for a
surrogate mother will draw him to schizophrenics,
Hispanic immigrants, body-pierced teenagers,
female escorts, a God-fearing phlebotomist, an itinerant matchmaker, and
an unbalanced but irrepressible young woman named Nattie, who
ultimately may provide what he is seeking in the way he least expected.
Alternately moving and very, very funny, Nick Broome's quest to leave a
mark on the world drives straight to the heart of the evolving nature of love
and family.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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November 14th, 2013
In This Issue
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EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice
OUTlaw Legal Series
Homebuyer Workshop
Welcome to the eNews.
The OUT OK Film Festival returns this weekend for 3 days full of
acclaimed films at Circle Cinema, 10 S Lewis. For the full schedule of films
and to purchase your weekend pass, visit www.out-ok.com.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of November 14th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Massage Time
Within Our Reach
OUT OK Festival
Transgender Day of
Remembrance
Tulsa Metro Basketball
Equality Business Alliance
Come Home for Thanksgiving
First Thursday Art Show
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Party
Fairy Tree
RENT
Bird of Paradise
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Tour
Gamily Christmas
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Sisters in Song
PFLAG Holiday DInner
Featured Article
Featured Article
Featured Article
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
For Veteran's Day on Monday, November 11th,
in honor of LGBT service members and veterans,
a donation has been made to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
Featured Article
Featured Article
Featured Article
Featured Article
Find Us on Facebook
and the Equality Center LGBT Hotline
will be sponsored for the week of
November 10th - 16th, 2013
Click here to commemorate a special day with
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OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions. November's Topic: The effect of the
Supreme Court's DOMA decision on employers and
employee benefits.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
November 21st, 7:00 pm
Homebuyer Education Workshop
Thursday, November 14th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday,
November 14th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn
about the home buying process. The class will be
conducted by Shane Allbee (Theinsurancecrew),
Anthony Carr (Keller Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (EverBank
Home Lending).
OkEq Art Exhibit
The November exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Micheal
Jones & Ethan Hopper
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic
steps to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to
knowing "Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants
will be provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so
send an RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones
mary.jones@okeq.org.
Within Our Reach - Relationship Workshop
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 1:00 pm
Counseling Services
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Family & Children's Services will provide a FREE
relationship workshop on Saturday, November 16th,
2013 at 1:00 pm. Build on existing relationship
strengths and learn skills to create safe and stable
partner relationships. In addition, you'll learn how to:
• Communicate effectively
• Work as a team to solve problems
• Manage conflicts without damaging closeness
• Preserve and enhance love, commitment and friendship
For more information or to pre-register, contact Mary
at 918.743.4297 or mary.jones@okeq.org
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OUT OK Film Festival
November 15th - 17th, 2013
Counseling Services
Circle Cinema
10 South Lewis Ave
OUT OK opens this Friday, November 15th at 7:00 pm at the Circle
Cinema with GETTING GO. A not so classic classic love story of boy
meets go-go boy. See some great movies and meet some old and new
friends. Net proceeds benefit OkEq and The Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. Go to www.out-ok.com for movie times and ticket info or
philip_au@att.net
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Prepare for a weekend of laughter and tears. 3 days and nights of
cinematic camaraderie. November 15th - 17th, 2013. Get ready for your
close-up!
Visit www.out-ok.com for movie titles and schedule.
'Just Gender' Tulsa Premiere Screening
Wednesday, November 20th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Circle Cinema
10 South Lewis Ave
JUST
GENDER
On Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 7:00
pm, Circle Cinema will host the Tulsa premiere
of the documentary film 'Just Gender". The
screening will cost $6.00 and the film
showcases the work of OkEq's Gender
Outreach program and features several local
transgender activists. Click here for online
ticket purchase. In honor of Transgender Day
of Remembrance, a candlelight vigil will be
held before the premiere at 7:00 pm. For more
information
on
'Just
Gender',
please
visit justgenderthefilm.com.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Contact mary.jones@okeq.org for more information. Everyone is invited
to come and participate.
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Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The November Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, November
20th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Drillers at ONEOK Field, 201
N Elgin Ave. Please RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to
everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to
members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be
prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
ONEOK Field
201 N Elgin Ave
Come Home for Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 28th, 2013; 12:00 pm
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) invites you to join us
on Thanksgiving day for a FREE community meal at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. Special music and
entertainment will accompany the meal.
Tai Chi Class
Resumes November 17th
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
Please confirm your attendance by contacting:
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org or visit our Facebook Event Page
Local Affirming and Inclusive congregations and OkEq provide a
wonderful meal every year. The meal will be served at 12:00 pm.
Lunch provided by:
Unity Church of Christianity
Parish Church of Saint Jerome
Bethany Christian Church
College Hill Presbyterian Church
Fellowship Lutheran Church
All Souls Unitarian Church
St. Paul's United Methodist
Diversity Christian Fellowship International
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
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Eastside Christian Church
Whole Foods Tulsa
Open Table, UCC
University United Methodist Church
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, December 5th, 2013; 6:00 pm
The December Oklahomans for Equality
showcase and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will feature the
works of Karen Lamb and Ann Shannon, in a
show titled "Wild by Nature" beginning with a
reception on Thursday, December 5th, 2013
from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013; 10:00 am
sage
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
SAGE Tulsa will host a Holiday party at on Tuesday,
December 3rd, 2013 at 10:00 am. Brunch will be
served.
Please email Lucas.Green@OkEq.org is you would
like to attend.
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Fairy Tree
The Fairy Tree will be set up on Friday November 15th for
you to stop by the Equality Center to select a needy
recipient. We adopt the clients of Tulsa CARES that are in
need of clothing and other items. The suggested gift items
are listed for your shopping convenience. Tulsa CARES
provides social services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS.
Help us support those in our community that are struggling
to survive. Gifts should be wrapped and returned by Dec.
15th.
Computer
Boot Camp
First Tuesday
(Dec 3rd) 3:00 - 5:00 pm
(Dec 14th)
Second Saturday
12:00 - 2:00 pm Class size
is limited. Contact
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
to attend.
BTW presents: RENT School Edition!
November 22nd - 24th, 2013; 7:00 pm
SAGE Tulsa
1514 E Zion Street
Tulsa, OK 74106
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
The Booker T. Washington Foundation for
Excellence and BTW Hornet Musical Theatre is
proud to present a first for high school musical
theatre in Oklahoma, RENT School Edition! The
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
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Pulitzer prize winning musical will open in the Ellis Walker Woods
Auditorium the week before Thanksgiving.
Preview: Tuesday 11-19-13 @ 6:30pm
Wednesday 11-20-13 @ 7:00 pm
Thursday 11-21-13 @ 7:00 pm
Friday 11-22-13 @ 7:00 pm
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sagew
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Bird of Paradise
Book Signing w/ author G.J. Paterson
Tuesday, November 19th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Author G.J. Paterson will be at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center for a book signing of the newly
published novel, "Bird of Paradise". The signing will
be on Tuesday, November 19th, 2013 at 7:00 pm.
Available on October 31st, "Birds of Prey" may be
purchased
from
www.gjpaterson.com
or
Amazon.com for $23.95. Copies of the book will be
available for sale on the night of the signing for 10%
off. G.J. Paterson is a pen name for Gloria Galasso
and her partner Patricia Paterson.
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Light Tour
Tuesday, December 17th, 2013; 5:30 pm
Please join the SAGE Tulsa group for the 1st Annual trolley Holiday Light
tour of Tulsa. SAGE Tulsa will head out on the town to tour the sights and
the lights of the Holiday season. A 2 hour tour of sightseeing from The Old
Urban Trolley with hot chocolate and Christmas carols in abundance. The
group will meet at The Garden Trug at 3009 E. 101st Street between 4:30
and 5:30 pm for a Holiday party before the trolley tour at 6:00 pm. Peole
who wish to carpool to the Garden Trug may meet at the Equality Center
by 4:00 pm. A small charge of $10 person for the tour. Don your "GAY"
apparel and sing a carol or two with friends and "FAMILY". RSVP to
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org.
sage ,
Service, and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexua l
& Transgender Elders
3009 E. 101st Street
Tulsa, OK 74137
Swing Dance Class
Tuesdays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate (TOSS). No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker &
TOSS members.
Free for Members,
$5 for Non Members
Tulsa Area
Prime Timers
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
GAMILY Christmas Party
Sunday, December 15th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Self Defense Class
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
What are the best gifts around any Christmas tree?
The presence of a happy family all wrapped up in
each other.
Gamily invites you to come eat, play and be merry
at Gamily's Christmas Party at the Equality Center
on Sunday, December 15th, 2013 from 2:00 - 6:00
pm. The main dish will be provided by Oklahomans for Equality and
Gamily is asking each family to bring a side dish or salad. RSVP on
OkEq's Gamily Facebook or at Gamily@OkEq.org.
Resumes November 12th
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter Season
Tuesday, December 3rd and Friday, December 6th, 2013; 8:00 pm
15th Annual Winter Season
GABRIEL, BLOW YOUR HORN!
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Tuesday, December 3rd and Friday, December 6th,
2013
Lorton Performance Center - Gussman Concert Hall
council oak
Council Oak Mens Chorale's 15th winter season, councll oak mens chorols
entitled Gabriel, Blow Your Horn! presented by the men
of Council Oak Men's Chorale, with guest artist Kyle Maxwell, trombone.
The concert features holiday seasonal music both traditional and popular,
including All Through the Night, Ave Maria (Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry
Gentlemen, Little Drummer Boy, Holly Jolly Christmas, Jingle Bells and
more. Returning as guests to conduct this concert will be former artistic
directors Rick Fortner, Andre Martin and Elizabeth Curtis.
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Tickets are $20.00 available online or at the door. Visit
www.counciloak.org for additional information.
Sisters in Song 'Hope Peace Joy'
Saturday, December 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Please join Sisters In Song for Hope Peace Joy
2013,
Featuring Artistic Team: Director and Harpist Linda
Barton Paul and Accompanist Kathryn Cox, with
special guest Pianist Teresa Petray. 7:00 pm
Saturday December 14th, 2013 at Fellowship
Congregational
Church
2900
S.
Harvard
Ave. Admission is $10, Children under 12 are free.
Mindful Meditation
Wednesdays
6:00 pm
Feel free to join the class at
any point because it
doesn't take long to catch
up. Come and learn these
helpful meditation
techniques and practice
them with us.
Facilitated by
Gloria Galasso
Find Sisters in Song on Facebook
www.facebook.com/SistersInSongTulsa
or email info@daao.us
Sisters in Song begin preparation for their Gala Concert in February 2014.
Music and practice CD's will be provided. All rehearsals are at Fellowship
Congregational Church at 27th and Harvard, on the west side, and all
rehearsals begin at 6:30 PM. Call Linda Paul at 918.629.7259 to reserve
your seat and music for your first rehearsal!
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Join the first rehearsals on the following dates:
Soprano Section - November 12th
Full choir - November 19th
Hiatus until January 7th - then every Tuesday night through
the February 22nd Performance
PFLAG Tulsa Holiday Dinner
Friday, December 13th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Boot Camp
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Please join us for the annual PFLAG Tulsa Holiday
Potluck Dinner. PFLAG will provide the meat and drinks
and we encourage you to bring vegetable side dishes
and desserts. Friday, December 13th at 6:30 pm.
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
PFLAG
TULSACHA:
Gift Wrappers for PFLAG Needed
Book wrapping for billboards! Every year
between Thanksgiving and Christmas,
volunteers participate in wrapping books for
tips in Barnes & Noble at Southroads
Shopping Center in Tulsa, OK. Proceeds go
toward renting billboard space throughout
metro Tulsa during LGBT Pride month in
June. To volunteer, send your name and phone number
pflagtulsa@yahoo.com
Gender Outreach
to:
The Bible, Homosexuality and Catholicism
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
St Jerome Parish
of the Ecumenical Catholic Communion
205 West King St.
Tulsa, OK 74106
Experience real stories from people who have
wrestled with family, faith, ministry and relationships complicated by issues
of sexual orientation - stories of doubt, pain, healing and acceptance told
in a forum that is respectful and open to all. Roman Catholic teaching will
be reviewed, with a compassionate alternative perspective presented. The
documentary film "For the Bible Tells Me So" will also be shown.
Does much of the Church's homophobia come from a misreading of
scripture, a denial of science and an embrace of quack psychology? The
film calls for love, acceptance, and inclusion...
All are welcome. Doors will open at 9:15 am. Admission is Free.
Lunch will be provided. Call 918-582-3088 to RSVP or for more information.
Champagne and Chocolate Gala presented by
Living Arts
Saturday, November 16th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
November 20th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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Living Art Space
307 East Brady
LIVING~ARTS
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Living Arts of Tulsa presents the "19th
Annual
Champagne
and
Chocolate
Fundraising Gala" at the Living Art Space,
307 East Brady, in downtown Tulsa, featuring
the works of 100 of the best artists from
Oklahoma and beyond.
$35 advance or $40 at the door.
Saturday, November 16th, 2013
7:00 - 10:00 PM
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CHAMPAGNE
AND CHOCOLATE
For more information call 918.585.1234 or visit livingarts.org
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Yoga A - Z
6th Annual "Hearing Voices" Show
Saturday, November 27th, 2013
Tulsa Eagle
10:00 pm (21+ No Cover)
Come hear some of the best local vocalist and help start
off the Thanksgiving/Chanukah Holiday Season.
Partial Proceeds benefit - H.O.P.E. Testing
Resumes Nov. 22nd
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Don We Now Our "GAY" Apparel
The Pride Store is fully stocked with fabulous items
for your holiday decorations.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
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new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Things My Mother Should Have Told Me
Before I Had My Manhood Removed' by Rachel Love
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Experiences and perspectives on equality from a
first hand account. This book answers the question
"Are women really treated that much different than
men at work, home and in the bedroom"? This
account of my life as a transsexual will take the
sheets of this question.
RACHEL LOVE
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
M Journe1' from Richard to Rachel
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
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EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
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Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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eNews
November 20th, 2013
In This Issue
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EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice
Transgender Day of
Remembrance
Welcome to the eNews.
OkEq will serve a Thanksgiving meal on Thursday, November 28th, 2013
at Noon. RSVP today to Lucas.Green@OkEq.org or sign up on the
Facebook Event Page.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of November 20th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Dr. Ronald LaButti, DO, FAOAO
Tulsa Metro Basketball
Equality Business Alliance
Come Home for Thanksgiving
First Thursday Art Show
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Party
Fairy Tree
ACA Assistance
OUTlaw Legal Series
Hips-Knees-Shoulders
Foot/Ankle-Sports Medicine
Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
www.hipandkneedoc.com
6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
EBA Sponsor
RENT
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Tour
Gamily Christmas
Flapjack Fundraiser
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
In honor of their one year anniversary,
Rose Padgett and Michael Potts
have made a donation to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
FALALALA Ball
Sisters in Song
Sexuality Spectrum
PFLAG Holiday DInner
Gift Wrappers
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Find Us on Facebook
and are sponsoring the Equality Center
on the day of Saturday, November 23rd, 2013
Thank you and congrats, Rose and Michael!
Click here to commemorate a special day with
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
'Just Gender' Tulsa Premiere Screening
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Circle Cinema
10 South Lewis Ave
JUST
GENDER
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
November 21st, 7:00 pm
On Wednesday, November 20th, 2013 at 7:00
pm, Circle Cinema will host the Tulsa premiere
of the documentary film 'Just Gender". The
screening will cost $6.00 and the film
showcases the work of OkEq's Gender
Outreach program and features several local
transgender activists. Click here for online
ticket purchase. In honor of Transgender Day
of Remembrance, a candlelight vigil will be
held before the premiere at 7:00 pm. For more
information
on
'Just
Gender',
please
visit justgenderthefilm.com.
OkEq Art Exhibit
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
The November exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Micheal
Jones & Ethan Hopper
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The November Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, November
20th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Drillers at ONEOK Field, 201
N Elgin Ave. Please RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to
everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to
members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be
prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
ONEOK Field
201 N Elgin Ave
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Come Home for Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 28th, 2013; 12:00 pm
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) invites you to join us
on Thanksgiving day for a FREE community meal at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. Special music and
entertainment will accompany the meal.
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Please confirm your attendance by contacting:
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org or visit our Facebook Event Page
Local Affirming and Inclusive congregations and OkEq provide a
wonderful meal every year. The meal will be served at 12:00 pm.
Lunch provided by:
Unity Church of Christianity
Parish Church of Saint Jerome
Bethany Christian Church
College Hill Presbyterian Church
Fellowship Lutheran Church
All Souls Unitarian Church
St. Paul's United Methodist
Diversity Christian Fellowship International
Eastside Christian Church
Whole Foods Tulsa
Open Table, UCC
University United Methodist Church
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, December 5th, 2013; 6:00 pm
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
The December Oklahomans for Equality
showcase and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will feature the
works of Karen Lamb and Ann Shannon, in a
show titled "Wild by Nature" beginning with a
reception on Thursday, December 5th, 2013
from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013; 10:00 am
sage
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lcsb1tln, Bisexual
&. Tramgcndrr Eldrrs
SAGE Tulsa will host a Holiday party at on Tuesday,
December 3rd, 2013 at 10:00 am. Brunch will be
served.
Please email Lucas.Green@OkEq.org is you would
like to attend.
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
World AIDS Day Commemoration
Sunday, December 1st, 2013; 6:00 pm
Fellowship Congregational Church UCC
2900 South Harvard Ave., Tulsa, OK 74114
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Facebook Event Page
Please join in for Tulsa's World AIDS Day
commemoration. Please note that this is an interfaith
service of prayers, reflections, songs, and ritual. The
service will have a brief time to remember those who
have died as a result of HIV/AIDS infection, as well
as reflections from those living with HIV/AIDS and/or
helping to prevent further infection. There will be a
reception following the service.
Fairy Tree
The Fairy Tree is back and ready for you to stop by the
Equality Center to select a needy recipient. We adopt the
clients of Tulsa CARES that are in need of clothing and
other items. The suggested gift items are listed for your
shopping convenience. Tulsa CARES provides social
services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. Help us
support those in our community that are struggling to
survive. Gifts should be wrapped and returned by Dec.
15th.
Affordable Health Care Act Assistance
Tai Chi Class
Resumes November 17th
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable
Care Act, will be on hand at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00
pm. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers
in understanding the new programs, taking
advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most
affordable coverage that meets the consumer's
needs.
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, December 12th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions.
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
Grieving Well
The eNews for the week of November 20th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Massage Time
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
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Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
BTW presents: RENT School Edition!
November 22nd - 24th, 2013; 7:00 pm
1514 E Zion Street
Tulsa, OK 74106
The Booker T. Washington Foundation for
Excellence and BTW Hornet Musical Theatre is
proud to present a first for high school musical
theatre in Oklahoma, RENT School Edition! The
Pulitzer prize winning musical will open in the Ellis Walker Woods
Auditorium the week before Thanksgiving.
Preview: Tuesday 11-19-13 @ 6:30pm
Wednesday 11-20-13 @ 7:00 pm
Thursday 11-21-13 @ 7:00 pm
Friday 11-22-13 @ 7:00 pm
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Light Tour
Computer
Boot Camp
First Tuesday
(Dec 3rd) 3:00 - 5:00 pm
(Dec 14th)
Second Saturday
12:00 - 2:00 pm Class size
is limited. Contact
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
to attend.
Tuesday, December 17th, 2013; 5:30 pm
Please join the SAGE Tulsa group for the 1st Annual trolley Holiday Light
tour of Tulsa. SAGE Tulsa will head out on the town to tour the sights and
the lights of the Holiday season. A 2 hour tour of sightseeing from The Old
Urban Trolley with hot chocolate and Christmas carols in abundance. The
group will meet at The Garden Trug at 3009 E. 101st Street between 4:30
and 5:30 pm for a Holiday party before the trolley tour at 6:00 pm. Peole
who wish to carpool to the Garden Trug may meet at the Equality Center
by 4:00 pm. A small charge of $10 person for the tour. Don your "GAY"
apparel and sing a carol or two with friends and "FAMILY". RSVP to
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org.
sage ,
Service, and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexua l
& Tran,gender Elder,
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
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Facilitated by
John Madigan
sagew
3009 E. 101st Street
Tulsa, OK 74137
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
GAMILY Holiday Party
Sunday, December 15th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Gamily invites you to come eat, play and be
merry at Gamily's Holiday Party at the
Equality Center on Sunday, December 15th,
2013 from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. The main dish will
be provided by Oklahomans for Equality and
Gamily is asking each family to bring a
side dish or salad. RSVP on OkEq's Gamily Facebook or at
Gamily@OkEq.org.
Applebee's Flapjack Fundraiser for
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Saturday, November 23rd, 2013; 7:30 am
Swing Dance Class
Tuesdays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate (TOSS). No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker &
TOSS members.
Free for Members,
$5 for Non Members
Applebee's Neighborhood Grill
When: Saturday, November 23, 7:30 am - 10:00 am
Where: 9409 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK
Cost: $7.00 per person, also serving $3.00 Mimosas
All proceeds benefit Council Oak Men's Chorale
Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter Season
Tuesday, December 3rd and Friday, December 6th, 2013; 8:00 pm
CUN ll OAK MN S ~l:RA f PlfSf~IS
Tulsa Area
Prime Timers
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
CHEBIATIIG flFTHI HAR~ ~f ~~H[Rl~
15th Annual Winter Season
GABRIEL, COME BLOW YOUR HORN!
Self Defense Class
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Tuesday, December 3rd and Friday, December 6th, 2013
Lorton Performance Center - Gussman Concert Hall
Council Oak Mens Chorale's 15th winter season, entitled Gabriel, Blow
Your Horn! presented by the men of Council Oak Men's Chorale, with
guest artist Kyle Maxwell, trombone. The concert features holiday
seasonal music both traditional and popular, including All Through the
Night, Ave Maria (Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Little Drummer
Boy, Holly Jolly Christmas, Jingle Bells and more. Returning as guests to
conduct this concert will be former artistic directors Rick Fortner, Andre
Martin and Elizabeth Curtis.
Tickets are $20.00 available online or at the door. Visit
www.counciloak.org for additional information.
6th Annual Falalala Ball
Resumes November 12th
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Saturday, December 21st, 2013; 7:00 pm
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Don your gay apparel and join us for the 6th annual
Falalala Ball on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 at 7:00
PLEASE
pm. The nicely naughty evening will include live
DEFINE
entertainment, a fetish and tattoo fashion show, cash
NAUGHTY
bar and light hor d'oeuvres. Cause sometimes naughty
is nice. Please pull out your holiday dress and business
casual. Admission Price is one of the following: pet food
for A Friend for A Friend, personal toiletries for Our House Too, or non
perishable food items for St Jerome Church Food Pantry.
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Sisters in Song 'Hope Peace Joy'
Saturday, December 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Please join Sisters In Song for Hope Peace Joy
2013,
Featuring Artistic Team: Director and Harpist Linda
Barton Paul and Accompanist Kathryn Cox, with
special guest Pianist Teresa Petray. 7:00 pm
Saturday December 14th, 2013 at Fellowship
Congregational
Church
2900
S.
Harvard
Ave. Admission is $10, Children under 12 are free.
Find Sisters in Song on Facebook
www.facebook.com/SistersInSongTulsa
or email info@daao.us
The Sexuality Spectrum Opening Reception
Thursday, December 19th, 2013; 5:00 - 7:00 pm
Mindful Meditation
Wednesdays
6:00 pm
Feel free to join the class at
any point because it
doesn't take long to catch
up. Come and learn these
helpful meditation
techniques and practice
them with us.
Facilitated by
Gloria Galasso
The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Arts
2021 East 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74136
The Sexuality Spectrum offers a groundbreaking exploration of sexual
orientation through the creativity of over fifty international contemporary
artists. Artists including Judy Chicago, Joan Snyder, Arthur Tress, Archie
Rand, Albert Winn, Trix Rosen, Joan Roth and Mark Podwal explore a
broad range of subjects: the evolving social and religious attitudes toward
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sexuality; issues of alienation, marginalization, and inclusion; the impact
on the family, child-rearing, and life stages; violence and persecution;
AIDS/HIV; and the influence of the LGBTQI community on the Jewish and
larger world. jewishmuseum.net
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
PFLAG Tulsa Holiday Dinner
Friday, December 13th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Please join us for the annual PFLAG Tulsa Holiday
Potluck Dinner. PFLAG will provide the meat and drinks
and we encourage you to bring vegetable side dishes
and desserts. Friday, December 13th at 6:30 pm.
PFLAG
Gender Outreach
TULSA CHA
Gift Wrappers for PFLAG Needed
Book wrapping for billboards! Every year
between Thanksgiving and Christmas,
volunteers participate in wrapping books for
tips in Barnes & Noble at Southroads
Shopping Center in Tulsa, OK. Proceeds go
toward renting billboard space throughout
metro Tulsa during LGBT Pride month in
June. To volunteer, send your name and phone number
pflagtulsa@yahoo.com
to:
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Rainbow Writers
6th Annual "Hearing Voices" Show
Saturday, November 27th, 2013
Tulsa Eagle
10:00 pm (21+ No Cover)
Come hear some of the best local vocalist and help start
off the Thanksgiving/Chanukah Holiday Season.
Partial Proceeds benefit - H.O.P.E. Testing
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
December 4th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Equality Center Pride Store
Don We Now Our "GAY" Apparel
The Pride Store is fully stocked with fabulous items
for your holiday decorations.
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Yoga A - Z
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Note to Adam; One Mother's Struggle to Cope with Suicide and Her
Personal Journey to Find the Light' by Becky Kruse
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
"To be sure, I appear at times merry and in good
heart; talk, too, before others quite reasonably, and
it looks as if I felt, too, God knows how well within
my skin. Yet the soul maintains its deathly sleep
and the heart bleeds from a thousand wounds."
Hugo Wolf I could not improve upon these
sentiments from Mr. Wolf. Please help us spread
the word about suicide awareness, intervention and
prevention. Please, if you know someone who is
thinking of suicide, talk with them, seek help with
them. If you know someone who has been affected
by suicide, perhaps Adam's story will gently guide
them from despair to hope, from grief to grace. Take the time to learn the
warning signals. Every 15 minutes in the U.S someone dies by suicide.
Over 36,000 Americans takes their own lives each year. The number is
growing; let's reverse these statistics. Help us break the silence about
suicide, and end the stigma associated with it; we must stop the bleeding,
and mend some hearts. - Most sincere thanks, Adam's Mom
Resumes Nov. 22nd
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Saturday November 23rd is
International Survivors of Suicide Day
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
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Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
TU
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Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
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EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
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Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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eNews
November 27th, 2013
In This Issue
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EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice
Come Home for Thanksgiving
World AIDS Day
Welcome to the eNews.
Please join us for a Thanksgiving meal on Thursday, November 28th,
2013 at Noon. RSVP today to Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
- - - or sign up on the
Facebook Event Page.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Party
Tulsa Metro Basketball
First Thursday Art Show
Counseling Services
Fairy Tree
The eNews for the week of November 27th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Massage Time
Guys Dine Too
ACA Assistance
OUTlaw Legal Series
Gamily Christmas
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Tour
Equality Business Alliance
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Sisters in Song
FALALALA Ball
PFLAG Holiday DInner
Sexuality Spectrum
Gift Wrappers
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
"In memory of Floyd and all our partners and
friends who have left us too soon"
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Find Us on Facebook
Sol Smith has made a donation to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
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December 19th, 7:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
Floyd and Sol
and is sponsoring OkEq Programming and the Equality
Center
on Thanksgiving day, Thursday, November 28th, 2013
The November exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Micheal
Jones & Ethan Hopper
Click here to commemorate a special day with
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
Come Home for Thanksgiving
Thursday, November 28th, 2013; 12:00 pm
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) invites you to join us
on Thanksgiving day for a FREE community meal at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. Special music and
entertainment will accompany the meal.
Please confirm your attendance by contacting:
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org or visit our Facebook Event Page
Local Affirming and Inclusive congregations and OkEq provide a
wonderful meal every year. The meal will be served at 12:00 pm.
Lunch provided by:
Unity Church of Christianity
Parish Church of Saint Jerome
Bethany Christian Church
College Hill Presbyterian Church
Fellowship Lutheran Church
All Souls Unitarian Church
St. Paul's United Methodist
Diversity Christian Fellowship International
Eastside Christian Church
Open Table, UCC
University United Methodist Church
&
Whole Foods Tulsa
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
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World AIDS Day Commemoration
Sunday, December 1st, 2013; 6:00 pm
Fellowship Congregational Church UCC
2900 South Harvard Ave, Tulsa, OK 74114
Facebook Event Page
Please join in for Tulsa's World AIDS Day
commemoration. Please note that this is an interfaith
service of prayers, reflections, songs, and ritual. The
service will have a brief time to remember those who
have died as a result of HIV/AIDS infection, as well
as reflections from those living with HIV/AIDS and/or
helping to prevent further infection. There will be a
reception following the service.
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Party
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013; 10:00 am
sage
SC'rvices and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
&. TramgcndC'r Eldc>rs
SAGE Tulsa will host a Holiday party at on Tuesday,
December 3rd, 2013 at 10:00 am. Brunch will be
served.
Please email Lucas.Green@OkEq.org is you would
like to attend.
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:00 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
First Thursday Art Reception
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Thursday, December 5th, 2013; 6:00 pm
The December Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will feature the works of
Karen Lamb and Ann Shannon, in a show titled "Wild by Nature"
beginning with a reception on Thursday, December 5th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
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New Counseling Services
Sundays by appointment from 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Michal Maybello will be available by appointment on
Sundays from 12:00 - 6:00 pm for individual, youth,
adolescent and couples counseling on a sliding fee scale
based on income. Appointments are required. Contact
Michal
Maybello,
LPC
at
918.346.1918
or
Maybello@OkEq.org.
Fairy Tree
The Fairy Tree is back and ready for you to stop by the
Equality Center to select a needy recipient. We adopt the
clients of Tulsa CARES that are in need of clothing and
other items. The suggested gift items are listed for your
shopping convenience. Tulsa CARES provides social
services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. Help us
support those in our community that are struggling to
survive. Gifts should be wrapped and returned by Dec.
15th.
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, December 3rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
The December meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Mondo's Italian
Restaurant on Tuesday, December 3rd around 6:30 pm.
Mondo's Italian Restaurant is located at 3410 S Peoria
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
www.mondositalian.com
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
Affordable Care Act Assistance
Every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00 pm; Starts December 4th, 2013
Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable
Care Act, will be on hand at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00
pm. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers
in understanding the new programs, taking
advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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affordable coverage that meets the consumer's
needs.
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, December 12th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
GAMILY Holiday Party
Sunday, December 15th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Gamily invites you to come eat, play and be
merry at Gamily's Holiday Party at the
Equality Center on Sunday, December 15th,
2013 from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. The main dish will
be provided by Oklahomans for Equality and
Gamily is asking each family to bring a
side dish or salad. RSVP on OkEq's Gamily Facebook or at
Gamily@OkEq.org.
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Light Tour
Tuesday, December 17th, 2013; 5:30 pm
Please join the SAGE Tulsa group for the 1st Annual trolley Holiday Light
tour of Tulsa. SAGE Tulsa will head out on the town to tour the sights and
the lights of the Holiday season. A 2 hour tour of sightseeing from The Old
Urban Trolley with hot chocolate and Christmas carols in abundance. The
group will meet at The Garden Trug at 3009 E. 101st Street between 4:30
and 5:30 pm for a Holiday party before the trolley tour at 6:00 pm. People
who wish to carpool to the Garden Trug may meet at the Equality Center
by 4:00 pm. A small charge of $10 person for the tour. Don your "GAY"
apparel and sing a carol or two with friends and "FAMILY". RSVP to
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org.
Computer
Boot Camp
First Tuesday
(Dec 3rd) 3:00 - 5:00 pm
(Dec 14th)
Second Saturday
12:00 - 2:00 pm Class size
is limited. Contact
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
to attend.
SAGE Tulsa
Tr
nursery, florist & g1
3009 E. 101st Street
Tulsa, OK 74137
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
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Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
John Madigan
sage~
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
The December Monthly Mixer Meeting will be a Holiday party on
Wednesday, December 18th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, at Harwelden Mansion,
2210 S Main St. Please RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to
everyone on your friends list.
Harwelden Mansion
2210 S Main St
Swing Dance Class
Tuesdays
7:00 pm
CUN ll OAK MN S ~l:RA f Pl[Sf IS
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate (TOSS). No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker &
TOSS members.
Free for Members,
$5 for Non Members
CHEBIATIIG flFTHI HAR~ ~f ~~HlRl~
Tulsa Area
Prime Timers
Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter Season
Tuesday, December 3rd and Friday, December 6th, 2013; 8:00 pm
15th Annual Winter Season
GABRIEL, COME BLOW YOUR HORN!
Tuesday, December 3rd and Friday, December 6th, 2013
Lorton Performance Center - Gussman Concert Hall
Council Oak Mens Chorale's 15th winter season, entitled Gabriel, Blow
Your Horn! presented by the men of Council Oak Men's Chorale, with
guest artist Kyle Maxwell, trombone. The concert features holiday
seasonal music both traditional and popular, including All Through the
Night, Ave Maria (Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Little Drummer
Boy, Holly Jolly Christmas, Jingle Bells and more. Returning as guests to
conduct this concert will be former artistic directors Rick Fortner, Andre
Martin and Elizabeth Curtis.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Tickets are $20.00 available online or at the door. Visit
www.counciloak.org for additional information.
Sisters in Song 'Hope Peace Joy'
Saturday, December 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Self Defense Class
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Fellowship Congregational Church
2900 S. Harvard Ave
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Please join Sisters In Song for Hope Peace Joy 2013, featuring Artistic
Team: Director and Harpist Linda Barton Paul and Accompanist Kathryn
Cox, with special guest Pianist Teresa Petray. 7:00 pm Saturday
December 14th, 2013 at Fellowship Congregational Church 2900 S.
Harvard Ave. Admission is $10, Children under 12 are free.
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Mindful Meditation
Find Sisters in Song on Facebook
www.facebook.com/SistersInSongTulsa
or email info@daao.us
6th Annual Falalala Ball
Saturday, December 21st, 2013; 7:00 pm
Don your gay apparel and join us for the 6th annual
Falalala Ball on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 at 7:00
PLEASE
pm. The nicely naughty evening will include live
DEFINE
entertainment, a fetish and tattoo fashion show, cash
NAUGHTY.
bar and lite hor d'oeuvres. Cause sometimes naughty is
nice. Please pull out your holiday dress and gay
apparel.
Live Entertainment by Austyn King, Chasing Nadean, Parker Simon,
Serious Stanley and Mindy Bartlett.
Wednesdays
6:00 pm
Feel free to join the class at
any point because it
doesn't take long to catch
up. Come and learn these
helpful meditation
techniques and practice
them with us.
Facilitated by
Gloria Galasso
Admission Price is one of the following: pet food for A Friend for A Friend,
personal toiletries for Our House Too, or non perishable food items for St
Jerome Church Food Pantry.
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Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
PFLAG Tulsa Holiday Dinner
Friday, December 13th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Please join us for the annual PFLAG Tulsa Holiday
Potluck Dinner. PFLAG will provide the meat and drinks
and we encourage you to bring vegetable side dishes
and desserts. Friday, December 13th at 6:30 pm.
PFLAG
TULSA CH
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The Sexuality Spectrum Opening Reception
Thursday, December 19th, 2013; 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Arts
2021 East 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74136
The Sexuality Spectrum offers a groundbreaking exploration of sexual
orientation through the creativity of over fifty international contemporary
artists. Artists including Judy Chicago, Joan Snyder, Arthur Tress, Archie
Rand, Albert Winn, Trix Rosen, Joan Roth and Mark Podwal explore a
broad range of subjects: the evolving social and religious attitudes toward
sexuality; issues of alienation, marginalization, and inclusion; the impact
on the family, child-rearing, and life stages; violence and persecution;
AIDS/HIV; and the influence of the LGBTQI community on the Jewish and
larger world. jewishmuseum.net
Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
December 4th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
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Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Gift Wrappers for PFLAG Needed
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
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Book wrapping for billboards! Every year
between Thanksgiving and Christmas,
volunteers participate in wrapping books for
tips in Barnes & Noble at Southroads
Shopping Center in Tulsa, OK. Proceeds go
toward renting billboard space throughout
metro Tulsa during LGBT Pride month in
June. To volunteer, send your name and phone number
pflagtulsa@yahoo.com
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
to:
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Yoga A - Z
6th Annual "Hearing Voices" Show
Wednesday, November 27th, 2013
Tulsa Eagle
10:00 pm (21+ No Cover)
Come hear some of the best local vocalist and help start
off the Thanksgiving/Chanukah Holiday Season.
Partial Proceeds benefit - H.O.P.E. Testing
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Resumes Nov. 22nd
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Equality Center Pride Store
Don We Now Our "GAY" Apparel
The Pride Store is fully stocked with fabulous items
for your holiday decorations.
Game Night
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Bird of Paradise' by G.J. Paterson
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
"Our lives are lived between madness and secrets."
The year is 1978. Arena rock is at its peak, and
British rock band Leviathon is at the top of the
charts. Carys Sterling, the daughter of Leviathon's
lead singer, Allyn Sterling, is kidnapped. LAPD
Missing Persons' partners for seven years,
Sergeant Paul Taglia and Lieutenant Jeff Kincaid
must struggle with an unexpected change in their
own relationship while searching for clues to the
whereabouts of the missing girl. They soon discover
Sterling and his guitarist are men with secrets. Was
the girl kidnapped for the ransom she can
command, or is Allyn's past coming back to haunt him? Together in the
quest for Carys Sterling, the four men must confront ten years of sex,
drugs and lies in order to discover the reality of love, trust and mortality.
"Our secrets make us who we are."
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
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services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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Executive Director
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eNews
December 4th, 2013
In This Issue
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EBA Sponsor
FALALALA Ball
Fairy Tree
First Thursday Art Show
Welcome to the eNews.
Please join us for a Thanksgiving meal on Thursday, November 28th,
2013 at Noon. RSVP today to Lucas.Green@OkEq.org or sign up on the
Facebook Event Page.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Tulsa Metro Basketball
Inclement Weather Policy
ACA Assistance
Counseling Services
OUTlaw Legal Series
The eNews for the week of December 4th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Dr. Ronald LaButti, DO, FAOAO
Gamily Christmas
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Tour
EBA Sponsor
Hips-Knees-Shoulders
Foot/Ankle-Sports Medicine
Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
www.hipandkneedoc.com
6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
Equality Business Alliance
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Sisters in Song
Clean and Sober Party
PFLAG Holiday DInner
Sexuality Spectrum
6th Annual Falalala Ball
Gift Wrappers
Saturday, December 21st, 2013; 7:00 pm
Tulsa Pride 2014
Don your gay apparel and join us for the 6th annual
Falalala Ball on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 at 7:00
PLEASE
pm. The nicely naughty evening will include live
DEFINE
entertainment, a fetish and tattoo fashion show, cash
NAUGHTY.
bar and lite hor d'oeuvres. Cause sometimes naughty is
nice. Please pull out your holiday dress and gay
apparel.
Live Entertainment by Austyn King, Chasing Nadean, Parker Simon,
Serious Stanley and Mindy Bartlett.
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
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Find Us on Facebook
Admission Price is one of the following: pet food for A Friend for A Friend,
personal toiletries for Our House Too, or non perishable food items for St
Jerome Church Food Pantry.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
December 19th, 7:00 pm
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OkEq Art Exhibit
The December exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Karen Lamb
& Ann Shannon
Fairy Tree
The Fairy Tree is back and ready for you to stop by the
Equality Center to select a needy recipient. We adopt the
clients of Tulsa CARES that are in need of clothing and
other items. The suggested gift items are listed for your
shopping convenience. Tulsa CARES provides social
services to individuals affected by HIV/AIDS. Help us
support those in our community that are struggling to
survive. Gifts should be wrapped and returned by Dec.
15th.
First Thursday Art Reception
Counseling Services
Thursday, December 5th, 2013; 6:00 pm
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
The December Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will feature the works of
Karen Lamb and Ann Shannon, in a show titled "Wild by Nature"
beginning with a reception on Thursday, December 5th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
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Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
Inclement Weather Policy
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In the event of inclement weather you may need to confirm that special
events and regularly scheduled programming at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center have not been canceled due to poor road conditions or
winter weather advisories.
Please contact the Equality Center by calling 918-743-4297 or check the
OkEq website: www.okeq.org or OkEq on Facebook.
Toby Jenkins, Executive Director of Oklahomans for Equality, will contact
the local media so we can be included in the posted weather-related
closings. Info will also be posted on Facebook.
Affordable Care Act Assistance
Every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable
Care Act, will be on hand at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00
pm. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers
in understanding the new programs, taking
advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most
affordable coverage that meets the consumer's
needs.
New Counseling Services
Sundays by appointment from 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Michal Maybello will be available by appointment on
Sundays from 12:00 - 6:00 pm for individual, youth,
adolescent and couples counseling on a sliding fee scale
based on income. Appointments are required. Contact
Michal
Maybello,
LPC
at
918.346.1918
or
Maybello@OkEq.org.
OUTlaw Legal Series
Thursday, December 12th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal
Series on the 2nd Thursday of every
month. Facilitators Conor Cleary,
Esq and Jason McVicker, Esq will
lead the topical discussions on
today's top legal issues in the LGBT
community and help to answer your
legal questions.
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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GAMILY Holiday Party
Sunday, December 15th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Gamily invites you to come eat, play and be
merry at Gamily's Holiday Party at the
Equality Center on Sunday, December 15th,
2013 from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. The main dish will
be provided by Oklahomans for Equality and
Gamily is asking each family to bring a
side dish or salad. RSVP on OkEq's Gamily Facebook or at
Gamily@OkEq.org.
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Light Tour
Tuesday, December 17th, 2013; 5:30 pm
Please join the SAGE Tulsa group for the 1st Annual trolley Holiday Light
tour of Tulsa. SAGE Tulsa will head out on the town to tour the sights and
the lights of the Holiday season. A 2 hour tour of sightseeing from The Old
Urban Trolley with hot chocolate and Christmas carols in abundance. The
group will meet at The Garden Trug at 3009 E. 101st Street between 4:30
and 5:30 pm for a Holiday party before the trolley tour at 6:00 pm. People
who wish to carpool to the Garden Trug may meet at the Equality Center
by 4:00 pm. A small charge of $10 person for the tour. Don your "GAY"
apparel and sing a carol or two with friends and "FAMILY". RSVP to
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org.
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Services and Advocilcy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexua l
& Transgendcr Elders
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
3009 E. 101st Street
Tulsa, OK 74137
The eNews for the week of December 4th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Massage Time
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The December Monthly Mixer Meeting will be a Holiday party on
Wednesday, December 18th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, at Harwelden Mansion,
2210 S Main St. Please RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to
everyone on your friends list.
Harwelden Mansion
2210 S Main St
Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter Season
Computer
Boot Camp
First Tuesday
(Jan 7th) 3:00 - 5:00 pm
(Dec 14th)
Second Saturday
12:00 - 2:00 pm Class size
is limited. Contact
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
to attend.
Friday, December 6th, 2013; 8:00 pm
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GABRIEL, COME BLOW YOUR HORN!
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
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Friday, December 6th, 2013 - 8:00 pm
Lorton Performance Center - Gussman Concert Hall
Council Oak Mens Chorale's 15th winter season, entitled Gabriel, Blow
Your Horn! presented by the men of Council Oak Men's Chorale, with
guest artist Kyle Maxwell, trombone. The concert features holiday
seasonal music both traditional and popular, including All Through the
Night, Ave Maria (Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen, Little Drummer
Boy, Holly Jolly Christmas, Jingle Bells and more. Returning as guests to
conduct this concert will be former artistic directors Rick Fortner, Andre
Martin and Elizabeth Curtis.
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate (TOSS). No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker &
TOSS members.
Free for Members,
$5 for Non Members
Sisters in Song 'Hope Peace Joy'
Saturday, December 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
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December 14th, 2013 at Fellowship Congregational Church 2900 S.
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mature minded Gay and
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over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
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Self Defense Class
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Clean and Sober NEW YEAR'S EVE Party
Tuesday, December 31st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
This is an Alcohol & Drug Free Event
18 and over
Free Admission but cash donations accepted
Join us at the Equality Center for a clean and sober journey into a high
energy dance party with DJ, live entertainment and warm conversations.
Light hors d'ouveres will be served along with non-alcohol punch. Ring in
the New Year and join us to watch the Blue Dome District fireworks and
New Year's Countdown.
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
PFLAG Tulsa Holiday Dinner
Open AA Group
Friday, December 13th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Please join us for the annual PFLAG Tulsa Holiday
Potluck Dinner. PFLAG will provide the meat and drinks
and we encourage you to bring vegetable side dishes
and desserts. Friday, December 13th at 6:30 pm.
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
PFLAG
TUUACHA
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
The Sexuality Spectrum Opening Reception
Thursday, December 19th, 2013; 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Arts
2021 East 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74136
The Sexuality Spectrum offers a groundbreaking exploration of sexual
orientation through the creativity of over fifty international contemporary
artists. Artists including Judy Chicago, Joan Snyder, Arthur Tress, Archie
Rand, Albert Winn, Trix Rosen, Joan Roth and Mark Podwal explore a
broad range of subjects: the evolving social and religious attitudes toward
sexuality; issues of alienation, marginalization, and inclusion; the impact
on the family, child-rearing, and life stages; violence and persecution;
AIDS/HIV; and the influence of the LGBTQI community on the Jewish and
larger world. jewishmuseum.net
Mindful Meditation
Wednesdays
6:00 pm
Feel free to join the class at
any point because it
doesn't take long to catch
up. Come and learn these
helpful meditation
techniques and practice
them with us.
Facilitated by
Gloria Galasso
Gift Wrappers for PFLAG Needed
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Book wrapping for billboards! Every year
between Thanksgiving and Christmas,
volunteers participate in wrapping books for
tips in Barnes & Noble at Southroads
Shopping Center in Tulsa, OK. Proceeds go
toward renting billboard space throughout
metro Tulsa during LGBT Pride month in
June. To volunteer, send your name and phone number
pflagtulsa@yahoo.com
Boot Camp
to:
Tulsa Pride 2014
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Main Stage Entertainer Submissions
The Tulsa Pride committee is now accepting applications for Live Musical
Acts and Drag Kings and Queens Entertainers for the Main Stage at Tulsa
Pride 2014. Get your applications in by January 1st, 2014! Click here to
submit!
CAWNGDRAG
KINGS AND QUEENS!
Do You Want To
Petform @Tulsa
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Pride 2014?
Sign up at
www.tuIsapride.org
to be considered!
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Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Rainbow Writers
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
December 4th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Empress VI Cougar Anne Savon-Ewing Wiley
and the Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
cordially invites you to join
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
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for the finals of the 2013 Holigay pageants
with the
"Mr & Miss Holigay 2013 Pageant"
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Friday, December 6, 2013 -10:00 pm @ TNT's (NO COVER 21+ only)
For more information, contact impcourt@gmail.com
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Don We Now Our "GAY" Apparel
The Pride Store is fully stocked with fabulous items
for your holiday decorations.
Yoga A - Z
Resumes Nov. 22nd
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Different Rainbows' edited by Peter Drucker
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
A pioneering collection of essays which give a
sample of some of the most interesting work being
done on the lesbian and gay movements in various
third world countries including Brazil, Mexico,
Kenya, India and China. The eleven essays are
edited by Peter Drucker, a well-respected academic
in the field of gay and lesbian studies. Contributors
include Dennis Altman, Margaret Randall and Mark
Gevisser.
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A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
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Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
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services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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Welcome to the eNews.
Join us this Friday, December 13th, 2013 at 6:30 pm for the PFLAG
Holiday Potluck dinner. PFLAG Holiday Potluck on Facebook
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of December 11th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Massage Time
December 11th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
First Thursday Art Show
PFLAG Holiday DInner
Gamily Christmas
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Tour
Sisters in Song
FALALALA Ball
Tulsa Metro Basketball
ACA Assistance
Counseling Services
Wedding Announcement
Equality Business Alliance
Clean and Sober Party
Sexuality Spectrum
Gift Wrappers
Maybe Baby
East Village Meet
MLK Jr Parade
Tulsa Pride 2014
Imperial Court
Inclement Weather Policy
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, December 12th, 2013; 6:00 pm
The December Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local
artists at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will feature the works of
Karen Lamb and Ann Shannon, in a show titled "Wild by Nature"
beginning with a reception on Thursday, December 12th, 2013 from 6:00 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
PFLAG Tulsa Holiday Dinner
Friday, December 13th, 2013; 6:30 pm
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Please join us for the annual PFLAG Tulsa Holiday
Potluck Dinner. PFLAG will provide the meat and drinks
and we encourage you to bring vegetable side dishes
and desserts. Friday, December 13th at 6:30 pm.
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GAMILY Holiday Party
Sunday, December 15th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Gamily invites you to come eat, play and be
merry at Gamily's Holiday Party at the
Equality Center on Sunday, December 15th,
2013 from 2:00 - 6:00 pm. The main dish will
be provided by Oklahomans for Equality and
Gamily is asking each family to bring a
side dish or salad. RSVP on OkEq's Gamily Facebook or at
Gamily@OkEq.org.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The December exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Karen Lamb
& Ann Shannon
SAGE Tulsa Holiday Light Tour
Tuesday, December 17th, 2013; 5:30 pm
Please join the SAGE Tulsa group for the 1st Annual trolley Holiday Light
tour of Tulsa. SAGE Tulsa will head out on the town to tour the sights and
the lights of the Holiday season. A 2 hour tour of sightseeing from The Old
Urban Trolley with hot chocolate and Christmas carols in abundance. The
group will meet at The Garden Trug at 3009 E. 101st Street between 4:30
and 5:30 pm for a Holiday party before the trolley tour at 6:00 pm. People
who wish to carpool to the Garden Trug may meet at the Equality Center
by 4:00 pm. A small charge of $10 person for the tour. Don your "GAY"
apparel and sing a carol or two with friends and "FAMILY". RSVP to
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org.
sage
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Tr
nursery, orist & g1fl
Counseling Services
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
3009 E. 101st Street
Tulsa, OK 74137
Sisters in Song 'Hope Peace Joy'
Saturday, December 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Fellowship Congregational Church
2900 S. Harvard Ave
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Counseling Services
Please join Sisters In Song for Hope Peace Joy 2013, featuring Artistic
Team: Director and Harpist Linda Barton Paul and Accompanist Kathryn
Cox, with special guest Pianist Teresa Petray. 7:00 pm Saturday
December 14th, 2013 at Fellowship Congregational Church 2900 S.
Harvard Ave. Admission is $10, Children under 12 are free.
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Find Sisters in Song on Facebook
www.facebook.com/SistersInSongTulsa
or email info@daao.us
Counseling Services
6th Annual Falalala Ball
Saturday, December 21st, 2013; 7:00 pm
Don your gay apparel and join us for the 6th annual
Falalala Ball on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 at 7:00
PLEASE
pm. The nicely naughty evening will include live
DEFINE
entertainment, a fetish and tattoo fashion show, cash
NAUGHTY.
bar and lite hor d'oeuvres. Cause sometimes naughty is
nice. Please pull out your holiday dress and gay
apparel.
Live Entertainment by Austyn King, Chasing Nadean, Parker Simon,
Serious Stanley and Mindy Bartlett.
Admission Price is one of the following: pet food for A Friend for A Friend,
personal toiletries for Our House Too, or non perishable food items for St
Jerome Church Food Pantry.
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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Tai Chi Class
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee.
Games are played at the Charles Schusterman Jewish
Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK. Daryn
Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please
contact Basketball@OkEq.org.
Affordable Care Act Assistance
Every Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable
Care Act, will be on hand at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00
pm. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers
in understanding the new programs, taking
advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most
affordable coverage that meets the consumer's
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
needs.
New Counseling Services
Sundays by appointment from 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Michal Maybello will be available by appointment on
Sundays from 12:00 - 6:00 pm for individual, youth,
adolescent and couples counseling on a sliding fee scale
based on income. Appointments are required. Contact
Michal
Maybello,
LPC
at
918.346.1918
or
Maybello@OkEq.org.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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Wedding Announcement
Congratulations from Oklahomans for Equality
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Breck Muller and Kristina Giustozzi were married on October 1st, 2013 in
Waterbury, Vermont on the beautiful grounds of Moose Meadow Lodge.
Justice of the Peace, Greg Trulson officiated the ceremony.
Computer
Boot Camp
First Tuesday
(Jan 7th) 3:00 - 5:00 pm
(Dec 14th)
Second Saturday
12:00 - 2:00 pm Class size
is limited. Contact
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
to attend.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The December Monthly Mixer Meeting will be a Holiday party on
Wednesday, December 18th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, at Harwelden Mansion,
2210 S Main St. Please RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to
everyone on your friends list.
Harwelden Mansion
2210 S Main St
Clean and Sober NEW YEAR'S EVE Party
SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
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Tuesday, December 31st, 2013; 8:00 pm
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
This is an Alcohol & Drug Free Event
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
18 and over
Free Admission but cash donations accepted
Join us at the Equality Center for a clean and sober journey into a high
energy dance party with DJ, live entertainment and warm conversations.
Light hors d'ouveres will be served along with non-alcohol punch. Ring in
the New Year and join us to watch the Blue Dome District fireworks and
New Year's Countdown.
The Sexuality Spectrum Opening Reception
Thursday, December 19th, 2013; 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Arts
2021 East 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74136
The Sexuality Spectrum offers a groundbreaking exploration of sexual
orientation through the creativity of over fifty international contemporary
artists. Artists including Judy Chicago, Joan Snyder, Arthur Tress, Archie
Rand, Albert Winn, Trix Rosen, Joan Roth and Mark Podwal explore a
broad range of subjects: the evolving social and religious attitudes toward
sexuality; issues of alienation, marginalization, and inclusion; the impact
on the family, child-rearing, and life stages; violence and persecution;
AIDS/HIV; and the influence of the LGBTQI community on the Jewish and
larger world. jewishmuseum.net
Swing Dance Class
Tuesdays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate (TOSS). No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker &
TOSS members.
Free for Members,
$5 for Non Members
Tulsa Area
Prime Timers
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Gift Wrappers for PFLAG Needed
Book wrapping for billboards! Every year
between Thanksgiving and Christmas,
volunteers participate in wrapping books for
tips in Barnes & Noble at Southroads
Shopping Center in Tulsa, OK. Proceeds go
toward renting billboard space throughout
metro Tulsa during LGBT Pride month in
June. To volunteer, send your name and phone number
pflagtulsa@yahoo.com
Maybe Baby?
Saturday, January 11th, 2013; 1:00 - 4:00 pm
to:
Self Defense Class
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Is your biological clock ticking? Spring will soon be
here. Are you thinking, maybe baby? What
changes will this bring other than diapers? That
romantic dinner for two is now a play date for three
in the park. Trade in your night cap for a bottle of
warm milk and a burp rag. Need a babysitter? Good luck. Family and
Children Services will be giving you the 411 on things to think about before
having a baby. This is a free workshop, but we do ask that you RSVP
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
East Village District Meeting
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Tuesday, January 14th, 2013; 5:30 pm
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Keep up with the development of the "Sunny Side of
Downtown". The East Village District of Tulsa will have
a meeting at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on
Tuesday, January 14th at 5:30 pm.
2014 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Celebration
& Parade
Monday, january 20th, 2013; 11:00 am
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
John Hope Franklin & Cincinnati
51 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stated, "I have a dream that my
four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged
by the color of their skin but by the content of their character". Well, a new
dream is that some day our children will not be judged for who they love or
the make up of their family. This is a day to recognize equality and unity.
GAMILY will be walking as a family in the parade and carrying posters.
The plan is to meet at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center by 10:00 am
and then carpool to the parade. After the parade, we will be eating as a
family; enjoying a meal back at the Equality Center. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org to be a part of this wonderful gathering.
Mindful Meditation
Wednesdays
6:00 pm
Feel free to join the class at
any point because it
doesn't take long to catch
up. Come and learn these
helpful meditation
techniques and practice
them with us.
Facilitated by
Gloria Galasso
Tulsa Pride 2014
Main Stage Entertainer Submissions
The Tulsa Pride committee is now accepting applications for Live Musical
Acts and Drag Kings and Queens Entertainers for the Main Stage at Tulsa
Pride 2014. Get your applications in by January 1st, 2014! Click here to
submit!
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KINGS AND QUEENS!
DoYouWantTo
Petform @Tulsa
Pride 2014?
Sign up at
www.tuIsapride.org
to be considered!
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Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Upcoming Events
Rainbow Writers
Join the
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
for the
Fire and Ice Ball
9:30 pm December 13th, 2013 @ Club Majestic
18 to Enter / 21+ to Drink Cover Charge
Spot Light Performances, 50/50 Raffle
For more information, contact impcourt@gmail.com
www.impcourtok.webs.com
Inclement Weather Policy
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In the event of inclement weather you may need to confirm that special
events and regularly scheduled programming at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center have not been canceled due to poor road conditions or
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
December 18th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
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winter weather advisories.
Please contact the Equality Center by calling 918-743-4297 or check the
OkEq website: www.okeq.org or OkEq on Facebook.
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old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Toby Jenkins, Executive Director of Oklahomans for Equality, will contact
the local media so we can be included in the posted weather-related
closings. Info will also be posted on Facebook.
Equality Center Pride Store
Don We Now Our "GAY" Apparel
The Pride Store is fully stocked with fabulous items
for your holiday decorations.
Yoga A - Z
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
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Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Immaculate Connection' by Michelle Sawyer
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Readers asked for it, and now Macy Delongchamp,
our favorite Manhattan lipstick lesbian, returns for
another wild, wicked adventure, only to discover
that commitment to your one true love isn't a walk
off into the sunset. Mayhem ensues as highstrung
Macy is faced with parenthood, sobriety, and life as
a California girl!
IMMACULAT
CONNECTIO
Check for this selection and more by visiting our
library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
a
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
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A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
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services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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Executive Director
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December 19th, 2013
In This Issue
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Sexuality Spectrum
Welcome to the eNews.
Join us this Saturday, December 21st, 2013 at 7:0 pm for the Annual
Falalala Ball.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of December 18th, 2013 is brought to you by
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Maybe Baby
Tulsa Pride 2014
East Village Meet
MLK Jr Parade
2013 Holiday Schedule
6th Annual Falalala Ball
Saturday, December 21st, 2013; 7:00 pm
Don your gay apparel and join us for the 6th annual
Falalala Ball on Saturday, December 21st, 2013 at 7:00
PLEASE
pm. The nicely naughty evening will include live
DEFINE
entertainment, a fetish and tattoo fashion show, cash
NAUGHTY.
bar and lite hor d'oeuvres. Cause sometimes naughty is
nice. Please pull out your holiday dress and gay
apparel.
Live Entertainment by Austyn King, Chasing Nadean, Parker Simon,
Serious Stanley and Mindy Bartlett.
Inclement Weather Policy
Pride Store
Featured Article
Find Us on Facebook
Admission Price is one of the following: pet food for A Friend for A Friend,
personal toiletries for Our House Too, or non perishable food items for St
Jerome Church Food Pantry.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
December 19th, 7:00 pm
4/23/26, 11:35 AM
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OkEq Art Exhibit
The December exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Karen Lamb
& Ann Shannon
~Oklahomans For Equality
Happy Holidays
Counseling Services
Equality Center Holiday Hours
For the days of December 25th, 2013 - January 1st, 2014, the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center will be open from 3 - 9 pm, including Christmas and
New Year's Day. Many OkEq programs will be on hiatus that week. Be
sure to check the calendar on the OkEq website or call 918.743.4297 to
check on programming times.
The Sexuality Spectrum Opening Reception
Thursday, December 19th, 2013; 5:00 - 7:00 pm
The Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Arts
2021 East 71st St
Tulsa, OK 74136
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
The Sexuality Spectrum offers a groundbreaking exploration of sexual
orientation through the creativity of over fifty international contemporary
artists. Artists including Judy Chicago, Joan Snyder, Arthur Tress, Archie
Rand, Albert Winn, Trix Rosen, Joan Roth and Mark Podwal explore a
broad range of subjects: the evolving social and religious attitudes toward
sexuality; issues of alienation, marginalization, and inclusion; the impact
on the family, child-rearing, and life stages; violence and persecution;
AIDS/HIV; and the influence of the LGBTQI community on the Jewish and
larger world. jewishmuseum.net
Counseling Services
4/23/26, 11:35 AM
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Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
Winter Season is December through February
There will be no basketball for the next two weeks
due to Christmas and New Years. Tulsa Metro
Basketball is still looking to get more teams, so if
anyone would still like to play, please sign up as
soon as you can.
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the Equality Sports
Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee. Games are played at the Charles
Schusterman Jewish Community Center at 2021 E 71st St, Tulsa, OK.
Daryn Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball season. For
more
information
about
the
league,
please
contact
Basketball@OkEq.org.
Clean and Sober NEW YEAR'S EVE Party
Tuesday, December 31st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
This is an Alcohol & Drug Free Event
18 and over
Counseling Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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Free Admission but cash donations accepted
Join us at the Equality Center for a clean and sober journey into a high
energy dance party with DJ, live entertainment and warm conversations.
Light hors d'ouveres will be served along with non-alcohol punch. Ring in
the New Year and join us to watch the Blue Dome District fireworks and
New Year's Countdown.
First Thursday Art Gallery Reception
Thursday, January 2nd, 2014; 6:00 pm
The January Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local artists
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will feature the works of Christiana
Prado in a show beginning with a reception on Thursday, January 2nd,
2014 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
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movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
SOS Group
Affordable Care Act Assistance
Every Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable
Care Act, will be on hand at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every Wednesday from 1:00 - 5:00
pm. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers
in understanding the new programs, taking
advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most
affordable coverage that meets the consumer's
needs.
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
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New Counseling Services
Sundays by appointment from 12:00 - 6:00 pm
Michal Maybello will be available by appointment on
Sundays from 12:00 - 6:00 pm for individual, youth,
adolescent and couples counseling on a sliding fee scale
based on income. Appointments are required. Contact
Michal
Maybello,
LPC
at
918.346.1918
or
Maybello@OkEq.org.
The eNews for the week of December 18th, 2013 is brought to you by
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Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Tuesdays Starting in
January 2014!
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
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Computer
Boot Camp
2013 Year End Request
From OkEq Executive Director, Toby Jenkins
I want to thank you for your help in 2013. And as we close out the year,
would you please consider making one more gift to
Oklahomans for Equality. You may donate online here or
mail your check to:
OkEq
P.O. Box 2687
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74101
Please, will you help us again?
First Tuesday
(Jan 7th) 3:00 - 5:00 pm
(Dec 14th)
Second Saturday
12:00 - 2:00 pm Class size
is limited. Contact
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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SAGE Tulsa
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
You may also click here to commemorate a special day with
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
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Gift Wrappers for PFLAG Needed
Book wrapping for billboards! Every year
between Thanksgiving and Christmas,
volunteers participate in wrapping books for
tips in Barnes & Noble at Southroads
Shopping Center in Tulsa, OK. Proceeds go
toward renting billboard space throughout
metro Tulsa during LGBT Pride month in
June. To volunteer, send your name and phone number
pflagtulsa@yahoo.com
Tulsa Area
Prime Timers
to:
Maybe Baby?
Saturday, January 11th, 2014; 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Is your biological clock ticking? Spring will soon be
here. Are you thinking, maybe baby? What
changes will this bring other than diapers? That
romantic dinner for two is now a play date for three
in the park. Trade in your night cap for a bottle of
warm milk and a burp rag. Need a babysitter? Good luck. Family and
Children Services will be giving you the 411 on things to think about before
having a baby. This is a free workshop, but we do ask that you RSVP
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Tulsa Pride 2014
Main Stage Entertainer Submissions
Self Defense Class
The Tulsa Pride committee is now accepting applications for Live Musical
Acts and Drag Kings and Queens Entertainers for the Main Stage at Tulsa
Pride 2014. Get your applications in by January 1st, 2014! Click here to
submit!
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Boot Camp
4/23/26, 11:35 AM
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East Village District Meeting
Tuesday, January 14th, 2014; 5:30 pm
east
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downtown
Keep up with the development of the "Sunny Side of
Downtown". The East Village District of Tulsa will have
a meeting at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on
Tuesday, January 14th at 5:30 pm.
2014 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Celebration
& Parade
Monday, january 20th, 2014; 11:00 am
John Hope Franklin & Cincinnati
51 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stated, "I have a dream that my
four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged
by the color of their skin but by the content of their character". Well, a new
dream is that some day our children will not be judged for who they love or
the make up of their family. This is a day to recognize equality and unity.
GAMILY will be walking as a family in the parade and carrying posters.
The plan is to meet at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center by 10:00 am
and then carpool to the parade. After the parade, we will be eating as a
family; enjoying a meal back at the Equality Center. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org to be a part of this wonderful gathering.
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Rainbow Writers
2013 Holiday Schedule for our Affirming,
Inclusive and Welcoming Faith Communities
Congregation B'nai Emunah
1719 South Owasso
Tulsa, OK 74120
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Temple Israel
2004 East 22nd Place
Tulsa, OK 74114
Christmas Services
All Souls Unitarian Church
2952 South Peoria Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74114
Dec 24, 4:30 pm 6 pm & 7:30 pm Candlelight service
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Thursdays starting in
January 2014
12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
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Bethany Christian Church
6730 South Sheridan Road
Tulsa, OK 74133
Dec 24, 7 pm
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church
1301 S Boston Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74119
Dec 24, 2 pm Children's Service of the Bells
4 pm & 6 pm Candlelight Worship Services
11 pm Candlelight Communion Service
Christ Church Episcopal
10901 South Yale Ave
Tulsa, OK 74137
Dec 24, 5:30 pm & 10:30 pm Candlelight Service
Dec 25, 10 am Holy Communion
College Hill Presbyterian Church
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
712 South Columbia Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74104
Dec 24, 7:30 pm Family and Candlelight Service
Diversity Christian Fellowship International
627 South 131st East Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74108
Dec 22, 11 am Children's Christmas Program
Dec 24, 3 pm at Dennis R Neill Equality Center; Service and Meal to the
homeless. Gifts of gloves and clothes will be distributed.
The Episcopal Church of The Redeemer
213 North Seminole Ave.
Okmulgee, OK 74447
Dec 24, 7 pm Christ Mass with reception to follow
Fellowship Congregational Church UCC
2900 South Harvard
Tulsa, OK 74114
Dec 24, 7 pm Christmas Eve Service
Yoga A - Z
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Fellowship Lutheran Church ELCA
6727 South Sheridan Road
Tulsa, OK 74133
Dec 24, 4 pm, 6 pm & 8 pm
Hope Unitarian
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
8432 South Sheridan Road
Tulsa, OK 74133
Dec 24, 6 pm Candlelight Service
John Calvin Presbyterian Church
8181 East 31st Street
Tulsa, OK 74145
Dec 24, 5:30 pm Candlelight Communion
Open Table UCC
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6540 N 131st E Ave
Owasso, OK 74055
Dec 24, 5:30 pm Candlelight Communion
Parish Church of St Jerome
205 West King
Tulsa, OK 74106
Dec 24, Celebration of Midnight Mass
10 pm Reception
11 pm Holy Eucharist
Prince of Peace Lutheran
2330 North Quaker Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74106
Dec 24, 7 pm Candlelight Chorale service with Holy Communion
St Dunstan's Episcopal Church
5635 East 71st Street
Tulsa, OK 74136
Dec 24, 7 pm Choral Holy Eucharist
10:30 pm Carols for the Christ Child
11 pm Festival Choral Holy Eucharist
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
St Paul's United Methodist Church
1442 South Quaker Avenue
(one block east of Peoria on 15th Street)
Tulsa, OK 74120
Dec 24, 7 pm Candlelight Worship & Communion
Trinity Episcopal Church
501 South Cincinnati Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74103
Dec 24, 5 pm Christmas Pageant and Eucharist Rite II
8:30 pm Anthems and Carols sung by the Trinity Choir
9 pm Eucharist Rite II, lighting of candles
10:30 pm Anthems and Carols sung by the Trinity Choir
11:00 pm Traditional Midnight Mass
Dec 25, 10 am Eucharist Rite II
Trinity United Methodist Church
3737 South Peoria Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74105
Dec 24, 4 pm Carols & Communion
Unity Center of Tulsa
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
1830 South Boston Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74119
Dec 24, 6 pm Candle lighting service
Unity Church of Christianity
3355 S. Jamestown Ave.
Tulsa, OK 74135
Dec 24, 6:30 pm Candlelight Service
Andre Martin, Guest Soloist
University United Methodist Church
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
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500 S College
Tulsa, OK 74104
Dec 24, 7 pm Candlelight Communion
Inclement Weather Policy
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In the event of inclement weather you may need to confirm that special
events and regularly scheduled programming at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center have not been canceled due to poor road conditions or
winter weather advisories.
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
Please contact the Equality Center by calling 918-743-4297 or check the
OkEq website: www.okeq.org or OkEq on Facebook.
Toby Jenkins, Executive Director of Oklahomans for Equality, will contact
the local media so we can be included in the posted weather-related
closings. Info will also be posted on Facebook.
Equality Center Pride Store
Don We Now Our "GAY" Apparel
The Pride Store is fully stocked with fabulous items
for your holiday decorations.
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Getting Bi: Voices of Bisexuals Around the World'
edited by Robyn Ochs & Sarah Rowley
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Getting Bi: Voices of Bisexuals Around the World is
the broadest single collection of bisexual literature
available today. Getting Bi collects 220 essays from
around the world that explore bisexual identity.
Topics include coming out, relationships, politics,
community, and more. The book also addresses the
intersection of bisexuality with race, class, ethnicity,
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
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gender identity, disability and national identity.
Authors from 42 countries discuss bisexuality from
personal perspectives and their own cultural
contexts, providing insight into societal views on
bisexuality from countries ranging from Colombia to
China.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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December 30th, 2013
In This Issue
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EBA Sponsor
Holiday Hours
Year End Request
Clean and Sober Party
Welcome to the eNews.
Join us on New Year's Eve Tuesday, December 31st, 2013 at 8:00 pm for
our Alcohol Free Party.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of December 30th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business: Massage Time
Tulsa Metro Basketball
First Thursday Art Reception
ACA Assistance
Counseling Services
Guys Dine Too
Maybe Baby
Tulsa Pride 2014
EBA
East Village Meet
MLK Jr Parade
Imperial Court of All
Oklahoma
Inclement Weather Policy
Pride Store
Year in Review
Featured Article
Find Us on Facebook
~Oklahomans For Equality
Happy Holidays
Equality Center Holiday Hours
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will be open on New Year's Day,
January 1st, 2014. Many OkEq programs will be on hiatus this week. Be
sure to check the calendar on the OkEq website or call 918.743.4297 to
check on programming times.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
January 16th, 7:00 pm
Open to all OkEq
members. Meeting
minutes are available
upon request 10 days
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2013 Year End Request
after meeting date.
From OkEq Executive Director, Toby Jenkins
OkEq Art Exhibit
I want to thank you for your help in 2013. And as we close out the year,
would you please consider making one more gift to
Oklahomans for Equality. You may donate online here or
mail your check to:
The December exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will feature
the works of Karen Lamb
& Ann Shannon
OkEq
P.O. Box 2687
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74101
Please, will you help us again?
Counseling Services
You may also click here to commemorate a special day with
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
Alcohol Free NEW YEAR'S EVE Party
Tuesday, December 31st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
This is an Alcohol & Drug Free Event
18 and over
Free Admission but cash donations accepted
Mondays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling is available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact John Serrot,
LCSW
918.724.3388
TherapyJohn@OkEq.org
Join us at the Equality Center for an alcohol free journey into a high
energy dance party with DJ, live entertainment and warm conversations.
Light hors d'ouveres will be served along with non-alcohol punch. Ring in
the New Year and join us to watch the Blue Dome District fireworks and
New Year's Countdown.
Tulsa Metro Basketball League Winter Season
Wednesday nights at 7:00 pm
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Winter Season is December through February
There will be no basketball this week due to New
Years. Tulsa Metro Basketball is still looking to get
more teams, so if anyone would still like to play,
please sign up as soon as you can.
The league plays 3 on 3 games on a half court each
Wednesday night December through February at 7:00
pm. Tulsa Metro Basketball League is an offical
program of OkEq and a member organization of the
Equality Sports Alliance of Tulsa. $50 sign up fee. Games are played at
the Charles Schusterman Jewish Community Center at 2021 E 71st St,
Tulsa, OK. Daryn Drake will be the head coach for the new Basketball
season. For more information about the league, please contact
Basketball@OkEq.org.
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First Thursday Art Gallery Reception
Thursday, January 2nd, 2014; 6:00 pm
The January Oklahomans for Equality showcase and exhibit of local artists
at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will feature the works of Christiana
Prado in a show beginning with a reception on Thursday, January 2nd,
2014 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
Counseling Services
Tuesdays and Thursdays
By appointment
Individual, youth,
adolescent and couples
counseling available
on a sliding fee scale
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Eric Jett, LPC
918.850.0987
E.Jett@OkEq.org
Counseling Services
Affordable Care Act Assistance
Every Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Jimmy Jordan, Navigator for the new Affordable
Care Act, will be on hand at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every Wednesday from 1:00 - 4:00
pm. Mr. Jordan will be available to assist consumers
in understanding the new programs, taking
advantage of consumer protections, and navigating
the health insurance system to find the most
affordable coverage that meets the consumer's
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on a sliding fee
scale based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact
Dr. Kurt Choate, LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
needs.
New Counseling Services
Sundays by appointment from 12:00 - 6:00 pm
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Michal Maybello will be available by appointment on
Sundays from 12:00 - 6:00 pm for individual, youth,
adolescent and couples counseling on a sliding fee scale
based on income. Appointments are required. Contact
Michal
Maybello,
LPC
at
918.346.1918
or
Maybello@OkEq.org.
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, January 7th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The January meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Marley's Pizzeria. The
restaurant is located at 6104 E. 71st, just west of Sheridan, on the upper
level at around 6:30 pm.
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
Maybe Baby?
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Saturday, January 11th, 2014; 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Is your biological clock ticking? Spring will soon be
here. Are you thinking, maybe baby? What
changes will this bring other than diapers? That
romantic dinner for two is now a play date for three
in the park. Trade in your night cap for a bottle of
warm milk and a burp rag. Need a babysitter? Good luck. Family and
Children Services will be giving you the 411 on things to think about before
having a baby. This is a free workshop, but we do ask that you RSVP
at Gamily@OkEq.org.
Tulsa Pride 2014
Main Stage Entertainer Submissions
SOS Group
Mondays
7:00 pm
This open Secular
Organizations for Sobriety
(SOS) Recovery and
Sobriety Group meets
every Monday at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center. For more
information,
visit www.SOSTulsa.org
Deadline Extended!
The Tulsa Pride committee is now accepting applications for Live Musical
Acts and Drag Kings and Queens Entertainers for the Main Stage at Tulsa
Pride 2014. Get your applications in by January 6th, 2014! Click here to
submit!
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Yolanda Arnold
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Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Tuesdays Starting in
January 2014!
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
James Prather
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The January Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, January 15th,
2013 at 6:00 pm, at Embassy Suites, Embassy Suites, 3332 S. 79th E. Ave.
Please RSVP to EBA@OkEq.org and send an invite to everyone on your
friends list.
Embassy Suites
3332 S. 79th E. Ave
Tulsa, Oklahoma
Computer
Boot Camp
First Tuesday
(Jan 7th) 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Second Saturday
(Jan 11th)
12:00 - 2:00 pm Class size
is limited. Contact
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
to attend.
East Village District Meeting
Tuesday, January 14th, 2014; 5:30 pm
east
'!tU~ge
downtown
Keep up with the development of the "Sunny Side of
Downtown". The East Village District of Tulsa will have
a meeting at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on
Tuesday, January 14th at 5:30 pm.
SAGE Tulsa
2014 Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Celebration
& Parade
Monday, January 20th, 2014; 11:00 am
John Hope Franklin & Cincinnati
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
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51 years ago, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. stated, "I have a dream that my
four little children will one day live in a nation where they will not be judged
by the color of their skin but by the content of their character". Well, a new
dream is that some day our children will not be judged for who they love or
the make up of their family. This is a day to recognize equality and unity.
GAMILY will be walking as a family in the parade and carrying posters.
The plan is to meet at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center by 10:00 am
and then carpool to the parade. After the parade, we will be eating as a
family; enjoying a meal back at the Equality Center. Please RSVP at
Gamily@OkEq.org to be a part of this wonderful gathering.
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sagew
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Tulsa Area
Prime Timers
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
The Empresses of The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
invite you to
the 6th Annual Black & White Ball
"The Redneck Cinderella Ball"
Friday, January 10th, 2014
7:00 pm - Light Buffet
8:00 pm - Show
at the Bamboo Lounge in Tulsa
For more information, contact impcourt@gmail.com
Donations can also be made on the ICAO website
www.impcourtok.webs.com
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Inclement Weather Policy
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In the event of inclement weather you may need to confirm that special
events and regularly scheduled programming at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center have not been canceled due to poor road conditions or
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winter weather advisories.
Please contact the Equality Center by calling 918-743-4297 or check the
OkEq website: www.okeq.org or OkEq on Facebook.
Toby Jenkins, Executive Director of Oklahomans for Equality, will contact
the local media so we can be included in the posted weather-related
closings. Info will also be posted on Facebook.
Boot Camp
Equality Center Pride Store
Flamingo Frames now $8.00 in the Pride Store.
Perfect for your New Year's party!
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense workout
and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Be sure to "Like" the new OkEq Pride Store Facebook page
to keep up with the new items and new sale items
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
EL:
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'Amy and Isabelle' by Elizabeth Strout
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In Amy and Isabelle, Elizabeth Strout evokes a
teenager's alienation from her distant mother-and a
parent's rage at the discovery of her daughter's
sexual secrets. In most ways, Isabelle and Amy are
like any mother and her 16-year-old daughter, a
fierce mix of love and loathing exchanged in their
every glance. And eating, sleeping, and working
side by side in the gossip-ridden mill town of Shirley
Falls doesn't help matters. But when Amy is
discovered behind the steamed-up windows of a
car with her math teacher, the vast and icy distance
between
mother
and
daughter
becomes
unbridgeable.
Rainbow Writers
AMY
ISABELLE
1st and 3rd Wednesdays
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
As news of the scandal reaches every ear, it is Isabelle who suffers from
the harsh judgment of Shirley Falls, intensifying her shame about her own
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secret past. And as Amy seeks comfort elsewhere, she discovers the
fragility of human happiness through other dramas, from the horror of a
missing child to the trials of Fat Bev, the community peacemaker.
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Oklahomans for Equality
2013 Year in Review
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center was the place to
celebrate on June 26th, 2013 when the US Supreme Court
handed down the decision on DOMA.
Open AA Group
Thursdays starting in
January 2014
12:00 pm
This open AA group meets
at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center every
Wednesday at Noon.
Contact 918.743.2754 for
more info.
Two Step &
Country Line Dance
Thursdays
7:30 pm
Kick your heels up here at
OkEq. Learn the newest
steps and the refresh the
old ones to make you the
Bell of the Ball. Facilitated
by Brittany
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Yoga A - Z
History tells us that "society is judged by how well it
treats those who are the most vulnerable". Because of
your financial support and volunteer services to
Oklahomans
for Equality we have expanded our
programs to
serve the most vulnerable in our LGBT
community .
Fridays
5:30 pm
No matter where you are
on the Yoga spectrum, you
will find a position in our
new Yoga class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Margot.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
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We strengthened our services for Gay Families
(Gay+Family = Gamily). The Back To School Carnival
provided OkEq backpacks stuffed with school supplies to
many of our families.
7:00 pm
Game Night
Through Gamily activities, families with gay and
transgender children found support with families just like
their own.
Parenting classes and couples counseling make sure
gay, lesbian and transgender parents have the resources
to develop strong families and relationships.
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and card
games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
We are reaching out to more Oklahoma high schools and
middle schools and assisting GSAs (Student led Gay
Straight Alliance Clubs).
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
Booker T Washington and Union GSAs
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To check
dates, reserve your next
event or to receive pricing
information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Broken Arrow GSA
Movie nights and service projects connect LGBTQ youth
with other students.
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Gamily (Gay-Family) is an
official program of
Oklahomans for Equality
and is a support network
for LGBT parents and
families in Oklahoma. For
more information about
Gamily contact
Coordinator Samantha
Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
Tahlequah GSA
Youth Lock-Ins at the Equality Center take students
through 12 hours of training, addressing peer
aggression, bullying, discrimination, advocacy, dating
violence and assault.
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our businesses,
careers and our
community.
OK Rep. Lee Denney, author of the AntiBullying Bill
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
Gov. Fallin signs the Anti Bullying bill into
law. OkEq Executive Director, Toby Jenkins
was in attendance
Oklahomans for Equality was a vital collaborative partner
in getting the most comprehensive anti-bullying bill
passed in both houses and signed by the Governor in
August.
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
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Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
More than 200 students from 19 high schools attended
the Equality Gala because of your generous
sponsorships.
Our SAGE Tulsa program (Services and Advocacy for
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender Elders) was
recognized by the National Resource Center on LGBT
aging and SAGE National because of our Vintage Series
where we document on video the stories of LGBT older
adults.
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual,
and Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the operation
of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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SAGE Tulsa hosted LGBT activists from Japan and
participants from both countries were able to compare
our two cultures' views on aging.
Our transgender program was recently featured in the full
length documentary JUST GENDER which premiered at
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Circle Cinema to a packed house.
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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Youth and parents from our transgender youth and family
support group continue to receive international attention.
Taylor Burns, our family therapist, and physician Laura
Arrowsmith have presented at more than a dozen
conferences, universities and medical societies
nationwide. Both Taylor and Laura have worked with
several Oklahoma school districts to provide services for
families with transgender children.
usiness Alliance
Our Equality Business Alliance now has over 160
businesses serving the LGBT community. You can spend
your money with confidence knowing these businesses
are on our side.
In October, Oklahomans for Equality was recognized by
the Tulsa Regional Chamber for our advocacy for
workplace diversity and inclusion. Your support is
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making Tulsa a welcoming place for employers who value
diversity and inclusion.
The 2013 Tulsa Pride Festival and Parade saw record
crowds, more vendors and more corporate parade entries
than any other time in our 32 year pride festival history.
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Tuesday May 14th, 2013 at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center was sponsored in honor of
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
May 16th, 7:00 pm
Morgan Elizabeth Allen
Bixby High School Class of 2013
Morgan is the Salutatorian of her Senior Class, 6 year All
State Choir Member, Choir President and Outstanding Vocal
Music Student. Morgan will be working with LOOK (Light
Opera Oklahoma) Musical Theatre this summer and attending
William Jewell College in the fall.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The May exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
work of
Lanette Clark
Morgan first attended the Equality Gala in 2011, the event
inspired her to help reorganize the GSA at Bixby. Since then,
she has worked with the counselors on many GSA issues.
Click here to Give a Day
OkEq Programming Note
Monday, May 27th, 2013
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will be open for Memorial Day on
Monday, May 27th, 2013 but all evening programming has been canceled.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The May Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday,
May 15th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Shock. Please RSVP to
eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins
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are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring
plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial
about your business.
Tulsa Shock
BOK Center
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
Tulsa Pride 2013
Saturday, June 1st and Sunday, June 2nd, 2013
T U L S A
Everything you need to know about Tulsa Pride is here
and on www.tulsapride.org
Check for Tulsa Pride on Facebook for any last minute updates!
Friday, MAY 31st - At the Beach Tulsa Pride Pool Party
Saturday, JUNE 1st - Street Festival and Parade
Sunday, JUNE 2nd - Pride in the Park presented by Tulsa Shock
VOLUNTEER! Be part of Tulsa Pride 2013 by volunteering a couple of
hours and receive a free Pride Staff T-shirt, make some great friends, free
lunch and get a behind the scenes look at Tulsa Pride. Many areas are
available such as beverage attendant, entrance attendant and setup and
tear down assistant, parking attendant and much more.
Sign Up online: VOLUNTEER FORM
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Tulsa Pride 2013 Meeting
Thursday, May 16th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride 2013 will have a planning meeting Thursday, May 16th, 2013
at 7:30 pm at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and
anybody interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Tulsa Pride Events
Live Free!
Coming Out
• Friday, May 17th, 2013 - Pride Night @ TNT's 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
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• Saturday, May 18th, 2013 Pride Night @ Bamboo Lounge 9:00 pm
- 2:00 am
• Sunday, May 26th, 2013 - Oklahomo! a Sing-Along @ 209 the Arts
Bar 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Details about these events are available on the Tulsa Pride smartphone
app or www.tulsapride.org or Tulsa Pride's Facebook.
2013 Tulsa Pride Interfaith Service
Workshop
Will resume June 3rd
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Thursday, May 30th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Phillips Theological Seminary
901 N Mingo Rd
The 2013 Interfaith Service will be hosted by Phillips
Theological Seminary on Thursday May 30th, 2013 at
7:00 pm. PTS is located at 901 N Mingo Rd.
Clergy and Spiritual leaders from Tulsa's affirming and
inclusive Faith communities and several choirs and
ensembles participate in this annual event. Rev Bob
Lawrence is the organizer for this year's Interfaith
Service. The highlight of the Interfaith Service is the blessing of Pride
Flag. Please join the LGBT community as we celebrate the spiritual
diversity of Tulsa.
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on Thursday
May 23rd, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Facilitator Conor Cleary, an
associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick, Gable, Golden &
Nelson, P.C., will lead the topic discussions which will
change each meeting. The discussion will be followed
by an open Q&A session.
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
Gl Swing Class
Swing Dance Class
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance
from The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate.
Features dances like East
Coast swing, Charleston,
and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
NERDception
Every other Tuesday; 7:00 pm. Next date is May 28th, 2013
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Do you prefer Marvel or DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars fan? If you could, in what
universe would you live? If you love all things nerd,
come down to the Equality Center where we will
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
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have bi-weekly discussions about different topics.
if/; ~
For example, who would win: Superman or the
•
Hulk? Who is the best wizard of all: Gandalf,
'
Dumbledore or Willow? Do you think Buffy should
just get rid of Edward Cullen already? Whatever
your niche, you are welcome to come and discuss it. For more information
email: jonniemwright@gmail.com.
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Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage~
Service, and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Youth Program
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Flying Solo will take off Friday, May
24th for Memorial Day Weekend. Next meet is Friday,
June 7th, 2013.
Kick off Pride Week with a
Big Gay Softball Party at the Guthrie Green
Friday, May 24th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Guthrie Green
N Boston Ave
Tulsa, OK
Join Tulsa Metro Softball League, Tulsa
Sports Commission, and Oklahomans for
TULSA, OK
Equality Friday, May 24th, 2013 to
welcome LGBT softball players from
around the US to Tulsa for the 2013
NAGAAA Cup! TMSL is hosting a big gay 2013 NAGAAA Cup Opening
Party from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at the Guthrie Green in the Brady Arts District
and they want to invite you to join them!
Drinks will be flowing, food trucks will be serving, local officials will be
welcoming, and DJ $erious $tanley will be spinning!
Friday, May 24th, 2013 7:30 - 9:30 pm - Be at the Guthrie Green!
Visit TulsaMetroSoftball.com for more information and to sign up as a
volunteer!
MOREcolor Art Show
Show opening on Thursday, June 13th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
MORE color
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Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
MOREcolor is the current incarnation of the art show that began back in
the 1980's as the TOHR Art Show. An opportunity that give artists 70% of
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their sales and keeping only a 30% commission, MOREcolor had its start
long before Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) had the Dennis R Neill
Equality Center, when the organization was still called Tulsa Oklahomans
for Human Rights. The show has been held in several locations, but its
home is now the Equality Center's spacious Event Center. Each year
brings new performance surprises to the opening night event, from
chamber music to jazz, from contemporary dance to belly, from
performance art to an opera flash mob, from a body art runway to
installation art. This year's opening event on Thursday evening, June 13th,
2013 will feature works by as many as sixty visual and performing artists,
and some surprises we can't confirm yet, as well as cash awards. The
event is free and open to the public.
MOREcolorart.com
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
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EBA Member Business:
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
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Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Tulsa Interfaith Alliance Annual Meeting
Thursday, May 16th, 2013; dinner at 5:30 pm
Join the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance on Thursday, May
16, 2013 for their Annual Meeting Dinner and
Speaker Event, featuring Jay Bakker. Jay will speak
about his latest book, "Faith, Doubt and Other Lines
I've Crossed: Walking With the Unknown God." The
dinner begins at 5:30 pm and costs $25/person.
Sponsorships are available. The annual business
meeting will occur at the end of the dinner, and is
free. Jay's keynote address will begin at 7:00 pm and
is free and open to the public.
All events will happen at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria Ave in
Tulsa. To register for this event, please click here.
tulsainterfaithalliance.org
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Council Oak Mens Chorale Pride Performance
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Central Library Downtown Tulsa
400 Civic Center
Tulsa, OK 74103
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Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Council Oak Mens Chorale will present their annual
Pride performance at the downtown Tulsa library on
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Central
Library in downtown Tulsa. This FREE event will be
held in the Aaronson Auditorium. www.counciloak.org
'Love Free or Die' Screening
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis Ave
LOVE FREE OR DIE is about
a man whose two defining
passions are in direct conflict:
his love for God and for his
Counseling
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partner Mark. Gene Robinson
is the first openly gay person
to become a bishop in the
historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he
wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir.
The film follows Robinson from small-town churches in the New
Hampshire North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's
Lambeth Palace, as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops,
priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change
history. For more information, please visit Circle Cinema
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League
Andy B's Bowling Center
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League is organizing
teams Summer League. It is $20 to join plus $14
per week every Monday evening at 6:45 pm.
They bowl at Andy B's, 8711 South Lewis, You
can contact lamdaleague@cox.net for further
questions or just show up at the bowling alley.
The Tulsa Lambda Bowling League is an officially
sanctioned league with the IGBO (International
Gay Bowling Organization).
The Cheril Vendetti Experience
Friday, June 14th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
110 E 2nd St
The Cheril Vendetti Experience is a fastpaced explosion of irreverent entertainment
that will leave you either heading for the door
or to the nearest bail bondsman!
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Direct from television's HBO, OWN and SPIKE networks and the famous
Los Angeles Comedy Store, comes the outrageous Cheril Vendetti! The
Boston-Italian comedienne, TV personality and comical cookbook author,
and her band, The Pasta Fazools, generate more laughs than Tony
Soprano could put a hit on. So grab your funny bone, leave your political
correctness at the door, and join the fun!
National Organization for Women Tulsa Chapter
Fundraising Event, Thursday, May 16th, 2013; 9:00 pm
The NOW - Tulsa Chapter would love for each and
everyone of you to come out to their fundraising
event at Joe Mama's pizza, Thursday May 16th,
2013 at 9:00 pm. Joe Mama's has welcomed NOW
by inviting them to be the nonprofit organization to
highlight on Thursday for trivia night. The NOW
l'OAWOMKN
Tulsa Chapter will receive 5% of ALL SALES. The
money will help pay for the NOW Tulsa Pride booth
and supplies. For more information you can visit the Facebook page at:
www.facebook.com/now918 or email at: tulsanow918@gmail.com. We
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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look forward to seeing you there and don't forget to invite a friend, have
some fun, and work for a more equal Oklahoma!
No Walls Entertainment Group Rehearsals
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Performances May 31st, June 1st - 2nd, 7th - 9th; 2013
Each
character
in
No
Walls
Entertainment Group's production of "An
Adult Fairytale" is faced with overcoming
fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living. No Walls
Entertainment Group would like to invite
you to join the rehearsals at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on Sundays
between now and the time of
performances. The group meets from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No experience
is necessary, the mission is to give people the opportunity to experiment
with being on stage with a supporting acting group. If you are interested in
being part of our project please contact Ty Tyson 918.850.9438 for details
or just show up at rehearsal.
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are
between the ages of 18-30 and identify as LGBT, please help us learn
more about the needs of our LGBT community by completing this survey.
After completing the survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100
Amazon gift card. Take part in the survey here
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock!
Get them now before Pride for $20.00!
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'My Life as a Boy: A Woman's Story' by Kim Chernin
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In this elliptical memoir, feminist author
Chernin describes the breakup of her
long-term marriage and her infatuation
with another woman. In order to cast
off her old life, she finds that she needs
to call on parts of herself never before
tested, such as "the capacity to act, the
freedom to take, the license to choose
desire," in short, "the life of a boy."
Dubbing
this
process
the
"transformational
imperative,"
she
proceeds to remake herself by cutting
off her hair, becoming lithe and
muscular, and falling passionately in
love with a cultured, sophisticated
woman named Hadamar.
In describing their rocky courtship, she
also conveys the fact that she is well
aware of what she is risking: "my home, security, a devoted man's
passionate love," all for a woman "who might throw me over and break my
heart." Possessed of a deep awareness of the mystery at the heart of all
relationships, Chernin has written a delicate and thoughtful meditation on
finding the courage to transform your life despite the risks such a process
entails..
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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eNews
February 28th, 2013
In This Issue
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Red State Brief
Equality Business Alliance
Welcome to the eNews.
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center is entirely supported by donations
from the community. Be Our Voice, Give a Day allows us to spotlight
our generous donors. Be Our Voice, Give a Day
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Oklahomans for Equality
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
To honor the 1st anniversary of their wedding in
Washington D.C., Laura Belmonte and Susan Arrington
have made a donation to OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day
campaign and are sponsoring Oklahomans for Equality
on Sunday March 3rd, 2013.
Congratulations Laura and Susan
and Thank You for the support!
Guys Dine Too
Camp Fire Green Country
Camp Fire Candy Sale
First Thursday
Gamily
Swing Dance Class
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Tulsa Pride 2013
SAGE hosts TCC
TMSL
LGBT Equality Day
Native HIV/AIDS Days
Tulsa Mister Leather
Singles Night OUT
COLORAMA
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Expatriate
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Tulsa Two Spirit
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
"Red State Brief" Filed in Marriage Cases at
US Supreme Court
Oklahomans for Equality today joined the Utah Pride Center, Campaign
for Southern Equality and twenty-five other organizations in filing an amicus
brief with the United States Supreme Court. The brief urges the justices to
strike down a wide range of anti-gay laws. The brief calls on the Court to
uphold appellate court rulings in both the Defense of Marriage and
Proposition 8 cases currently pending. Oklahomans for Equality joined Utah
Pride in this "Red State Brief" to detail the long history of anti-gay legislation
in many states around the nation that denigrates the LGBT community.
"This brief is about arguing on behalf of the millions of Americans who feel
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�hopeless that legislation on a state level will ever advance their cause," said
Utah Pride Attorney and former Bush Administration United States Attorney
Brett Tolman.
The brief contends that many local state laws are designed to routinely deny
gay citizens basic civil rights, and many state codes are woven in a tangle
that can only be unraveled by the courts.
Read the brief here
Equality Business Alliance
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
March 21st, 7:00 pm
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The March Monthly EBA Meeting will be on Tuesday,
March 12th, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Equality Center. This
meeting is open to members and non-members, however you must be a
paid member to speak or vote on agenda items. This is your chance to steer
the organization so all members are encouraged to attend. If you have an
item you want on the agenda, please have it sent to eba@okeq.org by
Monday March 11th.
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, March 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The March meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Brothers Houligan
on Tuesday, March 5th, 2013 around 6:30 pm.
Brothers Houligan is located at 9701 E 61st
OkEq Art Exhibit
The March exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
art of Steve Barrett and
Cheryl Quetone
www.broshouligan.com
Guys Dine Too is a social program by OkEq for Gay Men, and their male
Allies/friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month. Please RSVP
to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com if you plan on attending
Camp Fire Green Country Candy Sale
Wednesday, March 6th, 2013; 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Tai Chi Class
Oklahomans for Equality will host a Camp Fire
Green Country Candy Sale at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center on Wednesday, March 6th, 2013
starting at 5:30 - 7:30 pm. Camp Fire will be selling
their world famous Chocolate Bars for $1 each. Camp
Fire is an inclusive organization welcoming children,
Light the fire within
youth and adults regardless of race, religion,
socioeconomic status, disability, sexual orientation or other aspect of
diversity.
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Girl Scouts Cookie Sale
Thursday, March 7th, 2013; 5:30 - 7:30 pm
In support of Girl Scouts being an inclusion
organization, Oklahomans for Equality will host
the Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma Cookie
Sale at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on
Thursday, March 7th, 2013 starting at 5:30 pm.
The cookies will cost $4.00 per box and will include: Thin Mints, Tagalongs
(peanut butter & chocolate patties), Samoas (chocolate, caramel, coconut
cookie), Do-si-dos (peanut butter sandwich cookie), Trefoils (a shortbread
cookie) and Savannah Smiles (a zesty lemon cookie).
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Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
�First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, March 7th, 2013; 6:00 pm
The March OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Equality Center,
will feature the Photographic Art of Steve Barrett and Cheryl Quetone,
beginning with a reception on Thursday, March 7th, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00
pm and continuing throughout the month.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
GAMILY Meeting
Saturday, March 9th, 2013; 3:00 pm
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
OkEq welcomes our new intern, Samantha Checotah, who will be working
with our GAMILY program which advocates and serves LGBT parents and
their children. Gamily will have a Meet n Greet get together on Saturday,
March 9th, 2013 at 3:00 pm at the Equality Center.
Swing Dance Class
Every Monday; 7:00 pm
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Learn to swing dance from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate. TOSS is
teaching an 8-week series of classes running until February 25th, 2013 at
the Equality Center. Don't know your left foot from your right? That's okay!
Start with the basic step and work through beginner and intermediate
�lessons in Swing Dance-era dances like East Coast swing, Charleston, and
Lindy Hop. No partner required, no experience necessary! For more info on
TOSS, go to www.tosstulsa.org. Free for OkEq members and $5 for non
members.
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month; 7:00 pm
Topic for February 28th : Where There's a Will,
There's a Way - Have you drafted a will? How will you
protect your property and belongings? Make sure your
property goes to the right person.
Free and open to the public.
OkEq will host the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on the
2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Facilitator
Conor Cleary, an associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick,
Gable, Golden & Nelson, P.C., leads the topic
discussions which will change each meeting. Upcoming topics include wills,
rights of survivorship, medical issues, power of attorney (durable) and
inheritances, transgender name changes and trans rights. The discussion
will be followed by an open Q&A session.
Tulsa Pride 2013
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Tulsa Pride is now accepting registrations for Volunteers and
Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org for Tulsa Pride 2013.
Service, and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
Pride Planning Meeting
Thursday, February 28th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday February 28th at 7:30
pm at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and anybody
interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Pride Idol
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 9:00 pm
New Age Renegade
1649 S Main St
Calling all entertainers! Here's your shot. The winner of Tulsa Pride's Drag
Idol will win a spot on the Tulsa Pride Main Stage during the Tulsa Pride
Street Festival. Drag, live vocals, spoken word, whatever! One night of
competition, Saturday March 30th at New Age Renegade, Hosted by
Tabitha Taylor. For rules and regulations and for additional information visit
Tulsa Pride on Facebook .
6th Annual Turn About Show
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 918.382.4429
for more information
�Monday, April 1st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Club Majestic
124 N Boston Ave
Come out and see your favorite LGBT bar owners and staff like you've never
seen them before. Monday April 1st, Doors open at 8 PM, No Cover Charge!
Raffles and Door Prizes. Proceeds benefit Tulsa Pride. 18 to Enter, 21 to
Drink!
SAGE hosts TCC Center Tour
Tuesday, March 26th, 2013; 10:30 am
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
SAGE Tulsa will host a Tulsa Community College class tour of the Equality
Center on Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 at 10:30 am. Food will be provided
and the TCC students will join the SAGE members for intergenerational
discussions. Email lucas.green@okeq.org if you would like to attend.
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Tulsa Community College
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Tulsa LGBT Softball Keeps Growing
Tulsa Metro Softball League is kicking off their 5th Spring
Season on April 7th, 2013. To date, the league has 14
registered teams and expects to have more than 160
players. They're inviting everyone to get in on the action!
TMSL's annual Spring Recruitment Clinic will be held on
Saturday, March 9th, 2013 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at
Lantz Park. If you have ever wanted to play, this is the
way to find a team. All players, new and returning, that
are looking for a spring team should attend. At the
clinics, players will go through some drills, learn about
the league and meet coaches to be placed on a team. Lantz Park is located
at 821 N. Yale Ave in Tulsa.
TMSL also has several sponsorship opportunities available for their
upcoming spring season and their two big tournaments this summer.
To learn more about sponsorship and to get signed up to play visit
TulsaMetroSoftball.com
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
4th Annual LGBT Equality Day
Wednesday March 6th, 2013; 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
The Equality Network (TEN) invites all LGBT and allied people from across
the state for the 4th Annual LGBT Equality Day at the Capitol. Nothing
shapes legislators' attitudes more than face-to-face contact with their
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
�constituents. Wednesday, March 6th will
begin with a brief lobbying training session
at 9:00 am in Room 25. TEN will provide
information on how to effectively interact
with your representatives as well as talking
points for target legislation.
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appointment with your state representative
and state senator in advance to ensure
that you will be able to meet with them on
Equality Day. To find your representatives,
click here.
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Rainbow Writers
Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013; 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
March 20th is Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and the Creek
Nation HIV/AIDS Project will be having HIV testing at the Equality Center
from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. The day will also include speakers, light food and
beverages, information booths with give-a-ways. H.O.P.E. Testing will
provide tests from 4:00 - 8:00 pm.
Sponsored by
Creek Nation HIV/AIDS Project
H.O.P.E Testing Clinic
H.E.A.R.T Native American Coalition of Green country
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Tulsa Mr. Leather 2013
Friday and Saturday, March 8th & 9th, 2013
Tulsa's Premier Gay Leather Event
- the Tulsa Mr. Leather Contest and
Event will take place March 8th &
9th, 2013 at the Tulsa Eagle, 1338
E. 3rd St, just east of Downtown
Tulsa. The Event begins on Friday,
March 8th at 10:00 pm with a Meet
n Greet Mixer at the Tulsa Eagle
and follows up with the Contest at
10:00 pm on Saturday the 9th of
March.
The event is open and welcoming
to all interested fans and friends.
Part of the $5 cover charge will
start the charity fund that will be
raised throughout the year.
For more information email:
tmlproducers@gmail.com
Counseling
Services
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CHIISI starts 11PM
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
�Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by PENNY SLOTS AND JIMMIE
NEUTRON, the Superheroes of Love. Event will be ages
21 and over. Next meet is Friday, March 8th, 2013
COLORAMA presented by
Tulsa Lambda Bowling
Friday, March 8th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Sheridan Lanes
3121 South Sheridan Road Tulsa, OK
The Tulsa Lambda League bowlers present
COLORAMA at Sheridan lanes. Friday, March 8th,
2013 at 8:00 pm. Everyone is invited to come out and
join in for a fun night of bowling, and to win some
cash. COLORAMA is a fundraiser for the Jackpot
Oklahoma Lambda Tournament (JOLT), Tulsa's only
annual Gay bowling tournament which brings in Gay & Lesbian bowlers
throughout the nation to Tulsa. You don't need to be a league bowler to
participate, so any skill level is welcomed. The cost for COLORAMA is $20.
Be prepared to have a ball.
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Saturday, April 13th, 2013 8:00 pm
IDL Ballroom
230 E 1st St
Tulsa, OK 74103
Come on out to the IDL Ballroom in
Downtown Tulsa and enjoy a night with
the Funniest. Lesbian. Ever. Suzanne
Westenhoefer. She's bad... and she
knows it. She's also rip-roaring hilarity
wrapped up with a silver bow and a gift
tag that says, "Just Try Me".
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Show starts at 8:00 pm
Seating is limited
For more info and to purchase tickets, call
918.798.3647 or visit here
Proceeds benefit Therapetics Service
Dogs of Oklahoma. Therapetics works to
enhance the lives of individuals living with physical disabilities by providing
them with highly trained service dogs. For information on Therapetics visit
www.therapetics.org.
Expatriate
Friday, March 1st and Saturday March 2nd, 2013; 8:00 pm
Nightingale Theater
1416 E 4th St
"EXPATRIATE" a two-act play with all vocal music. Poet, playwright, and
performer Lenelle Moise has written, composed and stars in a compelling
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
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Friday, March 1st & Saturday, March 2nd at
the Nightingale Theater at 8:00 pm.
Achingly platonic soulmates Claudie and Alphine are unsung musicians and
longtime best-friends. Both wrestle with the addiction, abandonment and
sexual trauma that run in their respective family histories. Diligent, dutiful,
Julliard-trained composer Claudie may or may not be celibate while sparkly,
indulgent Alphine has more natural star-potential and sex appeal than she
knows what to do with. Supported by playwright/ composer Lenelle Moise's
funk-infused all-vocal score.
For more info visit Living Arts Tulsa
lenellemoise.com
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Rehearsals begin Monday, March 4th, 2013; 7:00 pm
The Vocal Pride Foundation is excited to announce
Council Oak Mens Chorale will soon begin rehearsal
for the summer 2013 season. Our performance
ensemble had great success last season with the
Divo/Diva summer concert, a stellar performance in
Denver, Colorado at the GALA 2012 Festival, and
our fall Zinga! performances with clarinetist Stacy C.
Smith.
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
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Council Oak Men's Chorale Summer Season 2013
"DONNA SUMMER/WHITNEY HOUSTON - A TRIBUTE"
with celebrated soloist Phena Hackett, Soprano
Rehearsals begin Monday, March 4th, 2013
Fellowship Congregational Church
2900 S. Harvard Ave
Fellowship Hall
7:00 to 9:00 pm.
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Performances are Tuesday, June 4th and Friday June 7th, 2013 at Lorton
Performance Center - TU Campus
www.counciloak.org
Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
April 19th - 22nd, 2013
Osage Hills State Park
2131 Osage Hills State Park Road
Pawhuska, OK 74056
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
�The gathering's program will include workshops on traditional and
contemporary Native American culture, Pow Wows, stompdancing,
celebrations, Native faith, and other related activities. No alcohol, drugs or
guns will be allowed.
The Tulsa Two Spirits Society is "a non-profit Native American LGBT
Collective. We seek to affirm and embody positive traditional and modern
Two Spirit identities, and in so doing, be valued members of our
communities".
For more information or to register for the gathering, please visit
t h e Tulsa Two Spirits Gathering section on the OkEq website or
download the registration form here.
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
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March 7th - 10th, 2013
Regent Emperor V Philip "Papa Scrappy" Saint Johns
& Regent Empress V Kris Kohl & The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Invite you to
Coronation VI
"A Night at the USO with Designing Women
and a Cast of Stars"
Thursday, March 7th
Meet and Greet at Tulsa Eagle @ 10 PM, No Cover
Friday, March 8th
Hospitality Noon to 3 at Host Hotel
Out of Town Show - Host Hotel - Doors at 6, Show at 7
$15 - includes bus tour
Bus leaves hotel at 9 - drag welcome but not required
Hospitality Midnight to 3
Must have wrist band for bus tour and hospitality Friday night.
Saturday, March 9th
Hospitality - 8 am to 3 pm
Woman's Conference 1 pm - Host Hotel (Open to the Public, Free)
Coronation VI - Host Hotel - $45 (Dress is Theme or Formal)
Doors / Meet and Greet at 5 pm, Dinner at 6 pm and Ceremony at 7 pm
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
�Hospitality - 1 hour after Coronation to 3 am
Sunday, March 10th
Victory Brunch - Host Hotel - $25
Doors at 10:30, Brunch at 11
Shot Party - 3 pm - 5 pm Bamboo Lounge - No Cover
Victory Show - 7 pm - ? Bamboo Lounge - No Cover
Hotel, Tickets and Program Advertising Information are available on theImperial
Court of All Oklahoma website
I.C.A.O. is a 501(c)3 Non Profit Organization
for more information contact ICAO on Facebook or
impcourtok@gmail.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Landing' by Emma Donoghue
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
A delightful, old-fashioned love story
with a uniquely twenty-first-century
twist, Landing is a romantic comedy
that explores the pleasures and
sorrows of long-distance relationshipsthe kind millions of us now maintain
mostly by plane, phone, and Internet.
Síle is a stylish citizen of the new
Dublin, a veteran flight attendant
who's traveled the world. Jude is a
twenty-five-year-old
archivist,
stubbornly attached to the tiny town of
Ireland, Ontario, in which she was
born and raised. On her first plane
trip, Jude's and Síle's worlds touch
and snag at Heathrow Airport. In the
course of the next year, their lives,
and those of their friends and families,
will be drawn into a new, shaky orbit.
This sparkling, lively story explores
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What would you give up for love, and would you be a fool to do so?
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
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Inclement Weather Policy
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In the event of inclement weather you may need to confirm that special
events and regularly scheduled programming at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center have not been cancelled due to poor road conditions or winter
weather advisories.
Please contact the Equality Center by calling 918-743-4297 or check the
OkEq website: www.okeq.org
Toby Jenkins, Executive Director of Oklahomans for Equality, will contact
the local media so we can be included in the posted weather-related
closings. Info will also be posted on Facebook.
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Hours: Mon - Sat 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Sun 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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March 5th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
First Thursday
Welcome to the eNews.
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center is entirely supported by donations
from the community. Be Our Voice, Give a Day allows us to spotlight
our generous donors. Be Our Voice, Give a Day
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Camp Fire Green Country
Camp Fire Candy Sale
Gamily
Medicare Supplements
Legal Clinic
Equality Business Alliance
LGBT Equality Day
Tulsa Pride 2013
GardenTru .
nursery, florist & gifts
Equality Gala
SAGE hosts TCC
DREAM Act Oklahoma
TMSL
Spring Into Color
Mon -Sat9am-6pm I Sun I la
Native HIV/AIDS Days
Homebuyer Class
Tulsa Mister Leather
EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Denise Polonchak donated to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign and
sponsored the LGBT Helpline for yesterday
Monday, March 4th, 2013
to celebrate her son's 31st Birthday.
Happy Birthday Dusty and Thank You Denise for your
support!
Singles Night OUT
COLORAMA
Tulsa Growl
Marriage Equality Week
Within Our Reach
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Tulsa Two Spirit
Council Oak Mens Chorale
MOREcolor Art Show
Red State Brief
Imperial Court
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
�Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
March 21st, 7:00 pm
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, March 7th, 2013; 6:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
The March OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Equality Center,
will feature the Photographic Art of Steve Barrett and Cheryl Quetone,
beginning with a reception on Thursday, March 7th, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00
pm and continuing throughout the month.
The March exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
art of Steve Barrett and
Cheryl Quetone
Tai Chi Class
Camp Fire Green Country Candy Sale
Wednesday, March 6th, 2013; 5:30 - 7:30 pm
Oklahomans for Equality will host a Camp Fire
Green Country Candy Sale at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center on Wednesday, March 6th, 2013
starting at 5:30 pm. Camp Fire will be selling their
world famous Chocolate Bars for $1 each. Camp Fire
is an inclusive organization welcoming children, youth
Light the fire within
and
adults
regardless
of
race,
religion,
socioeconomic status, disability, sexual orientation or other aspect of
diversity.
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
�Girl Scouts Cookie Sale
Thursday, March 7th, 2013; 5:30 - 7:30 pm
In support of Girl Scouts being an inclusion
organization, Oklahomans for Equality will host
the Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma Cookie
Sale at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on
Thursday, March 7th, 2013 starting at 5:30 pm.
The cookies will cost $4.00 per box and will include: Thin Mints, Tagalongs
(peanut butter & chocolate patties), Samoas (chocolate, caramel, coconut
cookie), Do-si-dos (peanut butter sandwich cookie), Trefoils (a shortbread
cookie) and Savannah Smiles (a zesty lemon cookie).
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GAMILY Meeting
Saturday, March 9th, 2013; 3:00 pm
OkEq welcomes our new intern, Samantha Checotah, who will be working
with our GAMILY program which advocates and serves LGBT parents and
their children. Gamily will have a Meet n Greet get together on Saturday,
March 9th, 2013 at 3:00 pm at the Equality Center.
SAGE hosts Medicare Supplements Made Easy
Tuesday, March 12th, 2013; 10:00 am
SAGE Tulsa will host Al Triggs (Creative Marketing
Director for Legacy Insurance Advisors) for an
informational presentation on Medicare Supplements and
information on where you can get the most value for your
money. Do you find the descriptions about supplement
programs confusing? Do you fee you are paying too
much money? Are your medications too expensive?
Lunch
will
be
provided.
Please
RVSP
to
mary.jones@okeq.org.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Legal Aid Services Legal Clinic
Tuesday, March 12th, 2013; 6:00 pm
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Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's next Legal Clinic at the Equality Center is
on Tuesday, March 12th, 2013, at 6:00 pm. This free to the public legal clinic
will address Oklahoma's Juvenile Code & Juvenile Law Issues. The clinic's
guest speaker will be Ivan Orndorff, Esq. and Craig Reffner, Esq.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
�James Prather
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The March Monthly EBA Meeting will be on
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 6:00 pm at the Equality
Center. This meeting is open to members and non-members, however you
must be a paid member to speak or vote on agenda items. This is your
chance to steer the organization so all members are encouraged to attend. If
you have an item you want on the agenda, please have it sent to
eba@okeq.org by Monday March 11th.
The March Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 20th,
2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by The Street Law Firm. Please RSVP and send an
invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is
open to members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business cards
and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
The Street Law Firm
400 S. Boston Ave. Suite 1100W,
Tulsa, OK 74103
4th Annual LGBT Equality Day
Wednesday March 6th, 2013; 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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The Equality Network (TEN) invites all
LGBT and allied people from across the
state for the 4th Annual LGBT Equality
Day at the Capitol. Nothing shapes
legislators' attitudes more than face-to-face
contact
with
their
constituents.
Wednesday, March 6th will begin with a
brief lobbying training session at 9:00 am
in Room 25. TEN will provide information
on how to effectively interact with your
representatives as well as talking points for
target legislation.
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
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John Madigan
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TEN encourages you to set up an
appointment with your state representative
and state senator in advance to ensure
that you will be able to meet with them on
Equality Day. To find your representatives, click here.
Youth Program
Tulsa Pride 2013
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Tulsa Pride is now accepting registrations for Volunteers and
Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org for Tulsa Pride 2013.
Pride Planning Meeting
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 918.382.4429
for more information
�Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday, March 28th at 7:30 pm
at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and anybody
interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Pride Idol
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 9:00 pm
New Age Renegade
1649 S Main St
Calling all entertainers! Here's your shot. The winner of Tulsa Pride's Drag
Idol will win a spot on the Tulsa Pride Main Stage during the Tulsa Pride
Street Festival. Drag, live vocals, spoken word, whatever! One night of
competition, Saturday March 30th at New Age Renegade, Hosted by
Tabitha Taylor. For rules and regulations and for additional information visit
Tulsa Pride on Facebook .
6th Annual Turn About Show
Monday, April 1st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Club Majestic
124 N Boston Ave
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Come out and see your favorite LGBT bar owners and staff like you've never
seen them before. Monday April 1st, Doors open at 8:00 pm, No Cover
Charge! Raffles and Door Prizes. Proceeds benefit Tulsa Pride. 18 to Enter,
21 to Drink!
Self Defense Class
Save the Date! OkEq Equality Gala
Saturday, May 4th, 2013
The Annual OkEq Equality Gala has a new home on Facebook
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Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
�Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
And be sure to join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2013!
www.okeq.org/gala
SAGE hosts TCC Center Tour
Tuesday, March 26th, 2013; 10:30 am
SAGE Tulsa will host a Tulsa Community College class tour of the Equality
Center on Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 at 10:30 am. Food will be provided
and the TCC students will join the SAGE members for intergenerational
discussions. Email lucas.green@okeq.org if you would like to attend.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
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Tulsa Community College
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
DREAM ACT Oklahoma
Saturday and Sunday, March 16th and 17th, 2013
Oklahomans for Equality will host a training session for
DREAM Act Oklahoma at the Equality Center on
Saturday March 16th from 6:00 - 10:00 pm and Sunday
March 17th from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm.
DAOK is excited to bring together potential leaders from
all around Oklahoma to decide the next phase of the
immigration youth movement. The retreat will set the
direction and focus on what Oklahoma needs. DAOK wants to outline a
strategic process and listen to you.
DREAM Act Oklahoma is a youth-lead organization with an emphasis on
civil rights for the undocumented community, trying to eradicate fear, help
educate and advocate for a better life and a brighter future.
For more information on DREAM Act OK or to sign up for the training,
contact Ivan Godinez at Ivan@dreamactok.org or visit dreamactok.org
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Tulsa LGBT Softball Keeps Growing
Tulsa Metro Softball League is kicking off their 5th Spring
Season on April 7th, 2013. To date, the league has 14
registered teams and expects to have more than 160
players. They're inviting everyone to get in on the action!
TMSL's annual Spring Recruitment Clinic will be held on
Saturday, March 9th, 2013 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at
Lantz Park. If you have ever wanted to play, this is the
way to find a team. All players, new and returning, that
are looking for a spring team should attend. At the
clinics, players will go through some drills, learn about
the league and meet coaches to be placed on a team. Lantz Park is located
at 821 N. Yale Ave in Tulsa.
TMSL also has several sponsorship opportunities available for their
upcoming spring season and their two big tournaments this summer.
To learn more about sponsorship and to get signed up to play visit
TulsaMetroSoftball.com
Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013; 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
March 20th is Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and the Creek
Nation HIV/AIDS Project will be having HIV testing at the Equality Center
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
�from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. The day will also include speakers, light food and
beverages, information booths with give-a-ways. H.O.P.E. Testing will
provide tests from 4:00 - 8:00 pm.
Sponsored by
Creek Nation HIV/AIDS Project
H.O.P.E Testing Clinic
H.E.A.R.T. Native American Coalition of Green country
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Homebuyer Education Class
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday,
March 28th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn
about the home buying process. The class will
be
conducted
by
Shane
Allbee
(Theinsurancecrew), Anthony Carr (Keller
Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (Bank
of the Wichitas Mortgage Company).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic steps
to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to knowing
"Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants will be
provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so send an
RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones mary.jones@okeq.org.
Tulsa Mr. Leather 2013
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Friday and Saturday, March 8th & 9th, 2013
Tulsa's Premier Gay Leather Event
- the Tulsa Mr. Leather Contest and
Event will take place March 8th &
9th, 2013 at the Tulsa Eagle, 1338
E. 3rd St, just east of Downtown
Tulsa. The Event begins on Friday,
March 8th at 10:00 pm with a Meet
n Greet Mixer at the Tulsa Eagle
and follows up with the Contest at
10:00 pm on Saturday the 9th of
March.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
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MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
�Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by PENNY SLOTS AND JIMMIE
NEUTRON, the Superheroes of Love. Event will be ages
21 and over. Next meet is Friday, March 8th, 2013
COLORAMA presented by
Tulsa Lambda Bowling
Friday, March 8th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Sheridan Lanes
3121 South Sheridan Road Tulsa, OK
The Tulsa Lambda League bowlers present
COLORAMA at Sheridan lanes. Friday, March 8th,
2013 at 8:00 pm. Everyone is invited to come out and
join in for a fun night of bowling, and to win some
cash. COLORAMA is a fundraiser for the Jackpot
Oklahoma Lambda Tournament (JOLT), Tulsa's only
annual Gay bowling tournament which brings in Gay & Lesbian bowlers
throughout the nation to Tulsa. You don't need to be a league bowler to
participate, so any skill level is welcomed. The cost for COLORAMA is $20.
Be prepared to have a ball.
Tulsa Growl 2013
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be sure
to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and to
register.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
�Marriage Equality Week
March 25th - 30th, 2013
Within Our Reach
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality in
FAMILY~
collaboration with Family &
CHILDREN'S
Children's Services will be
offering "Within Our Reach" a
SERVICES
free, fun, educational couples
Life Chang ing .
relationship
enhancement
workshop. It is intended to help couples build on existing strengths and
teaches important skills to create safe and stable relationships. In addition,
couples will learn how to communicate effectively, work as a team to solve
problems, manage conflicts without damaging closeness, and preserve and
enhance love, commitment and friendship.
Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, please call
Carrie at 918.560.1243 or email clitttle@fcsok.org
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Saturday, April 13th, 2013 8:00 pm
IDL Ballroom
230 E 1st St
Tulsa, OK 74103
Come on out to the IDL Ballroom in
Downtown Tulsa and enjoy a night with
the Funniest. Lesbian. Ever. Suzanne
Westenhoefer. She's bad... and she
knows it. She's also rip-roaring hilarity
wrapped up with a silver bow and a gift
tag that says, "Just Try Me".
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Show starts at 8:00 pm
Seating is limited
For more info and to purchase tickets, call
918.798.3647 or visit here
Proceeds benefit Therapetics Service
Dogs of Oklahoma. Therapetics works to
enhance the lives of individuals living with physical disabilities by providing
them with highly trained service dogs. For information on Therapetics visit
www.therapetics.org.
Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
April 19th - 22nd, 2013
Osage Hills State Park
2131 Osage Hills State Park Road
Pawhuska, OK 74056
The gathering's program will include workshops on traditional and
�contemporary Native American culture, Pow Wows, stompdancing,
celebrations, Native faith, and other related activities. No alcohol, drugs or
guns will be allowed.
The Tulsa Two Spirits Society is "a non-profit Native American LGBT
Collective. We seek to affirm and embody positive traditional and modern
Two Spirit identities, and in so doing, be valued members of our
communities".
For more information or to register for the gathering, please visit
t h e Tulsa Two Spirits Gathering section on the OkEq website or
download the registration form here.
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Rehearsals continue on Mondays; 7:00 pm
The Vocal Pride Foundation is excited to announce
that Council Oak Mens Chorale rehearsals for the
summer 2013 season have begun. Our performance
ensemble had great success last season with the
Divo/Diva summer concert, a stellar performance in
Denver, Colorado at the GALA 2012 Festival, and
our fall Zinga! performances with clarinetist Stacy C.
Smith.
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Council Oak Men's Chorale Summer Season 2013
"DONNA SUMMER/WHITNEY HOUSTON - A TRIBUTE"
with celebrated soloist Phena Hackett, Soprano
Rehearsals continue on Mondays
Fellowship Congregational Church
2900 S. Harvard Ave
Fellowship Hall
7:00 to 9:00 pm.
Performances are Tuesday, June 4th and Friday June 7th, 2013 at Lorton
Performance Center - TU Campus
www.counciloak.org
MOREcolor Artist Submissions
Opening Night June 13th, 2013
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Calling all interested artists ages 18 and over, we are now open for
submissions for the annual MOREcolor Fine Arts Exhibition 2013, a highly
anticipated feature of the Tulsa Pride celebration.
We strive to be very artist friendly, while providing a venue for cutting edge
artistic vision, expressed through all media, including performance and
installation creations.
The Festive and always surprising Opening Night reception will be held June
13th, 2013 at the Dennis R Neil Equality Center. It is free and open to the
�public. For the 1st time this year, there will be a Juror's award as well as a
People's Choice award.
For submission details go to MOREcolorart.com
"Red State Brief" Filed in Marriage Cases at
US Supreme Court
Oklahomans for Equality today joined the Utah Pride Center, Campaign
for Southern Equality and twenty-five other organizations in filing an amicus
brief with the United States Supreme Court. The brief urges the justices to
strike down a wide range of anti-gay laws. The brief calls on the Court to
uphold appellate court rulings in both the Defense of Marriage and
Proposition 8 cases currently pending. Oklahomans for Equality joined Utah
Pride in this "Red State Brief" to detail the long history of anti-gay legislation
in many states around the nation that denigrates the LGBT community.
"This brief is about arguing on behalf of the millions of Americans who feel
hopeless that legislation on a state level will ever advance their cause," said
Utah Pride Attorney and former Bush Administration United States Attorney
Brett Tolman.
The brief contends that many local state laws are designed to routinely deny
gay citizens basic civil rights, and many state codes are woven in a tangle
that can only be unraveled by the courts.
Read the brief here
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
I.C.A.O. - Coronation VI
March 7th - 10th, 2013
Regent Emperor V Philip "Papa Scrappy" Saint Johns
& Regent Empress V Kris Kohl & The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Invite you to
Coronation VI
"A Night at the USO with Designing Women
and a Cast of Stars"
Thursday, March 7th
Meet and Greet at Tulsa Eagle @ 10 PM, No Cover
Friday, March 8th
Hospitality Noon to 3 at Host Hotel
Out of Town Show - Host Hotel - Doors at 6, Show at 7
$15 - includes bus tour
Bus leaves hotel at 9 - drag welcome but not required
Hospitality Midnight to 3
Must have wrist band for bus tour and hospitality Friday night.
�Saturday, March 9th
Hospitality - 8 am to 3 pm
Woman's Conference 1 pm - Host Hotel (Open to the Public, Free)
Coronation VI - Host Hotel - $45 (Dress is Theme or Formal)
Doors / Meet and Greet at 5 pm, Dinner at 6 pm and Ceremony at 7 pm
Hospitality - 1 hour after Coronation to 3 am
Sunday, March 10th
Victory Brunch - Host Hotel - $25
Doors at 10:30, Brunch at 11
Shot Party - 3 pm - 5 pm Bamboo Lounge - No Cover
Victory Show - 7 pm - ? Bamboo Lounge - No Cover
Hotel, Tickets and Program Advertising Information are available on theImperial
Court of All Oklahoma website
I.C.A.O. is a 501(c)3 Non Profit Organization
for more information contact ICAO on Facebook or
impcourtok@gmail.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Anything but Straight: Unmasking the Scandals and Lies Behind the
Ex-Gay Myth' by Wayne Besen
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
�Nationally known activist Wayne
Besen spent four years examining the
phenomenon of "ex-gay" ministries
and reparative therapies-interviewing
leaders, attending conferences, and
visiting ministries undercover as he
accumulated hundreds of hours of
research. The result is Anything but
Straight: Unmasking the Scandals
and Lies Behind the Ex-Gay Myth, a
groundbreaking
exposé
of
the
controversial movement that's revered
by independent religious groups and
reviled
by
gay
and
lesbian
organizations. The book presents a
historical perspective on the dispute,
examining "ex-gay" groups such as
Love In Action, Exodus International,
Homosexuals
Anonymous,
and
profiling a cast of characters that
includes Pat Robertson, the Rev.
Jerry Falwell, "ex-gay" poster boy John Paulk, National Association of
Research and Therapy of Homosexuality activist Richard Cohen, and
psychiatrist Dr. Robert Spitzer.
An in-depth, well-researched, and historically significant account, Anything
but Straight is full of startling facts and alarming surprises.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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eNews
March 13th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
SAGE hosts TCC
Welcome to the eNews.
OkEq will be hosting Marriage Equality Week on March 25th - 30th. Be
sure to check out all the events we have on schedule for the week.
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OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Homebuyer Class
MOREcolor Art Show
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Singles Night OUT
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Marriage Equality Week
Know Your Rights
Within Our Reach
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
In honor of their 14th anniversary,
Kelly Kirby and Charles Johnston made a donation to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign and
sponsored the Equality Center on the day of
Sunday, March 10th, 2013.
Thank You and Happy Anniversary, Kelly and Charles!
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Tulsa Two Spirit
Dining Out for Life
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
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Be Our Voice, Give a Day
�SAGE hosts TCC Center Tour
Tuesday, March 26th, 2013; 10:30 am
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
March 21st, 7:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
SAGE Tulsa will host a Tulsa Community College class tour of the Equality
Center on Tuesday, March 26th, 2013 at 10:30 am. Food will be provided
and the TCC students will join the SAGE members for intergenerational
discussions. Email lucas.green@okeq.org if you would like to attend.
The March exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
art of Steve Barrett and
Cheryl Quetone
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Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The March Monthly EBA Meeting will be on
Wednesday, March 13th, 2013 at 6:00 pm at the Equality
Center. This meeting is open to members and non-members, however you
must be a paid member to speak or vote on agenda items. This is your
chance to steer the organization so all members are encouraged to attend.
The March Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, March 20th,
2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by The Street Law Firm. Please RSVP and send an
invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is
open to members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business cards
and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The Street Law Firm
400 S. Boston Ave. Suite 1100W,
Tulsa, OK 74103
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month; 7:00 pm
OkEq will host the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on the 2nd
and 4th Thursdays of each month. Facilitator Conor
Cleary, an associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick, Gable,
Golden & Nelson, P.C., leads the topic discussions which
will change each meeting. Upcoming topics include wills,
rights of survivorship, medical issues, power of attorney
(durable) and inheritances, transgender name changes
and trans rights. The discussion will be followed by an
open Q&A session.
Topic for March 14th: Where There's a Will, There's a Way - Have you
drafted a will? How will you protect your property and belongings? Make
sure your property goes to the right person. Free and open to the public.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
�beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Homebuyer Education Class
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday,
March 28th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn
about the home buying process. The class will
be
conducted
by
Shane
Allbee
(Theinsurancecrew), Anthony Carr (Keller
Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (Bank
of the Wichitas Mortgage Company).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic steps
to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to knowing
"Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants will be
provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so send an
RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator, Mary Jones mary.jones@okeq.org.
MOREcolor Artist Submissions
Call for entries; Opening Night June 13th, 2013
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Calling all interested artists ages 18 and over, we are now open for
submissions for the annual MOREcolor Fine Arts Exhibition 2013, a highly
anticipated feature of the Tulsa Pride celebration.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
We strive to be very artist friendly, while providing a venue for cutting edge
artistic vision, expressed through all media, including performance and
installation creations.
The Festive and always surprising Opening Night reception will be held June
13th, 2013 at the Dennis R Neil Equality Center. It is free and open to the
public. For the 1st time this year, there will be a Juror's award as well as a
People's Choice award.
For submission details go to MOREcolorart.com
Tulsa Pride 2013
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Swing Dance Class
�Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate. Features
dances like East Coast
swing, Charleston, and
Lindy Hop. No partner
required, no experience
necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
Tulsa Pride 2013 is now accepting registrations for Volunteers
and Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org
Pride Planning Meeting
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday, March 28th at 7:30 pm
at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and anybody
interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Pride Idol
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 9:00 pm
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sagew
Services and Advocilcy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
&. Transgender Elders
Youth Program
New Age Renegade
1649 S Main St
Calling all entertainers! Here's your shot. The winner of Tulsa Pride's Drag
Idol will win a spot on the Tulsa Pride Main Stage during the Tulsa Pride
Street Festival. Drag, live vocals, spoken word, whatever! One night of
competition, Saturday March 30th at New Age Renegade, Hosted by
Tabitha Taylor. For rules and regulations and for additional information visit
Tulsa Pride on Facebook .
6th Annual Turn About Show
Monday, April 1st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Club Majestic
124 N Boston Ave
Come out and see your favorite LGBT bar owners and staff like you've never
seen them before. Monday April 1st, Doors open at 8:00 pm, No Cover
Charge! Raffles and Door Prizes. Proceeds benefit Tulsa Pride. 18 to Enter,
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 918.382.4429
for more information
�21 to Drink!
DREAM ACT Oklahoma
Saturday and Sunday, March 16th and 17th, 2013
Oklahomans for Equality will host a training session for
DREAM Act Oklahoma at the Equality Center on Saturday
March 16th from 6:00 - 10:00 pm and Sunday March 17th
from 9:00 am - 6:00 pm.
DAOK is excited to bring together potential leaders from all
around Oklahoma to decide the next phase of the
immigration youth movement. The retreat will set the direction and focus on
what Oklahoma needs. DAOK wants to outline a strategic process and listen
to you.
DREAM Act Oklahoma is a youth-lead organization with an emphasis on
civil rights for the undocumented community, trying to eradicate fear, help
educate and advocate for a better life and a brighter future.
For more information on DREAM Act OK or to sign up for the training,
contact Ivan Godinez at Ivan@dreamactok.org or visit dreamactok.org
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Save the Date! OkEq Equality Gala
Saturday, May 4th, 2013
The Annual OkEq Equality Gala has a new home on Facebook
like us o:n Facebook ]
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
CHJ-\ Jf:~
KIRK HOLT
And be sure to join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2013!
www.okeq.org/gala
Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013; 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
�Gender Outreach
March 20th is Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and the Creek
Nation HIV/AIDS Project will be having HIV testing at the Equality Center
from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. The day will also include speakers, light food and
beverages, information booths with give-a-ways. H.O.P.E. Testing will
provide tests from 4:00 - 8:00 pm.
Sponsored by
Creek Nation HIV/AIDS Project
H.O.P.E Testing Clinic
H.E.A.R.T. Native American Coalition of Green country
Tulsa LGBT Softball Keeps Growing
Tulsa Metro Softball League is kicking off their 5th Spring
Season on April 7th, 2013. To date, the league has 14
registered teams and expects to have more than 160
players. They're inviting everyone to get in on the action!
TMSL's annual Spring Recruitment Clinic will be held on
Saturday, March 9th, 2013 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at
Lantz Park. If you have ever wanted to play, this is the
way to find a team. All players, new and returning, that
are looking for a spring team should attend. At the
clinics, players will go through some drills, learn about
the league and meet coaches to be placed on a team. Lantz Park is located
at 821 N. Yale Ave in Tulsa.
TMSL also has several sponsorship opportunities available for their
upcoming spring season and their two big tournaments this summer.
To learn more about sponsorship and to get signed up to play visit
TulsaMetroSoftball.com
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
�Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by PENNY SLOTS AND JIMMIE
NEUTRON, the Superheroes of Love. Event will be ages
21 and over. Next meet is Friday, March 22nd, 2013
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Tulsa Growl 2013
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
Game Night
The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be sure
to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and to
register.
Marriage Equality Week
March 25th - 30th, 2013
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
For all the week's events, click here
TU Law School's SODA Presents LGBT Law
Monday, March 25th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Know Your Rights
On Monday, March 25th, 2013 TU Law School's SODA
(Sexual Orientation Diversity Alliance) will continue their
monthly presentations on the state of LGBT Law in
Oklahoma and the nation. As part of Marriage Equality
Week, the presentation will be entitled "Preview to the
Supreme Court Hearings on Marriage Equality" and will be at 7:00 pm at the
Equality Center.
Within Our Reach
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality in
FAMILY~
collaboration with Family &
Children's Services will be CHILDREN,S
SERVICES
offering "Within Our Reach" a
free, fun, educational couples
Life Changing .
relationship
enhancement
workshop. It is intended to help couples build on existing strengths and
teaches important skills to create safe and stable relationships. In addition,
couples will learn how to communicate effectively, work as a team to solve
problems, manage conflicts without damaging closeness, and preserve and
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
�enhance love, commitment and friendship.
Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, please call
Carrie at 918.560.1243 or email clitttle@fcsok.org
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Saturday, April 13th, 2013 8:00 pm
IDL Ballroom
230 E 1st St
Tulsa, OK 74103
Come on out to the IDL Ballroom in Downtown
Tulsa and enjoy a night with the Funniest.
Lesbian. Ever. Suzanne Westenhoefer. She's
bad... and she knows it. She's also rip-roaring
hilarity wrapped up with a silver bow and a gift
tag that says, "Just Try Me".
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Show starts at 8:00 pm
Seating is limited
For more info and to purchase tickets, call
918.798.3647 or visit here
Proceeds benefit Therapetics Service Dogs of Oklahoma. Therapetics works
to enhance the lives of individuals living with physical disabilities by
providing them with highly trained service dogs. For information on
Therapetics visit www.therapetics.org.
Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
April 19th - 22nd, 2013
Osage Hills State Park
2131 Osage Hills State Park Road
Pawhuska, OK 74056
The gathering's program will include workshops on traditional and
contemporary Native American culture, Pow Wows, stompdancing,
celebrations, Native faith, and other related activities. No alcohol, drugs or
guns will be allowed.
The Tulsa Two Spirits Society is "a non-profit Native American LGBT
Collective. We seek to affirm and embody positive traditional and modern
Two Spirit identities, and in so doing, be valued members of our
communities".
For more information or to register for the gathering, please visit
t h e Tulsa Two Spirits Gathering section on the OkEq website or
download the registration form here.
Dining Out for Life
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; Lunch and Dinner
H.O.P.E. is preparing for their Annual DINING OUT FOR LIFE in Tulsa. This
year the community will come together on Thursday, April 25th, 2013 to
support HIV prevention, testing, and education. Each participating restaurant
will give at least 25% of the proceeds from the evening to H.O.P.E.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
�Get a group of friends together, go out to eat, and support HIV prevention.
The more you eat and the more people you invite out to
eat, the more money is donated to H.O.P.E.
For a list of participating restaurants, please visit
www.hopetesting.org
Equality Center Pride Store
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The History of Lesbian Hair' by Mary Dugger
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In The History of Lesbian Hair, Mary
Dugger delivers an unrelentingly hilarious
view of the modern world. The redoubtable
Ms. D. offers an uproarious array of
illustrated essays, diagrams, and short
takes, subdivided into Life ("The Downside
to Lesbian Chic", how to "Build Your Own
Lesbian", "So You Want to Be a Straight
Girl", and the ultimate definition of children "pets with thumbs"), Liberty ("Far Right
Trading Cards", the ethics of outing, and an
irrefutable argument proving that if
homosexuals really do make up only 1.5
percent of the population, then every gay
person in Chicago spends an average of
$13.11 on liquor every single day), and The
Pursuit of Happiness (the birth of the
indomitable alter ego Marie DuGuerre, and
her ongoing search for love, romance, and
a decent vacation).
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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eNews
March 19th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
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Welcome to the eNews.
OkEq is hosting Marriage Equality Week on March 25th - 30th. Be sure
to check out all the events we have on schedule for the week.
eNews Staff
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LifeLine
First Thursday
Dining Out for Life
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Tim Dickmann made a donation to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
in memory of his mother, Barbara Dickmann's birthday and
sponsored OkEq and the Equality Center on
Sunday, March 17th, 2013.
Tulsa Two Spirit
CODE
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
�OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
March 21st, 7:00 pm
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The March Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by The
Insurance Crew, 420 S. Main Street, Suite 205, Tulsa, OK 74103. Please
RSVP and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are
welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring
plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial
about your business.
The Insurance Crew
420 S. Main Street, Suite 205
Tulsa, OK 74103
OkEq Art Exhibit
The March exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
art of Steve Barrett and
Cheryl Quetone
The April Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Monday, April 8th, 2013 at
6:00 pm, hosted by Steven Michael's Photography and held at Living Arts of
Tulsa. Please RSVP and send an invite to everyone on your friends list.
Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members
alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
commercial about your business.
Living Arts of Tulsa
307 E. Brady, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74120
The April Monthly EBA Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 at 6:00
pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is open to members and nonmembers, however you must be a paid member to speak or vote on agenda
items. This is your chance to steer the organization so all members are
encouraged to attend. If you have an item you want on the agenda, please
have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday April 8th.
Homebuyer Education Class
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday,
March 28th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn
about the home buying process. The class will
be
conducted
by
Shane
Allbee
(Theinsurancecrew), Anthony Carr (Keller
Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (Bank
of the Wichitas Mortgage Company).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic steps
to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to knowing
"Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants will be
provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so send an
RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones mary.jones@okeq.org.
MOREcolor Artist Submissions
Call for entries; Opening Night June 13th, 2013
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Calling all interested artists ages 18 and over, we are now open for
submissions for the annual MOREcolor Fine Arts Exhibition 2013, a highly
anticipated feature of the Tulsa Pride celebration.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
�We strive to be very artist friendly, while providing a venue for cutting edge
artistic vision, expressed through all media, including performance and
installation creations.
The Festive and always surprising Opening Night reception will be held June
13th, 2013 at the Dennis R Neil Equality Center. It is free and open to the
public. For the 1st time this year, there will be a Juror's award as well as a
People's Choice award.
For submission details go to MOREcolorart.com
Grieving Well
Tulsa Pride 2013
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Tulsa Pride 2013 is now accepting registrations for Volunteers
and Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org
Pride Planning Meeting
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday, March 28th at 7:30 pm
at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and anybody
interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Pride Idol
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 9:00 pm
New Age Renegade
1649 S Main St
Calling all entertainers! Here's your shot. The winner of Tulsa Pride Idol will
win a spot on the Tulsa Pride Main Stage during the Tulsa Pride Street
Swing Dance Class
Mondays
�Festival. Drag, live vocals, spoken word, whatever! One night of competition,
Saturday March 30th at New Age Renegade, Hosted by Tabitha Taylor. For
rules and regulations and for additional information visit Tulsa Pride on
Facebook.
6th Annual Turn About Show
Monday, April 1st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Club Majestic
124 N Boston Ave
Come out and see your favorite LGBT bar owners and staff like you've never
seen them before. Monday April 1st, Doors open at 8:00 pm, No Cover
Charge! Raffles and Door Prizes. Proceeds benefit Tulsa Pride. 18 to Enter,
21 to Drink!
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate. Features
dances like East Coast
swing, Charleston, and
Lindy Hop. No partner
required, no experience
necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
Save the Date! OkEq Equality Gala
Saturday, May 4th, 2013
The Annual OkEq Equality Gala has a new home on Facebook
like us o:n Facebook ]
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sagew
Se,vices and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
CH J-\ lF:~
KIRK HOLT
And be sure to join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2013!
www.okeq.org/gala
Tulsa LGBT Softball Keeps Growing
Opening Day on Sunday April 7th, 2013
Tulsa Metro Softball League is kicking off their 5th Spring
Season on April 7th, 2013. To date, the league has 14
registered teams and expects to have more than 160
players. They're inviting everyone to get in on the action!
TMSL also has several sponsorship opportunities
available for their upcoming spring season and their two
big tournaments this summer. To learn more about
sponsorship and to get signed up to play visit
TulsaMetroSoftball.com
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 918.382.4429
for more information
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Timers (TAPT)
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by PENNY SLOTS AND JIMMIE
NEUTRON, the Superheroes of Love. Event will be ages
21 and over. Next meet is Friday, March 22nd, 2013
Tulsa Growl 2013
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be sure
to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and to
register.
Marriage Equality Week
March 25th - 30th, 2013
Boot Camp
For all the week's events, click here
TU Law School's SODA Presents LGBT Law
Monday, March 25th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
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On Monday, March 25th, 2013 TU Law School's SODA
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(Sexual Orientation Diversity Alliance) will continue their
monthly presentations on the state of LGBT Law in
Oklahoma and the nation. As part of Marriage Equality
Week, the presentation will be entitled "Preview to the
Supreme Court Hearings on Marriage Equality" and will be at 7:00 pm at the
Equality Center.
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Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Oklahomans for Equality in
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collaboration with Family &
CHILDREN,S
Children's Services will be
SERVICES
offering "Within Our Reach" a
free, fun, educational couples
Life Chang i ng .
relationship
enhancement
workshop. It is intended to help couples build on existing strengths and
teaches important skills to create safe and stable relationships. In addition,
couples will learn how to communicate effectively, work as a team to solve
problems, manage conflicts without damaging closeness, and preserve and
enhance love, commitment and friendship.
Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, please call
Carrie at 918.560.1243 or email clitttle@fcsok.org
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Saturday, April 13th, 2013 8:00 pm
IDL Ballroom
230 E 1st St
Tulsa, OK 74103
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Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Come on out to the IDL Ballroom in Downtown
Tulsa and enjoy a night with the Funniest. Lesbian.
Ever. Suzanne Westenhoefer. She's bad... and
she knows it. She's also rip-roaring hilarity wrapped
up with a silver bow and a gift tag that says, "Just
Try Me".
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Show starts at 8:00 pm
Seating is limited
For more info and to purchase tickets, call
918.798.3647 or visit here
Proceeds benefit Therapetics Service Dogs of Oklahoma. Therapetics works
to enhance the lives of individuals living with physical disabilities by
providing them with highly trained service dogs. For information on
Therapetics visit www.therapetics.org.
LifeLine Screening at Circle Cinema
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Circle CInema
10 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74104
Circle Cinema and the
OpenArms Youth Project want
to invite you to a screening
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
17Ill
CIRCLECINEMA.
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
�of LifeLine, a 25 minute documentary about The Trevor Project and LGBTQ
youth suicide prevention. The film will screen at Circle Cinema on
Thursday, March 28th, 2013. Doors open at 7:30 and the screening will
begin shortly after. The concession stand will be open and a $5 suggested
donation will be asked for at the door with all proceeds going to Tulsa's
Openarms Youth Project.
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, April 4th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The April OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, will feature the work of three
different artists: Corazon Watkins, Carolyn Faseler and Don
Holladay in a combined show, beginning with a reception on
Thursday, April 4th, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month.
Dining Out for Life
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; Lunch and Dinner
H.O.P.E. is preparing for their Annual DINING OUT FOR
LIFE in Tulsa. This year the community will come together
on Thursday, April 25th, 2013 to support HIV prevention,
testing, and education. Each participating restaurant will
give at least 25% of the proceeds from the evening to
H.O.P.E.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Get a group of friends together, go out to eat, and support HIV prevention.
The more you eat and the more people you invite out to eat, the more
money is donated to H.O.P.E.
For a list of participating restaurants, please visit
www.hopetesting.org
Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
April 19th - 22nd, 2013
Osage Hills State Park
2131 Osage Hills State Park Road
Pawhuska, OK 74056
The gathering's program will include workshops on traditional and
contemporary Native American culture, Pow Wows, stompdancing,
celebrations, Native faith, and other related activities. No alcohol, drugs or
guns will be allowed.
The Tulsa Two Spirits Society is "a non-profit Native American LGBT
Collective. We seek to affirm and embody positive traditional and modern
Two Spirit identities, and in so doing, be valued members of our
communities".
For more information or to register for the gathering, please visit
t h e Tulsa Two Spirits Gathering section on the OkEq website or
download the registration form here.
CODE: An OML 2013 Fundraiser
Saturday, April 6th, 2013; 10:00 pm
On April 6th, 2013 the Tulsa Uniform and Leather Seekers Association
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
�(T.U.L.S.A.) will sponsor a fundraiser at the Tulsa Eagle for the current
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2013, Nate Benner. Nate will be the representative
from Oklahoma at the International Mr. Leather 2013 competition to be held
in Chicago over the Memorial Day
weekend. All proceeds from this evening
will go directly to his travel fund.
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
T.U.L.S.A. would love everyone to come
and help support Nate, OML 2013, on his
journey to Chicago for IML. Adherence to
dress code is not mandatory, but HIGHLY
encouraged. The event starts at 10:00 pm.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Scarlet Professor: Newton Arvin: A Literary Life Shattered by
Scandal' by Barry Werth
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
�During his thirty-seven years at Smith
College, Newton Arvin published
groundbreaking studies of Hawthorne,
Whitman, Melville, and Longfellow
that stand today as models of
scholarship and psychological acuity.
He cultivated friendships with the likes
of Edmund Wilson and Lillian Hellman
and became mentor to Truman
Capote. A social radical and closeted
homosexual, the circumspect Arvin
nevertheless survived McCarthyism.
But in September 1960 his apartment
was raided, and his cache of beefcake
erotica was confiscated, plunging him
into confusion and despair and
provoking his panicked betrayal of
several friends.
BAR.RY \\ 'FRTll
An utterly absorbing chronicle, The
Scarlet Professor deftly captures the
essence of a conflicted man and
offers a provocative and unsettling
look at American moral fanaticism..
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Vo:lunteer Tulsa,,
your local
action center!
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Hours: Mon - Sat 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Sun 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Oklahomans for Equality | 621 E. 4th Street | Tulsa, OK 74120 | 918.743.4297
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eNews
March 28th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Birth Announcement
Welcome to the eNews.
It's Marriage Equality Week at OkEq. Be sure to check out all the
events we have on schedule for the week.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Marriage Equality Week
Homebuyer Class
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Within Our Reach
The eNews for the week of March 28th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
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First Thursday
Equality Business Alliance
Guys Dine Too
GardenTru
MOREcolor Art Show
Tulsa Pride 2013
Equality Gala
TMSL
Spring Into Color
Mon -Sat9a m-6pm I Sun I l a
EBA Sponsor
Singles Night OUT
Tulsa Growl
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
In honor of 15 years together and their marriage in NYC on
3-19-12, Kenneth Joslin and Mark Linholm have donated to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign and
sponsored the Equality Center for the day of
Tuesday, March 19th, 2013.
Kenneth and Mark are pictured below in Times Square
with Mark's daughter Audrey.
LifeLine
Book Study
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Pride at TU
Gamily Picnic at the Zoo
Tulsa NOW
Dining Out for Life
Tulsa Two Spirit
No Walls Entertainment
CODE
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
�Find Us on Facebook
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
April 11th, 7:00 pm
Birth Announcement
Congratulations from Oklahomans for Equality
OkEq Art Exhibit
The March exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
art of Steve Barrett and
Cheryl Quetone
Rebeka Radcliff & Kim McDonald welcomed their first child last month.
Jordan Everett McRad was born a bouncing 8lbs 6oz on February 20th,
2013 at 11:00 am. Jordan's mommies stay busy admiring him and working in
social services in the Tulsa area. The couple were married in September
2010 in Montreal, Canada and held their reception at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Marriage Equality Week
March 25th - 30th, 2013
For all the week's events, click here
Homebuyer Education Class
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
�Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday,
March 28th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn
about the home buying process. The class will
be
conducted
by
Shane
Allbee
(Theinsurancecrew), Anthony Carr (Keller
Williams Realty) and Jason Dieckman (Bank
of the Wichitas Mortgage Company).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic steps
to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to knowing
"Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants will be
provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so send an
RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones mary.jones@okeq.org.
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on the 2nd and
4th Thursdays of each month. Facilitator Conor Cleary,
an associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick, Gable, Golden &
Nelson, P.C., leads the topic discussions which will
change each meeting. The discussion will be followed by
an open Q&A session. As part of Marriage Equality
Week, the OUTlaw Workshop will recap the hearings on
the Defense of Marriage Act and Prop 8.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
Within Our Reach
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 1:00 - 5:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality in
FAMILY~
collaboration with Family &
Children's Services will be CHILDREN,S
SERVICES
offering "Within Our Reach" a
free, fun, educational couples
Life Chang i ng .
relationship
enhancement
workshop. It is intended to help couples build on existing strengths and
teaches important skills to create safe and stable relationships. In addition,
couples will learn how to communicate effectively, work as a team to solve
problems, manage conflicts without damaging closeness, and preserve and
enhance love, commitment and friendship.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register, please call
Carrie at 918.560.1243 or email clittle@fcsok.org
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, April 4th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The April OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, will feature the work of three
different artists: Corazon Watkins, Carolyn Faseler and Don
Holladay in a combined show, beginning with a reception on
Thursday, April 4th, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
�James Prather
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The April Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Monday,
April 8th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Steven Michael's
Photography and held at Living Arts of Tulsa. Please RSVP and send an
invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is
open to members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business cards
and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
Living Arts of Tulsa
307 E. Brady, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74120
The April Monthly EBA Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 at 6:00
pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is open to members and nonmembers, however you must be a paid member to speak or vote on agenda
items. This is your chance to steer the organization so all members are
encouraged to attend. If you have an item you want on the agenda, please
have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday April 8th.
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, April 2nd, 2013; 6:30 pm
The April meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Sonoma Bistro and Wine Bar
Tuesday, April 2nd around 6:30 pm.
Sonoma Bistro is located at 3523 S Peoria Ave
www.sonomatulsa.com
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male
Allies/friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
Swing Dance Class
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate. Features
dances like East Coast
swing, Charleston, and
Lindy Hop. No partner
required, no experience
necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
MOREcolor Artist Submissions
Call for entries; Opening Night June 13th, 2013
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Calling all interested artists ages 18 and over, we are now open for
submissions for the annual MOREcolor Fine Arts Exhibition 2013, a highly
anticipated feature of the Tulsa Pride celebration.
We strive to be very artist friendly, while providing a venue for cutting edge
artistic vision, expressed through all media, including performance and
installation creations.
The Festive and always surprising Opening Night reception will be held June
13th, 2013 at the Dennis R Neil Equality Center. It is free and open to the
public. For the 1st time this year, there will be a Juror's award as well as a
People's Choice award.
For submission details go to MOREcolorart.com
Tulsa Pride 2013
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
�Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 918.382.4429
for more information
Tulsa Pride 2013 is now accepting registrations for Volunteers
and Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org
Pride Planning Meeting
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday, March 28th at 7:30 pm
at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and anybody
interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Pride Idol
Saturday, March 30th, 2013; 9:00 pm
New Age Renegade
1649 S Main St
Calling all entertainers! Here's your shot. The winner of Tulsa Pride Idol will
win a spot on the Tulsa Pride Main Stage during the Tulsa Pride Street
Festival. Drag, live vocals, spoken word, whatever! One night of competition,
Saturday March 30th at New Age Renegade, Hosted by Tabitha Taylor. For
rules and regulations and for additional information visit Tulsa Pride on
Facebook.
6th Annual Turn About Show
Monday, April 1st, 2013; 8:00 pm
Club Majestic
124 N Boston Ave
Come out and see your favorite LGBT bar owners and staff like you've never
seen them before. Monday April 1st, Doors open at 8:00 pm, No Cover
Charge! Raffles and Door Prizes. Proceeds benefit Tulsa Pride. 18 to Enter,
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
�21 to Drink!
Save the Date! OkEq Equality Gala
Saturday, May 4th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The Annual OkEq Equality Gala has a new home on Facebook
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Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
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KIRK HOLT
And be sure to join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2013!
www.okeq.org/gala
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Tulsa LGBT Softball Keeps Growing
Opening Day on Sunday April 7th, 2013
Tulsa Metro Softball League is kicking off their 5th Spring
Season on April 7th, 2013. To date, the league has 14
registered teams and expects to have more than 160
players. They're inviting everyone to get in on the action!
TMSL also has several sponsorship opportunities
available for their upcoming spring season and their two
big tournaments this summer. To learn more about
sponsorship and to get signed up to play visit
TulsaMetroSoftball.com
The eNews for the week of March 28th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
�Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by PENNY SLOTS AND JIMMIE
NEUTRON, the Superheroes of Love. Event will be ages
21 and over. Next meet is Friday, April 12th, 2013
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Tulsa Growl 2013
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
Game Night
The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be sure
to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and to
register.
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Saturday, April 13th, 2013; 8:00 pm
IDL Ballroom
230 E 1st St
Tulsa, OK 74103
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Come on out to the IDL Ballroom in Downtown
Tulsa and enjoy a night with the Funniest. Lesbian.
Ever. Suzanne Westenhoefer. She's bad... and
she knows it. She's also rip-roaring hilarity wrapped
up with a silver bow and a gift tag that says, "Just
Try Me".
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Show starts at 8:00 pm
Seating is limited
For more info and to purchase tickets, call
918.798.3647 or visit here
Proceeds benefit Therapetics Service Dogs of Oklahoma. Therapetics works
to enhance the lives of individuals living with physical disabilities by
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
�providing them with highly trained service dogs. For information on
Therapetics visit www.therapetics.org.
LifeLine Screening at Circle Cinema
Thursday, March 28th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Circle CInema
10 South Lewis Avenue
Tulsa, OK 74104
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meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
CIRCLECINEMA.
Circle Cinema and the
OpenArms Youth Project want
to invite you to a screening
of LifeLine, a 25 minute documentary about The Trevor Project and LGBTQ
youth suicide prevention. The film will screen at Circle Cinema on
Thursday, March 28th, 2013. Doors open at 7:30 and the screening will
begin shortly after. The concession stand will be open and a $5 suggested
donation will be asked for at the door with all proceeds going to Tulsa's
Openarms Youth Project.
Rev. Bob Lawrence Book Study
Every Thursday starting April 4th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance will be hosting Jay
Bakker (son of Jim and Tammy Faye) on May
16th, 2013. Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading
a study of his most recent book "Faith, Doubt
and Other Lines I Have Crossed: Searching for the Unknown God". Space
is limited. Please sign up with Rev. Bob at uccrevbob@gmail.com or Mary
Jones at mary.jones@okeq.org
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Tulsa Theatres present "8"
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 25th - 27th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage, with license from the American Foundation for
Equal Rights (AFER) and Broadway Impact, is proud to announce a oneweekend-only reading of "8," a play chronicling the historic trial in the federal
constitutional challenge to California's Proposition 8.
The script was written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Dustin
Lance Black, who penned the Academy Award-winning feature film "Milk"
and the film "J. Edgar". Black's "8" is based on the actual words of the trial
transcripts, first-hand observations of the courtroom drama and interviews
with the plaintiffs and their families.
The production and casts will combine the talents of three local theatres,
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage company, Odeum Theatre Company and
Theatre Pops.
The production will run one weekend, April 25th - 27th, 2013 at the Tulsa
Performing Arts Center's Liddy Doenges Theatre. All performances are at
7:30 pm.
To purchase tickets, visit myticketoffice.com
TU High School GSA Visit Day
Saturday, April 6th, 2013; 10:00 am
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
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Pride at TU is presenting a day for queer students,
allies and their parents to come see the University of Tulsa campus through
queer eyes.
Saturday, April 6th, 2013 10:00 am - 11:00 am: An official Campus tour led
by student University Ambassadors that will highlight the Little Blue House,
the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs and other LGBTQ relevant spaces.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Being Queer on Campus Panel - TU students, faculty
and staff present an honest discussion of the campus climate and what it's
like to be out on campus.
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Please RSVP and/or direct questions to
Zachary Harvat, president of Pride at TU, at
zachary-harvat@utulsa.edu
Gamily Picnic Day at the Tulsa Zoo
Saturday, April 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
Gamily is planning a picnic day at the Tulsa
Zoo be held on Sunday, April 21st, 2013 at
2:00 pm. It will be a BYOL: Bring Your Our
Lunch event. The Mohawk Park picnic area is
free to the public and Gamily will have area to
eat lunch and play before enjoying the Zoo.
Discount tickets for Zoo entry are available at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center for $4.00
and will not be sold on the day of the event. So
pick up your tickets today. For more
information email Gamily@okeq.org
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Tulsa National Organization for Women
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Sunday, April 7th, 2013; 2:00 pm
Tulsa's National Organization for Women is a new local
chapter of the National Organization for Women. NOW
has six priority issues that include: reproductive justice,
LGBT rights, racial rights, constitutional equality and
violence against women. Tulsa NOW is recruiting new
members and officers to perform outreach and education
in the eastern Oklahoma area.
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On April 2nd, Tulsa NOW will be joining Planned Parenthood of the
Heartland Tulsa office at the Oklahoma Capitol for a statewide lobby day. If
you are interested please visit Facebook. For registration, please visit here.
You can also e-mail Annie Norman for more information at:
annie.norman@ppheartland.org.
Tulsa NOW will meet at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on April 7th,
2013 at 2:00 pm. Feel free to bring a friend and a snack.
Dining Out for Life
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; Lunch and Dinner
H.O.P.E. is preparing for their Annual DINING OUT FOR
LIFE in Tulsa. This year the community will come together
on Thursday, April 25th, 2013 to support HIV prevention,
testing, and education. Each participating restaurant will
give at least 25% of the proceeds from the evening to
Di'ne, Qnl!, FigJi ti Al!}S, H.O.P.E.
Get a group of friends together, go out to eat, and support HIV prevention.
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
�The more you eat and the more people you invite out to eat, the more
money is donated to H.O.P.E.
For a list of participating restaurants, please visit
www.hopetesting.org
Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
April 19th - 22nd, 2013
Osage Hills State Park
2131 Osage Hills State Park Road
Pawhuska, OK 74056
The gathering's program will include workshops on traditional and
contemporary Native American culture, Pow Wows, stompdancing,
celebrations, Native faith, and other related activities. No alcohol, drugs or
guns will be allowed.
The Tulsa Two Spirits Society is "a non-profit Native American LGBT
Collective. We seek to affirm and embody positive traditional and modern
Two Spirit identities, and in so doing, be valued members of our
communities".
For more information or to register for the gathering, please visit
t h e Tulsa Two Spirits Gathering section on the OkEq website or
download the registration form here.
No Walls Entertainment Group Rehearsals
Performances May 31st, June 1st-2nd, 7th-9th; 2013
Each character in No Walls Entertainment Group's production of "An Adult
Fairytale" is faced with overcoming fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living. No Walls Entertainment Group would like to
invite you to join the rehearsals at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on
Sundays between now and the time of performances. The group meets from
1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No experience is necessary, the mission is to give
people the opportunity to experiment with being on stage with a supporting
acting group. If you are interested in
being part of our project please contact
Ty Tyson 918.850.9438 for details or just show up at rehearsal.
CODE: An OML 2013 Fundraiser
Saturday, April 6th, 2013; 10:00 pm
On April 6th, 2013 the Tulsa Uniform and Leather Seekers Association
(T.U.L.S.A.) will sponsor a fundraiser at the Tulsa Eagle for the current
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2013, Nate Benner. Nate will be the representative
from Oklahoma at the International Mr. Leather 2013 competition to be held
in Chicago over the Memorial Day weekend. All proceeds from this evening
will go directly to his travel fund.
T.U.L.S.A. would love everyone to come and help support Nate, OML 2013,
on his journey to Chicago for IML. Adherence to dress code is not
mandatory, but HIGHLY encouraged. The event starts at 10:00 pm.
�Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Prairie Storm' by Lynn E Lisarelli
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In the spring of 1890, Ann Johnson, injured
and on the run from a group of men who
claim that she murdered a child in the town
of Sutter's Ford, finds shelter and healing at
the cabin of Devorah Lee, a widow living
alone on the Kansas Prairie with her child,
Melissa.
Ann begins to develop strong feelings for
Devorah, and although Devorah returns
those feelings, she is hesitant and unsure
about this new awakening in her heart. Ann
faces two obstacles in her journey toward
wholeness: competing with the local doctor
for Devorah's affection, and struggling with
the repressed memory of the real killer's
identity. Will Ann Remember in time to
save Devorah's child from being the next
victim?
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
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In This Issue
First Thursday
Equality Business Alliance
MOREcolor Art Show
Welcome to the eNews.
Make your plans to attend our Equality Gala on Saturday May 4th,
2013. Tickets are now on sale and more information can be found at
www.okeq.org/gala
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Tulsa Pride 2013
Equality Gala
TMSL
Singles Night OUT
EBA Sponsor
First Thursday Art Reception
Green Country Bears
Thursday, April 4th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The April OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center, will feature the work of three
different artists: Corazon Watkins, Carolyn Faseler and Don
Holladay in a combined show, beginning with a reception on
Thursday, April 4th, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month.
Tulsa Growl
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Book Study
Swing Dance Class
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Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Pride at TU
Gamily Picnic at the Zoo
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
Tulsa NOW
The April Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Monday,
April 8th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Steven Michael's
Photography and held at Living Arts of Tulsa. Please RSVP and send an
invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is
open to members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business cards
and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
Baby Boomers and
Medicare
Miss Jolt 2013
Dining Out for Life
Tulsa Two Spirit
Living Arts of Tulsa
307 E. Brady, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74120
No Walls Entertainment
The April Monthly EBA Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 9th, 2013 at 6:00
pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is open to members and nonmembers, however you must be a paid member to speak or vote on agenda
items. This is your chance to steer the organization so all members are
encouraged to attend. If you have an item you want on the agenda, please
have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday April 8th.
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Rainbow Library
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submissions for the annual MOREcolor Fine Arts Exhibition 2013, a highly
anticipated feature of the Tulsa Pride celebration.
We strive to be very artist friendly, while providing a venue for cutting edge
artistic vision, expressed through all media, including performance and
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The Festive and always surprising Opening Night reception will be held June
13th, 2013 at the Dennis R Neil Equality Center. It is free and open to the
public. For the 1st time this year, there will be a Juror's award as well as a
People's Choice award.
For submission details go to MOREcolorart.com
Tulsa Pride 2013
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
April 11th, 7:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
The March exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
art of Steve Barrett and
Cheryl Quetone
Tulsa Pride 2013 is now accepting registrations for Volunteers
and Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org
Pride Planning Meeting
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday, April 25th at 7:30 pm at
the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and anybody interested
in helping is encouraged to attend.
Save the Date! OkEq Equality Gala
Saturday, May 4th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The Annual OkEq Equality Gala has a new home on Facebook
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Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
�Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
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Grieving Well
KIRK HOLT
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
And be sure to join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2013!
www.okeq.org/gala
Tulsa Metro Softball League
Opening Day on Sunday April 7th, 2013
Come out and help Tulsa Metro Softball League
celebrate the start of their 5th Spring Season on
Saturday April 7th, 2013. All events are open to the
public and TMSL has invited everyone to attend! Below is
a list of the events TMSL has planned for Opening
Weekend 2013.
Uniform Night 2013
Date: Friday, April 5th, 2013
Time: 7:30 pm - ???
Location: Tulsa Eagle - 1338 E. 3rd Street in Tulsa
What: Come out to meet the teams and players at TMSL's first social event
of the season.
Opening Day 2013
Date: Sunday, April 7th, 2013
"First Pitch" : 12:45 pm on Field 1
Games: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Location: Carl Smith Sports Complex - 17120 E. 21st Street - Tulsa
Fields: 1:00 - 4:00 pm
Opening Day Extra Innings
Date: Sunday, April 7th, 2013
Time: 4:30 pm - ??
Location: 209 The Arts Bar - 209 N. Boulder Ave in Tulsa
What: A fun social event held after the games to drink and mingle
To learn more and to get signed up to play visit TulsaMetroSoftball.com
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
�Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be ages
21 and over. Next meet is Friday, April 12th, 2013
The next event will be Singles Bingo. Not your
Grandma's bingo night. You will be glad you stopped
by.
Please
call
918.743.4297
or
email
mary.jones@okeq.org to reserve a seat. Seating will be
limited.
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Swing Dance Class
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance from
The Oklahoma Swing
Syndicate. Features
dances like East Coast
swing, Charleston, and
Lindy Hop. No partner
required, no experience
necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
Green Country Bears - Spring Fling
Saturday, April 13th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Tulsa Eagle
1338 E 3rd St
Come 'Fool Around' with the Green Country Bears for Spring Fling, April
13th, 2013 7:00 pm, at the Tulsa Eagle. Lots of Food, Fun, and
Entertainment! Hamburgers and Hot Dogs off the grill. Come party with the
Bears!
For more information about the Green Country Bears, please visit
greencountrybears.net
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
Tulsa Growl 2013
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
�The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be sure
to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and to
register.
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Saturday, April 13th, 2013; 8:00 pm
IDL Ballroom
230 E 1st St
Tulsa, OK 74103
Come on out to the IDL Ballroom in Downtown
Tulsa and enjoy a night with the Funniest. Lesbian.
Ever. Suzanne Westenhoefer. She's bad... and
she knows it. She's also rip-roaring hilarity wrapped
up with a silver bow and a gift tag that says, "Just
Try Me".
Doors open at 7:00 pm
Show starts at 8:00 pm
Seating is limited
For more info and to purchase tickets, call
918.798.3647 or visit here
Proceeds benefit Therapetics Service Dogs of Oklahoma. Therapetics works
to enhance the lives of individuals living with physical disabilities by
providing them with highly trained service dogs. For information on
Therapetics visit www.therapetics.org.
Rev. Bob Lawrence Book Study
Every Thursday starting April 4th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance will be hosting Jay
Bakker (son of Jim and Tammy Faye) on May
16th, 2013. Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading
a study of his most recent book "Faith, Doubt
and Other Lines I Have Crossed: Searching for the Unknown God". A copy
of the book will be available for purchase at the book study. Space is
limited. Please sign up with Rev. Bob at uccrevbob@gmail.com or Mary
Jones at mary.jones@okeq.org
Swing Dance Class - Learn the Shim Sham
Every Monday at 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Learn to swing dance from The
Oklahoma Swing Syndicate. Have
you been curious about swing
dancing but think you can't do it?
Don't know who Tacky Annie or
Shortie George are? Now's the
perfect time to get into the swing
of things! If tap dancing and swing
music had a love child, the Shim
Sham would be it! This jazz line dance is a lot of fun and the instructors
from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate will lead you through it, one step at a
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 918.382.4429
for more information
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
�time. No partner or experience needed! No partner required, no experience
necessary! For more info on TOSS, go to www.tosstulsa.org.
Free for OkEq members and $5 for non members.
Tulsa Theatres present "8"
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 25th - 27th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage, with license from the American Foundation for
Equal Rights (AFER) and Broadway Impact, is proud to announce a oneweekend-only reading of "8," a play chronicling the historic trial in the federal
constitutional challenge to California's Proposition 8.
The script was written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Dustin
Lance Black, who penned the Academy Award-winning feature film "Milk"
and the film "J. Edgar". Black's "8" is based on the actual words of the trial
transcripts, first-hand observations of the courtroom drama and interviews
with the plaintiffs and their families.
The production and casts will combine the talents of three local theatres,
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage company, Odeum Theatre Company and
Theatre Pops.
The production will run one weekend, April 25th - 27th, 2013 at the Tulsa
Performing Arts Center's Liddy Doenges Theatre. All performances are at
7:30 pm.
To purchase tickets, visit myticketoffice.com
TU High School GSA Visit Day
Saturday, April 6th, 2013; 10:00 am
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Pride at TU is presenting a day for queer students,
allies and their parents to come see the University of Tulsa campus through
queer eyes.
Saturday, April 6th, 2013 10:00 am - 11:00 am: An official Campus tour led
by student University Ambassadors that will highlight the Little Blue House,
the Office of Multicultural Student Affairs and other LGBTQ relevant spaces.
11:00 am - 12:00 pm: Being Queer on Campus Panel - TU students, faculty
and staff present an honest discussion of the campus climate and what it's
like to be out on campus.
Please RSVP and/or direct questions to
Zachary Harvat, president of Pride at TU, at
zachary-harvat@utulsa.edu
Gamily Picnic Day at the Tulsa Zoo
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Saturday, April 21st, 2013; 2:00 pm
Gamily is planning a picnic day at the Tulsa Zoo be held on Sunday, April
21st, 2013 at 2:00 pm. It will be a BYOL: Bring Your Our Lunch event. The
Mohawk Park picnic area is free to the public and Gamily will have area to
eat lunch and play before enjoying the Zoo. Discount tickets for Zoo entry
are available at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center for $4.00 and will not be
sold on the day of the event. So pick up your tickets today. For more
information email Gamily@okeq.org
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
�Counseling
Services
Tulsa National Organization for Women
Saturdays
By appointment
Sunday, April 7th, 2013; 2:00 pm
Tulsa's National Organization for Women is a new local
chapter of the National Organization for Women. NOW
has six priority issues that include: reproductive justice,
LGBT rights, racial rights, constitutional equality and
violence against women. Tulsa NOW is recruiting new
members and officers to perform outreach and education
in the eastern Oklahoma area.
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
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On April 2nd, Tulsa NOW will be joining Planned Parenthood of the
Heartland Tulsa office at the Oklahoma Capitol for a statewide lobby day. If
you are interested please visit Facebook. For registration, please visit here.
You can also e-mail Annie Norman for more information at:
annie.norman@ppheartland.org.
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Tulsa NOW will meet at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on April 7th,
2013 at 2:00 pm. Feel free to bring a friend and a snack.
Baby Boomers and Medicare
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
On Tuesday, April 30th, 2013 at 6:30 pm, Al Triggs
(Creative Marketing Director for Legacy Insurance
Advisors) and former OkEq Board Member will present
Baby Boomers and Meicare. Al will present information
on Medicare Supplements and information on where you
can get the most for your Parents' MONEY. Do your
Parents find the descriptions about supplement programs confusing? Do
you feel they are paying too much money? Are their medications too
expensive? Are you or your partner or even your parents on a fixed income?
You and your parents cannot afford to miss this event.
Miss JOLT 2013
Friday, April 12th, 2013; 8:15 pm
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Club Renegade
1649 S Main St
The Tulsa Lambda Bowling League is sponsoring it's annual
Miss JOLT pageant Saturday, April 12th, 2013 at 8:15 pm at
Club Renegade. The pageant is a fundraiser to help host
the annual JOLT bowling tournament to be held in October this year.
Bowlers from across the U.S. come to Tulsa to be a part of this weekend
tournament and all it's associated fun and activities.
Dining Out for Life
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; Lunch and Dinner
H.O.P.E. is preparing for their Annual DINING OUT FOR LIFE in Tulsa. This
year the community will come together on Thursday, April 25th, 2013 to
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
�support HIV prevention, testing, and education. Each
participating restaurant will give at least 25% of the
proceeds from the evening to H.O.P.E.
Get a group of friends together, go out to eat, and support
HIV prevention. The more you eat and the more people
you invite out to eat, the more money is donated to
H.O.P.E.
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
For a list of participating restaurants, please visit
www.hopetesting.org
Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
April 19th - 22nd, 2013
Osage Hills State Park
2131 Osage Hills State Park Road
Pawhuska, OK 74056
The gathering's program will include workshops on traditional and
contemporary Native American culture, Pow Wows, stompdancing,
celebrations, Native faith, and other related activities. No alcohol, drugs or
guns will be allowed.
The Tulsa Two Spirits Society is "a non-profit Native American LGBT
Collective. We seek to affirm and embody positive traditional and modern
Two Spirit identities, and in so doing, be valued members of our
communities".
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
For more information or to register for the gathering, please visit
t h e Tulsa Two Spirits Gathering section on the OkEq website or
download the registration form here.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
No Walls Entertainment Group Rehearsals
Performances May 31st, June 1st-2nd, 7th-9th; 2013
Each
character
in
No
Walls
Entertainment Group's production of "An
Adult Fairytale" is faced with overcoming
fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living. No Walls
Entertainment Group would like to invite
you to join the rehearsals at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on Sundays
between now and the time of
performances. The group meets from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No experience is
necessary, the mission is to give people the opportunity to experiment with
being on stage with a supporting acting group. If you are interested in being
part of our project please contact Ty Tyson 918.850.9438 for details or just
show up at rehearsal.
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
�MISSION:
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Investitures for Reign VI
"The Old Lady who lives in a Shoe - A night of Nursery Rhyme Fantasy)
Saturday, April 13th, 2013
Meet/Greet & Ceremony 5:00 - 7:00 pm @ The Tulsa Eagle
(No Cover, Donations will be accepted)
Show 8:30 pm - ? @ The Bamboo Lounge (No Cover)
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Host: Empress VI - Cougar Anne Savon-Ewing
Suggested Dress is Formal or Theme Attire
CODE: An
OML 2013 Fundraiser
Proceeds benefit the I.C.A.O. Reign VI Charity Fund
Saturday, April 6th, 2013; 10:00 pm
more
or message us on
OnFor
April
6th,information
2013 the email
Tulsa impcourtok@gmail.com
Uniform and
Facebook
Leather Seekers Association (T.U.L.S.A.)
will sponsor a fundraiser at the Tulsa Eagle
for the current Oklahoma Mr. Leather
2013, Nate Benner. Nate will be the
representative from Oklahoma at the
International Mr. Leather 2013 competition
to be held in Chicago over the Memorial
Day weekend. All proceeds from this
evening will go directly to his travel fund.
T.U.L.S.A. would love everyone to come
and help support Nate, OML 2013, on his
journey to Chicago for IML. Adherence to
dress code is not mandatory, but HIGHLY
encouraged. The event starts at 10:00 pm.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
�Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Time of the Kingfishers' by David Watmough
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
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A rich, elegiac novel about family,
friendship,
and
loyalty
featuring
Watmough's protagonist Davey Bryant. As
the compassionate and witty narrator,
Davey leads the reader through various
upheavals in the life he shares with Ken,
his companion, and their friends.
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At the heart of their journeys is Davey's
own plaintive recollections of a past we all
hope to recapture.
Check for this selection and more by
visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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Organization of
Vo:lunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
TULSA
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Hours: Mon - Sat 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Sun 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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Tulsa Growl
First Thursday Art
Book Study
Swing Dance Class
TOSS
Baby Boomers and Medicare
Homebuyer Class
Legal Clinic
Dining Out for Life
Mother's Day Service
No Walls Entertainment
OkEq Equality Gala 2013
Saturday, May 4th, 2013; 6:30 pm
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
May 16th, 7:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
And be sure to join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2013!
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Day at the Tulsa Zoo
Sunday, April 21st, 2013; 9:00 am - 5:00 pm; Gamily picnic at 2:00 pm
Tulsa Pride and OkEq's Gamily (Gay Family
Program) are teaming up to have a day at the
Tulsa Zoo be held on Sunday, April 21st,
2013 from 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. Gamily will
host a BYOL: Bring Your Own Lunch picnic at
2:00 pm. Gamily will have area (look for the
rainbow umbrellas!) to eat lunch and play
before enjoying the Zoo. Discount tickets
for Zoo entry are available at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center for $4.00 and there is
a $2.00 charge at the Mohawk Park
entrance. So pick up your tickets today. For more information
email Gamily@okeq.org
Tulsa Theatres present "8"
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 25th - 27th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage, with license from the American Foundation for
Equal Rights (AFER) and Broadway Impact, is proud to announce a oneweekend-only reading of "8," a play chronicling the historic trial in the
federal constitutional challenge to California's Proposition 8.
The April exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the works of
Corazon Watkins,
Carolyn Faseler and
Don Holladay in a
combined show
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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The script was written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Dustin
Lance Black, who penned the Academy Award-winning feature film "Milk"
and the film "J. Edgar". Black's "8" is based on the actual words of the trial
transcripts, first-hand observations of the courtroom drama and interviews
with the plaintiffs and their families.
The production and casts will combine the talents of three local theatres,
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage company, Odeum Theatre Company and
Theatre Pops.
The production will run one weekend, April 25th - 27th, 2013 at the Tulsa
Performing Arts Center's Liddy Doenges Theatre. All performances are at
7:30 pm.
To purchase tickets, visit myticketoffice.com
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; 7:00 pm
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on the 2nd
and 4th Thursdays of each month. Facilitator Conor
Cleary, an associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick, Gable,
Golden & Nelson, P.C., leads the topic discussions
which will change each meeting. Upcoming topics
include wills, rights of survivorship, medical issues,
power of attorney (durable) and inheritances,
transgender name changes and trans rights. The
discussion will be followed by an open Q&A session.
Zumba Fitness
Sundays starting May 5th, 2013; 2:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Zumba Fitness� is a high energy dance class
designed to burn calories and tone the entire body! Join
the Party-- the Fitness-Fiesta-- and dance away your
worries. Class is one hour.
Carlos A. Bejarano is a Tulsa native & Zumba Fitness�
Instructor since October 2012, Carlos creates a party
atmosphere by combining Latin, hip-hop and international rhythms with a
huge smile for a unique workout class experience.
Zumba
Fitness
Sundays
2:30 pm
Zumba Fitness� is a high
energy dance class
designed to burn calories
and tone the entire body!
Join the Party-- the
Fitness-Fiesta-- and
dance away your worries.
Class is one hour.
Facilitated by
Carlos Bejarano
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Free for OkEq Members, $5 for Non Members
Tulsa Pride 2013
Grieving Well
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2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Tulsa Pride 2013 is now accepting registrations for Volunteers
and Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org
Pride Planning Meeting
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday, April 25th, 2013 at
7:30 pm at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and
anybody interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Tulsa Pride Events
• Friday, May 10th, 2013 - Leather and Lace Fetish Fashion Show
@ Tulsa Eagle 9:00 p - 2:00 am
• Saturday, May 11th, 2013 - Pants off for Pride @ Mojo's 9:00 pm 2:00 am
• Friday, May 17th, 2013 - Pride Night @ TNT's 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
• Saturday, May 18th, 2013 Pride Night @ Bamboo Lounge 9:00 pm
- 2:00 am
• Sunday, May 26th, 2013 - Okahomo! a Sing-Along @ 209 the Arts
Bar 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Details about these events are available on the Tulsa Pride smartphone
app or www.tulsapride.org or Tulsa Pride's Facebook.
Equality Business Alliance
Gl Swing Class
Swing Dance Class
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance
from The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate.
Features dances like East
Coast swing, Charleston,
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Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The May Monthly EBA Business Meeting will be on
Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at 6:00 pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is
open to members and non-members, however you must be a paid member
to speak or vote on agenda items. This is your chance to steer the
organization so all members are encouraged to attend. If you have an item
you want on the agenda, please have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday
May 6th.
The May Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 at
6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Shock. Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and
send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This
event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business
cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
Tulsa Shock
BOK Center
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
MOREcolor Artist Submissions
Submission deadline is April 30th, 2013
MORE color
, ·
Calling all interested artists ages 18 and over, we are now open for
submissions for the annual MOREcolor Fine Arts Exhibition 2013, a highly
anticipated feature of the Tulsa Pride celebration.
We strive to be very artist friendly, while providing a venue for cutting edge
artistic vision, expressed through all media, including performance and
installation creations.
and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
E< Transgender Elders
Youth Program
The Festive and always surprising Opening Night reception will be held
June 13th, 2013 at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. It is free and open
to the public. For the 1st time this year, there will be a Juror's award as
well as a People's Choice award.
For submission details go to MOREcolorart.com
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
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Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Next meet is Friday, April 26th,
2013.
The eNews for the week of April 19th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Tulsa Growl 2013
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd
- 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be
sure to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and
to register.
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Boot Camp
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The May OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Equality Center
will feature the photographic works of Lanette Buchanan in a show,
beginning with a reception on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00
pm and continuing throughout the month.
Book Study
"Faith, Doubt & Other Lines I've Crossed"
Every Thursday; 7:00 pm
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance will be hosting Jay Bakker
(son of Jim and Tammy Faye) on May 16th, 2013.
Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading a study of his most
recent book "Faith, Doubt and Other Lines I
Have Crossed: Searching for the Unknown God". A copy
of the book will be available for purchase at the book
study. Space is limited. Please sign up with Rev. Bob at
uccrevbob@gmail.com
or
Mary
Jones
at
mary.jones@okeq.org
Swing Dance Class - Learn the Shim Sham
Every Monday at 7:00 pm
Swing Class
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Learn to swing dance from The
Oklahoma
Swing
Syndicate.
Have you been curious about
swing dancing but think you can't
do it? Don't know who Tacky
Annie or Shortie George are?
Now's the perfect time to get into
the swing of things!
If tap
dancing and swing music had a
love child, the Shim Sham would be it! This jazz line dance is a lot of fun
and the instructors from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate will lead you
through it, one step at a time. No partner or experience needed! No
partner required, no experience necessary! For more info on TOSS, go to
theoklahomaswingsyndicate.org. Free for OkEq members and $5 for
non members.
Johnny Boyd and Indigo Swing
Saturday April 27th, 2013; Classes start at 6:30 pm, Show at 7:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Coming up on April 27th, 2013, for one
very special night only, The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate will be meeting at
another location. So pack up your
dancin' shoes and meet us at Equality
Center at, in beautiful downtown Tulsa.
Change is never easy, so to sweeten
the pot TOSS is bringing not one but
TWO BANDS! The award-winning Little
Joe Blues band will open the show, and
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
SINGER , SONGWRITER , swntG LOVER!
LIVE ON STAGE/
JOt1NNY
BOYD
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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then singer, songwriter and swing lover
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Johnny Boyd and his band will perform
LIVE your favorite Indigo Swing songs
and dance tunes from Johnny's brand new album, Never Been Blue. As
always, the intermediate lesson will start at 6:30, and beginner lesson will
start at 7:00. The festivities will begin at 7:30 and we'll dance until 11:00!
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Tickets are $10 in advance, or $12 at the door. Advance tickets may be
purchased at johnnyboyd.com/tour. TOSS members will get a special
--- -- ------benefit - including the possibility of winning one of two upcoming Lindy
Hop workshop passes.
For more information, visit www.theoklahomaswingsyndicate.org or
find TOSS on Facebook
Baby Boomers and Medicare
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
On Tuesday, April 30th, 2013 at 6:30 pm, Al Triggs
(Creative Marketing Director for Legacy Insurance
Advisors) and former OkEq Board Member will present
Baby Boomers and Medicare.
Al will present
information on Medicare Supplements and information
on where you can get the most for your parents' MONEY. Do your parents
find the descriptions about supplement programs confusing? Do you feel
they are paying too much money? Are their medications too expensive?
Are you or your partner or even your parents on a fixed income? You and
your parents cannot afford to miss this event. For more information,
contact mary.jones@okeq.
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Homebuyer Education Class
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday, April
25th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn about the
home buying process. The class will be conducted
by Equality Business Alliance members Shane
Allbee (Theinsurancecrew), Anthony Carr (Keller Williams Realty) and
Jason Dieckman (Bank of the Wichitas Mortgage Company).
There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic
steps to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to
knowing "Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants
will be provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so
send an RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones
mary.jones@okeq.org.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Legal Aid Services Legal Clinic
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013; 6:00 pm
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LEGAL AID SERVICES
OF OKLAHOMA, INC .
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Making Equal Justict for All a Reality
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's next Legal Clinic at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center is on Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, at 6:00 pm. This event is
free and open to the public.
Dining Out for Life
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; Lunch and Dinner
H.O.P.E. is preparing for their Annual DINING OUT FOR
LIFE in Tulsa. This year the community will come
together on Thursday, April 25th, 2013 to support HIV
prevention, testing, and education. Each participating
restaurant will give at least 25% of the proceeds from the
Dine Out. t'igJ!_t AI05J
evening to H.O.P.E.
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Get a group of friends together, go out to eat, and support HIV prevention.
The more you eat and the more people you invite out to eat, the more
money is donated to H.O.P.E.
For a list of participating restaurants, please visit www.hopetesting.org
or the Dining Out for Life Facebook Event
Mother's Day Service
Sunday, May 12th, 2013; 11:00 am
Parish Church of St. Jerome
205 W King St
The Parish Church of St. Jerome extends a warm
invitation to all mothers for service on Mother's
Day, Sunday, May 12th, 2013 at 11:00 am. We
invite all mothers, single or partnered, Lesbian or
straight. If you are not a Mom, bring yours,
especially if she has been a supportive force in your life as an LGBTQ
person. We want to show our gratitude and love to those who have
nurtured and supported us with a special gift. St. Jerome is located at 205
W. King St. (Denver & King), Tulsa.
No Walls Entertainment Group Rehearsals
Performances May 31st, June 1st - 2nd, 7th - 9th; 2013
Each
character
in
No
Walls
Entertainment Group's production of "An
Adult Fairytale" is faced with overcoming
fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living. No Walls
Entertainment Group would like to invite
you to join the rehearsals at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on Sundays
between now and the time of
performances. The group meets from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No experience
is necessary, the mission is to give people the opportunity to experiment
with being on stage with a supporting acting group. If you are interested in
being part of our project please contact Ty Tyson 918.850.9438 for details
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
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or just show up at rehearsal.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Why Marriage Matters: America, Equality, and
Gay People's Right to Marry' by Evan Wolfson
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Why Marriage Matters offers a compelling,
intelligently reasoned discussion of a
question at the forefront of our national
consciousness. It is the work of one of the
most influential attorneys in America, who
has dedicated his life to the protection of
individuals' rights and our Constitution's
commitment to equal justice under the
law. Above all, it is a clear, straightforward
book that brings into sharp focus the very
human significance of the right to marry in
America -- not just for some couples, but
for all.
AMERICA , EQUALITY , AND
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
GAY PEOPLE ' S
RIGHT TO MARRY
Why is the word marriage so important?
Will marriage for same-sex couples hurt
the "sanctity" of the institution? How can
people of different faiths reconcile their
beliefs with the idea of marriage for same-sex couples? How will allowing
gay couples to marry affect children?
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In this quietly powerful volume, the most authoritative and fairly articulated
book on the subject, Wolfson demonstrates why the right to marry is
important -- indeed necessary -- for all couples and for America's promise
of equality.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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In This Issue
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Dining Out for Life
Homebuyer Class
Welcome to the eNews.
Make your plans to attend our Equality Gala on Saturday May 4th, 2013.
Purchase a seat now and find more information at www.okeq.org/gala.
Deadline for purchase is Friday, April 26th.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
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TOSS
Tulsa Pride 2013
Equality Business Alliance
MOREcolor Art Show
Singles Night OUT
OkEq Equality Gala 2013
Saturday, May 4th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The Annual OkEq Equality Gala has a new home on Facebook
EBA Sponsor
Zumba Fitness
Tulsa Growl
Guys Dine Too
First Thursday Art
Book Study
Swing Dance Class
Baby Boomers and Medicare
Legal Clinic
NERDception
Mother's Day Service
No Walls Entertainment
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
And be sure to join us on Saturday, May 4th, 2013!
www.okeq.org/gala
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Tulsa Theatres present "8"
Thursday, Friday and Saturday, April 25th - 27th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage, with license from the American Foundation for
Equal Rights (AFER) and Broadway Impact, is proud to announce a oneweekend-only reading of "8," a play chronicling the historic trial in the
federal constitutional challenge to California's Proposition 8.
The script was written by Academy Award-winning screenwriter Dustin
Lance Black, who penned the Academy Award-winning feature film "Milk"
and the film "J. Edgar". Black's "8" is based on the actual words of the trial
transcripts, first-hand observations of the courtroom drama and interviews
with the plaintiffs and their families.
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
May 16th, 7:00 pm
The production and casts will combine the talents of three local theatres,
Theatre Tulsa's New Stage company, Odeum Theatre Company and
Theatre Pops.
The production will run one weekend, April 25th - 27th, 2013 at the Tulsa
Performing Arts Center's Liddy Doenges Theatre. All performances are at
7:30 pm.
To purchase tickets, visit myticketoffice.com
Dining Out for Life
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; Lunch and Dinner
H.O.P.E. is preparing for their Annual DINING OUT FOR
LIFE in Tulsa. This year the community will come
together on Thursday, April 25th, 2013 to support HIV
prevention, testing, and education. Each participating
restaurant will give at least 25% of the proceeds from the
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Done
~ AIDS,
evening to H.O.P.E.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The April exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the works of
Corazon Watkins,
Carolyn Faseler and
Don Holladay in a
combined show
Get a group of friends together, go out to eat, and support HIV prevention.
The more you eat and the more people you invite out to eat, the more
money is donated to H.O.P.E.
For a list of participating restaurants, please visit www.hopetesting.org
or the Dining Out for Life Facebook Event
Homebuyer Education Class
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will be hosting a free
Homebuyer Education Class on Thursday, April
25th, 2013 at 6:30 pm. Join us to learn about the
home buying process. The class will be conducted
by Equality Business Alliance members Shane
Allbee (Theinsurancecrew), Anthony Carr (Keller Williams Realty) and
Jason Dieckman (Bank of the Wichitas Mortgage Company).
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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There is no admission fee for this informational class. Learn the basic
steps to homeownership: Lender/Realtor/Insurance and the basics to
knowing "Your Credit". The class will include a Q&A session. Participants
will be provided with a packet to get started. Seating will be limited so
send an RSVP to OkEq Program Coordinator Mary Jones
mary.jones@okeq.org.
Johnny Boyd and Indigo Swing
Saturday April 27th, 2013; Classes start at 6:30 pm, Show at 7:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
SINGER , SONGWRITER , SWING LOVER!
LIVE ON STAGE/
Coming up on April 27th, 2013, for one
very special night only, The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate will be meeting at
another location. So pack up your
dancin' shoes and meet us at Equality
Center at, in beautiful downtown Tulsa.
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TWO BANDS! The award-winning Little
Joe Blues band will open the show, and
then singer, songwriter and swing lover
Johnny Boyd and his band will perform
LIVE your favorite Indigo Swing songs
and dance tunes from Johnny's brand new album, Never Been Blue. As
always, the intermediate lesson will start at 6:30, and beginner lesson will
start at 7:00. The festivities will begin at 7:30 and we'll dance until 11:00!
JOt1NNY
BOYD
MDAIOffDaa.
Zumba
Fitness
Sundays
2:30 pm
Zumba Fitness� is a high
energy dance class
designed to burn calories
and tone the entire body!
Join the Party-- the
Fitness-Fiesta-- and
dance away your worries.
Class is one hour.
Facilitated by
Carlos Bejarano
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Tickets are $10 in advance, or $12 at the door. Advance tickets may be
purchased at johnnyboyd.com/tour.
- - - - - - - - TOSS members will get a special
benefit - including the possibility of winning one of two upcoming Lindy
Hop workshop passes.
For more information, visit www.theoklahomaswingsyndicate.org or
find TOSS on Facebook
Tulsa Pride 2013
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
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2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Tulsa Pride 2013 is now accepting registrations for Volunteers
and Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org
Pride Planning Meeting
Thursday, April 25th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride will have a planning meeting Thursday, April 25th, 2013 at
7:30 pm at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and
anybody interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Tulsa Pride Events
• Friday, May 10th, 2013 - Leather and Lace Fetish Fashion Show
@ Tulsa Eagle 9:00 p - 2:00 am
• Saturday, May 11th, 2013 - Pants off for Pride @ Mojo's 9:00 pm 2:00 am
• Friday, May 17th, 2013 - Pride Night @ TNT's 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
• Saturday, May 18th, 2013 Pride Night @ Bamboo Lounge 9:00 pm
- 2:00 am
• Sunday, May 26th, 2013 - Okahomo! a Sing-Along @ 209 the Arts
Bar 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Details about these events are available on the Tulsa Pride smartphone
app or www.tulsapride.org or Tulsa Pride's Facebook.
Equality Business Alliance
Gl Swing Class
Swing Dance Class
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance
from The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate.
Features dances like East
Coast swing, Charleston,
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Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The May Monthly EBA Business Meeting will be on
Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at 6:00 pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is
open to members and non-members, however you must be a paid member
to speak or vote on agenda items. This is your chance to steer the
organization so all members are encouraged to attend. If you have an item
you want on the agenda, please have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday
May 6th.
The May Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 at
6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Shock. Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and
send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This
event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business
cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
Tulsa Shock
BOK Center
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
MOREcolor Artist Submissions
Submission deadline is April 30th, 2013
MORE color
, ·
Calling all interested artists ages 18 and over, we are now open for
submissions for the annual MOREcolor Fine Arts Exhibition 2013, a highly
anticipated feature of the Tulsa Pride celebration.
We strive to be very artist friendly, while providing a venue for cutting edge
artistic vision, expressed through all media, including performance and
installation creations.
and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
E< Transgender Elders
Youth Program
The Festive and always surprising Opening Night reception will be held
June 13th, 2013 at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. It is free and open
to the public. For the 1st time this year, there will be a Juror's award as
well as a People's Choice award.
For submission details go to MOREcolorart.com
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
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Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Next meet is Friday, April 26th,
2013.
The eNews for the week of April 24th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Zumba Fitness
Sundays starting May 5th, 2013; 2:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Zumba Fitness� is a high energy dance class
designed to burn calories and tone the entire body! Join
the Party-- the Fitness-Fiesta-- and dance away your
worries. Class is one hour.
Carlos A. Bejarano is a Tulsa native & Zumba Fitness�
Instructor since October 2012, Carlos creates a party
atmosphere by combining Latin, hip-hop and international rhythms with a
huge smile for a unique workout class experience.
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Free for OkEq Members, $5 for Non Members
Tulsa Growl 2013
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
Boot Camp
The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd
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- 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be
sure to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and
to register.
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, May 7th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The May meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Bangkok Restaurant &
Buffet on Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 around 6:30 pm.
Bangkok Rstaurant & Buffet is located at 3313 E 32nd Pl
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
===The May OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Equality Center
will feature the photographic works of Lanette Buchanan in a show,
beginning with a reception on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00
pm and continuing throughout the month.
Book Study
"Faith, Doubt & Other Lines I've Crossed"
Every Thursday; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance will be hosting Jay Bakker
(son of Jim and Tammy Faye) on May 16th, 2013.
Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading a study of his most
recent book "Faith, Doubt and Other Lines I
Have Crossed: Searching for the Unknown God". A copy
of the book will be available for purchase at the book
study. Space is limited. Please sign up with Rev. Bob at
uccrevbob@gmail.com
or
Mary
Jones
at
mary.jones@okeq.org
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Swing Dance Class - Learn the Shim Sham
Every Monday at 7:00 pm
Swing Class
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Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Learn to swing dance from The
Oklahoma
Swing
Syndicate.
Have you been curious about
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swing dancing but think you can't
do it? Don't know who Tacky
Annie or Shortie George are?
Now's the perfect time to get into
the swing of things!
If tap
dancing and swing music had a love child, the Shim Sham would be it!
This jazz line dance is a lot of fun and the instructors from The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate will lead you through it, one step at a time. No partner or
experience needed! No partner required, no experience necessary! For
more info on TOSS, go to theoklahomaswingsyndicate.org. Free for
OkEq members and $5 for non members.
Swing Class
Baby Boomers and Medicare
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Tuesday, April 30th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
On Tuesday, April 30th, 2013 at 6:30 pm, Al Triggs
(Creative Marketing Director for Legacy Insurance
Advisors) and former OkEq Board Member will present
Baby Boomers and Medicare.
Al will present
information on Medicare Supplements and information
on where you can get the most for your parents' MONEY. Do your parents
find the descriptions about supplement programs confusing? Do you feel
they are paying too much money? Are their medications too expensive?
Are you or your partner or even your parents on a fixed income? You and
your parents cannot afford to miss this event. For more information,
contact mary.jones@okeq.
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Legal Aid Services Legal Clinic
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013; 6:00 pm
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Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's next Legal Clinic at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center is on Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, at 6:00 pm. This event is
free and open to the public.
NERDception
Every other Tuesday starting May 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Do you prefer Marvel or DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars fan? If you could, in what
universe would you live? If you love all things nerd,
come down to the Equality Center where we will
have bi-weekly discussions about different topics.
For example, who would win: Superman or the
Hulk? Who is the best wizard of all: Gandalf,
Dumbledore or Willow? Do you think Buffy should
just get rid of Edward Cullen already? Whatever
your niche, you are welcome to come and discuss
it. For more information email: jonniemwright@gmail.com.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
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Mother's Day Service
Sunday, May 12th, 2013; 11:00 am
Parish Church of St. Jerome
205 W King St
The Parish Church of St. Jerome extends a warm
invitation to all mothers for service on Mother's
Day, Sunday, May 12th, 2013 at 11:00 am. We
invite all mothers, single or partnered, Lesbian or
straight. If you are not a Mom, bring yours,
especially if she has been a supportive force in your life as an LGBTQ
person. We want to show our gratitude and love to those who have
nurtured and supported us with a special gift. St. Jerome is located at 205
W. King St. (Denver & King), Tulsa.
No Walls Entertainment Group Rehearsals
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Performances May 31st, June 1st - 2nd, 7th - 9th; 2013
Each
character
in
No
Walls
Entertainment Group's production of "An
Adult Fairytale" is faced with overcoming
fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living. No Walls
Entertainment Group would like to invite
you to join the rehearsals at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on Sundays
between now and the time of
performances. The group meets from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No experience
is necessary, the mission is to give people the opportunity to experiment
with being on stage with a supporting acting group. If you are interested in
being part of our project please contact Ty Tyson 918.850.9438 for details
or just show up at rehearsal.
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock!
Get them now before Pride for $20.00!
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'What the L?' by Kate Clinton
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
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You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
As in "Liberal" "Left" and "Lesbian." A
columnist for the Progressive and the
Advocate, Clinton offers deft takes on
politics and culture, believing in laughter's
ability to "subvert authority and promote
democracy." If not laugh-out-loud funny,
Clinton lands lots of one-liners. Our
attorney general was "J. Edgar Ashcroft";
our author is no "America Frister." Noting
that only Dick Cheney had acknowledged
that his daughter, Mary, is gay, Clinton
observes, "His lovely wife, Lon Cheney,
demurs on the dyke thing." She's savage
toward those would retool gays into
straights, and passionate about the gay
Catholics in the group Dignity willing to
take on the church.
The book mixes new material with previously published columns, and a
few pieces are explicitly personal, such as one on Clinton's 11 years of
coming out, and one in which she stands amazed that a movie like Boys
Don't Cry got made. Her calling is clear from the mail-order minister's
license she got to perform gay weddings: "Call me the Irreverend Kate
Clinton."
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Office Manager
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May 1st, 2013
In This Issue
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Equality Gala
First Thursday Art
Zumba Fitness
Legal Clinic
Welcome to the eNews.
Final preparations are being made and we are looking forward to seeing
everyone at the Equality Gala this Saturday, May 4th at 6:30
pm. www.okeq.org/gala
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Oklahomans for Equality
Book Study
Open AA Group
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
NERDception
Tulsa Interfaith Alliance
OkEq Equality Gala 2013
Saturday, May 4th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The Annual OkEq Equality Gala has a new home on Facebook
[ ~ Like us on Facebook ]
Equality Business Alliance
Tulsa Growl
Swing Dance Class
Guys Dine Too
Singles Night OUT
MOREcolor Art Show
Tulsa Pride 2013
Tulsa Threat
Tulsa Lambda Bowling
Mother's Day Service
No Walls Entertainment
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
May 16th, 7:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
The May exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
work of
Lanette Clark
Tai Chi Class
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First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, May 2nd, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The May OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Equality Center
will feature the photographic works of Lanette Clark in a show, beginning
with a reception on Thursday, May 2nd, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and
continuing throughout the month.
Zumba Fitness
Zumba
Fitness
Sundays starting May 5th, 2013; 2:30 pm
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Zumba Fitness� is a high energy dance class designed
to burn calories and tone the entire body! Join the
Party-- the Fitness-Fiesta-- and dance away your
worries. Class is one hour.
Vi SA
Carlos A. Bejarano is a Tulsa native & Zumba Fitness�
Instructor since October 2012, Carlos creates a party
atmosphere by combining Latin, hip-hop and international rhythms with a
huge smile for a unique workout class experience.
Free for OkEq Members, $5 for Non Members
Sundays
2:30 pm
Zumba Fitness� is a high
energy dance class
designed to burn calories
and tone the entire body!
Join the Party-- the
Fitness-Fiesta-- and
dance away your worries.
Class is one hour.
Facilitated by
Carlos Bejarano
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Legal Aid Services Legal Clinic
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013; 6:00 pm
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Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's next Legal Clinic at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center is on Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, at 6:00 pm. This event is
free and open to the public.
Spectrum Knits
Book Study
"Faith, Doubt & Other Lines I've Crossed"
Thursday, May 2nd and 9th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance will be hosting Jay Bakker
(son of Jim and Tammy Faye) on May 16th, 2013.
Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading a study of his most
recent book "Faith, Doubt and Other Lines I
Have Crossed: Searching for the Unknown God". A copy
of the book will be available for purchase at the book
study. Space is limited. Please sign up with Rev. Bob at
uccrevbob@gmail.com
or
Mary
Jones
at
mary.jones@okeq.org
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Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
Grieving Well
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Thursdays, May 9th & 23rd, 2013; 7:00 pm
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on Thursdays
May 9th and May 23rd, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Facilitator
Conor Cleary, an associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick,
Gable, Golden & Nelson, P.C., will lead the topic
discussions which will change each meeting. The
discussion will be followed by an open Q&A session.
NERDception
Every other Tuesday starting May 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Do you prefer Marvel or DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars fan? If you could, in what
universe would you live? If you love all things nerd,
come down to the Equality Center where we will
have bi-weekly discussions about different topics.
For example, who would win: Superman or the
Hulk? Who is the best wizard of all: Gandalf,
Dumbledore or Willow? Do you think Buffy should
just get rid of Edward Cullen already? Whatever
your niche, you are welcome to come and discuss
it. For more information email: jonniemwright@gmail.com.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Will resume June 3rd
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Tulsa Interfaith Alliance Annual Meeting
Thursday, May 16th, 2013; dinner at 5:30 pm
Join the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance on Thursday, May
16, 2013 for their Annual Meeting Dinner and Speaker
Event, featuring Jay Bakker. Jay will speak about his
latest book, "Faith, Doubt and Other Lines I've
Crossed: Walking With the Unknown God." The
dinner begins at 5:30 pm and costs $25/person.
Sponsorships are available. The annual business
meeting will occur at the end of the dinner, and is free.
Jay's keynote address will begin at 7:00 pm and is
free and open to the public.
All events will happen at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria Ave in
Tulsa. To register for this event, please click here.
tulsainterfaithalliance.org
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The May Monthly EBA Business Meeting will be on
Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 at 6:00 pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is
open to members and non-members, however you must be a paid member
to speak or vote on agenda items. This is your chance to steer the
organization so all members are encouraged to attend. If you have an item
Gl Swing Class
Swing Dance Class
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance
from The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate.
Features dances like East
Coast swing, Charleston,
and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
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you want on the agenda, please have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday
May 6th.
The May Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, May 15th, 2013 at
6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Shock. Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and
send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This
event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring plenty of business
cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial about your business.
Tulsa Shock
BOK Center
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
Tulsa Growl 2013
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
May 3rd - 5th, 2013
The Green Country Bears are proud to sponsor Tulsa Growl II on May 3rd
- 5th, 2013. Tulsa's Best Bear Run will be an event filled weekend so be
sure to visit www.tulsagrowl.com and check out the entire schedule and
to register.
Swing Dance Class - Learn the Shim Sham
Every Monday at 7:00 pm
Swing Class
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Learn to swing dance from The
Oklahoma Swing Syndicate. Have
you been curious about swing
dancing but think you can't do it?
Don't know who Tacky Annie or
Shortie George are? Now's the
perfect time to get into the swing
of things! If tap dancing and
swing music had a love child, the
Shim Sham would be it! This jazz line dance is a lot of fun and the
instructors from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate will lead you through it,
one step at a time. No partner or experience needed! No partner required,
no experience necessary! For more info on TOSS, go to
theoklahomaswingsyndicate.org. Free for OkEq members and $5 for
non members.
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, May 7th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The May meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Bangkok Restaurant &
Buffet on Tuesday, May 7th, 2013 around 6:30 pm.
Bangkok Rstaurant & Buffet is located at 3313 E 32nd Pl
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
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if you plan on attending.
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
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OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Next meet is Friday, May 10th,
2013.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
MOREcolor Art Show
Show opening on Thursday, June 13th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
MORE color
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MOREcolor is the current incarnation of the art show that began back in
the 1980's as the TOHR Art Show. An opportunity that give artists 70% of
their sales and keeping only a 30% commission, MOREcolor had its start
long before Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) had the Dennis R Neill
Equality Center, when the organization was still called Tulsa Oklahomans
for Human Rights. The show has been held in several locations, but its
home is now the Equality Center's spacious Event Center. Each year
brings new performance surprises to the opening night event, from
chamber music to jazz, from contemporary dance to belly, from
performance art to an opera flash mob, from a body art runway to
installation art. This year's opening event on Thursday evening, June 13th,
2013 will feature works by as many as sixty visual and performing artists,
and some surprises we can't confirm yet, as well as cash awards. The
event is free and open to the public.
MOREcolorart.com
Tulsa Pride 2013
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
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Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Tulsa Pride 2013 is now accepting registrations for Volunteers
and Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
EL:
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www.tulsapride.org
Tulsa Pride 2013 Meeting
Thursday, May 30th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride 2013 will have a planning meeting Thursday, May 30th, 2013
at 7:30 pm at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and
anybody interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Tulsa Pride Events
• Friday, May 10th, 2013 - Leather and Lace Fetish Fashion Show
@ Tulsa Eagle 9:00 p - 2:00 am
• Saturday, May 11th, 2013 - Pants off for Pride @ Mojo's 9:00 pm 2:00 am
• Friday, May 17th, 2013 - Pride Night @ TNT's 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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• Saturday, May 18th, 2013 Pride Night @ Bamboo Lounge 9:00 pm
- 2:00 am
• Sunday, May 26th, 2013 - Okahomo! a Sing-Along @ 209 the Arts
Bar 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Details about these events are available on the Tulsa Pride smartphone
app or www.tulsapride.org or Tulsa Pride's Facebook.
Tulsa Threat
Saturday, May 4th and Saturday May 11th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Bixby Spartan Stadium
601 S Riverview
Bixby, OK
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team won
their last game against the Little Rock Wildcats 28 - 8.
With that win, the Tulsa Threat remains undefeated in
their division. The Threat invites you to join them at their
next games, this Saturday May 4th and Saturday May 11th, 2013. Gates
open at 5:30 pm and kick off is at 7:00 pm. Adult admission is $8 and kids
are $5. Military and Student admission is $5. Games are played at Bixby
Spartan Stadium, 601 S. Riverview. For more information on the Tulsa
Threat, visit www.tulsathreat.com
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League
Andy B's Bowling Center
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League is organizing
teams Summer League. It is $20 to join plus $14
per week every Monday evening at 6:45 pm. They
bowl at Andy B's, 8711 South Lewis, You can
contact lamdaleague@cox.net
for
further
questions or just show up at the bowling alley.
The Tulsa Lambda Bowling League is an officially
sanctioned league with the IGBO (International
Gay Bowling Organization).
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Mother's Day Service
Sunday, May 12th, 2013; 11:00 am
Parish Church of St. Jerome
205 W King St
The Parish Church of St. Jerome extends a warm
invitation to all mothers for service on Mother's
Day, Sunday, May 12th, 2013 at 11:00 am. We
invite all mothers, single or partnered, Lesbian or
straight. If you are not a Mom, bring yours,
especially if she has been a supportive force in your life as an LGBTQ
person. We want to show our gratitude and love to those who have
nurtured and supported us with a special gift. St. Jerome is located at 205
W. King St. (Denver & King), Tulsa.
No Walls Entertainment Group Rehearsals
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Performances May 31st, June 1st - 2nd, 7th - 9th; 2013
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Each
character
in
No
Walls
Entertainment Group's production of "An
Adult Fairytale" is faced with overcoming
fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living. No Walls
Entertainment Group would like to invite
you to join the rehearsals at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on Sundays
between now and the time of
performances. The group meets from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No experience
is necessary, the mission is to give people the opportunity to experiment
with being on stage with a supporting acting group. If you are interested in
being part of our project please contact Ty Tyson 918.850.9438 for details
or just show up at rehearsal.
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock!
Get them now before Pride for $20.00!
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Man About Town' by Mark Merlis
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Joel Lingeman has been set adrift. Until
recently,
life
was
'relative
contentedness'; working for Congress,
frequenting the Hill club a little too
frequently, cooking dinner for two every
night and routine sex on Sundays. Now
Sam, his lover of fifteen years, has left
him for a stunning twenty-three year old
and he cannot score a trick in the
sleaziest pick-up joint in town.
Joel's revulsion for the politics around
him
has
dissipated
into
mild
amusement at the 'social Darwinists'
ready to snatch the last cents from the
hands of the old and ailing. And he is
increasingly obsessed by the different
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
A Ji O V l l
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
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lives he could have led. When a
teenage fantasy reasserts itself, the blond haired demi-god his eye once
fell upon modelling swimsuits in the back of an old magazine, Joel is
overcome by a pervasive sense of loss and embarks on a quest to hunt
down 'the Santa Fe boy'. Astutely observed and resonant with dark,
sardonic undertones, Man About Town is an unforgettable novel about
losing your way, your self-esteem and your security.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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May 9th, 2013
In This Issue
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Tulsa Pride 2013
Zumba Fitness
Welcome to the eNews.
Get ready for Tulsa Pride! It will be here before you know it. Get the info
on all the Pride events www.tulsapride.org
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The eNews for the week of May 9th, 2013 is brought to you by
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Book Study
Open AA Group
NERDception
Singles Night OUT
Equality Business Alliance
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Tulsa Interfaith Alliance
MOREcolor Art Show
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Tulsa Threat
Love Free or Die
Tulsa Lambda Bowling
NAGAAA Cup
Mother's Day Service
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OkEq Programming Note
Monday, May 27th, 2013
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will be open for Memorial Day on
Monday, May 27th, 2013 but all evening programming has been canceled.
No Walls Entertainment
LGBT
-Smoking
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-Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Tulsa Pride 2013
Saturday, June 1st and Sunday, June 2nd, 2013
Find Us on Facebook
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T U L S A
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
May 16th, 7:00 pm
Everything you need to know about Tulsa Pride is here
and on www.tulsapride.org
Check for Tulsa Pride on Facebook for any last minute updates!
Friday, MAY 31st - At the Beach Tulsa Pride Pool Party
Saturday, JUNE 1st - Street Festival and Parade
Sunday, JUNE 2nd - Pride in the Park presented by Tulsa Shock
VOLUNTEER! Be part of Tulsa Pride 2013 by volunteering a couple of
hours and receive a free Pride Staff T-shirt, make some great friends, free
lunch and get a behind the scenes look at Tulsa Pride. Many areas are
available such as beverage attendant, entrance attendant and setup and
tear down assistant, parking attendant and much more.
Sign Up online: VOLUNTEER FORM
OkEq Art Exhibit
The May exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
work of
Lanette Clark
Tulsa Pride 2013 Meeting
Thursday, May 16th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Tulsa Pride 2013 will have a planning meeting Thursday, May 16th, 2013
at 7:30 pm at the Equality Center. Meetings are open to the public and
anybody interested in helping is encouraged to attend.
Tulsa Pride Events
• Friday, May 10th, 2013 - Leather and Lace Fetish Fashion Show
@ Tulsa Eagle 9:00 p - 2:00 am
• Saturday, May 11th, 2013 - Pants off for Pride @ Mojo's 9:00 pm 2:00 am
• Friday, May 17th, 2013 - Pride Night @ TNT's 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
• Saturday, May 18th, 2013 Pride Night @ Bamboo Lounge 9:00 pm
- 2:00 am
• Sunday, May 26th, 2013 - Oklahomo! a Sing-Along @ 209 the Arts
Bar 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
• Sunday, May 30th, 2013 - Tulsa Pride Interfaith Service @ Phillips
Theological Seminary, 901 N Mingo Rd, 7:00 PM
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Details about these events are available on the Tulsa Pride smartphone
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app or www.tulsapride.org or Tulsa Pride's Facebook.
Zumba Fitness
Every Sunday; 2:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Special for Mother's Day, Sunday May 12th, bring
your mom to Zumba Class for FREE!
Zumba Fitness� is a high energy dance class
designed to burn calories and tone the entire body! Join
the Party-- the Fitness-Fiesta-- and dance away your
worries. Class is one hour.
Carlos A. Bejarano is a Tulsa native & Zumba Fitness� Instructor since
October 2012, Carlos creates a party atmosphere by combining Latin, hiphop and international rhythms with a huge smile for a unique workout
class experience.
Free for OkEq Members, $5 for Non Members
Legal Aid Services Legal Clinic
Tuesday, May 14th, 2013; 6:00 pm
Zumba
Fitness
Sundays
2:30 pm
Zumba Fitness� is a high
energy dance class
designed to burn calories
and tone the entire body!
Join the Party-- the
Fitness-Fiesta-- and
dance away your worries.
Class is one hour.
Facilitated by
Carlos Bejarano
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
LEGAL AID SERVICES t .n.
OF OKLAHOMA, INC.
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Making Equal Justict for All a R,ality
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's next Legal Clinic at the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center is on Tuesday, May 14th, 2013, at 6:00 pm. The clinic will
address unemployment benefits, including the process for obtaining those
benefits from the Oklahoma Employment Security Commission. This
event is free and open to the public.
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Thursdays, May 16th & 23rd, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on Thursdays
May 16th and May 23rd, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Facilitator
Conor Cleary, an associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick,
Gable, Golden & Nelson, P.C., will lead the topic
discussions which will change each meeting. The
discussion will be followed by an open Q&A session.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Book Study
"Faith, Doubt & Other Lines I've Crossed"
Thursday, May 9th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
The Tulsa Interfaith Alliance will be hosting Jay Bakker
(son of Jim and Tammy Faye) on May 16th, 2013.
Rev. Bob Lawrence will be leading a study of his most
recent book "Faith, Doubt and Other Lines I
Grieving Well
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Have Crossed: Searching for the Unknown God". A copy
of the book will be available for purchase at the book
study. Space is limited. Please sign up with Rev. Bob at
uccrevbob@gmail.com or Mary Jones at mary.jones@okeq.org
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
NERDception
Every other Tuesday starting May 14th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Do you prefer Marvel or DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars fan? If you could, in what
universe would you live? If you love all things nerd,
come down to the Equality Center where we will
have bi-weekly discussions about different topics.
For example, who would win: Superman or the
Hulk? Who is the best wizard of all: Gandalf,
Dumbledore or Willow? Do you think Buffy should
just get rid of Edward Cullen already? Whatever
your niche, you are welcome to come and discuss
it. For more information email: jonniemwright@gmail.com.
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Will resume June 3rd
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Next meet is Friday, May 10th,
2013.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The May Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday,
Gl Swing Class
Swing Dance Class
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance
from The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate.
Features dances like East
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May 15th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by the Tulsa Shock. Please RSVP to
eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins
are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring
plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial
about your business.
Tulsa Shock
BOK Center
200 S Denver Ave, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
Coast swing, Charleston,
and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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Tulsa Interfaith Alliance Annual Meeting
Thursday, May 16th, 2013; dinner at 5:30 pm
Join the Tulsa Interfaith Alliance on Thursday, May
16, 2013 for their Annual Meeting Dinner and
Speaker Event, featuring Jay Bakker. Jay will speak
about his latest book, "Faith, Doubt and Other Lines
I've Crossed: Walking With the Unknown God." The
dinner begins at 5:30 pm and costs $25/person.
Sponsorships are available. The annual business
meeting will occur at the end of the dinner, and is
free. Jay's keynote address will begin at 7:00 pm and
is free and open to the public.
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
All events will happen at All Souls Unitarian Church, 2952 S Peoria Ave in
Tulsa. To register for this event, please click here.
tulsainterfaithalliance.org
MOREcolor Art Show
Show opening on Thursday, June 13th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
MORE color
:. -
MOREcolor is the current incarnation of the art show that began back in
the 1980's as the TOHR Art Show. An opportunity that give artists 70% of
their sales and keeping only a 30% commission, MOREcolor had its start
long before Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) had the Dennis R Neill
Equality Center, when the organization was still called Tulsa Oklahomans
for Human Rights. The show has been held in several locations, but its
home is now the Equality Center's spacious Event Center. Each year
brings new performance surprises to the opening night event, from
chamber music to jazz, from contemporary dance to belly, from
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
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performance art to an opera flash mob, from a body art runway to
installation art. This year's opening event on Thursday evening, June 13th,
2013 will feature works by as many as sixty visual and performing artists,
and some surprises we can't confirm yet, as well as cash awards. The
event is free and open to the public.
MOREcolorart.com
Council Oak Mens Chorale Pride Performance
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Central Library Downtown Tulsa
400 Civic Center
Tulsa, OK 74103
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Council Oak Mens Chorale will present their annual
Pride performance at the downtown Tulsa library on
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Central
Library in downtown Tulsa. This FREE event will be
held in the Aaronson Auditorium. www.counciloak.org
Tulsa Threat
Saturday, May 11th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Bixby Spartan Stadium
601 S Riverview
Bixby, OK
The Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football team won
their last game against the New Orleans Mojo 37 - 0.
With that win, the Tulsa Threat remains undefeated in
their division. The Threat invites you to join them at
their next game, this Saturday May 11th, 2013. Gates open at 5:30 pm
and kick off is at 7:00 pm. Adult admission is $8 and kids are $5. Military
and Student admission is $5. Games are played at Bixby Spartan
Stadium, 601 S. Riverview. For more information on the Tulsa Threat,
visit www.tulsathreat.com
'Love Free or Die' Screening
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis Ave
LOVE FREE OR DIE is about
a man whose two defining
passions are in direct conflict:
his love for God and for his
partner Mark. Gene Robinson
is the first openly gay person
to become a bishop in the
historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he
wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir.
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
The film follows Robinson from small-town churches in the New
Hampshire North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's
Lambeth Palace, as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops,
priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change
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history. For more information, please visit Circle Cinema
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League
Andy B's Bowling Center
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League is organizing
teams Summer League. It is $20 to join plus $14
per week every Monday evening at 6:45 pm.
They bowl at Andy B's, 8711 South Lewis, You
can contact lamdaleague@cox.net for further
questions or just show up at the bowling alley.
The Tulsa Lambda Bowling League is an officially
sanctioned league with the IGBO (International
Gay Bowling Organization).
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Kick off Pride Week with a
Big Gay Softball Party at the Guthrie Green
Friday, May 24th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Guthrie Green
N Boston Ave
Tulsa, OK
Join Tulsa Metro Softball League, Tulsa
Sports Commission, and Oklahomans for
Equality Friday, May 24th, 2013 to
welcome LGBT softball players from
around the US to Tulsa for the 2013
NAGAAA Cup! TMSL is hosting a big gay 2013 NAGAAA Cup Opening
Party from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at the Guthrie Green in the Brady Arts District
and they want to invite you to join them!
Drinks will be flowing, food trucks will be serving, local officials will be
welcoming, and DJ $erious $tanley will be spinning!
Friday, May 24th, 2013 7:30 - 9:30 pm - Be at the Guthrie Green!
Visit TulsaMetroSoftball.com for more information and to sign up as a
volunteer!
Mother's Day Service
Sunday, May 12th, 2013; 11:00 am
Parish Church of St. Jerome
205 W King St
The Parish Church of St. Jerome extends a warm
invitation to all mothers for service on Mother's
Day, Sunday, May 12th, 2013 at 11:00 am. We
invite all mothers, single or partnered, Lesbian or
straight. If you are not a Mom, bring yours,
especially if she has been a supportive force in your life as an LGBTQ
person. We want to show our gratitude and love to those who have
nurtured and supported us with a special gift. St. Jerome is located at 205
W. King St. (Denver & King), Tulsa.
No Walls Entertainment Group Rehearsals
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
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Performances May 31st, June 1st - 2nd, 7th - 9th; 2013
Each
character
in
No
Walls
Entertainment Group's production of "An
Adult Fairytale" is faced with overcoming
fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living. No Walls
Entertainment Group would like to invite
you to join the rehearsals at the Dennis
R. Neill Equality Center on Sundays
between now and the time of
performances. The group meets from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. No experience
is necessary, the mission is to give people the opportunity to experiment
with being on stage with a supporting acting group. If you are interested in
being part of our project please contact Ty Tyson 918.850.9438 for details
or just show up at rehearsal.
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are
between the ages of 18-30 and identify as LGBT, please help us learn
more about the needs of our LGBT community by completing this survey.
After completing the survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100
Amazon gift card. Take part in the survey here
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock!
Get them now before Pride for $20.00!
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Game Night
'Gay Rights, Military Wrongs: Political Perspectives on Lesbians and
Gays in the Military' edited by Craig Rimmerman
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the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
"Gay Rights, Military Wrongs: Political
Preface by
Perspectives on Lesbians and Gays in
Margarethe Cammermeyer
the Military" is edited by Craig
Author of Serving in Silence
Rimmerman and features a preface by
Margarethe Cammermeyer. This is a
collection of articles that explore
various facets of the issue of gay
people serving in the armed forces. Ten
original essays place the debate over
homosexual military service in its
historical, theoretical, political, and
policy
context:
"Race-ing
and
Gendering the Military Closet," by
Francine
D'Amico;
"Echoes
of
Prejudice: The Debates Over Race and
Sexuality in the Armed Forces," by
David Ari Bianco; "Military Women:
Casualties of the Armed Forces' War
on Lesbians and Gay Men," by
Michelle M. Benecke and Kirstin S. Dodge; "Promise Unfulfilled: Clinton's
Failure to Overturn the Military Ban on Lesbians and Gays," by Craig A.
Rimmerman; "President Clinton, Public Opinion, and Gays in the Military,"
by Clyde Wilcox and Robin M. Wolpert; "The Perils of Congressional
Politics," by David M. Rayside; "Seeking Another Forum: The Courts and
Lesbian and Gay Rights," by Richard Pacelle; "The Spectacle of Life and
Death: Feminist and Lesbian/Gay Politics in the Military," by Mary Fainsod
Katzenstein; "Conduct Unbecoming Continues: The First Year Under
'Don't Ask, Don't Tell, Don't Pursue,'" by C. Dixon Osburn and Michelle M.
Benecke; and finally "Constructing the 'Other' Soldier: Gay Identity's
Military Threat," by Gary L. Lehring.
Gay
Rig
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
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Organization of
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your local
action center!
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
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Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
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for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
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individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
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February 20th, 2013
In This Issue
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Eating Out for Equality
Know Your Rights
Welcome to the eNews.
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center is entirely supported by donations
from the community. Be Our Voice, Give a Day allows us to spotlight
our generous donors. Be Our Voice, Give a Day
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
To honor the courage and bravery of
the transgender community,
Havah Gordon has made a donation to
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign and
is sponsoring the Equality Center for the week of
Sun, February 17th, 2013 through Sat, February 23rd, 2013.
Thank You for your support, Havah!
Equality Business Alliance
Swing Dance Class
Community Hero Awards
SAGE hosts TCC
Camp Fire Candy Sale
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Gamily
Tulsa Pride 2013
TMSL
Native HIV/AIDS Days
Guys Dine Too
First Thursday
Tulsa Mister Leather
Singles Night OUT
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Tulsa Spirit
Imperial Court
LGBT Equality Day
Night of 1001 Divinations
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Inclement Weather Policy
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
Eating Out for Equality
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013; 6:00 - 10:00 pm
The Rusty Crane
109 N Detroit Ave, Tulsa, OK 74103
Oklahomans for Equality wants you and your family and friends to eat
dinner with us at The Rusty Crane on Tuesday, February 26th from 6 - 10
Find Us on Facebook
�pm. OkEq will receive 10% of the proceeds for the
night. www.therustycranetulsa.com
TU Law School's SODA Presents LGBT Law
Monday, February 25th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Know Your Rights
On Monday, February 25th, 2013 TU Law School's SODA
(Sexual Orientation Diversity Alliance) will continue their
monthly presentations on the state of LGBT Law in
Oklahoma and the nation. The presentation will be at
7:00 pm at the Equality Center.
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
February 21st, 7 pm
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Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
February's EBA Monthly Mixer will be will be hosted by
Courtyard Atlas Life Downtown on Wednesday February
20th, 2013 at 6:00 pm. Please RSVP and send an invite to everyone on your
friends list. Walk ins are welcome. Plan on giving us a 2 minute commercial
about your Business. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to take
orders and get your phone ringing. EBA mixers are open to members and
non-members alike.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The February exhibit at
the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the group work
"Girlfriends"
Courtyard by Marriott - ATLAS LIFE BUILDING TULSA
415 S. Boston Ave, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74103
Swing Dance Class
Every Monday; 7:00 pm
Tai Chi Class
Learn to swing dance from The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate. TOSS is
teaching an 8-week series of classes running until February 25th, 2013 at
the Equality Center. Don't know your left foot from your right? That's okay!
Start with the basic step and work through beginner and intermediate
lessons in Swing Dance-era dances like East Coast swing, Charleston, and
Lindy Hop. No partner required, no experience necessary! For more info on
TOSS, go to www.tosstulsa.org. Free for OkEq members and $5 for non
members.
OkEq now taking nominations for
Community Hero Awards
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through the
cultivation of the proper
movement of your qi
throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
�Oklahomans for Equality is now taking nominations to recognize individuals
or groups who have made an impact on the work for equality for the LGBT
community. These awards are presented at the annual Equality Gala on May
4th, 2013, Tulsa Convention Center Ballroom. Deadline for submissions is
Thursday, February, 28th .
The following awards are presented:
• Lifetime Achievement Award - Recognizes a lifetime of dedication
to the cause of equality for the LGBT community in Oklahoma.
• Community Hero Award - Recognize those individuals and groups
who have represented or served our community in the previous year.
• The Rev. Russell Bennett Award for Spiritual Inclusion -
Presented to a faith leader who leads and supports affirming the faith
of the LGBT community in our local congregations.
• Carolyn Wagner Youth Leadership Award - Presented to a local
area youth who demonstrates extraordinary character and makes a
positive difference in their school, youth group and community.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions for
beginners. Facilitated by
Sara Fitzgerald.
• Grand Marshal for the Tulsa Gay Pride Parade June 1st Recognizes an individual who has supported the LGBT community in
a courageous and visible manner.
You can download a form here.
Please return completed form to lucas.green@okeq.org
SAGE hosts TCC Center Tour
Tuesday, February 26th, 2013; 10:30 am
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
SAGE Tulsa will host a Tulsa Community College class tour of the Equality
Center on Tuesday, February 26th, 2013 at 10:30 am. Food will be provided
and the TCC students will join the SAGE members for intergenerational
discussions. Email lucas.green@okeq.org if you would like to attend.
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Tulsa Community College
Girl Scouts Cookie Sale
Thursday, March 7th, 2013; 5:30 - 7:30 pm
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In support of Girl Scouts being an inclusion
organization, Oklahomans for Equality will host
the Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma Cookie
Sale at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on
Thursday, March 7th, 2013 starting at 5:30 pm.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
�The cookies will cost $4.00 per box and will include: Thin Mints, Tagalongs
(peanut butter & chocolate patties), Samoas (chocolate, caramel, coconut
cookie), Do-si-dos (peanut butter sandwich cookie), Trefoils (a shortbread
cookie) and Savannah Smiles (a zesty lemon cookie).
James Prather
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month; 7:00 pm
OkEq will host the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on the
2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month. Facilitator
Conor Cleary, an associate at Hall, Estill, Hardwick,
Gable, Golden & Nelson, P.C., leads the topic
discussions which will change each meeting.
Upcoming topics include wills, rights of survivorship,
medical issues, power of attorney (durable) and
inheritances, transgender name changes and trans
rights. The discussion will be followed by an open Q&A
session.
GAMILY Meeting
Saturday, March 9th, 2013; 3:00 pm
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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OkEq welcomes our new intern, Samantha Checotah, who will be working
with our GAMILY program which advocates and serves LGBT parents and
their children. Gamily will have a Meet n Greet get together on Saturday,
March 9th, 2013 at 3:00 pm at the Equality Center.
Services and Advocilcy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
Tulsa Pride 2013
Tulsa Pride is now accepting registrations for Volunteers and
Exhibitors, Food Vendors and Parade Entries at
www.tulsapride.org for Tulsa Pride 2013.
Tulsa LGBT Softball Keeps Growing
Tulsa Metro Softball League is kicking off their 5th Spring
Season on April 7th, 2013. To date, the league has 14
registered teams and expects to have more 160 players.
They're inviting everyone to get in on the action!
TMSL's annual Spring Recruitment Clinic will be held on
Saturday, March 9 from 10:00 am - 2:00 pm at Lantz
Park. If you have ever wanted to play, this is the way to
find a team. All players, new and returning, that are
looking for a spring team should attend. At the clinics,
players will go through some drills, learn about the
league and meet coaches to be placed on a team. Lantz Park is located at
821 N. Yale Ave in Tulsa.
TMSL also has several sponsorship opportunities available for their
upcoming spring season and their two big tournaments this summer.
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 918.382.4429
for more information
�To learn more about sponsorship and to get signed up to play visit
TulsaMetroSoftball.com
Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
Wednesday, March 20th, 2013; 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
March 20th is Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and the Creek
nation HIV/AIDS Project will be having HIV testing at the Equality Center
from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm. The day will also include speakers, light food and
beverages, information booths with give-a-ways. H.O.P.E. Testing will
provide tests from 4:00 - 8:00 pm.
Sponsored by
Creek Nation HIV/AIDS Project
H.O.P.E Testing Clinic
H.E.A.R.T Native American Coalition of Green country
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, March 5th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The March meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Brothers Houligan
on Tuesday, March 5th, 2013 around 6:30 pm.
Brothers Houligan is located at 9701 E 61st
www.broshouligan.com
Guys Dine Too is a social program by OkEq for Gay Men, and their male
Allies/friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month. Please RSVP
to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com if you plan on attending
First Thursday Art Reception
Thursday, March 7th, 2013; 6:00 pm
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
The March OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Equality Center,
will feature the Photographic Art of Steve Barrett and Cheryl Quetone,
beginning with a reception on Thursday, March 7th, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00
pm and continuing throughout the month.
Boot Camp
Tulsa Mr. Leather 2013
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
�Friday and Saturday, March 8th & 9th, 2013
Tulsa's Premier Gay Leather Event
- the Tulsa Mr. Leather Contest and
Events will take place March 8th &
9th, 2013 at the Tulsa Eagle, 1338
E. 3rd St, just east of Downtown
Tulsa. The Event begins on Friday,
March 8th at 10:00 pm with a Meet
n Greet Mixer at the Tulsa Eagle
and follows up with the Contest at
10:00 pm on Saturday the 9th of
March.
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Part of the $5 cover charge will
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raised throughout the year.
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
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Rainbow Writers
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
A new singles group for the LGBT community looking to
meet new people and try new experiences. Meets on the
2nd and 4th Fridays of every month. Hosted by PENNY
SLOTS AND JIMMIE NEUTRON, the Superheroes of
Love. Event will be ages 21 and over.
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Rehearsals begin Monday, March 4th, 2013; 7:00 pm
The Vocal Pride Foundation is excited to announce
Council Oak Mens Chorale will soon begin rehearsal
for the summer 2013 season. Our performance
ensemble had great success last season with the
Divo/Diva summer concert, a stellar performance in
Denver, Colorado at the GALA 2012 Festival, and
our fall Zinga! performances with clarinetist Stacy C.
Smith.
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Council Oak Men's Chorale Summer Season 2013
"DONNA SUMMER/WHITNEY HOUSTON - A TRIBUTE"
with celebrated soloist Phena Hackett, Soprano
Rehearsals begin Monday, March 4th, 2013
Fellowship Congregational Church
2900 S. Harvard Ave
Fellowship Hall
7:00 to 9:00 pm.
Performances are Tuesday, June 4th and Friday June 7th, 2013 at Lorton
Performance Center - TU Campus
Sunday, February 24th, 2013 - 7:00 pm - Oscar Night Watch Party - Meet
and Greet at Liberty Tower Club Room, 1502 S. Boulder Ave. To attend
please RSVP to Mark Weathers at mark_w@netscape.com or Rusty Kidd
at russell.kidd@att.net. Food and drink will be provided.
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
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Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
April 19th - 22nd, 2013
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Osage Hills State Park
2131 Osage Hills State Park Road
Pawhuska, OK 74056
The gathering's program will include workshops on traditional and
contemporary Native American culture, Pow Wows, stompdancing,
celebrations, Native faith, and other related activities. No alcohol, drugs or
guns will be allowed.
The Tulsa Two Spirits Society is "a non-profit Native American LGBT
Collective. We seek to affirm and embody positive traditional and modern
Two Spirit identities, and in so doing, be valued members of our
communities".
For more information or to register for the gathering, please visit
t h e Tulsa Two Spirits Gathering section on the OkEq website or
download the registration form here.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
I.C.A.O. - Coronation VI
March 7th - 10th, 2013
Regent Emperor V Philip "Papa Scrappy" Saint Johns
& Regent Empress V Kris Kohl & The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Invite you to
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information, contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Coronation VI
"A Night at the USO with Designing Women
and a Cast of Stars"
Thursday, March 7th
Meet and Greet at Tulsa Eagle @ 10 PM, No Cover
Friday, March 8th
Hospitality Noon to 3 at Host Hotel
Out of Town Show - Host Hotel - Doors at 6, Show at 7
$15 - includes bus tour
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
�Bus leaves hotel at 9 - drag welcome but not required
Hospitality Midnight to 3
Must have wrist band for bus tour and hospitality Friday night.
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Saturday, March 9th
Hospitality - 8 am to 3 pm
Woman's Conference 1 pm - Host Hotel (Open to the Public, Free)
Coronation VI - Host Hotel - $45 (Dress is Theme or Formal)
Doors / Meet and Greet at 5 pm, Dinner at 6 pm and Ceremony at 7 pm
Hospitality - 1 hour after Coronation to 3 am
Sunday, March 10th
Victory Brunch - Host Hotel - $25
Doors at 10:30, Brunch at 11
Shot Party - 3 pm - 5 pm Bamboo Lounge - No Cover
Victory Show - 7 pm - ? Bamboo Lounge - No Cover
Hotel, Tickets and Program Advertising Information are available on theImperial
Court of All Oklahoma website
I.C.A.O. is a 501(c)3 Non Profit Organization
for more information contact ICAO on Facebook or
impcourtok@gmail.com
4th Annual LGBT Equality Day
Wednesday March 6th, 2013; 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
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The Equality Network (TEN) invites all
LGBT and allied people from across the
state for the 4th Annual LGBT Equality
Day at the Capitol. Nothing shapes
legislators' attitudes more than face-to-face
contact
with
their
constituents.
Wednesday, March 6th will begin with a
brief lobbying training session at 9:00 am
in Room 25. TEN will provide information
on how to effectively interact with your
representatives as well as talking points for
target legislation.
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Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
TEN encourages you to set up an
appointment with your state representative
and state senator in advance to ensure
that you will be able to meet with them on
Equality Day. To find your representatives, click here.
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
Open Circle presents 'Night of 1001 Divinations'
MISSION:
Saturday, February 23rd, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equlity Center
621 E. 4th, Tulsa, OK
Just in time to banish the mid-winter blahs! A relaxed evening that will be
filled with music, dancing, story-telling, henna artists, readers and more fun
stuff to be announced. Food will be pot-luck style, so this is a good time to
show off your favorite Middle-Eastern specialty if you want, or that fabulous
dessert your Great Aunt Ida swore she'd never give anyone the recipe to!
Please, NO PORK. We would like to honor the local cultural traditions.
Middle eastern/Arabian themed dress is encouraged, but not required.
All we need is you! BYOB as usual; mixers will be available for purchase
from Open Circle. There will also be a raffle...and we're hearing about lots of
good items just waiting to go home with you.
Ages 16 and older. As usual, you must be 21 to drink alcohol.
Tickets are available at Earth and Soul...and will be available at other
venues soon. Tickets are $15.00 per person, and if you want to reserve a
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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Visit us on Facebook!
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2012 T-Shirts are only $5!
Get them now before they are gone forever!
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'As Nature Made Him: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Girl '
by Paul Colapinto
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In 1967, after a twin baby boy
suffered a botched circumcision, his
family agreed to a radical treatment
that would alter his gender. The case
would become one of the most
famous in modern medicine-and a
total failure. As Nature Made Him tells
the extraordinary story of David
Reimer, who, when finally informed of
his medical history, made the decision
to live as a male. A macabre tale of
medical arrogance, it is first and THE BOY WHO WAS WSED AS A CIRL
foremost a human drama of one
man's-and
one
family's-amazing
survival in the face of terrible odds.
AS NATURE MADE HIM
Check for this selection and more by
visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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Inclement Weather Policy
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In the event of inclement weather you may need to confirm that special
events and regularly scheduled programming at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center have not been cancelled due to poor road conditions or winter
weather advisories.
Please contact the Equality Center by calling 918-743-4297 or check the
OkEq website: www.okeq.org
Toby Jenkins, Executive Director of Oklahomans for Equality, will contact
the local media so we can be included in the posted weather-related
closings. Info will also be posted on Facebook.
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Hours: Mon - Sat 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm | Sun 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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This weekend, Tulsa welcomes LGBT softball players from around the US
for the North American Gay Amateur Athletic Alliance 2013 Cup!
And Tulsa Pride 2013 will be here before you know it.
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Monday, May 27th, 2013
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The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will be open for Memorial Day
weekend and Monday, May 27th, 2013 but all evening programming has
been canceled.
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
As part of OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign,
Saturday May 18th, 2013 at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center was sponsored in honor of
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
June 20th, 7:00 pm
Terry Copley
on his birthday
Rachel Hutchinson donated the day in honor
of her best friend and straight ally on his birthday.
Click here to Give a Day
Kick off Pride Week with a
Big Gay Softball Party at the Guthrie Green
OkEq Art Exhibit
The May exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
work of
Lanette Clark
Friday, May 24th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Guthrie Green
N Boston Ave
Tulsa, OK
Join Tulsa Metro Softball League, Tulsa
Sports Commission, and Oklahomans for
Equality Friday, May 24th, 2013 to
welcome LGBT softball players from
around the US to Tulsa for the 2013
NAGAAA Cup! TMSL is hosting a big gay 2013 NAGAAA Cup Opening
Party from 7:30 - 9:30 pm at the Guthrie Green in the Brady Arts District
and they want to invite you to join them!
Drinks will be flowing, food trucks will be serving, local officials will be
welcoming, and DJ $erious $tanley will be spinning!
Friday, May 24th, 2013 7:30 - 9:30 pm - Be at the Guthrie Green!
Visit TulsaMetroSoftball.com for more information and to sign up as a
volunteer!
Friday - NAGAAA Cup Opening Party at the Guthrie Green
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Join us from 7:30-9:30pm to welcome players from Seattle to Atlanta to
Tulsa at the Guthrie Green! Drinks will be flowing, locals welcoming, food
trucks will be serving, and DJ $erious $tanley will be spinning all in the
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Brady District!
Saturday - Games
Come out to Carl Smith and watch the A and B teams compete for the
Championship! Games are being played on Fields 5 - 9 starting 8:00 am 5:00 pm.
Saturday Night
NAGAAA Cup Parties at our Sponsor Bars! Check out the Tulsa Eagle,
New Age Renegade, Club Majestic and Club 209!
Sunday - Games
Games will again play on Fields 5-8 starting at 9AM and wrapping up with
the Championship Game at 4:30P on Field 5.
Sunday - NAGAAA Cup Closing Party
Join us at Club Majestic to say thank you to all the teams coming to Tulsa
for the weekend. Doors will open around 8:00 pm.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Tulsa Pride 2013
Saturday, June 1st and Sunday, June 2nd, 2013
Grieving Well
T U L S A
Everything you need to know about Tulsa Pride is here
and on www.tulsapride.org
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Check for Tulsa Pride on Facebook for any last minute updates!
Friday, MAY 31st - At the Beach Tulsa Pride Pool Party
Saturday, JUNE 1st - Street Festival and Parade
Sunday, JUNE 2nd - Pride in the Park presented by Tulsa Shock
VOLUNTEER! Be part of Tulsa Pride 2013 by volunteering a couple of
hours and receive a free Pride Staff T-shirt, make some great friends, free
lunch and get a behind the scenes look at Tulsa Pride. Many areas are
available such as beverage attendant, entrance attendant and setup and
tear down assistant, parking attendant and much more.
Live Free!
Coming Out
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Tulsa Pride Events
• Sunday, May 26th, 2013 - Oklahomo! a Sing-Along @ 209 the Arts
Bar 9:00 pm - 2:00 am
• Friday, May 31st, 2013 - At the Beach Tulsa Pride Pool Party @
Holiday Inn Tulsa City Center, 17 W 7th St, 3:00 - 9:00 pm
Workshop
Will resume June 3rd
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Details about these events are available on the Tulsa Pride smartphone
app or www.tulsapride.org or Tulsa Pride's Facebook.
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Thursday, May 23rd, 2013; 7:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
OkEq hosts the OUTlaw Legal Workshop on
Thursday May 23rd, 2013 at 7:00 pm. Facilitator
Jason McVicker, an associate with Atkinson,
Haskins, Nellis, Brittingham, Gladd & Fiasco, will
lead the topic discussions which will change each
meeting. The discussion will be followed by an open
Q&A session.
Gl Swing Class
Swing Dance Class
Council Oak Mens Chorale Pride Performance
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Central Library Downtown Tulsa
400 Civic Center
Tulsa, OK 74103
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Council Oak Mens Chorale will present their annual
Pride performance at the downtown Tulsa library on
Tuesday, May 28th, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the Central
Library in downtown Tulsa. This FREE event will be
held in the Aaronson Auditorium. www.counciloak.org
2013 Tulsa Pride Interfaith Service
Thursday, May 30th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Mondays
7:00 pm
Learn to swing dance
from The Oklahoma
Swing Syndicate.
Features dances like East
Coast swing, Charleston,
and Lindy Hop. No
partner required, no
experience necessary.
Facilitated by
Kelley Parker
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
www.tosstulsa.org
Phillips Theological Seminary
901 N Mingo Rd
The 2013 Interfaith Service will be hosted by Phillips
Theological Seminary on Thursday May 30th, 2013 at
7:00 pm. PTS is located at 901 N Mingo Rd.
Clergy and Spiritual leaders from Tulsa's affirming and
inclusive Faith communities and several choirs and
ensembles participate in this annual event. Rev Bob
Lawrence is the organizer for this year's Interfaith
Service. The highlight of the Interfaith Service is the blessing of Pride
Flag. Please join the LGBT community as we celebrate the spiritual
diversity of Tulsa.
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
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The Best Gamily Contest
Entries due by Sunday, May 26th, 2013
Do you have the best gamily? Well, if you think so
or you know so, tell us why in 500 words or more
and attach a family picture. Send entries to:
Gamily@okeq.org by Sunday, May 26, 2013.
Entries that are selected will win free tickets to
the June 4th production of Disney's The Lion
King.
Winners will be notified by phone/email. Tickets can be picked up from
Gamily Intern, Samantha Checotah at Tulsa Pride 2013 on June 1st. All
entered entries will then be used in recognizing our wonderful families on
Gamily's Facebook page's "Family of the Week." Good luck and have
fun.
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Service, and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The June Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by the garden Trug. Please
RSVP to eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list.
Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members
alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
commercial about your business.
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
The Garden Trug
3009 E 101st
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
NERDception
Every other Tuesday; 7:00 pm. Next date is May 28th, 2013
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Do you prefer Marvel or DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars fan? If you could, in what
universe would you live? If you love all things nerd,
come down to the Equality Center where we will
have bi-weekly discussions about different topics.
For example, who would win: Superman or the
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
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Hulk? Who is the best wizard of all: Gandalf,
Dumbledore or Willow? Do you think Buffy should
just get rid of Edward Cullen already? Whatever
your niche, you are welcome to come and discuss it. For more information
email: jonniemwright@gmail.com.
The eNews for the week of May 23rd, 2013 is brought to you by
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Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
HB 1661 School Safety & Bullying Prevention Act
signed by Governor Fallin
HB 1661 "School Safety & Bullying Prevention Act"
was signed by Governor Fallin yesterday afternoon.
HB 1661 requires new procedures and policies for
reporting bullying and harassment and incidents.
It's time to thank the Governor and legislators
passing HB 1661.
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Support Letter by FAX:
OKC (405) 521-3353
Tulsa (918) 581-2835
The Honorable Mary Fallin
Governor of the State of Oklahoma
Oklahoma State Capitol
2300 N. Lincoln Blvd., Room 212
Oklahoma City, OK 73105
Dear Governor Fallin
Thank you for signing HB 1661 Oklahoma's School Safety and Bullying
Prevention Act.
Your message:
Respectfully Yours,
Your name, address, and email address
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
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Email Thank You:
Go to Governor Fallin's website: https://www.ok.gov/governor/
Click tab "Contact the Governor
Select "E-mail Governor Fallin"
Complete the form
Click tab "Submit"
MOREcolor Art Show
Show opening on Thursday, June 13th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
MORE color
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MOREcolor is the current incarnation of the art show that began back in
the 1980's as the TOHR Art Show. An opportunity that give artists 70% of
their sales and keeping only a 30% commission, MOREcolor had its start
long before Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) had the Dennis R Neill
Equality Center, when the organization was still called Tulsa Oklahomans
for Human Rights. The show has been held in several locations, but its
home is now the Equality Center's spacious Event Center. Each year
brings new performance surprises to the opening night event, from
chamber music to jazz, from contemporary dance to belly, from
performance art to an opera flash mob, from a body art runway to
installation art. This year's opening event on Thursday evening, June 13th,
2013 will feature works by as many as sixty visual and performing artists,
and some surprises we can't confirm yet, as well as cash awards. The
event is free and open to the public.
MOREcolorart.com
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
- - - to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling
Services
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Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Tulsa SAGE Group Outing
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013; Meet at 10:30 am
sage~
The Tulsa SAGE group will meet for an outing on
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 at 10:30 am. After meeting
up, the group will head out to Sol Smith's Native
American Retreat which is North of Sand Springs on Services and Advocacy
Big Heart Mountain in Osage County. The group will for Gay, lesbian, Bisexua l
& Tramgender Elders
have lunch and a tour of his beautiful home complete
with hand carved totem pole and his 2 acre Chinese
garden. His home has a breathtaking view of the Arkansas River Valley. To
RSVP for the outing, please email lucas.green@okeq.org
Double Header
'Pride in the Ballpark' Charity Softball Game
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013; Game 1 - 2:05 pm; Game 2 - 5:35 pm
Come attend the First Annual
Chairty Softball Challenge
'Pride in the Ballpark' Double
Header at ONEOK Field on
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013.
First game starts at 2:05 pm.
See the Tulsa Drillers play
against the NWA Naturals
and stay after for the OkEq
Tulsa Hit Crew play against
the Tulsa Firefighters Team.
Seating is available in the Orange Sections (116 - 119) for $15 per ticket
and the Terrace Seating for $25 per ticket.
Tickets will be available for Pick Up at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
(621 E 4th St, Tulsa) and at ONEOK Field Will Call on the day of the
event.
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Equality Sports Alliance.
Purchase your tickets on the OkEq Website Store
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Flying Solo will take off Friday, May
24th for Memorial Day Weekend. Next meet is Friday,
June 7th, 2013.
'Love Free or Die' Screening
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis Ave
LOVE FREE OR DIE is about
a man whose two defining
passions are in direct conflict:
his love for God and for his
partner Mark. Gene Robinson
is the first openly gay person
to become a bishop in the
historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he
wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir.
The film follows Robinson from small-town churches in the New
Hampshire North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's
Lambeth Palace, as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops,
priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change
history. For more information, please visit Circle Cinema
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
110 E 2nd St
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
The Cheril Vendetti Experience is a fastpaced explosion of irreverent entertainment
that will leave you either heading for the door
or to the nearest bail bondsman!
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
The Cheril Vendetti Experience
Friday, June 14th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Direct from television's HBO, OWN and SPIKE networks and the famous
Los Angeles Comedy Store, comes the outrageous Cheril Vendetti! The
Boston-Italian comedienne, TV personality and comical cookbook author,
and her band, The Pasta Fazools, generate more laughs than Tony
Soprano could put a hit on. So grab your funny bone, leave your political
correctness at the door, and join the fun!
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
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An Adult Fairytale
Performances May 31st, June 1st - 2nd, 7th - 9th; 2013
Nightingale Theater
1416 E 4th St
Tulsa, OK 74120
Show Dates:
May 31st & June 1st - 7:00 pm
June 7th & 8th - 7:00 pm
June 2nd and 9th are matinee shows at
2:00 pm. Tickets are $15.00
Each character in No Walls Entertainment Group's production of "An Adult
Fairytale" is faced with overcoming fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living.
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are
between the ages of 18-30 and identify as LGBT, please help us learn
more about the needs of our LGBT community by completing this survey.
After completing the survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100
Amazon gift card. Take part in the survey here
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock!
Get them now before Pride for $20.00!
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'In the Name of Hate: Understanding Hate Crimes' by Barbara Perry
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You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
'In The Name of Hate' offers a
comprehensive theory of hate crimes,
arguing for an expansion of the legal
definitions that most states in the U.S.
hold. Barbara Perry provides an
historical understanding of hate crimes
and provocatively argues that hate
crimes are not an aberration of current
society, but rather a by-product of a
society still grappling with inequality,
difference, fear, and hate.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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Welcome to the eNews.
It is Pride Week in Tulsa! Be sure to join us on June 1st and 2nd! Keep
informed about all of the events lined up and help us celebrate Tulsa
Pride. www.tulsapride.org
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Pride in the Ballpark
Singles Night OUT
Love Free or Die
Cheril Vendetti
St. Jerome Fun Night
No Walls Entertainment
Tulsa Pride 2013
Saturday, June 1st and Sunday, June 2nd, 2013
LGBT
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T U L S A
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
June 20th, 7:00 pm
Everything you need to know about Tulsa Pride is here
and on www.tulsapride.org
Check for Tulsa Pride on Facebook for any last minute updates!
Friday, MAY 31st - At the Beach Tulsa Pride Pool Party
Saturday, JUNE 1st - Street Festival and Parade
Sunday, JUNE 2nd - Pride in the Park presented by Tulsa Shock
VOLUNTEER! Be part of Tulsa Pride 2013 by volunteering a couple of
hours and receive a free Pride Staff T-shirt, make some great friends, free
lunch and get a behind the scenes look at Tulsa Pride. Many areas are
available such as beverage attendant, entrance attendant and setup and
tear down assistant, parking attendant and much more.
Sign Up online: VOLUNTEER FORM
OkEq Art Exhibit
The May exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the photographic
work of
Lanette Clark
Tulsa Pride Events
• Friday, May 31st, 2013 - At the Beach Tulsa Pride Pool Party @
Holiday Inn Tulsa City Center, 17 W 7th St, 3:00 - 9:00 pm
Details about these events are available on the Tulsa Pride smartphone
app or www.tulsapride.org or Tulsa Pride's Facebook.
2013 Tulsa Pride Interfaith Service
Thursday, May 30th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Phillips Theological Seminary
901 N Mingo Rd
The 2013 Interfaith Service will be hosted by Phillips
Theological Seminary on Thursday May 30th, 2013 at
7:00 pm. PTS is located at 901 N Mingo Rd.
Clergy and Spiritual leaders from Tulsa's affirming and
inclusive Faith communities and several choirs and
ensembles participate in this annual event. Rev Bob
Lawrence is the organizer for this year's Interfaith
Service. The highlight of the Interfaith Service is the blessing of Pride
Flag. Please join the LGBT community as we celebrate the spiritual
diversity of Tulsa.
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
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Tulsa SAGE Viewing Room
Tulsa Pride Parade
Tulsa Pride is also offering an air-conditioned Tulsa Pride Parade viewing
area inside the Dennis R Neill Equality Center's Charles Faudree Board
Room for LGBT older adults, veterans and those with disabilities. This
room overlooks the front of the Center from the second floor. There is
easy access to this room utilizing the Elevator. Refreshments will be
provided.
PFLAG of Tulsa Billboards
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Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
PFLAG of Tulsa billboards will be up all over town starting in June.
Look for them at the following locations:
4140 S Peoria
5200 S Mingo
3612 S Sheridan
399 S 129th E Ave
8515 E I-44 (.5 Miles E of Memorial)
2510 E BA Expressway (West Side)
2002 E I-244 (South Side 100 ft East of Xanthus)
Grieving Well
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, June 4th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The June meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Leon's Restaurant on
Tuesday, June 4th, 2013 around 6:30 pm.
Leon's Restaurant is located at 3301 S Peoria Ave
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
Legal Services of Oklahoma Legal Clinic
Tuesday, June 14th, 2013; 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's
next Legal Clinic at the Equality
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OF OKLAHOMA, INC.
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Center is on Tuesday, June 14th, 2013, at 6:00 pm. The clinic guest
speaker will be Charlie Plumb. He will be speaking on FMLA (Family and
Medical Leave Act) and ADA (American with Disabilities Act)
accommodations in the work place.
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Workshop
Will resume June 3rd
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The June Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by the garden Trug. Please
RSVP to eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list.
Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members
alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute
commercial about your business.
The Garden Trug
3009 E 101st
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
SAGE
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
NERDception
Every other Tuesday; 7:00 pm. Next date is June 11th, 2013
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Do you prefer Marvel or DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars fan? If you could, in what
universe would you live? If you love all things nerd,
come down to the Equality Center where we will
have bi-weekly discussions about different topics.
For example, who would win: Superman or the
Hulk? Who is the best wizard of all: Gandalf,
Dumbledore or Willow? Do you think Buffy should
just get rid of Edward Cullen already? Whatever
your niche, you are welcome to come and discuss
it. For more information email: jonniemwright@gmail.com.
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage~
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
Donna Summer / Whitney Houston Tribute
Council Oak Mens Chorale Performances
Tuesday, June 4th and Friday, June 7th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Diversity & Dignity
Group
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Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Lorton Performance Center at The University of Tulsa
550 S. Gary Place, Tulsa, OK 74104
Join Council Oak Men's Chorale (COMC) for a Tribute Concert featuring
the Queens of Pop we lost too soon... with all the hits that will take you
back and get you moving! Disco era clothing is welcomed and
encouraged! Performances will include featured soloists from within the
Chorale and special guest soprano Phena Hackett. Selections include
some of the greatest hits of Donna Summer and Whitney Houston MacArthur Park, Last Dance, Greatest Love of All, I Will Always Love You
and more. The Chorale began in 1997 as a group of twelve men formed
for a World AIDS Day memorial service. Comprising dedicated volunteer
singers, COMC has achieved an outstanding reputation for vocal
excellence across the nation. The Chorale performs annual holiday and
summer concerts, outreach recitals and special events. COMC has
performed at OKMozart, Philbrook's Festival of Trees, and GALA Festivals
in San Jose, CA, Miami, FL and Denver, CO.
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Order tickets in advance at counciloak.org or at the door the night of
performances. Tickets are $15.
The Vocal Pride Foundation, Inc., of which Council Oak Men's Chorale is
a
registered trade name, is a fully qualified 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation
under IRS code.
Gamily featured family for June
This month's featured Gamily Family is Regina and Stacey Leblanc.
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
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Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Boot Camp
Regina & Stacey LeBlanc together for 14 years have 4 children. Sean,
Krista, Amber and Olivia Paige. The oldest child, Sean will be 24 next
month and is a United States Marine. Krista is 21. Amber will be a senior
at Jenks next year, she and little sister Olivia age 10, both dance for Jenks
Dance Academy.
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For more
information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah at
Gamily@okeq.org
The eNews for the week of May 30th, 2013 is brought to you by
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Mention this ad for
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MOREcolor Art Show
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Show opening on Thursday, June 13th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
MORE color
: .
MOREcolor is the current incarnation of the art show that began back in
the 1980's as the TOHR Art Show. An opportunity that give artists 70% of
their sales and keeping only a 30% commission, MOREcolor had its start
long before Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) had the Dennis R Neill
Equality Center, when the organization was still called Tulsa Oklahomans
Rainbow Writers
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for Human Rights. The show has been held in several locations, but its
home is now the Equality Center's spacious Event Center. Each year
brings new performance surprises to the opening night event, from
chamber music to jazz, from contemporary dance to belly, from
performance art to an opera flash mob, from a body art runway to
installation art. This year's opening event on Thursday evening, June 13th,
2013 will feature works by as many as sixty visual and performing artists,
and some surprises we can't confirm yet, as well as cash awards. The
event is free and open to the public.
MOREcolorart.com
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
Tulsa SAGE Group Outing
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013; Meet at 10:30 am
sage~
The Tulsa SAGE group will meet for an outing on
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 at 10:30 am. After meeting
up, the group will head out to Sol Smith's Native
American Retreat which is North of Sand Springs on Services ond Advocacy
Big Heart Mountain in Osage County. The group will for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
&. Transgender Elders
have lunch and a tour of his beautiful home complete
with hand carved totem pole and his 2 acre Chinese
garden. His home has a breathtaking view of the Arkansas River Valley. To
RSVP for the outing, please email lucas.green@okeq.org
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
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'Pride in the Ballpark' Charity Softball Game
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013; Game 1 - 2:05 pm; Game 2 - 5:35 pm
Game 1 - Tulsa Drillers vs
NWA Naturals
Game 2 - OkEq Hit Crew vs
Tulsa Firefighters
Game Night
Come attend the First Annual
Chairty Softball Challenge
'Pride in the Ballpark' Double
Header at ONEOK Field on
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013.
First game starts at 2:05 pm.
See the Tulsa Drillers play against the NWA Naturals and stay after for the
OkEq Tulsa Hit Crew play against the Tulsa Firefighters Team.
Seating is available in the Orange Sections (116 - 119) for $15 per ticket
and the Terrace Seating for $25 per ticket.
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Tickets will be available for Pick Up at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
(621 E 4th St, Tulsa) and at ONEOK Field Will Call on the day of the
event.
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Equality Sports Alliance.
Purchase your tickets on the OkEq Website Store
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Flying Solo will take off Friday, May
24th for Memorial Day Weekend. Next meet is Friday,
June 7th, 2013.
'Love Free or Die' Screening
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis Ave
LOVE FREE OR DIE is about
a man whose two defining
passions are in direct conflict:
his love for God and for his
partner Mark. Gene Robinson
is the first openly gay person
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
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to become a bishop in the
historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he
wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir.
The film follows Robinson from small-town churches in the New
Hampshire North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's
Lambeth Palace, as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops,
priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change
history. For more information, please visit Circle Cinema
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
The Cheril Vendetti Experience
Friday, June 14th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
110 E 2nd St
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
The Cheril Vendetti Experience is a fastpaced explosion of irreverent entertainment
that will leave you either heading for the door
or to the nearest bail bondsman!
Direct from television's HBO, OWN and SPIKE networks and the famous
Los Angeles Comedy Store, comes the outrageous Cheril Vendetti! The
Boston-Italian comedienne, TV personality and comical cookbook author,
and her band, The Pasta Fazools, generate more laughs than Tony
Soprano could put a hit on. So grab your funny bone, leave your political
correctness at the door, and join the fun! Purchase tickets here
St. Jerome Fun Night
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Friday, June 7th, 2013; 7:00 pm
St. Jerome Events Center
205 W. King Street
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
St. Jerome Fun Night Featuring
Fun, Friendship, Dancing
And Yes, Karaoke!
Friday, June 7th, 2013 7:00 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
All are welcome! Please spread the word and bring all of your friends. As
always bring your favorite munchies to share if you would like. Soda and
water will be provided. All are welcome to bring anything else you wish to
drink. Please call 918-582-3008 for more information.
An Adult Fairytale
Performances May 31st, June 1st - 2nd, 7th - 9th; 2013
Nightingale Theater
1416 E 4th St
Tulsa, OK 74120
Show Dates:
May 31st & June 1st - 7:00 pm
June 7th & 8th - 7:00 pm
June 2nd and 9th are matinee shows at
2:00 pm. Tickets are $15.00
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
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Each character in No Walls Entertainment Group's production of "An Adult
Fairytale" is faced with overcoming fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living.
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are
between the ages of 18-30 and identify as LGBT, please help us learn
more about the needs of our LGBT community by completing this survey.
After completing the survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100
Amazon gift card. Take part in the survey here
Equality Center Pride Store
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock!
Get them now before Pride for $20.00!
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Mayor of Castro Street' by Randy Shilts
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Known as "The Mayor of Castro Street"
even before he was elected to the San
Francisco Board of Supervisors,
Harvey Milk's personal life, public
career, and final assassination reflect
the dramatic emergence of the gay
community as a political power in
America. It is a story full of personal
tragedies and political intrigues,
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assassinations at City Hall, massive
riots in the streets, the miscarriage of
justice, and the consolidation of gay
power and gay hope.
The definitive story of the man whose
personal life, public career, and tragic
assassination mirrored the dramatic
and unprecedented emergence of the
gay community in America during the
70s.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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June 6th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
MOREcolor Art Show
Pride in the Ballpark
PFLAG Billboards
Welcome to the eNews.
Thank you to everyone who helped us celebrate Tulsa Pride weekend. Be
sure to join us for the MOREcolor Art Show reception on Thursday, June
13th, 2013 from 6 - 9 pm.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Tulsa SAGE
Equality Business Alliance
Moving On Support Group
Open AA Group
The eNews for the week of June 6th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
NERDception
Gamily Family
EBA Sponsor
Hips-Knees-Shoulders
Foot/Ankle-Sports Medicine
Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
www.hipandkneedoc.com
Council Oak Concert
Singles Night OUT
Love Free or Die
Cheril Vendetti
6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
PFLAG Conference
No Walls Entertainment
LGBT
Smoking
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MOREcolor Art Show
Show opening on Thursday, June 13th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
MORE color
.
MOREcolor is the current incarnation of the art show that began back in
the 1980's as the TOHR Art Show. An opportunity that give artists 70% of
their sales and keeping only a 30% commission, MOREcolor had its start
long before Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) had the Dennis R Neill
Equality Center, when the organization was still called Tulsa Oklahomans
for Human Rights. The show has been held in several locations, but its
home is now the Equality Center's spacious Event Center. Each year
brings new performance surprises to the opening night event, from
chamber music to jazz, from contemporary dance to belly, from
performance art to an opera flash mob, from a body art runway to
installation art. This year's opening event on Thursday evening, June 13th,
2013 will feature works by as many as sixty visual and performing artists,
and some surprises we can't confirm yet, as well as cash awards. The
event is free and open to the public.
MOREcolorart.com
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
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OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
June 20th, 7:00 pm
OkEq Art Exhibit
The June exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature a Pride
Celebration Exhibit
Tai Chi Class
Double Header
'Pride in the Ballpark' Charity Softball Game
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013; Game 1 - 2:05 pm; Game 2 - 5:35 pm
Game 1 - Tulsa Drillers vs
NWA Naturals
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Game 2 - OkEq Hit Crew vs
Tulsa Firefighters
Come attend the First Annual
Chairty Softball Challenge
'Pride in the Ballpark' Double
Header at ONEOK Field on
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013.
First game starts at 2:05 pm.
See the Tulsa Drillers play against the NWA Naturals and stay after for the
OkEq Tulsa Hit Crew play against the Tulsa Firefighters Team.
Seating is available in the Orange Sections (116 - 119) for $15 per ticket
and the Terrace Seating for $25 per ticket.
Tickets will be available for Pick Up at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
and at the OkEq table outside ONEOK Field on the day of the event.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
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Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Equality Sports Alliance.
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Purchase your tickets on the OkEq Website Store
PFLAG of Tulsa Billboards
V
Grieving Well
PFLAG of Tulsa billboards will be up all over town this month.
Look for them at the following locations:
4140 S Peoria
5200 S Mingo
3612 S Sheridan
399 S 129th E Ave
8515 E I-44 (.5 Miles E of Memorial)
2510 E BA Expressway (West Side)
2002 E I-244 (South Side 100 ft East of Xanthus)
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Legal Services of Oklahoma Legal Clinic
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013; 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
LEGAL AID SERVICES t h
OF OKLAHOMA, INC. =
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma's
Making Equal Justict for All a Reality
next Legal Clinic at the Equality
Center is on Tuesday, June 11th, 2013, at 6:00 pm. The clinic guest
speaker will be Charlie Plumb. He will be speaking on FMLA (Family and
Medical Leave Act) and ADA (American with Disabilities Act)
accommodations in the work place.
Tulsa SAGE Group Outing
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013; Meet at 10:30 am
sage~
The Tulsa SAGE group will meet for an outing on
Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 at 10:30 am. After meeting
up, the group will head out to Sol Smith's Native
American Retreat which is North of Sand Springs on Services and Advocacy
Big Heart Mountain in Osage County. The group will for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexua l
& Transgender Elders
have lunch and a tour of his beautiful home complete
with hand carved totem pole and his 2 acre Chinese
garden. His home has a breathtaking view of the Arkansas River Valley. To
RSVP for the outing, please email lucas.green@okeq.org
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
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EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The June Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by The Garden Trug.
Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your
friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
The Garden Trug
3009 E 101st
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137
Moving On... I Did It All for Love
8 week program begins Sunday, July 7th, 2013, 2:00 pm
Dr. Kurt T. Choate will be leading a support group for
persons newly-separated or divorced confronting the
emotional aspects of the ending of a relationship. This 8
week program is designed to help those who have
recently separated from a spouse come to terms with
their loss. By attending this relationship recovery
support group individuals can start to take charge of
their lives again. Instead of identifying as part of a
couple, participants will develop skills to help them think
of themselves as being a single person again.
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage~
Serv,ces and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
Dr Kurt is licensed professional counselor and assistant professor of
counseling and psychology at Northeastern State University and a native
of Oklahoma with his PhD from OSU.
Beginning July 7th through August 25th, on Sundays from 2:00 pm to 3:30
pm meeting at the Equality Center. Program fee is $50 for the 8 weeks.
Interested participants will need to contact Dr Kurt for a pre-screening
interview. Contact: DrKurt@okeq.org 918.449.6574
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
NERDception
Every other Tuesday; 7:00 pm. Next date is June 11th, 2013
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Do you prefer Marvel or DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars fan? If you could, in what
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universe would you live? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly discussions about different
topics. For example, who would win: Superman or
the Hulk? Who is the best wizard of all: Gandalf,
Dumbledore or Willow? Do you think Buffy should
just get rid of Edward Cullen already? Whatever
your niche, you are welcome to come and discuss it. For more information
email: jonniemwright@gmail.com.
Gamily featured family for June 6th, 2013
This week's featured Gamily Family is Crystal and Julie Loveland-Davis.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Congratulations Crystal and Julie Loveland-Davis on the birth of their
daughter Kyler Janine Loveland-Davis born at 5:35 am Saturday June 1st,
2013. She weighs 5 lbs & 12 ounces and is 19 inches long. And as you
can see she is beautiful. HAPPY PRIDE Kyler, we threw you a big party at
4th and Kenosha.
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
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Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For more
information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah at
Gamily@okeq.org
The eNews for the week of June 6th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
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Rainbow Writers
Donna Summer / Whitney Houston Tribute
Council Oak Mens Chorale Performances
Friday, June 7th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Every other Wednesday
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
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Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Friday, June 7th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Lorton Performance Center at The University of Tulsa
550 S. Gary Place, Tulsa, OK 74104
Join Council Oak Men's Chorale (COMC) for a Tribute Concert featuring
the Queens of Pop we lost too soon... with all the hits that will take you
back and get you moving! Disco era clothing is welcomed and
encouraged! Performances will include featured soloists from within the
Chorale and special guest soprano Phena Hackett. Selections include
some of the greatest hits of Donna Summer and Whitney Houston MacArthur Park, Last Dance, Greatest Love of All, I Will Always Love You
and more. The Chorale began in 1997 as a group of twelve men formed
for a World AIDS Day memorial service. Comprising dedicated volunteer
singers, COMC has achieved an outstanding reputation for vocal
excellence across the nation. The Chorale performs annual holiday and
summer concerts, outreach recitals and special events. COMC has
performed at OKMozart, Philbrook's Festival of Trees, and GALA Festivals
in San Jose, CA, Miami, FL and Denver, CO.
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Order tickets in advance at counciloak.org or at the door the night of
performances. Tickets are $15.
The Vocal Pride Foundation, Inc., of which Council Oak Men's Chorale is
a
registered trade name, is a fully qualified 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation
under IRS code.
Game Night
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
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Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Flying Solo will take off Friday, May
24th for Memorial Day Weekend. Next meet is Friday,
June 14th, 2013.
'Love Free or Die' Screening
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis Ave
LOVE FREE OR DIE is about
a man whose two defining
passions are in direct conflict:
his love for God and for his
partner Mark. Gene Robinson
is the first openly gay person
to become a bishop in the
historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he
wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir.
The film follows Robinson from small-town churches in the New
Hampshire North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's
Lambeth Palace, as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops,
priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change
history. For more information, please visit Circle Cinema
The Cheril Vendetti Experience
Friday, June 14th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
110 E 2nd St
The Cheril Vendetti Experience is a fastpaced explosion of irreverent entertainment
that will leave you either heading for the door
or to the nearest bail bondsman!
Direct from television's HBO, OWN and SPIKE networks and the famous
Los Angeles Comedy Store, comes the outrageous Cheril Vendetti! The
Boston-Italian comedienne, TV personality and comical cookbook author,
and her band, The Pasta Fazools, generate more laughs than Tony
Soprano could put a hit on. So grab your funny bone, leave your political
correctness at the door, and join the fun! Purchase tickets here
PFLAG Regional Conference
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Saturday, June 29th, 2013; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
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Anne & Henry Zarrow
School of Social Work,
University of Oklahoma
700 Elm Ave
Norman, OK 73069
PFLAG (Parents, Families, and
Friends of Lesbians and Gays),
Norman is hosting a day of learning
and training for anyone who wants to know more about lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) issues. On Saturday, June
29th, 2013, an all-day regional conference will feature a keynote address
by Brittany Novotny, an attorney who ran for the Oklahoma State House in
2010 and was the first known transgender candidate in an Oklahoma
election.
Ms. Novotny's keynote address will be followed by breakout sessions on a
wide range of topics, an address by Toby Jenkins, Executive Director for
Oklahomans for Equality during the lunch break, and an author's panel at
the end of the day of learning.
The conference will be held on the University of Oklahoma Campus in
Norman at the Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work. Sign in is at
8:30 am and the conference concludes at 4:30 pm. Conference fee is $25
per person or $15 for students. This includes a light breakfast, lunch and
materials. Pre-register at www.plfagnorman.org. For more information
----call 405.360.4497 or email help@pflagnorman.org
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
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MISSION:
An Adult Fairytale
Performances June 7th - 9th; 2013
Nightingale Theater
1416 E 4th St
Tulsa, OK 74120
Show Dates:
June 7th & 8th - 7:00 pm
June 9th is a matinee show at 2:00
pm. Tickets are $15.00
Each character in No Walls Entertainment Group's production of "An Adult
Fairytale" is faced with overcoming fear and failure, the draw of death and
the difficulties of daily living.
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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between the ages of 18-30 and identify as LGBT, please help us learn
more about the needs of our LGBT community by completing this survey.
After completing the survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100
Amazon gift card. Take part in the survey here
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $20.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
Pink Style Also Available
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'She's Not the Man I Married: My Life with a Transgender Husband'
by Helen Boyd
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Helen Boyd's husband, who had long
been open about being a crossdresser, was considering living as a
woman full time. Suddenly, Boyd was
confronted with the reality of what it
would mean if her husband were
actually to become a woman - socially,
legally, and medically. Would Boyd love
and desire her partner the same way?
Boyd's first book, My Husband Betty,
explored the relationships of crossdressing men and their partners. Now,
She's Not the Man I Married is both a
sequel and a more expansive
examination of gender in relationships.
It's for couples who are homosexual or
heterosexual, and for readers who fall
anywhere along the gender continuum.
As Boyd struggles to understand the
nature of marriage, passion, and love, she shares her confusion and
anger, providing a fascinating observation of the ways in which
relationships are gendered, and how we cope, or don't, with the emotional
and sexual pressures that gender roles can bring to our marriages and
relationships.
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June 12th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
MOREcolor Art Show
Pride in the Ballpark
PFLAG Billboards
Welcome to the eNews.
Be sure to join us for the MOREcolor Art Show reception on Thursday,
June 13th, 2013 from 6 - 9 pm.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of June 12th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Pride Month Display
Love Free or Die
Moving On Support Group
Equality Business Alliance
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Ice Cream Social
Gamily Family
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Team doctor for Tulsa Threat
and Tulsa Crew.
Mention this ad for
priority scheduling by
calling 918-514-3009
or online at
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EBA Sponsor
Singles Night OUT
Open AA Group
First Thursday
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6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
PFLAG Conference
Article Headline
MOREcolor Art Show
Show opening on Thursday, June 13th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
LGBT
Smoking
Survey
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MORE color
.
MOREcolor is the current incarnation of the art show that began back in
the 1980's as the TOHR Art Show. An opportunity that give artists 70% of
their sales and keeping only a 30% commission, MOREcolor had its start
long before Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq) had the Dennis R Neill
Equality Center, when the organization was still called Tulsa Oklahomans
for Human Rights. The show has been held in several locations, but its
home is now the Equality Center's spacious Event Center. Each year
brings new performance surprises to the opening night event, from
chamber music to jazz, from contemporary dance to belly, from
performance art to an opera flash mob, from a body art runway to
installation art. This year's opening event on Thursday evening, June 13th,
2013 will feature works by as many as sixty visual and performing artists,
and some surprises we can't confirm yet, as well as cash awards. The
event is free and open to the public.
MOREcolorart.com
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
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OkEq Art Exhibit
The July exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the work of
Thomas Tabor
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Double Header
'Pride in the Ballpark' Charity Softball Game
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013; Game 1 - 2:05 pm; Game 2 - 5:35 pm
Game 1 - Tulsa Drillers vs
NWA Naturals
Game 2 - OkEq Hit Crew vs
Tulsa Firefighters
Come attend the First Annual
Charity Softball Challenge
'Pride in the Ballpark' Double
Header at ONEOK Field on
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013.
First game starts at 2:05 pm.
See the Tulsa Drillers play against the NWA Naturals and stay after for the
OkEq Tulsa Hit Crew play against the Tulsa Firefighters Team.
Seating is available in the Orange Sections (116 - 119) for $15 per ticket
and the Terrace Seating for $25 per ticket.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Tickets are available at the the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center (621 E 4th
St, Tulsa) and tickets sold online will be available for Pick Up at the
Equality Center and at the OkEq table at ONEOK Field on the day of the
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event. Tickets will not be mailed.
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Equality Sports Alliance.
Purchase your tickets on the OkEq Website Store
PFLAG of Tulsa Billboards
V
PFLAG of Tulsa billboards will be up all over town this month.
Look for them at the following locations:
4140 S Peoria
5200 S Mingo
3612 S Sheridan
399 S 129th E Ave
8515 E I-44 (.5 Miles E of Memorial)
2510 E BA Expressway (West Side)
2002 E I-244 (South Side 100 ft East of Xanthus)
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Pride Month Display
All month long at Tulsa City-County Central Library
Downtown
400 Civic Center
Tulsa, OK 74103
Coordinated by Nancy McDonald of the Tulsa Chapter of PFLAG, a LGBT
Pride Month Display will be available for viewing during the month of June
on the 2nd Floor of the Tulsa City-County Central Library Downtown.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
'Love Free or Die' Screening
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
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Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis Ave
LOVE FREE OR DIE is about
a man whose two defining
passions are in direct conflict:
his love for God and for his
partner Mark. Gene Robinson
is the first openly gay person
to become a bishop in the
historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he
wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir.
The film follows Robinson from small-town churches in the New
Hampshire North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's
Lambeth Palace, as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops,
priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change
history. For more information, please visit Circle Cinema
Moving On... I Did It All for Love
8 week program begins Sunday, July 7th, 2013, 2:00 pm
Dr. Kurt T. Choate will be leading a support group for
persons newly-separated or divorced confronting the
emotional aspects of the ending of a relationship. This 8
week program is designed to help those who have
recently separated from a spouse come to terms with
their loss. By attending this relationship recovery
support group individuals can start to take charge of
their lives again. Instead of identifying as part of a
couple, participants will develop skills to help them think
of themselves as being a single person again.
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage~
Serv,ces and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
Dr Kurt is licensed professional counselor and assistant professor of
counseling and psychology at Northeastern State University and a native
of Oklahoma with his PhD from OSU.
Beginning July 7th through August 25th, on Sundays from 2:00 pm to 3:30
pm meeting at the Equality Center. Program fee is $50 for the 8 weeks.
Interested participants will need to contact Dr Kurt for a pre-screening
interview. Contact: DrKurt@okeq.org 918.449.6574
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The June Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by The Garden Trug.
Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your
friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
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The Garden Trug
3009 E 101st
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137
Congratulations to OkEq Tony Award Winners!
Oklahomans for Equality congratulates OkEq members Jay Krottinger and
Ryan Jude Tanner of Square 1 Theatrics on their Tony Award. Square 1
Theatrics, an Equality Business Alliance member, are producers of Pippin!
which won 4 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival.
www.square1theatrics.com
1st Annual Gamily Ice Cream Social
Sunday, July 21st, 2013
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Kids scream, parents scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Come out meet other LGBT families, have fun, and eat
ICE CREAM! This is also an opportunity to give your ideas
for future activities, events, meetings, etc. Join us on
Sunday, July 21st, 2013. Email Gamily@OkEq.org for
more information.
Gamily featured family for June 12th, 2013
This week's featured Gamily Family is Trevor Wood and Aaron Petty.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
JUNE 25th
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
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through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Trevor and Aaron welcomed their twin boys, Caden Neal Wood and Carter
Nicholas Wood on October 2nd, 2012. The boys are now 8 months old
and they both love swimming a lot, and giving facial expressions to each
other.
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Boot Camp
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For more
information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah at
Gamily@okeq.org
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
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Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
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Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Flying Solo will take off Friday, May
24th for Memorial Day Weekend. Next meet is Friday,
June 14th, 2013.
Every other Wednesday
JUNE 19th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
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Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
Counseling
Services
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
Friday, July 5th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The July OkEq showcase and exhibit of local
artists at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center,
will feature the works of Thomas Tabor in a
show, beginning with a reception on FRIDAY,
July 5th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month. The usual "First
Thursday" Opening Show is being postponed
to Friday because of the Independence Day
Holiday.
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The Cheril Vendetti Experience
Friday, June 14th, 2013; 8:00 pm
Tulsa Performing Arts Center
110 E 2nd St
The Cheril Vendetti Experience is a fastpaced explosion of irreverent entertainment
that will leave you either heading for the door
or to the nearest bail bondsman!
Direct from television's HBO, OWN and SPIKE networks and the famous
Los Angeles Comedy Store, comes the outrageous Cheril Vendetti! The
Boston-Italian comedienne, TV personality and comical cookbook author,
and her band, The Pasta Fazools, generate more laughs than Tony
Soprano could put a hit on. So grab your funny bone, leave your political
correctness at the door, and join the fun! Purchase tickets here
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
PFLAG Regional Conference
Saturday, June 29th, 2013; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Anne & Henry Zarrow
School of Social Work,
University of Oklahoma
700 Elm Ave
Norman, OK 73069
PFLAG (Parents, Families, and
Friends of Lesbians and Gays),
Norman is hosting a day of learning
and training for anyone who wants to know more about lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) issues. On Saturday, June
29th, 2013, an all-day regional conference will feature a keynote address
by Brittany Novotny, an attorney who ran for the Oklahoma State House in
2010 and was the first known transgender candidate in an Oklahoma
election.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Ms. Novotny's keynote address will be followed by breakout sessions on a
wide range of topics, an address by Toby Jenkins, Executive Director for
Oklahomans for Equality during the lunch break, and an author's panel at
the end of the day of learning.
The conference will be held on the University of Oklahoma Campus in
Norman at the Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work. Sign in is at
8:30 am and the conference concludes at 4:30 pm. Conference fee is $25
per person or $15 for students. This includes a light breakfast, lunch and
materials. Pre-register at www.plfagnorman.org. For more information
call 405.360.4497 or email help@pflagnorman.org
HIV Wellness Retreat
July 19th - 21st, 2013
Upcoming fundraisers for the HIV Wellness Retreat:
June 16th, 2013 - 6:00 pm Fathers day cookout at Tulsa
Eagle - $5 a plate hamburgers hot dogs $1 jello shots
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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June 20th, 2013 - Elote Cafe Donating 10% of meal
check from 4:00 pm - Close
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
50/50 raffles at area bars:
June 21st, 2013 - Yellow Brick Road Pub, 2630 E 15th St
June 22th, 2013 - Bamboo Lounge, 77204 E Pine
June 27th, 2013 - Club Majestic, 124 N Boston
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are
between the ages of 18-30 and identify as LGBT, please help us learn
more about the needs of our LGBT community by completing this survey.
After completing the survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100
Amazon gift card. Take part in the survey here
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $20.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
Pink Style Also Available
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'Three' by Annemarie Monahan
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
One yellow April morning, a 17 year old
girl asks herself, "Do I dare to eat a
peach?" Three different answers will
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
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send her down three very different
paths.
That morning is long past. Now she is
41.
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
Kitty Trevelyan has been happily
married 23 years. Happily enough.
Until her professor asks her for coffee
and kisses her.
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Dr. Katherine North's memory of two
lovers chafes her like a hair shirt. After
reading one has died, she contacts
the other-only to discover that she has
been renounced for God.
MISSION:
�ntonia searches the sea-horizon every evening. In the last light, she can
glimpse it: a feminist Utopia built on an abandoned oil rig, led by her
charismatic and bipolar lover. Her lost Eden made by Eves.
Who are we? Who haven't we been? Have we dared? Three of one
woman's possible lives are about to collide.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa ,
your local
action center!
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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June 19th, 2013
In This Issue
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Welcome to the eNews.
Be sure to buy your tickets for the Pride in the Ballpark Charity Softball
game for Sunday, June 23rd, 2013 at Drillers Stadium. Find the details
below.
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Pride Month Display
Love Free or Die
Tulsa Pride Feedback
Moving On Support Group
Ice Cream Social
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First Thursday
Guys Dine Too
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'Pride in the Ballpark' Charity Softball Game
PFLAG Conference
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013; Game 1 - 2:05 pm; Game 2 - 5:35 pm
LGBT
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Game 1 - Tulsa Drillers vs
NWA Naturals
Board of Directors
Game 2 - OkEq Hit Crew vs
Tulsa Firefighters Calendar
Team
Rainbow Library
Come attend the First Annual
Charity Softball Challenge
'Pride in the Ballpark' Double
Header at ONEOK Field on
Sunday, June 23rd, 2013.
First game starts at 2:05 pm.
Pride Store
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
See the Tulsa Drillers play against the NWA Naturals and stay after for the
OkEq Tulsa Hit Crew play against the Tulsa Firefighters Calendar Team.
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Seating is available in the Orange Sections (116 - 119) for $15 per ticket
and the Terrace Seating for $25 per ticket.
Tickets are available at the the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center (621 E 4th
St, Tulsa) and tickets sold online will be available for Pick Up at the
Equality Center and at the OkEq table at ONEOK Field on the day of the
event. Tickets will not be mailed.
Proceeds from ticket sales will benefit the Equality Sports Alliance.
Purchase your tickets on the OkEq Website Store
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
OkEq Art Exhibit
The July exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the work of
Thomas Tabor
The June Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on
Wednesday, June 19th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by The Garden Trug.
Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your
friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
Tai Chi Class
The Garden Trug
3009 E 101st
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74137
PFLAG of Tulsa Billboards
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
PFLAG of Tulsa billboards will be up all over town this month.
Look for them at the following locations:
4140 S Peoria
5200 S Mingo
3612 S Sheridan
399 S 129th E Ave
8515 E I-44 (.5 Miles E of Memorial)
2510 E BA Expressway (West Side)
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
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2002 E I-244 (South Side 100 ft East of Xanthus)
Pride Month Display
All month long at Tulsa City-County Central Library
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Downtown
400 Civic Center
Tulsa, OK 74103
Coordinated by Nancy McDonald of the Tulsa Chapter of PFLAG, a LGBT
Pride Month Display will be available for viewing during the month of June
on the 2nd Floor of the Tulsa City-County Central Library Downtown.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
'Love Free or Die' Screening
Tuesday, June 25th, 2013; 6:30 pm
Circle Cinema
10 S Lewis Ave
LOVE FREE OR DIE is about
a man whose two defining
passions are in direct conflict:
his love for God and for his
partner Mark. Gene Robinson
is the first openly gay person
to become a bishop in the
historic traditions of Christendom. His consecration in 2003, to which he
wore a bullet-proof vest, caused an international stir.
The film follows Robinson from small-town churches in the New
Hampshire North Country to Washington's Lincoln Memorial to London's
Lambeth Palace, as he calls for all to stand for equality - inspiring bishops,
priests and ordinary folk to come out from the shadows and change
history. For more information, please visit Circle Cinema
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Tulsa Pride Community Feedback
Public Feedback Meeting Thursday, June 27th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
THANK YOU TULSA! The OkEq Tulsa Pride
Committee would like to thank all who attended Tulsa
Pride 2013 Celebrations. Please complete this short
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survey by clicking on the link below and help us plan for Tulsa Pride 2014.
Please remember that the Community Feedback meeting is at the Equality
Center on Thursday, June 27th at 7:30 pm. All are welcome to attend and
share innovative ideas for Tulsa Pride 2014.
Tulsa Pride 2013 Survey
Moving On... I Did It All for Love
8 week program begins Sunday, July 7th, 2013, 2:00 pm
Dr. Kurt T. Choate will be leading a support group for
persons newly-separated or divorced confronting the
emotional aspects of the ending of a relationship. This 8
week program is designed to help those who have
recently separated from a spouse come to terms with
their loss. By attending this relationship recovery
support group individuals can start to take charge of
their lives again. Instead of identifying as part of a
couple, participants will develop skills to help them think
of themselves as being a single person again.
Dr Kurt is licensed professional counselor and assistant professor of
counseling and psychology at Northeastern State University and a native
of Oklahoma with his PhD from OSU.
Beginning July 7th through August 25th, on Sundays from 2:00 pm to 3:30
pm meeting at the Equality Center. Program fee is $50 for the 8 weeks.
Interested participants will need to contact Dr Kurt for a pre-screening
interview. Contact: DrKurt@okeq.org 918.449.6574
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Serv,ces and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
1st Annual Gamily Ice Cream Social
Sunday, July 21st, 2013; 4:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Kids scream, parents scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Come out meet other LGBT families, have fun, and eat
ICE CREAM! This is also an opportunity to give your ideas
for future activities, events, meetings, etc. Join us on
Sunday, July 21st, 2013 at 4:00 pm. Email
Gamily@OkEq.org for more information.
Gamily featured family for June 19th, 2013
This week's featured Gamily Family is Rebeka Radcliff & Kim McDonald.
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
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1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Rebeka Radcliff & Kim McDonald welcomed their first child, Jordan
Everett McRad on February 20th, 2013. Now 4 months old, Jordan's
mommies stay busy admiring him and working in social services in the
Tulsa area. The couple were married in September 2010 in Montreal,
Canada and held their reception at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
NERDception
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For more
information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah at
Gamily@okeq.org
Every other Tuesday
JUNE 25th
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
The eNews for the week of June 19th, 2013 is brought to you by
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Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
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through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Tulsa SAGE Outing
June 6th, 2013
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Boot Camp
The Tulsa SAGE met for an outing last Tuesday, June 11th, 2013 The
group visited a Native American Retreat, north of Sand Springs on Big
Heart Mountain in Osage County. The group had lunch and toured his
beautiful home complete with hand carved totem pole and his 2 acre
Chinese garden. Tulsa SAGE meets every Tuesday at 10:00 am at the
Equality Center.
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
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Rainbow Writers
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Next meet is Friday, June 28th,
2013.
Every other Wednesday
JUNE 19th
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Open A.A. Group
Every Wednedsay, 12:00 pm
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
The Dennis R. Neill Equality Center will host an open A.A. group every
Wednesday at 12:00 pm. For more information, please call 918.743.2754
Counseling
Services
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday; 7:00 pm
Next meeting is on Wednesday JUNE 19th, 2013
7:00 pm
A creative writers group where authors of all genres
and styles are welcome to attend and receive politely
honest, enthusiastic and constructive feedback.
Please email rainbowwriters@OkEq.org for more
information
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Governor signs School Safety and Bullying
Prevention Act
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
HB 1661 "School Safety & Bullying Prevention Act" was recently signed by
Governor Fallin. HB 1661 requires annual training for administrators and
staff as developed by the State Department of Educator for preventing,
identifying, responding to and reporting incidents of bullying. OkEq would
like to send Thanks to Nancy McDonald and PFLAG chapters all over the
state, the Children's Consortium, the Tulsa Stop Bullying Coalition, The
Equality Network and Cimarron Alliance.
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
Friday, July 5th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The July OkEq showcase and exhibit of local
artists at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center,
will feature the works of Thomas Tabor in a
show, beginning with a reception on FRIDAY,
July 5th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month. The usual "First
Thursday" Opening Show is being postponed
to Friday because of the Independence Day
Holiday.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013; 6:30 pm
The July meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Johnny Carino's on Tuesday,
July 2nd, 2013 around 6:30 pm. Johnny Carino's is located at 6364 E 41st
St (On 41st and Sheirdan)
Johnny Carino's
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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PFLAG Regional Conference
Saturday, June 29th, 2013; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Anne & Henry Zarrow
School of Social Work,
University of Oklahoma
700 Elm Ave
Norman, OK 73069
PFLAG (Parents, Families, and
Friends of Lesbians and Gays),
Norman is hosting a day of learning
and training for anyone who wants to know more about lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) issues. On Saturday, June
29th, 2013, an all-day regional conference will feature a keynote address
by Brittany Novotny, an attorney who ran for the Oklahoma State House in
2010 and was the first known transgender candidate in an Oklahoma
election.
Ms. Novotny's keynote address will be followed by breakout sessions on a
wide range of topics, an address by Toby Jenkins, Executive Director for
Oklahomans for Equality during the lunch break, and an author's panel at
the end of the day of learning.
The conference will be held on the University of Oklahoma Campus in
Norman at the Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work. Sign in is at
8:30 am and the conference concludes at 4:30 pm. Conference fee is $25
per person or $15 for students. This includes a light breakfast, lunch and
materials. Pre-register at www.plfagnorman.org. For more information
call 405.360.4497 or email help@pflagnorman.org
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HIV Wellness Retreat
July 19th - 21st, 2013
Upcoming fundraisers for the HIV Wellness Retreat:
June 20th, 2013 - Elote Cafe Donating 10% of meal
check from 4:00 pm - Close
50/50 raffles at area bars:
June 21st, 2013 - Yellow Brick Road Pub, 2630 E 15th
St
June 22th, 2013 - Bamboo Lounge, 77204 E Pine
June 27th, 2013 - Club Majestic, 124 N Boston
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
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LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are between the ages of 18-30 and
identify as LGBT, please help us learn more about the needs of our
LGBT community by completing this survey. After completing the
survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100 Amazon gift card.
Take part in the survey here
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Nominations to the Board of Directors are made in one of two ways:
1. Recommended by the Board Development and Governance Committee
(Applications due to OkEq by July 21st) OR
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
2. By petition of at least 15 current OkEq members (Due to the OkEq
Secretary by September 11th)
At this time the Board Development and Governance Committee (BDG) is
accepting applications for possible BDG nominations of those members
interested in serving the OkEq community as a Director. Seven directors
will be elected. Please contact Lucas.Green@okeq.org for an application
---and to interview with the Board of Development and Governance
Committee if you desire to be nominated by the Board of Development
and Governance Committee.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Requirements and Expectations of a Director:
1. Be a current OkEq Member
2. Attend Board Meetings on the third Thursday of each month
3. Contribute talent, time, energy toward supporting the mission of OkEq
4. Work additional assignments as required (Assignments are usually
made pursuant to the particular knowledge, skills and abilities of a
Director)
5. Serve a two year term
Equality Center Pride Store
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $20.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Lesbian Love Companion: How to Survive Everything From
Heartthrob to Heartbreak' by Marny Hall, Ph.D.
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
In The Lesbian Love Companion,
Marny Hall, Ph.D., a psychotherapist
with
twenty
years'
experience
counseling lesbian couples, explores
and celebrates lesbian relationships in
all their complexity - and humor. Based
on the idea that the key to healthy
relationships lies in our ability to keep
refining the story of our relationships, it
presents the perfect blend of advice
and inspiration for every lesbian
looking for love.
Interspersing real-life examples from
Hall's practice, sound advice, and
laugh-out-loud
observations,
The
Lesbian Love Companion takes a
completely fresh and honest approach
to the unique relationship issues near
and dear to every lesbian's heart.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
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Wednesday, June 26th, 2013; 6:00 pm
Find Us on Facebook
Join us for the Decision Day Rally as we gather as a community to
celebrate the Supreme Court rulings on both the Defense of Marriage Act
(DOMA) and Proposition 8 making same sex marriage legal in California
once again. We will gather at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center at 6:00
pm and hear from our legal experts and the plaintiffs in the Oklahoma
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Marriage Equality Lawsuit to find out how the ruling will impact Oklahoma.
We have plenty of champagne chilled for a big gay toast and a fabulous
wedding cake
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
July 18th, 7:00 pm
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The July Monthly EBA Business Meeting will be on Tuesday, July 9th,
2013 at 6:00 pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is open to members
and non-members, however you must be a paid member to speak or vote
on agenda items. This is your chance to steer the organization so all
members are encouraged to attend. If you have an item you want on the
agenda, please have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday July 7th.
The July Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, July 17th, 2013 at
6:00 pm, hosted by Greendog Spa & Resort. Please RSVP to
eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins
are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring
plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial
about your business.
Greendog Spa & Resort
3801 South Harvard Avenue, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74135
PFLAG of Tulsa Billboards
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OkEq Art Exhibit
The July exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the work of
Thomas Tabor
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
PFLAG of Tulsa billboards will be up all over town this month.
Look for them at the following locations:
4140 S Peoria
5200 S Mingo
3612 S Sheridan
399 S 129th E Ave
8515 E I-44 (.5 Miles E of Memorial)
2510 E BA Expressway (West Side)
2002 E I-244 (South Side 100 ft East of Xanthus)
Spectrum Knits
Pride Month Display
All month long at Tulsa City-County Central Library
Downtown
400 Civic Center
Tulsa, OK 74103
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
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Coordinated by Nancy McDonald of the Tulsa Chapter of PFLAG, a LGBT
Pride Month Display will be available for viewing during the month of June
on the 2nd Floor of the Tulsa City-County Central Library Downtown.
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
Tulsa Pride Community Feedback
Public Feedback Meeting Thursday, June 27th, 2013; 7:30 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
THANK YOU TULSA! The OkEq Tulsa Pride
Committee would like to thank all who attended Tulsa
Pride 2013 Celebrations. Please complete this short
survey by clicking on the link below and help us plan for Tulsa Pride 2014.
Please remember that the Community Feedback meeting is at the Equality
Center on Thursday, June 27th at 7:30 pm. All are welcome to attend and
share innovative ideas for Tulsa Pride 2014.
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Tulsa Pride 2013 Survey
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, July 2nd, 2013; 6:30 pm
The July meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Johnny Carino's on Tuesday,
July 2nd, 2013 around 6:30 pm. Johnny Carino's is located at 6364 E 41st
St (On 41st and Sheirdan)
Johnny Carino's
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Friday, July 5th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The July OkEq showcase and exhibit of local
artists at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center,
will feature the works of Thomas Tabor in a
show, beginning with a reception on FRIDAY,
July 5th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month. The usual "First
Thursday" Opening Show is being postponed
to Friday because of the Independence Day
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Holiday.
Moving On... I Did It All for Love
8 week program begins Sunday, July 7th, 2013, 2:00 pm
Dr. Kurt T. Choate will be leading a support group for
persons newly-separated or divorced confronting the
emotional aspects of the ending of a relationship. This 8
week program is designed to help those who have
recently separated from a spouse come to terms with
their loss. By attending this relationship recovery
support group individuals can start to take charge of
their lives again. Instead of identifying as part of a
couple, participants will develop skills to help them think
of themselves as being a single person again.
Dr Kurt is licensed professional counselor and assistant professor of
counseling and psychology at Northeastern State University and a native
of Oklahoma with his PhD from OSU.
Beginning July 7th through August 25th, on Sundays from 2:00 pm to 3:30
pm meeting at the Equality Center. Program fee is $50 for the 8 weeks.
Interested participants will need to contact Dr Kurt for a pre-screening
interview. Contact: DrKurt@okeq.org 918.449.6574
1st Annual Gamily Ice Cream Social
Sunday, July 21st, 2013; 4:00 pm
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Serv,ces and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Kids scream, parents scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Come out meet other LGBT families, have fun, and eat
ICE CREAM! This is also an opportunity to give your ideas
for future activities, events, meetings, etc. Join us on
Sunday, July 21st, 2013 at 4:00 pm. Email
Gamily@OkEq.org for more information.
Flying Solo - Singles Night OUT
2nd and 4th Fridays; 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Dennis R Neill Equality Center
OkEq is hosting a new singles group for the LGBT
community looking to meet new people and try new
experiences. Meets on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of every
month. Hosted by JIMMIE NEUTRON. Event will be
ages 21 and over. Next meet is Friday, June 28th,
2013.
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Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Tulsa Area Prime
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1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday; 7:00 pm
Next meeting is on Wednesday JULY 3rd, 2013
7:00 pm
A creative writers group where authors of all genres
and styles are welcome to attend and receive politely
honest, enthusiastic and constructive feedback.
Please email rainbowwriters@OkEq.org for more
information
PFLAG Regional Conference
Saturday, June 29th, 2013; 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Anne & Henry Zarrow
School of Social Work,
University of Oklahoma
700 Elm Ave
Norman, OK 73069
PFLAG (Parents, Families, and
Friends of Lesbians and Gays),
Norman is hosting a day of learning
and training for anyone who wants to know more about lesbian, gay,
bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ) issues. On Saturday, June
29th, 2013, an all-day regional conference will feature a keynote address
by Brittany Novotny, an attorney who ran for the Oklahoma State House in
2010 and was the first known transgender candidate in an Oklahoma
election.
Ms. Novotny's keynote address will be followed by breakout sessions on a
wide range of topics, an address by Toby Jenkins, Executive Director for
Oklahomans for Equality during the lunch break, and an author's panel at
the end of the day of learning.
The conference will be held on the University of Oklahoma Campus in
Norman at the Anne and Henry Zarrow School of Social Work. Sign in is at
8:30 am and the conference concludes at 4:30 pm. Conference fee is $25
per person or $15 for students. This includes a light breakfast, lunch and
materials. Pre-register at www.plfagnorman.org. For more information
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
JULY 9th
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
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HIV Wellness Retreat
July 19th - 21st, 2013
Upcoming fundraisers for the HIV Wellness Retreat:
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
June 27th, 2013 - Club Majestic, 124 N Boston
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Take part in a first-time opportunity for LGBT people in
Oklahoma. Angela Sivadon, a PhD nursing student at the University
of Missouri - Kansas City and a member of the Oklahoma
LGBT community is conducting an online research study. The purpose of
this research study is to better understand how our social environment
contributes to smoking among lesbian, gay,
bisexual, and transgender individuals. The
information gathered will be used to create
healthier social gathering places, design
LGBT quit smoking programs and improve the
overall health of the community. If you are
between the ages of 18-30 and identify as LGBT, please help us learn
more about the needs of our LGBT community by completing this survey.
After completing the survey you can register for a drawing to win a $100
Amazon gift card. Take part in the survey here
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Nominations to the Board of Directors are made in one of two ways:
1. Recommended by the Board Development and Governance Committee
(Applications due to OkEq by July 21st) OR
2. By petition of at least 15 current OkEq members (Due to the OkEq
Secretary by September 11th)
At this time the Board Development and Governance Committee (BDG) is
accepting applications for possible BDG nominations of those members
interested in serving the OkEq community as a Director. Seven directors
will be elected. Please contact Lucas.Green@okeq.org for an application
and to interview with the Board of Development and Governance
Committee if you desire to be nominated by the Board of Development
and Governance Committee.
Requirements and Expectations of a Director:
1. Be a current OkEq Member
2. Attend Board Meetings on the third Thursday of each month
3. Contribute talent, time, energy toward supporting the mission of OkEq
4. Work additional assignments as required (Assignments are usually
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
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Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $20.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
Every other Wednesday
JULY 3rd
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
'Bi: Notes for a Bisexual Revolution' by Shiri Eisner
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Depicted as duplicitous, traitorous, and
promiscuous, bisexuality has long been
suspected, marginalized, and rejected
by both straight and gay communities
alike.
Bi
takes
a
long
overdue,
comprehensive look at bisexual
politics-from the issues surrounding
biphobia/monosexism, feminism, and
transgenderism to the practice of
labeling those who identify as bi as
either "too bisexual" (promiscuous and
incapable of fidelity) or "not bisexual
enough"
(not
actively
engaging
romantically or sexually with people of
at least two different genders). In this
forward-thinking
and
eye-opening
book,
feminist
bisexual
and
genderqueer activist Shiri Eisner takes readers on a journey through the
many aspects of the meanings and politics of bisexuality, specifically
highlighting how bisexuality can open up new and exciting ways of
challenging social convention.
Informed by feminist, transgender, and queer theory, as well as politics
and activism, Bi is a radical manifesto for a group that has been too
frequently silenced, erased, and denied-and a starting point from which to
Counseling
Services
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Organization of
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your local
action center!
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
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MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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First Thursday
July Legal Clinic
Welcome to the eNews.
The regular First Thursday Art Show will be on Friday, July 5th at 6 pm.
The Tulsa Metro Softball League is holding the 2nd Annual Tulsa Crude
Classic Softball Tournament on July 5th - 7th at the Carl Smith Softball
Complex.
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Programming Note
All regular programs at the Equality Center will not be held on Thursday,
July 4th, 2013. The Center will be open at 12 pm.
Happy Fourth of July!
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
July 18th, 7:00 pm
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OkEq Art Exhibit
The July exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the work of
Thomas Tabor
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"First Thursday" Art Show Reception
Friday, July 5th, 2013; 6:00 - 9:00 pm
The July OkEq showcase and exhibit of local
artists at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center,
will feature the works of Thomas Tabor in a
show, beginning with a reception on FRIDAY,
July 5th from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing
throughout the month. The usual "First
Thursday" Opening Show is being postponed
to Friday because of the Independence Day
Holiday.
July Legal Clinic
Tuesday, July 9th, 2013; 6:00 pm
ABA Young Lawyers Division
Project
Salute:
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Young Lawyers Serving Veterans
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality will present a legal clinic at the Equality Center
on Tuesday, July 9th, 2013 at 6:00 pm. The topic will be Veteran's benefits.
Angela Mauch, Esq., will be the guest speaker for the clinic.
Fighting for increased federal benefits?
Applying for federal benefits?
Entitled to federal benefits?
Free legal presentation and consultations about your benefits will be held
Please bring your DD Form 214, recent VA ratings decisions, and other
documents that will help us understand and evaluate your federal veteran
benefit matter.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
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Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The July Monthly EBA Business Meeting will be on Tuesday, July 9th,
2013 at 6:00 pm at the Equality Center. This meeting is open to members
and non-members, however you must be a paid member to speak or vote on
agenda items. This is your chance to steer the organization so all members
are encouraged to attend. If you have an item you want on the agenda,
please have it send to eba@okeq.org by Monday July 7th.
The July Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday, July 17th, 2013 at
6:00 pm, hosted by Greendog Spa & Resort. Please RSVP to
eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your friends list. Walk ins
are welcome. This event is open to members and non-members alike. Bring
plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2 minute commercial
about your business.
Greendog Spa & Resort
3801 South Harvard Avenue, Tulsa, Oklahoma 74135
1st Annual Gamily Ice Cream Social
Sunday, July 21st, 2013; 4:00 pm
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Kids scream, parents scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Come out meet other LGBT families, have fun, and eat ICE
CREAM! This is also an opportunity to give your ideas for
future activities, events, meetings, etc. Join us on Sunday,
July 21st, 2013 at 4:00 pm. Email Gamily@OkEq.org to
RSVP or for more information.
Gamily featured family for the week of July 3rd
This week's featured Gamily Family is
Sam Harris & Danny Jacobsen and their son, Cooper
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
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SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
Sam and Danny have been together for 18 years.
They married in California in 2008, which was the same year they adopted
their son, Cooper Atticus Harris-Jacobsen.
Sam will be releasing a new book called "HAM: Slices of a Life" in January
of 2014 from publisher Gallery/Simon & Schuster. He will be playing Tulsa
at the beginning of February in a show of the same title, which will feature
stories from the book and songs from his life and career. More information
can be found at samhambook.com
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Transgender Elders
Youth Program
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For more
information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah at
Gamily@OkEq.org
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday; 7:00 pm
Next meeting is on Wednesday JULY 3rd, 2013
7:00 pm
A creative writers group where authors of all genres and
styles are welcome to attend and receive politely
honest, enthusiastic and constructive feedback.
Please email rainbowwriters@OkEq.org for more
information
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
Cooling Station
The Equality Center will act as a cooling station for Tulsa citizens
When the National Weather Service issues
Extreme Heat Warnings, the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will act as an official cooling
station for the City of Tulsa. If you know
someone who does not have adequate airconditioning, please encourage them to
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
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utilize the Equality Center. Pets crated or on
leashes are also welcome. If you would like
to assist the Equality Center as we serve the citizens of Tulsa you may
make donations of bottled water or financial gifts to cover expenses
associated with hosting our neighbors in need. The Cooling Station hours
are 12 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 12 pm to 6 pm on
Sunday.
The eNews for the week of July 3rd, 2013 is brought to you by
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1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
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918.592.0088
NERDception
OkEq celebrates Supreme Court Rulings on
DOMA and Prop 8
Wednesday, June 26th, 2013
On Wednesday, June 26th, 2013, over 400 celebrants gathered at a
Decision Day Rally as a community to celebrate the Supreme Court rulings
on both the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) and Proposition 8 making
same sex marriage legal in California once again. The group heard
from attorney and OkEq Board Member Mike Redman and the plaintiffs in
the Oklahoma Marriage Equality Lawsuit. There was a champagne toast
and a fabulous wedding cake from Merritt's Bakery.
Every other Tuesday
JULY 9th
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
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through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
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Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
JULY 3rd
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling
Services
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At this time the Board Development and Governance Committee (BDG) is
accepting applications for possible BDG nominations of those members
interested in serving the OkEq community as a Director. Seven directors
2. By petition of at least 15 current OkEq members (Due to the OkEq
Secretary by September 11th)
1. Recommended by the Board Development and Governance Committee
(Applications due to OkEq by July 21st) OR
Nominations to the Board of Directors are made in one of two ways:
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
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will be elected. Please contact Lucas.Green@okeq.org for an application
and to interview with the Board of Development and Governance
Committee if you desire to be nominated by the Board of Development and
Governance Committee.
Requirements and Expectations of a Director:
1. Be a current OkEq Member
2. Attend Board Meetings on the third Thursday of each month
3. Contribute talent, time, energy toward supporting the mission of OkEq
4. Work additional assignments as required (Assignments are usually
made pursuant to the particular knowledge, skills and abilities of a
Director)
5. Serve a two year term
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Tulsa Crude Classic Softball Tournament
July 5th - 7th, 2013
Carl Smith Softball Complex
17120 E. 21st Street
Tulsa, OK 74134
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
July 5-7, 2013 - Tulsa, Oklahoma
Visit TulsaCrudeClassic.com for more information and
a full schedule of the weekend's events!
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $15.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
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Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Pink Style Also Available
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Front Runner'
by Patricia Nell Warren
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
First published in 1974, The Front
Runner raced to international acclaim the first novel about gay love to become
popular with mainstream.
In 1975, coach Harlan Brown is hiding
from his past at an obscure New York
college, after he was fired from Penn
State University on suspicion of being
gay. A tough, lonely ex-Marine of 39,
Harlan has never allowed himself to
love another man.
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
PATRICIA ELL
the F r o - ' i a l l'611
Runner
A NOVEL
Then Billy Sive, a brilliant young runner,
shows up on his doorstep. He and his
two comrades, Vince Matti and Jacques
GAY LOVE
LaFont, were just thrown off a major
team for admitting they are gay. Harlan
knows that, with proper training, Billy
could go to the '76 Olympics in Montreal. He agrees to coach the three
boys under strict conditions that thwart Billy's growing attraction for his
mature but compelling mentor. The lean, graceful frontrunner with gold-rim
glasses sees directly into Harlan's heart. Billy's gentle and open
acceptance of his sexuality makes Harlan afraid to confront either the pain
of his past, or the challenges which lay in wait if their intimacy is exposed.
But when Coach Brown finds himself falling in love with his most gifted
athlete, he must combat his true feelings for Billy or risk the outrage of the
entire sports world - and their only chance at Olympic gold.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
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Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa,
your local
action center!
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
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In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
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SAGE Tulsa
Ice Cream Social
Welcome to the eNews.
SAGE Tulsa will have a pool party on Tuesday, July 16th, 2013. Read on
for all the details.
eNews Staff
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The eNews for the week of July 11th, 2013 is brought to you by
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and Tulsa Crew.
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calling 918-514-3009
or online at
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6585 S. Yale, Suite 200, Tulsa OK
Cooling Station
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Mosaic
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Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Be Our Voice, Give a Day
As part of
OkEq's Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign,
Friday July 12th, 2013, Oklahomans for Equality and
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center are sponsored by
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OkEq Board and
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Thursday,
July 18th, 7:00 pm
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OkEq Art Exhibit
The July exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the work of
Thomas Tabor
George McCauslan and Rusty Clyma
George and Rusty will celebrate their
16th wedding anniversary on Friday, July 12th, 2013
Click here to commemorate your special day with OkEq's
Be Our Voice, Give a Day campaign
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SAGE Tulsa Pool Party
Tuesday, July 16th, 2013; 10:30 am
SAGE Tulsa will have a pool party on Tuesday, July 16th, 2013 at 10:30
am. Members can meet up at the Equality Center at 10:00 am and carpool
to the pool party. Hamburgers, hot dogs and salads will be provided. The
pool has a shallow end and also has railing with steps to help people into
the
pool.
If
you
would
like
to
attend,
please
email Lucas.Green@okeq.org
to
RSVP.
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Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
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poo/party
The mission of SAGE Tulsa is to address issues related to lesbian, gay
bisexual and transgender aging. In partnership with its constituents and
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
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allies, SAGE Tulsa works to achieve a high quality of life for LGBT older
adults, supports and advocates for their rights, fosters a greater
understanding of aging in all communities and promotes positive images
of LGBT life in later years. SAGE Tulsa meets every Tuesday morning at
10:30 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center. For more information
about SAGE Tulsa, email SAGE@OkEq.org.
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
1st Annual Gamily Ice Cream Social
Sunday, July 21st, 2013; 4:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Kids scream, parents scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Come out meet other LGBT families, have fun, and eat
ICE CREAM! This is also an opportunity to give your ideas
for future activities, events, meetings, etc. Join us on
Sunday, July 21st, 2013 at 4:00 pm. Email
Gamily@OkEq.org to RSVP or for more information.
Gamily featured family for the week of July 11th
This week's featured Gamily Family is
Brooke Calhoun, Dacie Reutlinger and their daughter Mylee Calhoun
Brooke and Dacie have been together since March 13, 2010. Dacie works
at Cintas, while Brooke works at Custom Dental. They will have their
wedding on July 13th, 2013 and will then honeymoon in Cabo. The couple
are residents of Broken Arrow with their daughter, Mylee. Mylee just
turned 4 on July 9th and will start pre K this year.
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
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Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
Gamily Back to School Carnival
Sunday, August 4th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Hurry, hurry, hurry! Step right up and join the
fun. There will be food, games, characters,
activities and prizes. Bring the family and
have some fun before school starts. For
more info email Gamily@okeq.org. Please
RSVP with parents' names and students'
names, ages & grades by Sunday July 28th,
2013.
Gamily is taking donations for the back to school carnival. Here is a list of
the basic school supplies needed by students:
• Folders
• Pens
• Pencils
• Spiral notebooks
• Box of crayons
• Washable markers
• Erasers
• Kleenex tissues
• 3 ring binders (1/2 in, 1 in, or 2 in)
• Wide ruled notebook paper
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
sage~
Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
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The July Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday,
July 17th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Morgan Stanley - Smith-Barney.
Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your
friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
Morgan Stanley - Smith-Barney
2200 S Utica Place Suite 300, Tulsa OK 74114
The eNews for the week of July 11th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Nominations to the Board of Directors are made in one of two ways:
1. Recommended by the Board Development and Governance Committee
(Applications due to OkEq by July 21st) OR
2. By petition of at least 15 current OkEq members (Due to the OkEq
Secretary by September 11th)
At this time the Board Development and Governance Committee (BDG) is
accepting applications for possible BDG nominations of those members
interested in serving the OkEq community as a Director. Seven directors
will be elected. Please contact Lucas.Green@okeq.org for an application
and to interview with the Board of Development and Governance
Committee if you desire to be nominated by the Board of Development
and Governance Committee.
Requirements and Expectations of a Director:
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
JULY 23rd
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
1. Be a current OkEq Member
2. Attend Board Meetings on the third Thursday of each month
3. Contribute talent, time, energy toward supporting the mission of OkEq
4. Work additional assignments as required (Assignments are usually
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made pursuant to the particular knowledge, skills and abilities of a
Director)
5. Serve a two year term
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday; 7:00 pm
Next meeting is on Wednesday JULY 17th, 2013
7:00 pm
A creative writers group where authors of all genres
and styles are welcome to attend and receive politely
honest, enthusiastic and constructive feedback.
Please email rainbowwriters@OkEq.org for more
information
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Intro to LGBTQ Literature
Tulsa Community College Fall 2013 Schedule
Are your literary tastes a little more colorful than some?
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Maybe you need a taste of
LGBTQ Literature!
Introduction to LGBTQ Literature
Coming to TCC for Fall 2013
ENGL 2993, Section 390, CRN 17124
Online, 16 week course
taught by Dr. Allen Culpeper
Tentative reading list: Maurice by E. M. Forster, Oranges Are Not the
Only Fruit by Jenette Winterson, Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin,
Eighty-Sixed by David Feinberg, Cloud 9 by Caryl Churchhill, The Laramie
Project by Moises Kaufman, Pages for You by Sylvia Brownrigg, Love
Speaks Its Name: Gay and Lesbian Love Poems edited by J.D. McClatchy
For more information contact:
allen.culpepper@tulsacc.edu
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Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Cooling Station
The Equality Center will act as a cooling station for Tulsa citizens
When the National Weather Service issues
Extreme Heat Warnings, the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will act as an official cooling
Gender Outreach
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station for the City of Tulsa. If you know
someone who does not have adequate airconditioning, please encourage them to
utilize the Equality Center. Pets crated or on
leashes are also welcome. If you would like
to assist the Equality Center as we serve the citizens of Tulsa you may
make donations of bottled water or financial gifts to cover expenses
associated with hosting our neighbors in need. The Cooling Station hours
are 12 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 12 pm to 6 pm on
Sunday.
Council Oak Mens Chorale Rehearsals
Mondays, Beginning August 5th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Rehearsals for Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter
Season 2013 Performance will begin on Monday,
August 5th, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at
Fellowship Congregational Church Fellowship Hall
- 2900 S. Harvard Ave. New singers are welcome!
Rehearsals will continue on every Monday.
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
-=
Rainbow Writers
The concert will feature holiday seasonal music
both traditional and popular, including All Through
the Night, Ave Maria(Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry
oouncll oak nms chorale
Gentlemen, Little Drummer Boy, Holly Jolly
Christmas, Jingle Bells and more.
council oak
Visit www.counciloak.org for additional information
Mosaic Diversity Business Awards Survey
Mission: Mosaic will educate,
lead,
and
influence
businesses
on
creating
diverse
and
inclusive
workforce cultures to enhance
their competitive advantage.
•
Mosaic is launching a survey
to identify businesses that
powered by the tulsa regional chamber
have a commitment to
creating inclusive cultures in
our region. Their goal is to establish a baseline of area employers, for
profit and nonprofit (government, education & foundations), working
towards developing diverse and inclusive cultures through multiple
approaches. The survey questions are tied to metrics most frequently
utilized in diversity and inclusion awards regionally and nationally. We
hope to identify ten for profits and ten nonprofits for our region's Top 20
Inclusive Cultures.
Every other Wednesday
JULY 3rd
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
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Counseling
Services
The survey will close at end of business August 9th, 2013. The results of
the survey will be shared at Mosaic's inaugural Economic Inclusion Forum
October 21st, 2013.
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
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Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Annual "Christmas in July" Cookout and Show
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma would like to invite everyone to
another community wide event - the Annual "Christmas In July" Cookout
and Show.
Saturday, July 27th, 2013 @ Tulsa Eagle (No Cover, 21+ Only)
Cookout starts @ 7:00 pm (Donations will be accepted)
Show starts @ 10:00 pm (Tipping is encouraged)
A Benefit for "Our House Too" to help a local family living with HIV/AIDS.
Cookout - sponsored by the Green Country Bears
Silent Auction - sponsored by T.U.L.S.A.
Raffle - sponsored by the Tulsa Sisters
Jello Shots / Entertainment - sponsored by the I.C.A.O.
Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
For more information please contact the I.C.A.O. at
impcourtok@gmail.com or see Joshua at the Tulsa Eagle
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $15.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
Pink Style Also Available
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
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'Be Who You Are'
by Jennifer Carr
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Nick is a young child assigned
a male gender at birth who
sees himself as a girl. His
parents tell him they love him
anyway he feels. At school he
wants to play with the girls,
and creates a self-portrait that
shows him as a girl. When he
tells his parents that the
teacher didn't understand, his
parents made a point to go to
his school and explain. They
also work with a gender
counselor to help their whole
family deal with Nick's need to
be a girl.
Be Who You Are exemplifies
how a family and a school should work with a transgender - or potentially
transgender - child.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
A proud Partner
Organization of
Volunteer Tulsa ,
your local
action center!
Click above to volunteer your time with Oklahomans for Equality
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
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MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
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Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
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July 17th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Equality Business Alliance
Ice Cream Social
Back to School Carnival
Welcome to the eNews.
Gamily will have an Ice Cream Social on Sunday, July 21st, 2013 4:00 pm.
Email Gamily@OkEq.org to RSVP or for more information.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of July 17th, 2013 is brought to you by
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Board of Directors
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Mention this ad for
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Fever Dream
Rainbow Writers
Intro to LGBTQ Lit
Cooling Station
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Mosaic
Equality Business Alliance
Upcoming Events
DIVAS
Drag Queen Bingo
Imperial Court of All OK
Join the Equality Business Alliance
EBA Business Directory
EBA on Facebook
The July Monthly Mixer Meeting will be on Wednesday,
July 17th, 2013 at 6:00 pm, hosted by Morgan Stanley - Smith-Barney.
Please RSVP to eba@okeq.org and send an invite to everyone on your
friends list. Walk ins are welcome. This event is open to members and nonmembers alike. Bring plenty of business cards and be prepared to give a 2
minute commercial about your business.
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
Morgan Stanley - Smith-Barney
2200 S Utica Place Suite 300, Tulsa OK 74114
1st Annual Gamily Ice Cream Social
Sunday, July 21st, 2013; 4:00 pm
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Kids scream, parents scream, we all scream for ice cream!
Come out meet other LGBT families, have fun, and eat
ICE CREAM! This is also an opportunity to give your ideas
for future activities, events, meetings, etc. Join us on
Sunday, July 21st, 2013 at 4:00 pm. For more information
or to RSVP, Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha
Checotah at Gamily@OkEq.org
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
July 18th, 7:00 pm
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma.
Gamily Back to School Carnival
Sunday, August 4th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Hurry, hurry, hurry! Step right up and join the
fun. There will be food, games, characters,
activities and prizes. Bring the family and
have some fun before school starts. For
more info email Gamily@okeq.org. Please
RSVP with parents' names and students'
names, ages & grades by Sunday July 28th,
OkEq Art Exhibit
The July exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the work of
Thomas Tabor
2013.
Gamily is taking donations for the back to school carnival. Here is a list of
the basic school supplies needed by students:
• Folders
• Pens
• Pencils
• Spiral notebooks
• Box of crayons
• Washable markers
• Erasers
• Kleenex tissues
• 3 ring binders (1/2 in, 1 in, or 2 in)
• Wide ruled notebook paper
New Counseling Services
Monday evenings by appointment
John Serrot, LCSW is joining OkEq's counseling
services and will see people on Mondays by
appointment. Fees are on a sliding scale based
on income. Appointments are required. Contact
John by phone at 918.724.3388 or email him at
therapyjohn@OkEq.org
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with
40 years of varied social service experience in
settings including medical, psychiatric, advocacy,
aging, family planning and disabilities. John
appreciates the diversity in the human condition
and works with his clients to help maximize
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inherent skills and strengths in order to overcome barriers and accomplish
the goals his clients have set for themselves. John specializes in working
with adults in the areas of self esteem, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma,
communication/relationships, gender identification, aging and disabilities.
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Spectrum Knits
1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Nominations to the Board of Directors are made in one of two ways:
1. Recommended by the Board Development and Governance Committee
(Applications due to OkEq by July 21st) OR
2. By petition of at least 15 current OkEq members (Due to the OkEq
Secretary by September 11th)
At this time the Board Development and Governance Committee (BDG) is
accepting applications for possible BDG nominations of those members
interested in serving the OkEq community as a Director. Seven directors
will be elected. Please contact Lucas.Green@okeq.org for an application
and to interview with the Board of Development and Governance
Committee if you desire to be nominated by the Board of Development
and Governance Committee.
Requirements and Expectations of a Director:
1. Be a current OkEq Member
2. Attend Board Meetings on the third Thursday of each month
3. Contribute talent, time, energy toward supporting the mission of OkEq
4. Work additional assignments as required (Assignments are usually
made pursuant to the particular knowledge, skills and abilities of a
Director)
5. Serve a two year term
Grieving Well
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
First Thursday Art Gallery Reception
Thursday, August 1st, 2013; 6:00 pm
The August OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center, will feature "POSING" Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos from the private collection of Kevin Roden and Andre
Chenault in a show beginning with a reception on Thursday, August 1st,
2013 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing throughout the month.
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
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SAGE Tulsa Pool Party
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
OkEq members Roger and Edward hosted a SAGE Tulsa pool party on
Tuesday, July 16th, 2013. The SAGE Tulsa members enjoyed
hamburgers, hot dogs and salad for lunch. Then relaxed in the saltwater
pool which featured a shallow end and also railing with steps ensuring
everyone could enjoy the pool. OkEq volunteer, Bryan Delgadillo offered
his lifeguard skills to keep everyone safe during the party. SAGE Tulsa
meets every Tuesday morning at 10:30 am at the Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center.
For
more
information
about
SAGE
Tulsa,
email
SAGE@OkEq.org.
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Youth Program
Diversity & Dignity
Group
Ages 12 to 17
LGBTQ youth.
Educational and
Activity peer group
Facilitator Aidan Steiner
Email asteiner@yst.org
or call 405.568.9306
for more information
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Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
"Twisters Theater"
Sunday, June 28th, 2013; 5:00 & 7:00 pm
New Age Renegade
1649 S Main St
The Tulsa Twisters softball team will
be performing a "Twisters Theater"
version of A League of Their Own
on Sunday July 28th, 2013.
Performances will be at New Age
Renegade and showtimes will be at
5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. At the end of
the last show, there will be a raffle with a wine basket prize. Raffle tickets
will be sold at the show.
The Twisters are raising money for their trip to Washington D.C. in August
2013 to play in NAGAAA World Series. For more information on the Tulsa
Twisters or the Tulsa Metro Softball League, please visit
www.tulsametrosoftball.com.
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, August 6th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The August meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Mexicali Border Cafe on
Tuesday, August 6th, 2013 at around 6:30 pm.
Mexicali Border Cafe is located at 14 West Brady
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
918.592.0088
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
JULY 23rd
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
The eNews for the week of July 17th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
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Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Fever Dream
Performances on Friday and Saturday, August 2nd and 3rd, 2013
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Open AA Group
Friday and Saturday, August 2nd
and 3rd, 2013 at 7:00 pm at the
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Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday; 7:00 pm
Next meeting is on Wednesday JULY 17th, 2013
7:00 pm
A creative writers group where authors of all genres
and styles are welcome to attend and receive politely
honest, enthusiastic and constructive feedback.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
Please email rainbowwriters@OkEq.org for more
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Intro to LGBTQ Literature
Tulsa Community College Fall 2013 Schedule
Are your literary tastes a little more colorful than some?
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
-=
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Maybe you need a taste of
LGBTQ Literature!
Introduction to LGBTQ Literature
Coming to TCC for Fall 2013
ENGL 2993, Section 390, CRN 17124
Online, 16 week course
taught by Dr. Allen Culpeper
Tentative reading list: Maurice by E. M. Forster, Oranges Are Not the
Only Fruit by Jenette Winterson, Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin,
Eighty-Sixed by David Feinberg, Cloud 9 by Caryl Churchhill, The Laramie
Project by Moises Kaufman, Pages for You by Sylvia Brownrigg, Love
Speaks Its Name: Gay and Lesbian Love Poems edited by J.D. McClatchy
For more information contact:
allen.culpepper@tulsacc.edu
--------918.595.7647
Cooling Station
The Equality Center will act as a cooling station for Tulsa citizens
When the National Weather Service issues
Extreme Heat Warnings, the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will act as an official cooling
station for the City of Tulsa. If you know
someone who does not have adequate airconditioning, please encourage them to
utilize the Equality Center. Pets crated or on
leashes are also welcome. If you would like
to assist the Equality Center as we serve the
citizens of Tulsa you may make donations of bottled water or financial gifts
to cover expenses associated with hosting our neighbors in need. The
Cooling Station hours are 12 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and
12 pm to 6 pm on Sunday.
Council Oak Mens Chorale Rehearsals
Mondays, Beginning August 5th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Rainbow Writers
Every other Wednesday
JULY 3rd
7:00 pm
A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
to attend
Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
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youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
Rehearsals for Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter
Season 2013 Performance will begin on Monday,
August 5th, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at
Fellowship Congregational Church Fellowship Hall
- 2900 S. Harvard Ave. New singers are welcome!
Rehearsals will continue on every Monday.
The concert will feature holiday seasonal music
both traditional and popular, including All Through
the Night, Ave Maria(Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry
council oak mms chorale
Gentlemen, Little Drummer Boy, Holly Jolly
Christmas, Jingle Bells and more.
council oak
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Visit www.counciloak.org for additional information
Mosaic Diversity Business Awards Survey
Mission: Mosaic will educate,
lead,
and
influence
businesses
on
creating
diverse
and
inclusive
workforce cultures to enhance
their competitive advantage.
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Mosaic is launching a survey
to identify businesses that
povvered by the tulsa regional chamber
have a commitment to
creating inclusive cultures in
our region. Their goal is to establish a baseline of area employers, for
profit and nonprofit (government, education & foundations), working
towards developing diverse and inclusive cultures through multiple
approaches. The survey questions are tied to metrics most frequently
utilized in diversity and inclusion awards regionally and nationally. We
hope to identify ten for profits and ten nonprofits for our region's Top 20
Inclusive Cultures.
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Game Night
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
� Link to Mosaic's D&I Survey
The survey will close at end of business August 9th, 2013. The results of
the survey will be shared at Mosaic's inaugural Economic Inclusion Forum
October 21st, 2013.
H.O.P.E.'s 15th Anniversary Celebration "DIVAS"
Event
Friday, August 23rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
Doubletree Warren Place
6110 South Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 75136
H.O.P.E.'s 15th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION "DIVAS" EVENT
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
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Reception 6:30 pm
Concert 7:45 pm
FEATURING:
Cindy Cain Pam - Van Dyke
Christy Hanewinkel - Tavis Minner
Heather Richetto-Rumley - John Sawyer
Jeff Cherblanc - Phena Hackett - Mark Gibson
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
Celebrating H.O.P.E.'s 15 years of providing HIV and Hepatitis prevention,
education, testing, and linkage to medical care and social services in the
Tulsa Community and 25 surrounding counties.
For more information, visit hopetesting.org or click here for ticket
purchases and sponsorships.
Drag Queen Bingo benefiting Our House Too
Saturday, August 24th, 2013; Doors open at 7:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Hotel
100 E 2nd St Tulsa, OK 74103
Drag Queen Bingo 2013
August 24th, 2013
Hyatt Regency Hotel
7:30 - 10:00 pm
$30
Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Bingo like your mother never played...
This annual event and fundraiser for Our House Too will be held August
24th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Female impersonators will bring
dazzling entertainment and fabulous bingo prizes for this, the eighth year,
beginning at 7:30 and ending at 10:00 pm with doors opening at 7:00 pm.
A silent auction and a 50/50 raffle will be held and, of course, several
rousing games of bingo will be played! Some of your favorite artists will
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Tickets for Drag Queen Bingo 2013 are $30 per person and
advanced tickets are available online through PayPal.
Purchase an indivdual ticket
Reserve a Table
Reserve a Premium Table
Reserve a Runway Table
For more information on table packages please contact Our House Too at
918.688.2144
or DQB@ourhousetoo.com
Our House Too is a nonprofit organization serving to eliminate the social
isolation of people living with HIV/ AIDS in the Tulsa area. In addition to
providing monthly activities and holiday celebrations, Our House Too
offers food baskets, a toiletry and household pantry and weekly lunches.
ourhousetoo.com
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Annual "Christmas in July" Cookout and Show
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Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
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The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma would like to invite everyone to
another community wide event - the Annual "Christmas In July" Cookout
and Show.
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Saturday, July 27th, 2013 @ Tulsa Eagle (No Cover, 21+ Only)
Cookout starts @ 7:00 pm (Donations will be accepted)
Show starts @ 10:00 pm (Tipping is encouraged)
A Benefit for "Our House Too" to help a local family living with HIV/AIDS.
Cookout - sponsored by the Green Country Bears
Silent Auction - sponsored by T.U.L.S.A.
Raffle - sponsored by the Tulsa Sisters
Jello Shots / Entertainment - sponsored by the I.C.A.O.
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
For more information please contact the I.C.A.O. at
impcourtok@gmail.com or see Joshua at the Tulsa Eagle
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Please join the
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
and
Prince & Princess Royale Keith and Joanna
for the next round of the Holigay pageants
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
with the
'Mr & Miss Hot and Humid 2013 Pageant'
Friday, August 2nd, 2013 @ 10:00 pm - TNT's (NO COVER 21+ Only)
Partial proceeds will benefit - OkEq's Gamily
We will also be holding a 50/50 raffle
and collecting schools supplies for
OkEq's Gamily 1st Annual Back to School Carnival
For more information please contact the I.C.A.O.
at impcourtok@gmail.com
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $15.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
Pink Style Also Available
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'A Scarecrow's Bible'
by Martin Hyatt
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
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Gary, a married Vietnam veteran,
addicted to drugs, haunted by
memories of the past, is on the brink of
collapse. Just when he thinks the
dream of another life is over, the
unspeakable happens. He falls in love
with a frail, ghostly younger man who
reminds him of youth, beauty, and the
possibility of a life beyond the prison he
has created for himself.
A Scarecrow's Bible is about what
happens when love occurs at the most
unexpected moment. It is the story of
how working-class men and women in
a small town adapt to changes that
somehow seem impossible. It is a
novel of hope and transformation that
challenges our ideas about diversity and social change, breaking your
heart all the way.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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Organization of
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your local
action center!
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July 24th, 2013
In This Issue
EBA Sponsor
Back to School Carnival
Counseling Services
First Thursday Art
Welcome to the eNews.
Gamily will have a Back to School Carnival on Sunday, August 4th, 2013
2:00 pm. Email Gamily@OkEq.org to RSVP or for more information.
eNews Staff
Oklahomans for Equality
The eNews for the week of July 24th, 2013 is brought to you by
EBA Member Business:
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Guys Dine Too
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Gamily Family
Ice Cream Social
Fall Ball 2013
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Mention this ad for
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Cooling Station
Council Oak Mens Chorale
Mosaic
DIVAS
Drag Queen Bingo
Gamily Back to School Carnival
Sunday, August 4th, 2013; 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Imperial Court of All OK
Board of Directors
Pride Store
Rainbow Library
Hurry, hurry, hurry! Step right up and join the
fun. There will be food, games, characters,
activities and prizes. Bring the family and
have some fun before school starts. For
more info email Gamily@okeq.org. Please
RSVP with parents' names and students'
names, ages & grades by Sunday July 28th,
Volunteer
Find Us on Facebook
2013.
Gamily is taking donations for the back to school carnival. Here is a list of
the basic school supplies needed by students:
• Folders
• Pens
• Pencils
• Spiral notebooks
• Box of crayons
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• Washable markers
• Erasers
• Kleenex tissues
• 3 ring binders (1/2 in, 1 in, or 2 in)
• Wide ruled notebook paper
OkEq Board and
Advisors Meeting
Thursday,
August 15th, 7:00 pm
New Counseling Services
Monday evenings by appointment
John Serrot, LCSW is joining OkEq's counseling
services and will see people on Mondays by
appointment. Fees are on a sliding scale based
on income. Appointments are required. Contact
John by phone at 918.724.3388 or email him at
therapyjohn@OkEq.org
John is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with
40 years of varied social service experience in
settings including medical, psychiatric, advocacy,
aging, family planning and disabilities. John
appreciates the diversity in the human condition
and works with his clients to help maximize
inherent skills and strengths in order to
overcome barriers and accomplish the goals his clients have set for
themselves. John specializes in working with adults in the areas of self
esteem, mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, communication/relationships,
gender identification, aging and disabilities.
OkEq Art Exhibit
The July exhibit at the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will
feature the work of
Thomas Tabor
First Thursday Art Gallery Reception
Thursday, August 1st, 2013; 6:00 pm
The August OkEq showcase and exhibit of local artists at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center, will feature "POSING" Vintage Beefcake and
Homoerotic Photos from the private collection of Kevin Roden. Co-curated
by Kevin and Andre Chenault, the show begins with a reception on
Thursday, August 1st, 2013 from 6:00 - 9:00 pm and continuing throughout
the month.
A commemorative poster for the art show will be available for $20
Tai Chi Class
Sundays
4:00 pm
Tai Chi is an ancient
Chinese martial art that
promotes strong mind,
body and spirit through
the cultivation of the
proper movement of your
qi throughout your body.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Spectrum Knits
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1st and 3rd Mondays 7:00
pm to 8:30 pm
Bringing knitters from
across the spectrum
together. Beginners to
advanced come together
to knit and get to know
each other. Instructions
for beginners. Facilitated
by Sara Fitzgerald.
Grieving Well
"Twisters Theater"
Sunday, July 28th, 2013; 5:00 & 7:00 pm
New Age Renegade
1649 S Main St
The Tulsa Twisters softball team will
be performing a "Twisters Theater"
version of A League of Their Own
on Sunday July 28th, 2013.
Performances will be at New Age
Renegade and showtimes will be at
5:00 pm and 7:00 pm. At the end of
the last show, there will be a raffle with a wine basket prize. Raffle tickets
will be sold at the show.
The Twisters are raising money for their trip to Washington D.C. in August
2013 to play in NAGAAA World Series. For more information on the Tulsa
Twisters or the Tulsa Metro Softball League, please visit
www.tulsametrosoftball.com.
Guys Dine Too
Tuesday, August 6th, 2013; 6:30 pm
The August meeting of Guys Dine Too will be at Mexicali Border Cafe on
Tuesday, August 6th, 2013 at around 6:30 pm.
Mexicali Border Cafe is located at 14 West Brady
2nd and 4th Mondays
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm
Bereavement Support
Program for
LGBT individuals who
have lost a partner or
loved one to death.
Facilitated by
Steve Moeller
with
Floral Haven
Memorial Gardens
Live Free!
Coming Out
Workshop
Mondays
7:00 - 8:00 pm.
ComingOut@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
Ashley Bedford &
James Prather
Guys Dine Too is a social program for Gay Men, and their male Allies/
friends, and meets at a different restaurant every month.
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Please RSVP to Richard Haley at gaydine2@yahoo.com
if you plan on attending.
National and International publications feature
local Oklahoma transgender youth
Arin Andrews and Katie Hill
Oklahomans
for
Equality
would like to applaud the
courage of Arin Andrews and
Katie Hill, who have shared
their stories in the press and
have raised the visibility of
transgender youth. Their story
has been featured in both
national
and
international
stories.
To read more, see their story
on the Huffington Post and in
London's Sun Magazine.
Fever Dream
Performances on Friday and Saturday, August 2nd and 3rd, 2013
SAGE
(Service & Advocacy
For Gay Elders)
Every Tuesday
10:00 am to 2:00 pm
"drop in
throughout the day"
SAGE@OkEq.org
Facilitated by
John Madigan
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Services and Advocacy
for Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual
& Tramgender Elders
Tulsa Area Prime
Timers (TAPT)
1st Tuesday of
every month
7:00 pm
A social organization for
mature minded Gay and
Bisexual men age 21 and
over. The purpose is to
establish friendship and
support through social
interaction. Visit
the website for
more information.
stevendubois@cox.net
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Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
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Gamily featured family for the week of July 24th
This week's featured Gamily Family is
Sean Conner and his son Jacob and Sean's partner Jared Alexander.
NERDception
Every other Tuesday
AUGUST 6th
7:00 pm
Do you prefer Marvel or
DC comics? Are you a
Trekkie or a Star Wars
fan? If you love all things
nerd, come down to the
Equality Center where we
will have bi-weekly
discussions about
different topics. Whatever
your niche, you are
welcome to come and
discuss it. For more
information email:
jonniemwright@gmail.com
Self Defense Class
Tuesdays
8:00 pm
The class is designed to
teach self defense,
strengthen the body, and
cultivate good character
through the study of "wu
de" of martial ethics.
Facilitated by
Wade Blevins
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Jacob is 8 years old and will be 9 next month. Jared has been in Sean and
Jacob's lives since Jacob was 3. The family likes to camp, swim, go to the
lake and just be with their friends. They love baseball games and going to
local festivals. Every other Saturday they spend time with their longtime
ALCOHOLICS
ANONYMOUS
Open AA Group
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�Wednesdays 12:00 pm
This open AA group
meets at the Dennis R.
Neill Equality Center
every Wednesday at
Noon. Contact
918.743.2754 for more
info.
Boot Camp
Wednesdays & Thursdays
6:30 - 7:30 pm
Join for an intense
workout and get in shape.
This is not your average
aerobics class.
Free for Members
$5 for Non Members
Instructor Brad Sullivan.
Gender Outreach
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friends who also have 2 boys and they all cook and play games. It's
something the family looks forward. Jacob plays football for Jenks and is a
phenomenal soccer player. Jacob has another brother that is 2 that he
shares his time with when at his mom's. Sean says, "Each day with him, I
learn a little more what the meaning of life is really about".
Gamily (Gay-Family) is an official program of Oklahomans for Equality and
is a support network for LGBT parents and families in Oklahoma. For
more information about Gamily contact Coordinator Samantha Checotah
at Gamily@OkEq.org
Gamily Ice Cream Social
The Gamily group met on Sunday, July 21st, 2013 for the 1st Annual Ice
Cream Social. The parents and kids had a scream with ice cream and
games. New families came by and were able to meet other families in the
LGBT community. For more information on Gamily contact Coordinator
Samantha Checotah at Gamily@OkEq.org
Wednesdays
7:30 pm
(First time interview
required before attending)
Email Gender Outreach
The program is providing
support, education and
social opportunities for
transgender and intersex
individuals.
Every other Wednesday
JULY 31st
7:00 pm
Rainbow Writers
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A creative writers group
where authors of all
genres and styles are
welcome to attend and
receive politely honest,
enthusiastic and
constructive feedback.
Please email
rainbowwriters@OkEq.org
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Lambda Al-Anon
Group
Every Friday;
7:00 pm
Counseling
Services
Saturdays
By appointment
Individual,
youth, adolescent and
couples counseling is
available on Saturdays
on a sliding scale fee
based on income.
Appointments are
required.
Contact Dr. Kurt Choate
LPC at
918.449.6574
DrKurt@OkEq.org
Tulsa Metro Softball League
Fall Ball Registration 2013
Fall Ball 2013
Registration Now Open!
Game Night
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Teams will be selected at random from a "hat"
at the Fall Draft Event; all players must
register and pay dues online to be eligible to
play. No cash or checks will be accepted at
any time. Click here to get more information
on the Fall Ball 2013 Draft Party and to sign
up.
Fall Ball Player Dues are $40 per
player. Game Dates & Times: TBD, but will be Sunday afternoons from
1:00 - 4:00 pm beginning in mid-September and ending late
October. Games will play at Carl Smith Softball Complex located at 17120
E. 21st Street in Tulsa. www.tulsametrosoftball.com
Saturdays
7:00 - 9:00 pm
Join old friends and make
new friends as you play
some great board and
card games at the Center!
All are welcome!
Facilitated by
Saturday Volunteers
Richard Haley and
Teresa Reno
Intro to LGBTQ Literature
Tulsa Community College Fall 2013 Schedule
Are your literary tastes a little more colorful than some?
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center
Room Rentals
Maybe you need a taste of
LGBTQ Literature!
Introduction to LGBTQ Literature
Coming to TCC for Fall 2013
ENGL 2993, Section 390, CRN 17124
The Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center has many
spaces for your next
meeting or event. To
check dates, reserve your
next event or to receive
pricing information,
contact
EventCenter@OkEq.org
Stop by for a quick view of
the Event Center and pick
up a space
rental sheet
Online, 16 week course
taught by Dr. Allen Culpeper
Tentative reading list: Maurice by E. M. Forster, Oranges Are Not the
Only Fruit by Jenette Winterson, Giovanni's Room by James Baldwin,
Eighty-Sixed by David Feinberg, Cloud 9 by Caryl Churchhill, The Laramie
Project by Moises Kaufman, Pages for You by Sylvia Brownrigg, Love
Speaks Its Name: Gay and Lesbian Love Poems edited by J.D. McClatchy
For more information contact:
allen.culpepper@tulsacc.edu
------918.595.7647
Cooling Station
The Equality Center will act as a cooling station for Tulsa citizens
EBA Directory
The Equality
Business Alliance
fosters a sharing of
information, ideas,
contacts, products and
services, and also
strengthens and
expands our
businesses, careers and
our community.
When the National Weather Service issues
Extreme Heat Warnings, the Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center will act as an official cooling
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station for the City of Tulsa. If you know
someone who does not have adequate airconditioning, please encourage them to
utilize the Equality Center. Pets crated or on
leashes are also welcome. If you would like
to assist the Equality Center as we serve the citizens of Tulsa you may
make donations of bottled water or financial gifts to cover expenses
associated with hosting our neighbors in need. The Cooling Station hours
are 12 pm to 9 pm Monday through Saturday and 12 pm to 6 pm on
Sunday.
Council Oak Mens Chorale Rehearsals
Mondays, Beginning August 5th, 2013; 7:00 pm
Rehearsals for Council Oak Mens Chorale Winter
Season 2013 Performance will begin on Monday,
August 5th, 2013 from 7:00 - 9:00 pm at
Fellowship Congregational Church Fellowship Hall
- 2900 S. Harvard Ave. New singers are welcome!
Rehearsals will continue on every Monday.
The concert will feature holiday seasonal music
both traditional and popular, including All Through
the Night, Ave Maria(Biebl), God Rest Ye Merry
oouncll oak nms chorale
Gentlemen, Little Drummer Boy, Holly Jolly
Christmas, Jingle Bells and more.
council oak
Visit www.counciloak.org for additional information
Mosaic Diversity Business Awards Survey
Mission: Mosaic will educate,
lead,
and
influence
businesses
on
creating
diverse
and
inclusive
workforce cultures to enhance
their competitive advantage.
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Mosaic is launching a survey
to identify businesses that
powered by the tulsa regional chamber
have a commitment to
creating inclusive cultures in
our region. Their goal is to establish a baseline of area employers, for
profit and nonprofit (government, education & foundations), working
towards developing diverse and inclusive cultures through multiple
approaches. The survey questions are tied to metrics most frequently
utilized in diversity and inclusion awards regionally and nationally. We
hope to identify ten for profits and ten nonprofits for our region's Top 20
Inclusive Cultures.
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Workforce Oklahoma
Access Point
Open Everyday
12 - 9 pm
Workforce Oklahoma
maintains a resource area
at the Equality Center that
includes computers, a
printer and fax machine,
as well as step-by-step
instructions on how to
register with
Oklahoma JobLink.
HIV Testing Schedule
Dennis R. Neill Equality
Center
Tuesday 4 - 8 pm
Wednesday 4 - 8 pm
Saturday 4 - 7 pm
Testing provided by
H.O.P.E. Testing
Muscogee-Creek Nation
provides testing on
Thursdays from 6 - 8 pm
Check www.okeq.org for
testing dates.
MISSION:
Oklahomans for Equality
(OkEq) seeks equal rights
for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and
Transgender (LGBT)
individuals and families
through advocacy,
education, programs,
alliances and the
operation of the
Dennis R. Neill
Equality Center.
The survey will close at end of business August 9th, 2013. The results of
the survey will be shared at Mosaic's inaugural Economic Inclusion Forum
October 21st, 2013.
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H.O.P.E.'s 15th Anniversary Celebration "DIVAS"
Event
Friday, August 23rd, 2013; 6:30 pm
Doubletree Warren Place
6110 South Yale Ave, Tulsa, OK 75136
H.O.P.E.'s 15th ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION "DIVAS" EVENT
Reception 6:30 pm
Concert 7:45 pm
Toby Jenkins
Executive Director
Toby.Jenkins@OkEq.org
Mary Jones
Program Coordinator
Mary.Jones@OkEq.org
FEATURING:
Cindy Cain Pam - Van Dyke
Christy Hanewinkel - Tavis Minner
Heather Richetto-Rumley - John Sawyer
Jeff Cherblanc - Phena Hackett - Mark Gibson
Celebrating H.O.P.E.'s 15 years of providing HIV and Hepatitis prevention,
education, testing, and linkage to medical care and social services in the
Tulsa Community and 25 surrounding counties.
Lucas Green
Office Manager
Lucas.Green@OkEq.org
For more information, visit hopetesting.org or click here for ticket
purchases and sponsorships.
Drag Queen Bingo benefiting Our House Too
Saturday, August 24th, 2013; Doors open at 7:00 pm
Hyatt Regency Hotel
100 E 2nd St Tulsa, OK 74103
Drag Queen Bingo 2013
August 24th, 2013
Hyatt Regency Hotel
7:30 - 10:00 pm
$30
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Bingo like your mother never played...
This annual event and fundraiser for Our House Too will be held August
24th, 2013 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. Female impersonators will bring
dazzling entertainment and fabulous bingo prizes for this, the eighth year,
beginning at 7:30 and ending at 10:00 pm with doors opening at 7:00 pm.
A silent auction and a 50/50 raffle will be held and, of course, several
rousing games of bingo will be played! Some of your favorite artists will
perform glittering numbers to wow the crowd.
Tickets for Drag Queen Bingo 2013 are $30 per person and
advanced tickets are available online through PayPal.
Purchase an indivdual ticket
Reserve a Table
Reserve a Premium Table
Reserve a Runway Table
For more information on table packages please contact Our House Too at
918.688.2144
or DQB@ourhousetoo.com
Our House Too is a nonprofit organization serving to eliminate the social
isolation of people living with HIV/ AIDS in the Tulsa area. In addition to
providing monthly activities and holiday celebrations, Our House Too
offers food baskets, a toiletry and household pantry and weekly lunches.
ourhousetoo.com
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
Upcoming Events
Annual "Christmas in July" Cookout and Show
The Imperial Court of All Oklahoma would like to invite everyone to
another community wide event - the Annual "Christmas In July" Cookout
and Show.
Saturday, July 27th, 2013 @ Tulsa Eagle (No Cover, 21+ Only)
Cookout starts @ 7:00 pm (Donations will be accepted)
Show starts @ 10:00 pm (Tipping is encouraged)
A Benefit for "Our House Too" to help a local family living with HIV/AIDS.
Cookout - sponsored by the Green Country Bears
Silent Auction - sponsored by T.U.L.S.A.
Raffle - sponsored by the Tulsa Sisters
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Jello Shots / Entertainment - sponsored by the I.C.A.O.
For more information please contact the I.C.A.O. at
impcourtok@gmail.com or see Joshua at the Tulsa Eagle
Please join the
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma
and
Prince & Princess Royale Keith and Joanna
for the next round of the Holigay pageants
with the
'Mr & Miss Hot and Humid 2013 Pageant'
Friday, August 2nd, 2013 @ 10:00 pm - TNT's (NO COVER 21+ Only)
Partial proceeds will benefit - OkEq's Gamily
We will also be holding a 50/50 raffle
and collecting schools supplies for
OkEq's Gamily 1st Annual Back to School Carnival
For more information please contact the I.C.A.O.
at impcourtok@gmail.com
Oklahomans for Equality (OkEq)
Annual Meeting & Board of Directors Elections
The annual meeting of Oklahomans for Equality shall be held at the
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center on September 26th, 2013 beginning at
7:00 pm. Presently, seven Board of Director spaces are up for election.
Equality Center Pride Store
Tulsa Pride 2013 T-Shirts are in stock! $15.00!
Get the size you want now before they are gone!
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Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
'The Velveteen Father: An Unexpected Journey to Parenthood'
by Jesse Green
You may check out this addition to our comprehensive resource library at
the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Being a parent was not a high priority-or even much of a likelihood--for
acclaimed journalist and novelist Jesse
Green. Yet when Green, at the age of
thirty-seven, fell in love with a man who
had recently adopted a baby boy,
fatherhood suddenly fell into his lap.
Now in this warm, humorous, deeply
personal book, Green recounts the
unexpected journey he and his partner
traveled together on the road to
parenthood.
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a host of dilemmas unique to his
situation. As Green discovered, even in
blas� New York City, reactions to his unconventional family ranged from
the funny to the frightening, the unaccepting to the all-embracing. The
Velveteen Father is a moving record of the transformative effects
parenthood can have on people who least expect to become parents-- and
of how we are repeatedly made anew by the love of children who need us.
Check for this selection and more by visiting our library database online
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
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1st Annual Charity Softball Challenge
1st Annual Gamily Ice Cream Social
2013
2013 Gala
2013 Pride
2013 Tulsa Pride
2013 Tulsa Pride Interfaith Service
2014 Pride
2014 Tulsa Pride
2nd Annual Tulsa Crude Classic Softball Tournament
4th Annual LGBT Equality Day
6th Annual Black and White Ball
6th Annual Turn About Show
A Donor Insemination Guide
A Donor Insemination Guide: Written by and for Lesbian Women
A Night in Maverick Country
A Scarecrow's Bible
A Selective
A Time to Kill
A Woman Like That
AA
Aaron Petty
AFER
Affordable Care Act
Al Triggs
Alcoholics Anonymous
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA)
ALL SOULS UNITARIAN CHURCH
Allen Culpepper
American Foundation for Equal Rights
American Foundation for Equal Rights (AFER)
Amy and Isabelle
Anderson Cooper
Ann Shannon
Anne and Harry Zarrow School of Social Work
Annemarie Monahan
Annual Christmas in July Cookout and Show
Anything but Straight
Anything but Straight: Unmasking the Scandals and Lies Behind the Ex-Gay Myth
Arin Andrews
Art Gallery
Art Gallery Submissions
Artie Smoote
As Nature Made Him
As Nature Made Him: The Boy Who Was Raised as a Girl
Ashley Beford
Axe Axgil
Back to School Carnival
Bamboo Lounge
Barbara Dickmann
Barbara Perry
Barry Werth
Be Our Voice Give a Day
Be Who You Are
Becky Kruse
Bereavement Support
Best Gamily Contest
Bethany Christian Church
Bi: Notes for a Bisexual Revolution
Big Gay Softball Party
Big Gay Softball Party at the Guthrie Green
Bird of Paradise
Black and White Ball
Bob Lawrence
Booker T. Washington High School
Boston Avenue United Methodist Church
Brad Sullivan
Breck Muller
Brittany Novotny
Broadway Impact
Brooke Calhoun
Brothers Houligan
Building Bridges
Bullying Prevention Conference
Caden Neal Wood
Camp Fire
Camp Fire Green Country
Campaign for Southern Equality
Carl Smith Softball Complex
Carlos A. Bejarano
Carlos Bejarano
Carolyn Faseler
Carolyn Wagner Youth Leadership Award
Carter Nicholas Wood
Caryl Churchhill
Catholic Church
Central Library
Central Library Pride Month Display
Champagne and Chocolate Gala
Chandini Sharma
Charity Softball Challenge
Charity Softball Challenge Pride in the Ballpark
Charles Faudree Board Room
Charles Johnson
Cheril Vendetti Experience
Cheryl Quetone
Children's Consortium
Choregus Productions
Chris Bell
Christ Church Episcopal
Christiana Prado
Christmas in July
Christmas services
Circle Cinema
Clean and Sober New Years Eve Party
Cloud 9
Club Majestic
Club Majestic Tulsa
Club Renegade
College Hill Presbyterian Church
COLORAMA
Coming Out Workshop
Community Hero Award
Computer Boot Camp
Congregation B'nai Emunah
Cooper Atticus Harris-Jacobsen
Corazon Watkins
Council Oak Men's Chorale
Council Oak Men's Chorale Pride Performance
counseling
counseling services
Craig Rimmerman
Crystal Loveland-Davis
Cyber Center
CyberCenter
Dacie Reutlinger
Dan Savage
Danny Jacobsen
DAOK
David Bohnett Cyber Center
David Bohnett CyberCenter
David Feinberg
David Leavitt
David Watmough
Decision Day Rally
Defense of Marriage Act
Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA)
Denise Polonchak
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Different Daughters: A Book by Mothers of Lesbians
Different Rainbows
Dining Out for Life
Dinner for Friends
Divas 4 HOPE
Diversity and Dignity Group
Diversity Christian Fellowship International
Djuna Barnes
DOMA
don holladay
Donna Summer Whitney Houston Tribute
Dorothy Davenport
Double Header Pride in the Ballpark
Doyle Wilson
Dr. Kurt Choate
Dr. Kurt T. Choate
Drag Queen Bingo
DREAM ACT
DREAM ACT Oklahoma
DREAM ACT Oklahoma (DAOK)
Dustin Lance Black
E. M. Forster
East Village
East Village District
East Village District Meeting
Eastside Christian Church
Eating Out for Equality
EBA
EBA Monthly Meeting
Edward Albee
Eighty-Sixed
Elio Di Rupo
Elizabeth Strout
Emily Hedgecock
Emma Donoghue
End of Life Arrangements Presentation
Endangered Species
eNews
Enid Pride
Enid Pride 2013
Episcopal Church
Episcopal Church of The Redeemer
Equality Business Alliance
Equality Business Alliance (EBA)
Equality Center
Equality Center Event Center
Equality Center LGBT Hotline
Equality Center Pride Store
Equality Center room rentals
Equality Gala
Equality Gala 2013
Eric Himan
Eric Jett
Ethan Hopper
Eureka Springs
Evan Wolfson
Event Center
Expatriate
Fairy Tree
Faith Doubt and Other Lines I've Crossed
Falalala Ball
Falalala Ball 2013
Fall Diversity Weekend
Family and Children's Services
Family Safety Center
Feast of St. Francis
Fellowship Congregational Church
Fellowship Congregational Church UCC
Fellowship Congregational UCC
Fellowship Congregatitonal Church
Fellowship Lutheran Church
Fellowship Lutheran Church ELCA
Fever Dream
First Thursday
First Thursday Art Exhibit
First Thursday Art Reception
Floral Haven
Flying Solo
Flying Solo Singles Night OUT
For the Bible Tells Me So
G.J. Paterson
Gad Beck
game night
GAMILY
Gamily Back to School Carnival
Gamily Featured Family
Gamily Ice Cream Social
GardenTrug
Gay marriage
Gay Rights Military Wrongs
Gay Rights Military Wrongs: Political Perspectives on Lesbians and Gays in the Military
Gay Softball
Gay Softball World Series
Gay Straight Alliance
Gay Straight Alliance (GSA)
Gender Outreach
Gender Outreach Support Group
George Kaiser Family Foundation
George McCauslan
George Takei
Giovanni's Room
Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts of Eastern Oklahoma
Girlfriends
Going Back to School Carnival
Governor Fallin
Governor Mary Fallin
Grand Marshal
Green Country Bears
Green Country Bears Spring Fling
Grieving Well
GSA
Guthrie Green
Guys Dine Too
Gwen Araujo
Havah Gordon
HB 1661
Health Outreach Prevention and Education (H.O.P.E.)
Heather Has Two Mommies
Helen Boyd
Herland
Herland Retreat
Hiking in the Ozarks
HIV testing
HIV Wellness Retreat
Homebuyer Education Class
Homebuyer Education Workshop
HOPE
HOPE 15 year anniversary
Hope Peace Joy
HOPE Testing
Hope Unitarian Church
hotline
ICAO
ICAO Coronation
ICAO Coronation VI
Imperial Court of all Oklahoma
Imperial Court of All Oklahoma (ICAO)
In the Name of Hate
inclement weather policy
Intro to LGBTQ Literature
Is It a Date or Just Coffee?: The Gay Girl's Guide to Dating Sex and Romance
J.D. McClatchy
Jacob Conner
James Baldwin
James Prather
Jane Mudgett
Jared Alexander
Jason Wu
Jay Bakker
Jay Krottinger
Jenette Winterson
Jennifer Carr
Jennifer Davenport
Jesse Green
Jimmy Jordan
Joan Biren
John Calvin Presbyterian Church
John Lawrence
John Madigan
John Serrot
Johnny Boyd
Johnny Boyd and Indigo Swing
Jordan Everett McRad
Jose Sarria
Joseph Beam
Journey House Travel
Julie Loveland-Davis
Just Gender
Kaiser Family Foundation
Kaiser Foundation
Karaoke by Tulsa CARES
Karen Lamb
Kate Clinton
Katie Hill
Kelley Parker
Kelly Kirby
Kenneth Joslin
Kick Off Pride Week
Kim Chernin
Kim McDonald
Kristina Giustozzi
Kurt Choate
Kurt T. Choate
Kyler Janine Loveland-Davis
Lacy Frazer
Lambda Al Anon
Lambda Al-Anon
Lance Bass
Landing
Lanette Buchanan
Lanette Clark
Laura A. Belmonte
Laura Arrowsmith
Laura Belmonte
Legal Aid Services
Legal Aid Services Legal Clinic
Legal Aid Services of Oklahoma
Lenelle Moise
Leslea Newman
LGBT Community Center Awareness Day
LGBT Equality Day
LGBT History Month
LGBT hotline
LGBT Smoking Research Survey
Library Display
LifeLine
Lifetime Achievement Award
Linda Handel
Little Blue House
Live Free
Live Free!
Live Free! Coming Out Workshop
Living Art Space
Living Arts
Living Arts of Tulsa
Louis Baynard
Louise Rafkin
Love Free or Die
Love is an Orientation
Love Speaks Its Name
Love Speaks Its Name: Gay and Lesbian Love Poems
Lucas Green
Lynn E. Lisarelli
Ma Rainey
Man About Town
Mandy Carter
Margarethe Cammermeyer
Marie Mohler
Marin Foundation
Mark Linholm
Mark Merlis
Marlon Riggs
Marny Hall
Marny Hall Ph.D
Marriage and My Family
marriage equality
Marriage Equality Week
Martin Hyatt
Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Parade
Mary Dugger
Mary Fallin
Mary Jones
Massage Time
Maurice
Maybe Baby?
McGraw Realtors
Medicare
Medicare Supplements
Michael Potts
Michal Maybello
Micheal Jones
Michelle Sawyer
Military Ball
Military Religious Freedom Foundation
Military Religious Freedom Foundation (MRFF)
Mindful Meditation
Miss JOLT
Miss JOLT 2013
Mo Brownsey
Moises Kaufman
MOREcolor
MOREcolor exhibition
Mosiac Diversity Business Award
Mother's Day
Mother's Day Service
Mr. and Miss Harvest Pageant
Mr. and Miss Harvest Pageant 2013
Mr. and Miss Hot and Humid Pageant
Mr. and Miss Hot and Humid Pageant 2013
MRFF
My Life as a Boy
My Life as a Boy A Woman's Story
Mylee Calhoun
NAGAAA Cup
Nancy and Joe McDonald Rainbow Library
Nancy McDonald
Nancy McDonald Rainbow Library
National Coming Out Day
National Organization of Women
National Organization of Women (NOW)
National Organization of Women Tulsa Chapter
Native American HIV/AIDS Awareness Day
NERDception
New Age Renegade
New Stage company
Newsletter
Night of 1001 Divinations
No Walls Entertainment Group
North American Gay Amateur Alliance
North American Gay Amateur Alliance 2013 Cup
Note to Adam; One Mother's Struggle to Cope with Suicide and Her Personal Journey to Find the Light
NOW
Now That You're Out of the Closet
OCCJ
OkEq
OKEQ art gallery
OKEQ Board
OKEQ Board Annual Meeting
OKEQ Board Election
OKEQ Board of Advisors
OKEQ Board of Directors
OKEQ Board of Directors election
OKEQ eNews
OkEq Equality Center
OKEQ Equality Center room rentals
OKEQ Event Center
OKEQ Gender Outreach
OKEQ OUT
OKEQ Tulsa Hit Crew
Oklahoma Mr. Leather
Oklahoma Mr. Leather (OML)
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2013
Oklahoma Mr. Leather 2014
Oklahoma Swing Syndicate
Oklahomans for Equality
Oklahomans for Equality (OKEQ)
Oklahomans for Equality Board
OML
OML 2013
ONEOK Field
Open Arms
Open Arms Project
Open Arms Youth Project
Open Arms Youth Project (OYP)
Open Circle
Open Table
Open Table UCC
OpenArms
OpenArms Project
Openarms Youth Project
Openarms Youth Project (OYP)
Opinionated
Oranges Are Not the Only Fruit
OU
Our House Too
Out of Sync
Out OK Film Festival
OUTlaw
OUTlaw Legal Workshop
Overnight Backpacking Adventure
Overnight Backpacking Adventure on the Buffalo River
OYP
P.C. Cast
Pages for You
Paisley Currah
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
Parents Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
Parents Families and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
Parish Church of Saint Jerome
Parish Church of St. Jerome
Patricia Nell Warren
Patrick Califia
Paul Colapinto
Peter Drucker
PFLAG
PFLAG Regional Conference
PFLAG Tulsa Chapter
Ponca Arkansas
POSING
Prairie Storm
Presidental Lecture Series
Pride 2013
Pride 2014
Pride at TU
Pride Grand Marshal
Pride Idol
Pride in the Ballpark
Pride in the Ballpark Charity Softball Game
Pride Month Display
pride Parade
Pride Parade and festival
Pride Parade Grand Marshal
Pride Store
Prime Timers
Primetimers
Prince of Peace Lutheran
Project Salute
Project Salute: Young Lawyers Serving Veterans
Proposition 8
Rachel Hutchinson
Rachel Love
Rainbow Library
Rainbow Writers
Randy Shilts
RAW Artist Showcase
Rebeka Radcliff
Red Sky
Red Sky Liquor and Wine
Red State Brief
Redneck Cinderella Ball
Reinaldo Arenas
relationship workshop
research
Retirement Ain't for Sissies
Richard Haley
Richard M. Juang
Robert Rodi
Ronald LaButti
room rentals
Rose Padgett
Rudisill Regional Library
Russell Bennett Spiritual Inclusion Award
Rusty Cl
Rusty Crane
Ryan Jude Tanner
SAGE
SAGE Pool Party
SAGE Tulsa
SAGE Tulsa Pool Party
Saint of 9/11
Sally Ride
Sam Harris
Samantha Checotah
Sara Fitzgerald
Say No to Hate
Say No To Hate Coalition
Say No to Hate Coalition 25th Anniversary
School Safety and Bullying Prevention Act
Scott Pomfret
Sean Conner
Secular Organizations for Sobriety Recovery
Secular Organizations for Sobriety Recovery (SOS)
Self Defense Class
Service and Advocacy for Gay Elders
Services and Advocacy for Gay Lesbian Bisexual and Transgender Elders
sex
Sexual Orientation and Diversity Alliance (SODA)
Sexual Orientation Diversity Alliance
Sexuality Spectrum
Shannon Price Minter
She's Not the Man I Married
She's Not the Man I Married: My Life with a Transgender Husband
Sherwin Miller Museum
Sherwin Miller Museum of Jewish Arts
Shiri Eisner
Since My Last Confession
Singles Night OUT
Sisters in Song
Sobriety Group
SODA
SOS
SOS Group
SOS Tulsa
Spectrum Knits
Spinnin'
Spirit Day
Square 1
Square 1 Theatrics
St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church
St. Francis Sunday
St. Jerome Church
St. Jerome Fun Night
St. Jerome Parish
St. Jerome Parish of the ECC
St. Jerome Parish of the Ecumenical Catholic Communion
St. Jerome Parish of the Ecumenical Catholic Communion (ECC)
St. Paul's United Methodist
St. Paul's United Methodist Church
Steve Barrett
Steve Moeller
Steven Michael
Steven Michael Photography
Steven Michael's Photography
Stop Bullying Coalition
Sue Ellen Welch
Sue Welch
support groups
Supreme Court
Supreme Court Decision Day Rally
Susan Arrington
Suzanne Westenhoefer
Sylvia Brownrigg
Tai Chi
TAPT
Taylor Burns
TCC Center Tour
TCC Equality Center Tour
Temple Israel
Teresa Reno
Terry Copley
The Clobber Verses
The Commitment
The Commitment: Love
The Front Runner
The History of Lesbian Hair
The Immaculate Connection
The Laramie Project
The Lesbian Love Companion
The Lesbian Love Companion: How to Survive Everything From Heartthrob to Heartbreak
The Mayor of Castro Street
The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate
The Oklahoma Swing Syndicate (TOSS)
The Scarlet Professor
The Scarlet Professor: Newton Arvin
The Scarlet Professor: Newton Arvin: A Literary Life Shattered by Scandal
The Time of the Kingfishers
The Velveteen Father
The Velveteen Father: An Unexpected Journey to Parenthood
Theatre Tulsa New Stage
Things My Mother Should Have Told Me Before I Had My Manhood Removed
Thomas Tabor
Three
Three by Annemarie Monahan
Tim Cook
Tim Dickmann
TMM
TMSL
Toby Jenkins
Tony Kushner
TOSS
TOSS Swing Dance Class
Tracy Chapman
Transgender
transgender microaggressions
transgender research
Transgender Rights
Trevor Project
Trevor Wood
Trinity Episcopal Church
TU
TU High School GSA Visit
TU High School GSA Visit Day
TU Law School
TU SODA
Tulsa Area Prime Timers
Tulsa Area Prime Timers (TAPT)
Tulsa Area Primetimers
Tulsa Business Chamber Diversity and Inclusion Council
Tulsa CARES
Tulsa City County Library
Tulsa City-County Library
Tulsa Community College
Tulsa Community College (TCC)
Tulsa Crude Classic Softball Tournament
Tulsa Drillers
Tulsa East Village
Tulsa Gay Pride Parade
Tulsa Growl
Tulsa Growl 2013
Tulsa Interational Airport
Tulsa Interfaith Alliance
Tulsa Lambda Bowling
Tulsa Lambda Bowling League
Tulsa Metro Basketball League
Tulsa Metro Softball League
Tulsa Metro Softball League (TMSL)
Tulsa Metropolitan Ministries
Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry
Tulsa Metropolitan Ministry (TMM)
Tulsa Mr. Leather
Tulsa Mr. Leather 2013
Tulsa Mr. Leather Contest
Tulsa Pride 2013
Tulsa Pride 2014
Tulsa Pride Interfaith Service
Tulsa Pride Parade SAGE Viewing Room
Tulsa Shock
Tulsa Stop Bullying Coalition
Tulsa Threat Women's Tackle Football
Tulsa Two Spirits Society
Tulsa Two Spirits Society Gathering
Tulsa Two-Spirit Society
Tulsa Uniform & Leather Seekers Association
Tulsa Uniform and Leather Seekers Association
Tulsa Uniform and Leather Seekers Association (T.U.L.S.A.)
Tulsa Uniform and Leather Seekers Association (TULSA)
Tulsa Uniform Leather Seekers Association
Tulsa Unites Against Bullying
Tulsa Women's Rugby Club
Turn About Show
Turn-about drag show
Twisters Theater
Two Step and Country Line Dance
Tyron Garner
Unity Center
Unity Center of Tulsa
Unity Church of Christianity
University of Oklahoma
University of Oklahoma (OU)
University of Tulsa
University of Tulsa Law
University United Methodist Church
Utah Pride Center
veterans
Veterans Day
veterans welfare
Vintage Series
Vito Russo
Volunteer Tulsa
voting
Wade Blevins
WANTED: A Night in Maverick Country
Wayne Besen
wedding
weddings
What About the Rest of Your House?
What the L?
When You Were Me
While England Sleeps
Whole Foods
Why Marriage Matters
Why Marriage Matters: America Equality and Gay People's Right to Marry
Wild By Nature
Willa Cather
Within Our Reach
Within Our Reach relationship workshop
Workforce Oklahoma Access Point
World AIDS day
Yoga A - Z
Yolanda Arnold
Youth Lock-In
YWCA
Zachary Harvat
Zackie Achmat
Zumba Fitness
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OKLAHOMANS FOR EQUALITY
BOARD REPORT - NOVEMBER, DECEMBER, &
JANUARY
Executive Summary
FY26 Grant :Funding
Oklahomans for Equality (OKEQ) advocates for equal
rights for Two Spirit, Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender,
Queer/Questioning, lntersex, and Asexual (2SLGBTQIA+)
individuals and families through intersectional advocacy,
education, programs, community partnerships, and the
operation of the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.
• Secured Funding
0
Anne & Henry Zarrow
Foundation
o GKFF
o Sanford & Irene Burnstein Family
Foundation
o Schusterman Family
Programs & Services
Philanthropies
o Coretz Family Foundation (new
• Affirming Health Care
• Affinity & Social Groups
funding)
• Legal Advocacy & Support
• Basic Needs & Referral
o Flint Family Foundation (new
• Visual & Performing Arts
Support
revenue)
• On Site Mental Health &
• 2SLGBTQIA+ Resource &
o HarvardAvenue Christian Church
Lending Library
Counseling Services
• Awaiting Response
• Youth & Young Adult
• Rural Pride Outreach &
o Lawrence Foundation (new
Programming
Support
revenue)
• Tulsa Fringe Festival
• Peer & Identity Based
o Vision Arts Grant (new funding)
Support Groups
• Tulsa Pride
• In Progress
o William K Warren Foundation
(new funding)
Volunteer Engagement
• Prospects
o Hardesty Family Foundation
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Cresap Family Foundation
November
Community Meal+ Rainbow Harvest:
Sixteen volunteers participated, including support from community partners such as Blue Cross
Blue Shield, the Tulsa Zoo, and Laureate Brain Institute.
Volunteer Orientation:
Six new volunteers completed orientation.
Im hailey.briggs@okeq.org
\. 918-442-8665
~ okeq.org
�December
Fairy Tree:
In collaboration w ith Tulsa Cares, we fulfilled holiday wish lists for 22 families in
need.
Clothing Swap & Winter Clothing Drive:
Four volunteers supported the event, benefiting approximately 50 community
members. An estimated 200 pounds of clothing, shoes, and outerwear were
collected and redistributed.
Maker's Market:
Four volunteers supported the event, which f eatured 17 vendors and local artists
and welcomed approximately 50 community m embers.
Rainbow H arvest:
Six volunteers participated.
Volunteer Orientation:
Four new volunteers completed orientation.
Giving Tuesday & End of Year Giving
Our 2025 Giving Tuesday and end-of-year giving campaign reinforced the importance of
consistent, accessible communication with our community and the impact of clearly telling
OKEQ's story. The campaigns utilized a combination of email outreach, social media,
mailed letters, and a live ask at our Annual Community Dinner ensuring we reached supporters
across multiple platforms and preferences.
Giving Tuesday was a series of social media posts highlighting different aspects of the Center
and OKEQ's programs over t he course of 2.5 weeks followed by a live ask at the Annual
Community Meal. In total we generated $3,283.50.
Our end of year letter cost the site approximately $75 for paper and postage, and
has generated roughly $35,121.00 to date, demonstrating a strong return on investment and
the effectiveness of low-cost, relationship- centered fundraising strategies. Beyond revenue,
this campaign highlighted how regu lar communication builds trust, keeps our community
connected to our mission, and makes giving to OKEQ accessible to t he general public. By
clearly sharing our impact and offering multiple, straightforward ways to give, we reduced
barriers to participation and invited broader engagement in sustaining our work. This approach
underscores that storytelling, consistency, and accessibility are essential to long-term
fundraising success and community support.
�Equality Business Alliance
Overview
The Equality Business Alliance (EBA) Steering Committee is comprised of 10 d iverse members of
the local business community, representing a range of industries and varying levels of experience
w ith the EBA. This group has come together w it h a shared commitment to relaunch the Equality
Business Alliance in a way that is values- driven and d irectly informed by the needs of the queer and
affirming business community. The committee will m eet twice monthly to guide this work.
Key Outcomes
During a recent meeting, the Steering Committee engaged in a SOAR framework (Strengths,
Opportunities, Aspirations, Results) to assess the current state of the EBA and identify priorities
for relaunch.
Strengths:
Members affirmed the strong credibility of Oklahomans for Equalit y, deep community trust, and a
shared commitment to affirming and inclusive business practices.
Opportunities:
The group identified t he need for c learer membership benefits, increased visibility for affirming
businesses, and more intentional pathways for engagement, accountability, and growth within the
alliance.
Aspirations:
The committee articu lated a s hared vis ion for a revitalized Equality Business Alliance that supports business owners,
aligns with OKEQ values, and meaningfully benefits LGBTQ+ community members.
Results:
There was strong alignment around developing a c lear, trusted EBA framework w ith defined member benefits,
t ransparent vetting standards, and programming that members find genuinely valuable.
Next Steps
• Cont inue twice-monthly Steering Committee meetings to maintain momentum.
• Draft a revised EBA framework out lining membership benefits, expectations, and accountability standards.
• Refine the vett ing process to ensure t ransparency, consistency, and alignment w ith OKEQ values.
• Develop programming and engagement opportunities that respond directly to the expressed needs of queer and
affirming businesses.
Strategic Impact
This work represents a s ignificant step toward relaunching the Equality Business Alliance as a sustainable,
community-informed program. By centering the lived experience and expertise of local business owners, the EBA is
being rebuilt in a way that strengthens affirming businesses while advancing OKEQ's broader mission of equit y,
inclusion, and community care
EBA Steering Committee Members
Aubrey Naiman - Tulsa Library-Economic & Community Development
Camille Diaz - Serenity Financial
Courtney Ivy - Next Level Senior Advisors
Kathy Clarke - Energy Environments
Sally Mercedes - Magic City Books
Tiyanah Garrett - Chamber of Commerce
Eric Eastland-Jones - Advocacy Resources
Kevin Eastland- Jones - Advocacy Resources
The Steering Committee will continue this work at its next meeting on Friday, ;January 23, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00
p.m.
�Dear friends,
As we reach the close of 2025, I've been reflecting on the foundations of Oklahomans for Equality,
where we came from, who we have become, and what still calls us forward. Our story began decades
ago, in the height of the HIV/AIDS crisis, with a group of volunteers who saw the dire unmet needs of
2SLGBTQIA+ people in Tulsa and refused to look away. They pooled their time, resources,
determination, and belief in community care to create something that did not yet exist. These
qualities are still built into the bones of this organization today.
That commitment drives us to provide vital, affirming, and affordable medical care to hundreds of
people each year. This year alone, 422 individuals received care through our medical clinic, many
experiencing respectful and identity-affirming healthcare for the first time. It is the same approach
that fuels our partnerships with embedded mental health and legal providers, who support
hundreds of community members each year seeking counseling, advocacy, and guidance in
moments when they need it most.
It is what inspires volunteers to show up week after week, leading support groups, facilitating
programs, sorting food, hosting events, and creating spaces of belonging. This year, 178 volunteers
lent their time, energy, and heart to OKEQ, proving that community care is not just a value here, it is
a practice and a shared responsibility.
It is also the energy behind programs like Rainbow Harvest, a low-barrier farmers market that has
provided fresh and shelf-stable groceries to 447 people in its first six months, supporting
community members facing food insecurity.
�It is what carried us across the state to 10 rural Pride events this year, ensuring support, visibility,
and connection even in the smallest corners of Oklahoma. And it empowers us to host citywide
events like Tulsa Pride, creating vital opportunities for joy, celebration, solidarity, and visibility for
tens of thousands of people each year.
This is what it means to stay proximate to our community's needs. This is the work we do because of
you.
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As we look toward 2026, t he need for affirming, life-changing care and safe spaces in Oklahoma remains
urgent, especially in a political climate that continues to target 2S LGBTQIA+ rights and access to essential
services. We cannot meet these needs without your support.
If you are in a position to make a year end gift, your donation, no matter the size, directly sustains the
programs people rely on for safety, support, and dignity.
If you are able to volunteer, your time becomes part of the legacy t hat has carried us from our earliest
days. And if this is not the season where either is possible, your continued connection - reading our
newsletters, attending events, stopping by the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center is deeply valued. Staying
proximate to th is work is its own form of generosity.
As we prepare for the year ahead, I am profoundly grateful for your trust, for your care, and for your
continued commitment to the belief that every 2S LGBTQIA+ person in Oklahoma deserves access to
reso urces, support and dignity.
With gratitude and determination,
Hailey Briggs
Executive Director
Oklahomans for Equality
Donate or volunteer by using the QR
code above or by visiting our website at
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JUNE 1984
Vol. 4, No. 6
’Gay Pride Week’ Set for June 16-24
en fifteen years since a small group of
rioted in front of Stonewall Bar on
reef in Greenwich V~Iiage¯ A great deal
or American gays since that fateful June
9.
s of gay awareness and pride have washed
ted States. Gay people in such diverse
Angeles, Aib~querque, Montgomery, Little
innati haveorganized to help themselves
¯ This month, gay people in every major
memorate Stonewall with Gay Pride Week
celebrations.
a lot to celebrate--and to be proud
We now have an active gay organization,
ons, a gay helpline, meetings, sports,
any other functions that are a direct
spirit of Stonewa11.
he activities now available in Tulsa are
to OHR and its dedicated members who
ry on, often in the face of apathy and
ticism.
r Is Renewal Month
eck your OHR mailing label. In approxieeks, most OHR memberships will expire.
OHR membership runs from July to July.
ailing lab~l reads "07-01-84" it’s time
ew. Since August 1980 an OHR membership
t the low, reasonable amount of $12.00.
ncreased.
.00 mainly goes to pay for the expenses
nd mailing the monthly newsletter to you
on’t you please take the time to renew?
vet joined OHR but you continue to refits of the monthly newsletter, isn’t it
our part financially?
, the form in this newsletter and send it
,oft will be greatly appreciated.
The.general public is becomlng’increasingly aware
that gays are their own friends, neighbors, and children. More and. more society is realizing that gay civil
rights is an issue that must be faced. It is !mperative that gays work to maintain their hard-won personal dignity.
During this Gay Pride Week, we must set new
goals. There is still a great need for us to join closer together. We must continue to work for each
other--and if some are unwilling1y to work actively,
they must support the efforts of others financially.
We must be more responsible for our fellow gays
--for elderly gays, gays in poor health, and gays who
still llve in loneliness and fear.
OHR needs your involvement, your ideas, and your
money.
As you celebrate this 3rd annual Tulsa Gay Pride
Week, remember this little slogan:
Pride and More in
’84.
Rodgers to Speak at Meeting
Bill Rodgers, a board member of the National Gay
Task Force, will speak at the monthly OHR meeting on
Monday evening, June 18.
Rodgers has served on the NGTF national board for
several years and he has a wide range of knowledge
concerning gay issues in this country. Rodgers will
speak to OHR members and friends about the current
status of the NGTF and the direction it has taken under the directorship of Virginia Apuzzo, He will also
talk about current political issues and problems
everyone should be aware of.
A question and answer
period will follow.
Rodgers, an Oklahoma city attorney, was a founder
of Oklahomans for Human Rights in Oklahoma City.
Don’t -miss this chance to hear an Oklahoma gay
leader. Please make plans to attend the June meeting
on Monday eveniDgt June 18, at 7:00 in the First National Bank auditorium (lower level), 4th and Main.
The meetings are free and open to everyone.
�JUNE 1984
Vol. 4, No. 6
’Gay Pride Week’ Set for June 16-24
It has been fifteen years since a small group of
harrassed gays rioted in front of Stonewall Bar on
Christopher Street in Greenwich Village. A great deal
has happened for American gays since that fateful June
evening in 1969.
The waves of gayawareness and pride have washed
across the United States. Gay people in such diverse
places as Los Angeles, Alb~querque, Montgomery, Little
Rock and Cincinnati haveorganized to help themselves
and each other. This mOnth, gay people in every major
city will commemorate Stonewall with Gay Pride Week
activities and celebrations.
Tulsa has a lot to celebrate--and to be proud
of--this June. We now have an active gay organization,
gay publications, a gay helpline, meetings, sports,
clinics, and many other functions that are a direct
result of the spirit of Stonewall.
Many of the activities now available in Tulsa are
attributable to OHR and its dedicated members who
faithfully carry on, often in the face of apathy and
occasional criticism.
The.general public is becoming increasingly aware
that gays are their own friends, neighbors, and children. More and. more society is realizing that gay civil
rights is an issue that must be faced. It is imperative that gays work to maintain their hard-won personal dignity.
During
ser
together.
other--and
time you did your part financially?
Your support will be greatly appreciated.
must
set
new
We
must
if some
continue to
work
for
each
are unwillingly to work actively,
our
fellow gays
elderly gays, gays in poor health, and gays who
still live in loneliness and fear.
OHR
needs your involvement, your ideas,
and your
money.
As you celebrate
Week,
this 3rd annual Tulsa Gay Pride
remember this little slogan:
Pride and More in
’84.
Rodgers to Speak at Meeting
Bill Rodgers,
a
board member of the National Gay
Task Force, will speak at the
monthly
OHR meeting on
Monday evening, June 18.
Rodgers has served on the NGTF national board for
several years
concerning
speak to
and he
gay
OHR
status of
has a
wide
range of knowledge
issues in this country.
members and
Rodgers will
friends about
the current
the NGTF and the direction it has taken un-
der the directorship of Virginia Apuzzo,
He will also
talk
and
about
current
political
everyone should be aware
of.
issues
problems
A question and
answer
period will follow.
Rodgers,
an Oklahoma city attorney, was a founder
of Oklahomans for Human Rights in Oklahoma City.
Don’t
leader.
on
GAY .::-R£$S ASSOCIATION
we
We must be more responsible for
--for
Just clip the form in this newsletter and send it
in.
Gay Pride Week,
they must support the efforts of others financially.
July Is Renewal Month
Please check your OHR mailing label. In approximately three weeks, most OHR memberships will expire.
Currently, an OHR membership runs from July to July.
If your mailing labbl reads "07-01-84" it’s time
for you to renew. Since August 1980 an OHR membership
has remained at the low, reasonable amount of $12.00.
It has never increased.
This $12.00 mainly goes to pay for the expenses
of printing and mailing the monthly newsletter to you
and others. Won’t you please take the time to renew?
If you have never joined OHR but you continue to receive the benefits of the monthly newsletter, isn’t it
this
goals. There is still a great need for us to join clo-
miss this chance
Please make
to hear an Oklahoma
gay
plans to attend the June meeting
Monday eveni~g~ June 18,
tional Bank auditorium (lower
at
7:00 in the First Nalevel), #th
The meetings are free and open to everyone.
and
Main.
�’Gay Pride’ Activities
to be Held During Week ot
June 16-24
the June 18 OHR meeting, from an officer, by
writing the post office box, or at Jared’s
Carriage Trade, 1602 East 15th.
NOTE: There are also activitles planned at
many Tulsa bars. Check the bars.to find out
their Pride Week functions.
DIRECTORY
The Bamboo Lounge
16
17
GAY PRIDE WEEK PICNIC at Chandler Park on
West 21st St.; 12 noon till S:O0 p.m.; hamburgers, hot dogs, beer, so{t arinks for
The Club
Seeker’s Choice
Tim’s Playroom
sale; booths and games, etc.
The Tool Box
Tulsa Mining Co.
SERVICES
at
Retropolitan
Community Church;
1623 N. Maplewood; 11:00 a.m.
18
OHR presents
BILL RODGERS, board
member
of
the National Gay Task Force; 7:00 p.m.; First
National Bank
auditorium, lower
level,
4th
Zippers
Dignity/Integrity
MCC
OHR
.7204 E. Pine
1219 S. Remorial
6710 E. Admiral Place
2252 E. 11th Street
1649 S. Rain Street
1902 E. 11th Street
4812 E. 33rd Street
1229 S. St. Louis Ave
1623 N. Raplewood Ave/74115
P.O. Box 52729/74152
918-SB7-GAYS
OHR Gay Helpline
Zippers’ Gay Information Line
749-9797
and Main.
19
20
21
22
MOVIES at’Center Plaza Apartments, in Plaza
room, Ist floor of South Tower;.7:OO--"Who
Happens to be Gay" is "a documentary about a
cross section of people discussing their
lives, coming out, etc. 8:00~-"La Cage aux
Folles." If you haven’t seen it, don~t miss
it.
OKLAHOMA at Discoveryland; the price for OHR
members and friends will be $5.95; showtime
is at 7:30 p.m. and those who want may bring
apicnic at 6:30; deadline for reservations
is Monday, June 11; call Brian at 744-0174 or
the Helpline at 592-5086.
MOVIES it~Cent~r Piaza Apartments;(see June
19 !isting); 7:00--"On Being Homosexual" is
the recent documentary shown on HBO. 8:00--’A
Woman’s Place is in the House." House of Representatlves, that is.
This documentary is
about Rep. E1alne Noble, a lesbian congresswoman from Boston (and at the time the lover
of. famed gay author Rita Mae Brown). An interesting film about her political career.
Happy Hour COCKTAILS at the Grapevine, Stonehorse Shopping Center, 35th and Peoria; 6:00
to 8:00 p.m.
Come unwind after your week’s
work.
GAY
INFORMATION
LINE
587-GAYS
Official Publication of
Oklahomans for Human Rights -- Tulsa Chapter
P.O. Box 52729
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74152
Membership in the Tulsa Chapter of Oklahomans for
Human Rights is only $12.00 per year. The membership
year suns from July to July.
A person may join today for only $12.00 and then
renew in July 1985.
Please do your part to help keep OHR a viable
part of Tulsa.
Send in your check or write for a
brochure today!
RERBERSHIP APPLICATION
Name
Address
City
ZIP
23
OPEN
State
Phone
24
OHR~S MR. TULSA CONTEST; at Zlggy’s, 71st and
Yale; door opens at 6:30 p.m. and show begins
at 7:30 p.m.; advance tickets are $5.00 and
advance reserved seats are $6.50; tickets at
the door are $8.00.
You may buy tickets at
( ) I am 18 years old or older.
( ) Membership fee of $
( ) Tax deductible contributlon of $
( ) Is this a renewal?
�SUNDA Y
MONDAY
4
Spaghetti
Dinner and
Bingo Party
6:30 p.m.
I0
ii
CAMPOUT
TUESDA Y
5
6
Growth
Group
Meeting
.6:30 p.m.
OHR
Bowling
12
14
Growth
Group
Meeting
6:30 p.m.
17
FRIDA Y ~
SATURDAY
i
2
3HR CAMPOUT
Sequoyah
Btate Park
OHR CAMPOUI
15
OHR
Bowling
19
MOVIES at
Center PI,
7:00p.m.
MCC
Services
WEDNESDAY THURSDA Y
Dignity;Tpm
1229 S.StLol
2O
OKLAHOMA !
at Discoveryland
7:30 p.m.
MOVIES at
Center PI.
7:00 p.m.
22
Cocktails
at the
Grapevine
6:00 p.m.
GAY PRIDE
WEEK PICNIC
Chandler Pk
Noon--5 pm
23OPEN
Summer
25
OHRv s
MR. TULSA
CONTEST
Ziggy’s
7:30 p.m.
JUNE
29
Growth
Group
Meeting
6:30 p.m.
OHR
Bowling
Razzle
Dazzle
Dallas
CELEBRATE GAY PRIDE WEEK
JUl~ 16
2~
�Discussion Group
Meets Each Tuesday
A "Growth Group" has organized and meets each
Tuesday evening at 6:30 at the Family Mental Health
Services building, 1538 S. Sheridan (behlnd the Curtis
Mathes store).
The discussion group is free and is open to all
interested men and women who want to joimother group
members to discuss a variety of concerns--primarily
issues related to growth in relationships with family,
friends~ and lovers.
The group, led by Helpline referral counselor
Brent WOlfe, provides a comfortable way to communicate
experiences and share concerns.
Join the group next Tuesday evening.
For more
information you may call Brent at 832-ig46 or Brian at
744-0174.
CLASSIFIED ADS
(Classified Ad rates $3.00, for the first .20
words. To place an ad, call Gary at 742-0401 or write
the post office box.)
Confidential interview with children 13 and over
who have gay fathers are needed for research by Dr.
Bozett, OU professor. Call work (405) 271-2305 or home
(405) 722-1048.
OHR member will help flood victims who wish to
file amended lg83 income tax returns. For information
call the Helpllne at 592-5086.
TO REPORT:
ANTI-GAY VIOLENCE
TO OBTAIN:
A.I.D.$. REFERRALS
Call loll-free
[800] 22~-7044
In N.Y. State
(212] 807-6016
New Beer To Be
Marketed for Gays
T~ gay entrepreneurs have begun marketlng a new
’eer just for gays called "Wilde’s" beer. The new
pr--.llum lager is named after Oscar Wilde, the Irish
"riter and wit who is one of the most famous gay authors of ali tlme.
The beer’s creators plan to pour 35% of the
beer’s profits back into gay communlty organizatlons.
Wilde’s beer is available in blue-and-silver labels with a geometric design. It is currently being
test marketed in ali of San Diego’s 50 gay and lesbian
bars. Promotional slogans are "Our Own Beer!" and
"Just Between Us, It’s Wilde!"
The owners contracted with Pearl Brewing Company
in San Antonio to brew the special formula, which they
arrived at after much taste-testlng by gays in many
bars. If Wilde’s proves to be a success in San Diego,
the beer wili be introduced in gay bars in other clties.
Helpllne Needs You
May and June have been filled with events and
activities for the gay community. The OHR Gay Helpline
tape provides up-to-date information on events to over
four thousand callers per month. Taped information is
available to callers 24-hours a day.
Additional information is provided by Helpllne
volunteers who work two two-hour evenlng shifts per
month. Volunteers are on duty each weekday evening and
for extended shlfts on weekends. Approximately 30 OHR
member/volunteers handle over 350 calls per month personally.
Helpllne volunteers are still needed. If you have
been thinking of finding a way to serveOHR and the
community, there is no better, more rewarding choice
than worklng as a Helpllne volunteer.
If you’re
interested,
please call Jack at
744-0174 or speak to any OHR board member.
"Until the health crisis is over, I think we’d better just hug like bunnies. ""
�Memorable t uotes
Rathe Dazzle Dallas’ on
June 30th Weekend
"Thank you, America. You’ve got good taste,
style, and you kno~ a good drag queen ~hen you see
one." --Boy George at the Grammy’s Rarch i, 1984.
"I vish he vouldn’t run.
The annual "Razzle Dazzle Dallas" will be held at
the Dallas Convention Center on Saturday evening, June
30, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The Convention Center is on
South Griffin Street in downtown Dallas.
Razzle Dazzle Dallas was first held at the fairgrounds in June 1979 as a party to celebrate Gay Pride
geek. Last year the 5th annual event drew over 4000
celebrants. But it has evolved from a social party to
a ma~or fundraiser to support community service organizatlons.
This year the organizers expect close to 6000’gay
people
to
attend in everything from
blue
~eans
"The gay movement uould get farther faster in the
realm of equal treatment by abandoning the specious
pose of ’sexual preference’ and candldly acknowledging
that it is as bound to its own orbit as the Earth is
to its etlipse. After a11, nothing that exists in nature can rightly be called ’unnatural.’" --#ewspaper
columnlst Sydney Harris
to
ter, made an appearance
Narren, and visit the Boulevard and Bazaar area.
ville,
Free bus transportation is
Springs and Throckmorton
he’d go live on
Narch 19, 1984.
black tie. Free beer and soft drinks are available
plus a cash liquor bar. You may dance to the music of
d.~. Shaun Buchanan from the Saintin NYC, play games
in the Casino area, enjoy Las Vegas performer Rusty
Cedar
I vish
the ranch." --Reagan’s daughter, Patti Davis, in TIRE,
Chip Carter, son of
former President Jimmy
Car-
at several gay bars in Louis-
KY in support of Walter Rondale’s campaign for
the Democratic nomination for president.
available from the
area and from the
Carter talked to bar patrons about Mondale’s support
Crew’s.Inn. Hotel and travel packages ,are available
through the Reservation Desk at 1-800-527-5818. Tickets after June 1 are $15.00 and after June 2~ they are
of
gay issues.
He also
passed out bu:tons and
urged patrons to attend the caucuses
being
held that
weekend in Kentucky.
$20.00. Please call or ~rite Razzte Dazzle Dallas, PO
Box 50031, Dallas, TX 75250.
OHR
INFORMATION LINE
HAS LESBIANS AND GA Y MEN
AVAILABLE TO TALK WITH YOU.
A committee of the U,S. Conference of Mayors has
passed a resolution endorsing legal protections for
gay people.
After testimony by V~rg!nia gpuzzo of the NGTF,
the Committee o~ Human Development approVed, a resolution reading: "Recognizing t.he right of all citizens,
.regardless of sexual .orientation, to full participation in American society, the committee recommends ¯
that all levels of government adopt legal protections
for the rights of gay and lesbian Americans."
TO SUBSCRIBE OR RENEW:
(800) 227-3040 Nationwide
(800) 652-1880 California
C~ling toll-free is the fastest and n~st convenient way to conduct your
subscdptk)n business with The ADVOCATE.
Our friendly operators are ready to help you 24 hours, 7 days a week. And
when you call, you may charge your order to your VISA or Master Card, or
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Tulsa Office
619 South Detroit
(918) 582-0061
Broken Arrow Office
816 North Elm Place, Suite 3
(918) 2583526
Apuzzo to Speak at Rally
Ginny Apuzzo,. Executive Director of the National
Gay Task Force, has agreed to.speak at the National
March for Lesbian/Gay Rights on Sunday, July 15, in
San Francisco. The march will be held during the Democratlc National convention and will focus the nationls
attention on the cause For. gay civil rights.
"Ms. Apuzzo is both a dynamic speaker and an extraordinary activist for gay rights.
We are very
pleased that she will be able to address our rally,"
commented
Paul
Boneberg,
National
March
co-~hairperson.
~..Among the organizations endorsing the march are
the NGTF, Black and White Men Together, and various
local chapters of NOW, ACLU, etc.
March organizers are seeking 1000 indivldual
sponsors to donate $25 each. Donations may be sent to
National march for Lesbian/Gay Rights, 2301 Market
St., Suite A, San Francisco, CA 94114. For information
you may call (415) B63-5005.
Cowboys Plan Rodeo and Fair
The annual National Reno Gay Rodeo and Country
Fair will be held this year From July 19 to July 22 at
the Nevada State Fairgrounds, Reno, Nevada.
The Natlonal Gay Rodeo has become a major event
on the west coast. A lot of "wild" rodeo action takes
place each year along with the annual Horse Show, Western Dance Festival, Country Fair Arts and Crafts
Booths, Western Entertainment, Dances, Boot Throwing
Contest, and Talent Contest.
This is a major event and begins with a Grand
Entry Parade with drill teams, horsemen, floats, and
vintage cars.,
For full details about entering, booth space,
contests, accommod~-~{ons, and reserved seats, please
call (702) 677-0742 or write Gay Rodeo, PO Box 2372,
Reno, Nevada 89505.
Don’t miss the OHR MR. TULSA CONTEST!
Advance tickets are only $5.00 for general
admission or $6.50 for reserved seating.
.~ickets are $g.0Q at the dQor.
In Columbia, Maryland, Steve Jacobs and John LeBedda want to join the AAA Motor Club and take advantage of the subsantlal discount for spouses. But they
can’t.
Spousal discounts are
only for married,
straight couples.
The National Gay Rights Advocates (NGRA’) is taking AAA to court. Howard County in Maryland has a law
against discrimination based on sexual orientation and
marital status.
It’s an ideal spot for the NGRA~s
opening round in its Couples~ Rights Legal Agenda.
On the opposite coast in San Diego, NGRA is challenging AAA~s auto insurance policy. Leo Laurence and
Robert Zelmer, Jr., have applied For a 20% spousal
discount on AAA auto insurance. They have llved together six years (longer than many married couples who
can get the discount).
NGRA hopes to win these cases and pave the way
for gay and lesbian couples to claim their rights to
family discounts. NGRA hopes to tackle other couplesI
rights cases and win rights to such things as pension
benefits, tuition
discounts,
hospital visitation
rights, health insurance~ income tax joint filing,
etc.
If you would llke to support NGRA in its efforts,
please send your pledges to NGRA, 540 Castro. St., San
Francisco, CA 94114 or call (415) 863-3624.
Join NGTF today.
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JUNE 1984
Vol. 4, No. 6
’Gay Pride Week’ Set for June 16-24
en fifteen years since a small group of
rioted in front of Stonewall Bar on
reef in Greenwich V~Iiage¯ A great deal
or American gays since that fateful June
9.
s of gay awareness and pride have washed
ted States. Gay people in such diverse
Angeles, Aib~querque, Montgomery, Little
innati haveorganized to help themselves
¯ This month, gay people in every major
memorate Stonewall with Gay Pride Week
celebrations.
a lot to celebrate--and to be proud
We now have an active gay organization,
ons, a gay helpline, meetings, sports,
any other functions that are a direct
spirit of Stonewa11.
he activities now available in Tulsa are
to OHR and its dedicated members who
ry on, often in the face of apathy and
ticism.
r Is Renewal Month
eck your OHR mailing label. In approxieeks,
most OHR memberships will expire.
OHR membership runs from July to July.
ailing lab~l reads "07-01-84" it’s time
ew. Since August 1980 an OHR membership
t the low, reasonable amount of $12.00.
ncreased.
.00 mainly goes to pay for the expenses
nd mailing the monthly newsletter to you
on’t you please take the time to renew?
vet joined OHR but you continue to refits
of the monthly newsletter, isn’t it
our part financially?
, the form in this newsletter and send it
,oft will be greatly appreciated.
The.general public is becomlng’increasingly aware
that gays are their own friends, neighbors, and children.
More and. more society is realizing that gay civil
rights is an issue that must be faced. It is !mperative
that gays work to maintain their hard-won personal
dignity.
During this Gay Pride Week, we must set new
goals. There is still a great need for us to join closer
together. We must continue to work for each
other--and if some are unwilling1y to work actively,
they must support the efforts of others financially.
We must be more responsible for our fellow gays
--for elderly gays, gays in poor health, and gays who
still llve in loneliness and fear.
OHR needs your involvement, your ideas, and your
money.
As you celebrate this 3rd annual Tulsa Gay Pride
Week, remember this little slogan: Pride and More in
’84.
Rodgers to Speak at Meeting
Bill Rodgers, a board member of the National Gay
Task Force, will speak at the monthly OHR meeting on
Monday evening, June 18.
Rodgers has served on the NGTF national board for
several years and he has a wide range of knowledge
concerning gay issues in this country. Rodgers will
speak to OHR members and friends about the current
status of the NGTF and the direction it has taken under
the directorship of Virginia Apuzzo, He will also
talk about current political issues and problems
everyone should be aware of. A question and answer
period will follow.
Rodgers, an Oklahoma city attorney, was a founder
of Oklahomans for Human Rights in Oklahoma City.
Don’t -miss this chance to hear an Oklahoma gay
leader. Please make plans to attend the June meeting
on Monday eveniDgt June 18, at 7:00 in the First National
Bank auditorium (lower level), 4th and Main.
The meetings are free and open to everyone.
JUNE 1984
Vol. 4, No. 6
’Gay Pride Week’ Set for June 16-24
It has been fifteen years since a small group of
harrassed gays rioted in front of Stonewall Bar on
Christopher Street in Greenwich Village. A great deal
has happened for American gays since that fateful June
evening in 1969.
The waves of gayawareness and pride have washed
across the United States. Gay people in such diverse
places as Los Angeles, Alb~querque, Montgomery, Little
Rock and Cincinnati haveorganized to help themselves
and each other. This mOnth, gay people in every major
city will commemorate Stonewall with Gay Pride Week
activities and celebrations.
Tulsa has a lot to celebrate--and to be proud
of--this June. We now have an active gay organization,
gay publications, a gay helpline, meetings, sports,
clinics, and many other functions that are a direct
result of the spirit of Stonewall.
Many of the activities now available in Tulsa are
attributable to OHR and its dedicated members who
faithfully carry on, often in the face of apathy and
occasional criticism.
July Is Renewal Month
Please check your OHR mailing label. In approximately
three weeks, most OHR memberships will expire.
Currently, an OHR membership runs from July to July.
If your mailing labbl reads "07-01-84" it’s time
for you to renew. Since August 1980 an OHR membership
has remained at the low, reasonable amount of $12.00.
It has never increased.
This $12.00 mainly goes to pay for the expenses
of printing and mailing the monthly newsletter to you
and others. Won’t you please take the time to renew?
If you have never joined OHR but you continue to receive
the benefits of the monthly newsletter, isn’t it
time you did your part financially?
Just clip the form in this newsletter and send it
in. Your support will be greatly appreciated.
GAY .::-R£$S ASSOCIATION
The.general public is becoming increasingly aware
that gays are their own friends, neighbors, and children.
More and. more society is realizing that gay civil
rights is an issue that must be faced. It is imperative
that gays work to maintain their hard-won personal
dignity.
During this Gay Pride Week, we must set new
goals. There is still a great need for us to join closer
together. We must continue to work for each
other--and if some are unwillingly to work actively,
they must support the efforts of others financially.
We must be more responsible for our fellow gays
--for elderly gays, gays in poor health, and gays who
still live in loneliness and fear.
OHR needs your involvement, your ideas, and your
money.
As you celebrate this 3rd annual Tulsa Gay Pride
Week, remember this little slogan: Pride and More in
’84.
Rodgers to Speak at Meeting
Bill Rodgers, a board member of the National Gay
Task Force, will speak at the monthly OHR meeting on
Monday evening, June 18.
Rodgers has served on the NGTF national board for
several years and he has a wide range of knowledge
concerning gay issues in this country. Rodgers will
speak to OHR members and friends about the current
status of the NGTF and the direction it has taken under
the directorship of Virginia Apuzzo, He will also
talk about current political issues and problems
everyone should be aware of. A question and answer
period will follow.
Rodgers, an Oklahoma city attorney, was a founder
of Oklahomans for Human Rights in Oklahoma City.
Don’t miss this chance to hear an Oklahoma gay
leader. Please make plans to attend the June meeting
on Monday eveni~g~ June 18, at 7:00 in the First National
Bank auditorium (lower level), #th and Main.
The meetings are free and open to everyone.
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
24
’Gay Pride’ Activities
to be Held During Week ot
June 16-24
GAY PRIDE WEEK PICNIC at Chandler Park on
West 21st St.; 12 noon till S:O0 p.m.; hamburgers,
hot dogs, beer, so{t arinks for
sale; booths and games, etc.
SERVICES at Retropolitan Community Church;
1623 N. Maplewood; 11:00 a.m.
OHR presents BILL RODGERS, board member of
the National Gay Task Force; 7:00 p.m.; First
National Bank auditorium, lower level, 4th
and Main.
MOVIES at’Center Plaza Apartments, in Plaza
room, Ist floor of South Tower;.7:OO--"Who
Happens to be Gay" is "a documentary about a
cross section of people discussing their
lives, coming out, etc. 8:00~-"La Cage aux
Folles." If you haven’t seen it, don~t miss
it.
OKLAHOMA at Discoveryland; the price for OHR
members and friends will be $5.95; showtime
is at 7:30 p.m. and those who want may bring
apicnic at 6:30; deadline for reservations
is Monday, June 11; call Brian at 744-0174 or
the Helpline at 592-5086.
MOVIES it~Cent~r Piaza Apartments;(see June
19 !isting); 7:00--"On Being Homosexual" is
the recent documentary shown on HBO. 8:00--’A
Woman’s Place is in the House." House of Representatlves,
that is. This documentary is
about Rep. E1alne Noble, a lesbian congresswoman
from Boston (and at the time the lover
of. famed gay author Rita Mae Brown). An interesting
film about her political career.
Happy Hour COCKTAILS at the Grapevine, Stonehorse
Shopping Center, 35th and Peoria; 6:00
to 8:00 p.m. Come unwind after your week’s
work.
OPEN
OHR~S MR. TULSA CONTEST; at Zlggy’s, 71st and
Yale; door opens at 6:30 p.m. and show begins
at 7:30 p.m.; advance tickets are $5.00 and
advance reserved seats are $6.50; tickets at
the door are $8.00. You may buy tickets at
the June 18 OHR meeting, from an officer, by
writing the post office box, or at Jared’s
Carriage Trade, 1602 East 15th.
NOTE: There are also activitles planned at
many Tulsa bars. Check the bars.to find out
their Pride Week functions.
DIRECTORY
The Bamboo Lounge
The Club
Seeker’s Choice
Tim’s Playroom
The Tool Box
Tulsa Mining Co.
Zippers
Dignity/Integrity
MCC
OHR
OHR Gay Helpline
Zippers’ Gay Information Line
.7204 E. Pine
1219 S. Remorial
6710 E. Admiral Place
2252 E. 11th Street
1649 S. Rain Street
1902 E. 11th Street
4812 E. 33rd Street
1229 S. St. Louis Ave
1623 N. Raplewood Ave/74115
P.O. Box 52729/74152
918-SB7-GAYS
749-9797
GAY
INFORMATION
LINE
587-GAYS
Official Publication of
Oklahomans for Human Rights -- Tulsa Chapter
P.O. Box 52729
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74152
Membership in the Tulsa Chapter of Oklahomans for
Human Rights is only $12.00 per year. The membership
year suns from July to July.
A person may join today for only $12.00 and then
renew in July 1985.
Please do your part to help keep OHR a viable
part of Tulsa. Send in your check or write for a
brochure today!
Name
Address
City
State
Phone
RERBERSHIP APPLICATION
ZIP
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SUNDA Y MONDAY TUESDA Y WEDNESDAY THURSDA Y FRIDA Y ~ SATURDAY
Spaghetti
Dinner and
Bingo Party
6:30 p.m.
I0
CAMPOUT
17
MCC
Services
Dignity;Tpm
1229 S.StLol
OHRv s
MR. TULSA
CONTEST
Ziggy’s
7:30 p.m.
4
i
5
Growth
Group
Meeting
.6:30 p.m.
6
OHR
Bowling
3HR CAMPOUT
Sequoyah
Btate Park
ii
25
12
Growth
Group
Meeting
6:30 p.m.
19 MOVIES at
Center PI,
7:00p.m.
Growth
Group
Meeting
6:30 p.m.
OHR
Bowling
2O
OKLAHOMA !
at Discoveryland
7:30 p.m.
14
MOVIES at
Center PI.
7:00 p.m.
Summer
15
22
Cocktails
at the
Grapevine
6:00 p.m.
OHR
Bowling
29
2
OHR CAMPOUI
GAY PRIDE
WEEK PICNIC
Chandler Pk
Noon--5 pm
23-
OPEN
Razzle
Dazzle
Dallas
JUNE CELEBRATE GAY PRIDE WEEK
JUl~ 16 2~
Discussion Group
Meets Each Tuesday
A "Growth Group" has organized and meets each
Tuesday evening at 6:30 at the Family Mental Health
Services building, 1538 S. Sheridan (behlnd the Curtis
Mathes store).
The discussion group is free and is open to all
interested men and women who want to joimother group
members to discuss a variety of concerns--primarily
issues related to growth in relationships with family,
friends~ and lovers.
The group, led by Helpline referral counselor
Brent WOlfe, provides a comfortable way to communicate
experiences and share concerns.
Join the group next Tuesday evening. For more
information you may call Brent at 832-ig46 or Brian at
744-0174.
CLASSIFIED ADS
(Classified Ad rates $3.00, for the first .20
words. To place an ad, call Gary at 742-0401 or write
the post office box.)
Confidential interview with children 13 and over
who have gay fathers are needed for research by Dr.
Bozett, OU professor. Call work (405) 271-2305 or home
(405) 722-1048.
OHR member will help flood victims who wish to
file amended lg83 income tax returns. For information
call the Helpllne at 592-5086.
TO REPORT:
ANTI-GAY VIOLENCE
TO OBTAIN:
A.I.D.$. REFERRALS
Call loll-free
[800] 22~-7044
In N.Y. State
(212] 807-6016
New Beer To Be
Marketed for Gays
T~ gay entrepreneurs have begun marketlng a new
’eer just for gays called "Wilde’s" beer. The new
pr--.llum lager is named after Oscar Wilde, the Irish
"riter and wit who is one of the most famous gay authors
of ali tlme.
The beer’s creators plan to pour 35% of the
beer’s profits back into gay communlty organizatlons.
Wilde’s beer is available in blue-and-silver labels
with a geometric design. It is currently being
test marketed in ali of San Diego’s 50 gay and lesbian
bars. Promotional slogans are "Our Own Beer!" and
"Just Between Us, It’s Wilde!"
The owners contracted with Pearl Brewing Company
in San Antonio to brew the special formula, which they
arrived at after much taste-testlng by gays in many
bars. If Wilde’s proves to be a success in San Diego,
the beer wili be introduced in gay bars in other clties.
Helpllne Needs You
"Until the health crisis is over, I think we’d better just hug like bunnies. ""
May and June have been filled with events and
activities for the gay community. The OHR Gay Helpline
tape provides up-to-date information on events to over
four thousand callers per month. Taped information is
available to callers 24-hours a day.
Additional information is provided by Helpllne
volunteers who work two two-hour evenlng shifts per
month. Volunteers are on duty each weekday evening and
for extended shlfts on weekends. Approximately 30 OHR
member/volunteers handle over 350 calls per month personally.
Helpllne volunteers are still needed. If you have
been thinking of finding a way to serveOHR and the
community, there is no better, more rewarding choice
than worklng as a Helpllne volunteer.
If you’re interested, please call Jack at
744-0174 or speak to any OHR board member.
Rathe Dazzle Dallas’ on
June 30th Weekend
The annual "Razzle Dazzle Dallas" will be held at
the Dallas Convention Center on Saturday evening, June
30, from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The Convention Center is on
South Griffin Street in downtown Dallas.
Razzle Dazzle Dallas was first held at the fairgrounds
in June 1979 as a party to celebrate Gay Pride
geek. Last year the 5th annual event drew over 4000
celebrants. But it has evolved from a social party to
a ma~or fundraiser to support community service organizatlons.
This year the organizers expect close to 6000’gay
people to attend in everything from blue ~eans to
black tie. Free beer and soft drinks are available
plus a cash liquor bar. You may dance to the music of
d.~. Shaun Buchanan from the Saintin NYC, play games
in the Casino area, enjoy Las Vegas performer Rusty
Narren, and visit the Boulevard and Bazaar area.
Free bus transportation is available from the
Cedar Springs and Throckmorton area and from the
Crew’s.Inn. Hotel and travel packages ,are available
through the Reservation Desk at 1-800-527-5818. Tickets
after June 1 are $15.00 and after June 2~ they are
$20.00. Please call or ~rite Razzte Dazzle Dallas, PO
Box 50031, Dallas, TX 75250.
OHR
INFORMATION LINE
HAS LESBIANS AND GA Y MEN
AVAILABLE TO TALK WITH YOU.
Memorable t uotes
"Thank you, America. You’ve got good taste,
style, and you kno~ a good drag queen ~hen you see
one." --Boy George at the Grammy’s Rarch i, 1984.
"I vish he vouldn’t run. I vish he’d go live on
the ranch." --Reagan’s daughter, Patti Davis, in TIRE,
Narch 19, 1984.
"The gay movement uould get farther faster in the
realm of equal treatment by abandoning the specious
pose of ’sexual preference’ and candldly acknowledging
that it is as bound to its own orbit as the Earth is
to its etlipse. After a11, nothing that exists in nature
can rightly be called ’unnatural.’" --#ewspaper
columnlst Sydney Harris
Chip Carter, son of former President Jimmy Carter,
made an appearance at several gay bars in Louisville,
KY in support of Walter Rondale’s campaign for
the Democratic nomination for president.
Carter talked to bar patrons about Mondale’s support
of gay issues. He also passed out bu:tons and
urged patrons to attend the caucuses being held that
weekend in Kentucky.
A committee of the U,S. Conference of Mayors has
passed a resolution endorsing legal protections for
gay people.
After testimony by V~rg!nia gpuzzo of the NGTF,
the Committee o~ Human Development approVed, a resolution
reading: "Recognizing t.he right of all citizens,
.regardless of sexual .orientation, to full participation
in American society, the committee recommends ¯
that all levels of government adopt legal protections
for the rights of gay and lesbian Americans."
TO SUBSCRIBE OR RENEW:
(800) 227-3040 Nationwide
(800) 652-1880 California
C~ling toll-free is the fastest and n~st convenient way to conduct your
subscdptk)n business with The ADVOCATE.
Our friendly operators are ready to help you 24 hours, 7 days a week. And
when you call, you may charge your order to your VISA or Master Card, or
ask to be billed later.
Tulsa Office Broken Arrow Office
619 South Detroit 816 North Elm Place, Suite 3
(918) 582-0061 (918) 2583526
Apuzzo to Speak at Rally
Ginny Apuzzo,. Executive Director of the National
Gay Task Force, has agreed to.speak at the National
March for Lesbian/Gay Rights on Sunday, July 15, in
San Francisco. The march will be held during the Democratlc
National convention and will focus the nationls
attention on the cause For. gay civil rights.
"Ms. Apuzzo is both a dynamic speaker and an extraordinary
activist for gay rights. We are very
pleased that she will be able to address our rally,"
commented Paul Boneberg, National March
co-~hairperson.
~..Among the organizations endorsing the march are
the NGTF, Black and White Men Together, and various
local chapters of NOW, ACLU, etc.
March organizers are seeking 1000 indivldual
sponsors to donate $25 each. Donations may be sent to
National march for Lesbian/Gay Rights, 2301 Market
St., Suite A, San Francisco, CA 94114. For information
you may call (415) B63-5005.
Cowboys Plan Rodeo and Fair
The annual National Reno Gay Rodeo and Country
Fair will be held this year From July 19 to July 22 at
the Nevada State Fairgrounds, Reno, Nevada.
The Natlonal Gay Rodeo has become a major event
on the west coast. A lot of "wild" rodeo action takes
place each year along with the annual Horse Show, Western
Dance Festival, Country Fair Arts and Crafts
Booths, Western Entertainment, Dances, Boot Throwing
Contest, and Talent Contest.
This is a major event and begins with a Grand
Entry Parade with drill teams, horsemen, floats, and
vintage cars.,
For full details about entering, booth space,
contests, accommod~-~{ons, and reserved seats, please
call (702) 677-0742 or write Gay Rodeo, PO Box 2372,
Reno, Nevada 89505.
Couples’ Rights Case Set
In Columbia, Maryland, Steve Jacobs and John Le-
Bedda want to join the AAA Motor Club and take advantage
of the subsantlal discount for spouses. But they
can’t. Spousal discounts are only for married,
straight couples.
The National Gay Rights Advocates (NGRA’) is taking
AAA to court. Howard County in Maryland has a law
against discrimination based on sexual orientation and
marital status. It’s an ideal spot for the NGRA~s
opening round in its Couples~ Rights Legal Agenda.
On the opposite coast in San Diego, NGRA is challenging
AAA~s auto insurance policy. Leo Laurence and
Robert Zelmer, Jr., have applied For a 20% spousal
discount on AAA auto insurance. They have llved together
six years (longer than many married couples who
can get the discount).
NGRA hopes to win these cases and pave the way
for gay and lesbian couples to claim their rights to
family discounts. NGRA hopes to tackle other couplesI
rights cases and win rights to such things as pension
benefits, tuition discounts, hospital visitation
rights, health insurance~ income tax joint filing,
etc.
If you would llke to support NGRA in its efforts,
please send your pledges to NGRA, 540 Castro. St., San
Francisco, CA 94114 or call (415) 863-3624.
Join NGTF today.
Don’t miss the OHR MR. TULSA CONTEST!
Advance tickets are only $5.00 for general
admission or $6.50 for reserved seating.
.~ickets are $g.0Q at the dQor.
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TULSA OKLAHOMAN S FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
P.O. BOX 52729
TULSA, OKLAHOMA 74152
JANUARY
MEETING
1/9
JANUARY 1984
Vol. 4, No. 1
The monthly business meeting and program for OHR will be
held on Monday evening, November 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the First
National Bank Auditorium, lower level, 4th and Main.
This month’s program will be the program originally scheduled
for December and the one described in the December newsletter.
Because of a conflict, another program--an AIDS update by Dr.
Jeff Beal--was substituted.
Dr. Marion Sugurdson, Ph.D. in Psychology, and Dr. Raphella
Sohier, Ph.D. in Health Sciences, will present a program dealing
with Sexual Identity. This promises to be a program
you’.ll want
to hear. A question and answer session will follow the presenation.
Also, the January meeting will give you a chance to meet the
new officers. They will be installed and officially begin their
duties.
Don’t forget: OHR meetings are free and open to everyone.
come join us and bring a friend on Monday, January 9, at 7:00 p.m.
STD CLINIC
And what did you get for Christmas?
1/20
The bi-monthly Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) clinic will
be held on Friday, January 20, from 9:00 to 11:00 p.m. at the
Tulsa Mining Company, llth and Wheeling.
The clinic is free and the results are strictly confidential.
Don’t give the gift that keeps on giving! Get checked on January 20.
AEROBICS
CLASS
I/i0
An aerobics class is being offered again--and it begins this
month.
If you have gobbled up too many calories during this holiday
season, make a resolution in 1984 to enroll in the OHR aerobics class.
Last October, approximately 20 fellows enrolled in t~e OHR
aerobics class and they "worked hard for the moneJro" (Actually it
only costs $20 bucks.)
But now it’s your chance to join them as
a new session is about to begin.
The class will meet at Thoreau. Junior High School, 71st and
Memorial, The sessions will last six weeks and be on Tuesday and
Thursday eveninqs from 8:30 to 9:30 startinq on January lOth.
�The class is open to both men and women.
You can sign up
at the January lOth meeting or call Brian at 744-0174. Hurry as
space is limited’.
WATERCOLOR
CLASS
In 1983, OHR offered a chance for you to develop a new hobby-watercolor painting.
Several people enjoyed the class taught by
OHR member Ken Johnston.
Ken, who has written three books on the
subject and teaches the course all over the country, will be offering
the class to anyone who wants to learn.
If you have been intrigued by watercoloring, now is the time
to pursue this interest and acquire a new skill.
Ken emphasizes that
no previous watercolor or free-hand drawing experience is required!
Find out more about this beginner’s course at the January lOth
meeting.
Space is limited so be there to sign up!
NEWSPAPER
REPORTERS
At the December meeting, some discussion was held dealing
with inviting some World/Tribunewritersto an OHR meeting so that
they may be "sensitized"about gay issues.
It comes as no surprise
that stereotypes and negative perspectives continue to be presented
in Tulsa newspapers. The Executive Board has decided not to have
any reporters attend the OHR meeting until February.
Guidelines that will be followed--if they do attend-- include
no full names, places of employment, or other personal data; no
photographs; and no information will be given concerning OHR
financial data.
If you have other suggestions, please let an officer know.
CHRISTMAS
COMMUNITY
SERVICE
PROJECT
The OHR service project was a great success! Donations of food
and toys totalling nearly $I000 were delivered to needy families.
Turkeys, hams, canned food, and toys made Christmas brighter for many.
Rev. Alice Jones of MCC, the OHR Info Line, the YWCA Displaced
Homemakers Program, and Neighbor for Neighbor helped with need family
referrals. These included many single-parent families from our own
community.
The committee prepared and mailed media information sheets
to newspapers, radio, and television stations, and to gay-related
publications describing the project.
Thanks go to the committee members, to MCC, and to Zippers and
the Bamboo, and to OHR members for their generous contributions.
TWO REMINDERS
INFO LINE: The OHR Information Line receives over 4000 calls
per month. Volunteers are available seven nights a week to staff
the line.
If you are interested in helping, call Jack at~495-1963.
OHR MEMBERSHIP: OHR membership costs only $1 per month and~uns
from July to July. Join now!
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TULSA OKLAHOMAN S FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
P.O. BOX 52729
TULSA, OKLAHOMA 74152
JANUARY 1984
Vol. 4, No. 1
JANUARY
MEETING
1/9
The monthly business meeting and program for OHR will be
held on Monday evening, November 14, at 7:00 p.m. in the First
National Bank Auditorium, lower level, 4th and Main.
This month’s program will be the program originally scheduled
for December and the one described in the December newsletter.
Because of a conflict, another program--an AIDS update by Dr.
Jeff Beal--was substituted.
Dr. Marion Sugurdson, Ph.D. in Psychology, and Dr. Raphella
Sohier, Ph.D. in Health Sciences, will present a program dealing
with Sexual Identity. This promises to be a program you’.ll want
to hear. A question and answer session will follow the presenation.
Also, the January meeting will give you a chance to meet the
new officers. They will be installed and officially begin their
duties.
Don’t forget: OHR meetings are free and open to everyone.
come join us and bring a friend on Monday, January 9, at 7:00 p.m.
STD CLINIC
1/20
And what did you get for Christmas?
The bi-monthly Sexually Transmitted Diseases (STD) clinic will
be held on Friday, January 20, from 9:00 to 11:00 p.m. at the
Tulsa Mining Company, llth and Wheeling.
The clinic is free and the results are strictly confidential.
Don’t give the gift that keeps on giving! Get checked on January 20.
AEROBICS
CLASS
I/i0
An aerobics class is being offered again--and it begins this
month. If you have gobbled up too many calories during this holiday
season, make a resolution in 1984 to enroll in the OHR aerobics class.
Last October, approximately 20 fellows enrolled in t~e OHR
aerobics class and they "worked hard for the moneJro" (Actually it
only costs $20 bucks.) But now it’s your chance to join them as
a new session is about to begin.
The class will meet at Thoreau. Junior High School, 71st and
Memorial, The sessions will last six weeks and be on Tuesday and
Thursday eveninqs from 8:30 to 9:30 startinq on January lOth.
The class is open to both men and women. You can sign up
at the January lOth meeting or call Brian at 744-0174. Hurry as
space is limited’.
WATERCOLOR
CLASS
In 1983, OHR offered a chance for you to develop a new hobby--
watercolor painting. Several people enjoyed the class taught by
OHR member Ken Johnston. Ken, who has written three books on the
subject and teaches the course all over the country, will be offering
the class to anyone who wants to learn.
If you have been intrigued by watercoloring, now is the time
to pursue this interest and acquire a new skill. Ken emphasizes that
no previous watercolor or free-hand drawing experience is required!
Find out more about this beginner’s course at the January lOth
meeting. Space is limited so be there to sign up!
NEWSPAPER
REPORTERS
At the December meeting, some discussion was held dealing
with inviting some World/Tribunewritersto an OHR meeting so that
they may be "sensitized"about gay issues. It comes as no surprise
that stereotypes and negative perspectives continue to be presented
in Tulsa newspapers. The Executive Board has decided not to have
any reporters attend the OHR meeting until February.
Guidelines that will be followed--if they do attend-- include
no full names, places of employment, or other personal data; no
photographs; and no information will be given concerning OHR
financial data. If you have other suggestions, please let an officer know.
CHRISTMAS
COMMUNITY
SERVICE
PROJECT
The OHR service project was a great success! Donations of food
and toys totalling nearly $I000 were delivered to needy families.
Turkeys, hams, canned food, and toys made Christmas brighter for many.
Rev. Alice Jones of MCC, the OHR Info Line, the YWCA Displaced
Homemakers Program, and Neighbor for Neighbor helped with need family
referrals. These included many single-parent families from our own
community. The committee prepared and mailed media information sheets
to newspapers, radio, and television stations, and to gay-related
publications describing the project.
Thanks go to the committee members, to MCC, and to Zippers and
the Bamboo, and to OHR members for their generous contributions.
TWO REMINDERS INFO LINE: The OHR Information Line receives over 4000 calls
per month. Volunteers are available seven nights a week to staff
the line. If you are interested in helping, call Jack at~495-1963.
OHR MEMBERSHIP: OHR membership costs only $1 per month and~uns
from July to July. Join now!
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FEBRUARY 1984
Volume4 Number 2
Goodstein is familiar to most
people through his popular and controversial
hi-weekly ADVOCATE column
called ~Opening Space.~ He is also
the founder and one of the facilitators
of the Experience Weekend (previously
called The Advocate Experience),
a two-day learning and
self-discovery workshop with over
7500 graduates.
His accomplishments as a leader
in the gay movement have reflected
his firm belief in the U S. system
of government. Goodst&in was responsible
for creating the Gay Rights
National Lobby in 1976.
Super-Living: You Can Have the
Life You Want (Prentice Hall) is
Goodstein’s new book which tells how
to create abundance in
;relationships, money, health, and
happiness.
According te OHR president Brian
Mumey, Goodstein will arrive in
Tulsa on February 13, speak to OHR
that evening, and hold a press conference
the next day before returning
to Los Angeles. "This is a meeting
that Tulsa gays shouldn’t miss.
The board hopes to have a very good
turnout for Goodstein. We’re encouraging
everyone to attend and bring
some friends with them," said Mumey.
David Goodstein, publisher of the After he acquired the news- The February meeting will be Mon-
ADVOCATE, will speak at the monthly magazine, he successfully changed day evening, February 13, in the
i
............
i OHR meeting on Monday, February 13. its direction from a Los First National Bank auditorium, 4th
Goodstein is president of Libera- Angeles-based newspaper to a nation- and Main. The business meeting
tion Publications, Inc., which pub- al news and feature magazine. The begins at 7:00 and the program at
lishes the ADVOCATE, the nation’s circulation more than doubled during
8:00 p.m.
leading gay newsmagazine, the process.
OKLAHO/V NS . or
HUN N RIGHT . "
GAY. HELP. LINE
(918) 587-GAYS
Info Line Receives Over
4000 Calls Monthly
"l’m worried about getting AIDS.
Do you have any information on it?"
"What do I do about my lover who may
be an alcoholic?" "I may be transferred
to Tulsa. What’s gay life
llke there?"
These are just a few of the questions
OHR Information Line volunteers
handled during one week in
January.
The Info Line records an average
of 4500 calls monthly, with trained
volunteers handllng over" 250 of
these calls personally. The question
most often asked relates to location
and atmosphere of local bars. However,
many callers ask for details
about OHR, while others need counsellng
or counseling referrals. Of
course, there are the usual number
of harrassment calls.
"I feel good after I’ve answered
a question, listened to someone with
a problem, or made someone feel less
lonely," said one volunteer. If you
want more information about the Info
Line or you would like to consider
joining the thirty other volunteers,
call Jack at 495-1963 or Brian at
744-0174.
Info Line Statistics
Oct./Nov./Dec./1983
Callers 374 Male
151 Female
New Executive Board Sets
1984 Goals
"OHR has made a real difference
in my llfe. I hate to think what
life in Tulsa would be like for gay
people without OHR."
In a way, this statement by one
relatively new Tulsan and OHR member
says it all. OHR makes a real
difference in Tulsa. For many lesblans
and gay men, the OHR newsletter
is their only informational
link to the gay community. For
others, the OHR Helpllne makes the
difference between loneliness/despair
and contact with someone who
car.es,
The 1984 OHR Executive Board has
dedicated itself to making this a
terrific year for OHR, for the entire
Tulsa gay community. Symbolic
of this effort is our first major
speaker of the year, David Goodstein,
publisher Of the ADVOCATE,
the nation’s leadlng gay newsmagazine.
We hope this will see standard
for the programs and projects we
undertake this year.
Look for continuing improvements
in the newsletter, the new outreach
efforts both to the gay and the
straight communities, for increased
membership, for programs both educational
and fun, ranging from our
Women’s Task Force to a terrific
special guest at the Mr. Tulsa contest.
This Executive ~oard will strive
to be creative, enthusiastic, and
energetic, yet realistic,
goal-oriented, and organized. Our
success will depend largely on
you--your ideas, your support, your
participation, your constructive
criticism, and when deserved, your
praise.
Where do we start?
JOIN ...if you are not an OHR
member, send in your check now. If
you are a member, share OHR with a
friend.
THINK ...what you can do to help
OHR reach more people and to improve
the programs. Let us know your
thoughts.
WORK ... in the many events we
have this year. Help with the garage
sale, volunteer for the Helpllne,
start a support group.
CARE ... ~bout yourself and also
about the needs, feelings, frustrations,
and ambitions of others. Help
OHR meet those needs.
You can help OHR make a
difference. It’s going to be a great
year. Be a part of it!
Sincerely,
Brian, J L , Shelley, Norman
Chris, Richard, and Jack
-- Collectibles --
1513 East on tSth Street
Tulsa 74120
P.S. Hou~ --
Friday and Saturday
I I:~ a.m. -- 4:001).-*.
Sunday
583.9020 I.~ I~.~ -- 4:~ p.~
Calls 150 Bar referral info
81 Counseling
69 OHR info
148 Harrassment
Total Calls for 3 months--13,693
THE TULSA CHAPTER OF
OKLAHOMANS
FOR HUMAN RIGHTS
CARRIAGE TRADE
Furniture, Consignments, Antiques
Estate Sales, & Light Hauling
~Jared Bruce
1602 E. 15th St. Bus: 582-3018
Tulsa, Oklahoma
OHR Charters Bus to
Hear Gloria Steinem
Gloria Steinem, one of America’s
most famous spokespersons of the
feminist movement, will be speaking
at Oklahoma State University on Wednesday
evening, March 14.
National Organization for Women will
be sponsoring a bus to the event.
The round trip from Tulsa to Stillwater
will cost $7.00. The ticket to
hear Ms. Steinem will be $5.00
The bus will hold only kO people
so anyone wanting to go should make
reservations as quickly as possible.
Ms. Steinem travels extensively
as a lecturer and often appears on
television interview shows. She
helped found Ms. Magazine and has a
brand new book out called Outrageous
Acts and Everyday Rebelllons (Holt,
Rinehart ~ Winston).
Make your reservation by calling
Brian at 74~-017k or sign up at the
OHR meeting on February 13.
"’Swetheart Ball’"
to Benefit Sooner
Softball League
THE SWEEqHEART BALL, a fundralser
for the Sooner Softball. League, wil!
be held on Saturday evening, February
18, at B:O0 p.m. The benefit
will be at the Tulsa Home Builders’
Association building at ~3rd and
Garnett.
The gala benefit will feature pop-
,Ular dance music, a DJ, plus some
live entertainment during the evening.
A "Sweetheart" will also be
selected at the ball.
Advance tickets are $5.00 single
and $8.00 per couple. However, the
night of the Sweetheart Ball the
tickets will be $7.00 single and
$10.00 per couple at the door. Tickets
may be purchased at Tim’s Playroom,
the. Tulsa Mining Company, and
at the February 13th OHR meeting.
David Millison
7474 East Admiral Place
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74115
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P.O. Box 52729
Tulsa, Oklahoma,7t,152,
3303 So. Peoria
Tulsa, OK 74105
743-7786
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We support O.H.R.& our community
Custom Framing Lay-A-Way
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Tues - Thur til 6
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moulo you liKe go make a 6U[ILI’IUU--
tion to scientific knowledge? Now
you Have your chance.
If you are a gay person and have
a natural.brother qr~ sister who is
also gay or a brother or sister to
whom you have "come out,~I you are/~
needed for part of a serious study
on Gender Identity.
If you are willing to take p~rt
in this research, please call Dr.
Raphella Sohier, University of Oklahoma
College of Nursing, Tulsa
Medical College, 834-3464, ext. 295.
Just tell the secretary you would
like Dr. Sohler to call you.
The study requires,that you talk
about your childhood for 30 minutes
and answer a few questions in response
to two short narratives. Total
time will be about one hour.
Your identity will be known only
to Dr. Sohier, and the results of
the study will be made available to
you if you wish.
Membership in the Tulsa Chapter
of Oklahomans for Human Rights is
only $12.00 per year. The membership
runs from July to July.
A person may join now for only
$5.00 and renew in July for a full
year. Or $17.00 will make you a member
untii July Ig84.
Please do your part to help keep
OHR a viable part of Tulsa. Send in
your check or write for a brochure
today.
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION
ADDRESS
CITY "
STATE .................... ZIP
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’.(": ~) $12.00 r~embership fee
( a contribution of $
TO: Oklahoman~for Ht~man Ri~h’tS
P.O. Box 52729
Tulsa, Oklahoma 74152
Gay Newsmagazine
Available in Tulsa
.A new statewide gay newsmagazine,
the Gayly Oklahoman, is currently
available to Tulsans. Published in
Oklahoma City, the current issue is
3~ pages and contains ’articles on
local and national news, book reviews,
interviews, an events calendar,
and advertising.
The Gayly Oklahoman is free and
may be obtained at Tulsa gay bars,
the MCC, and the next OHR meeting.
Upcoming Events
to Watch For
* The annual OHR FOLLIES. Tentative
plans call for the show to be
held on March 18;
* At the OHR meeting a special announcement
will be made about the
1984 MR. TULSA contest.
* Don’t forget: OHR will hold a
Garage Sale in early spring. Be
thinking about articles you can donate.
"~’.lo!cal:.’~kap~r 6f Oignity/Integrity
is being ~d’rmeTd’%~d~heeds your
support. Dignit~,
For gay Catho~~’~’~T’ and I~f~"gr~ty7" an
~anization for .gay Episcopalians,
haVe’c~apters nationwide.
~ -The; two organizations are being
°~6~bined into).one chapter in Tulsa.
"~Or’t~en~ly the,~roup meets..the se.cgnd
the foGrth Thq.~sdays. However, some
discussion h~s been held regard~.g’
changing one,of the meeting nights
to Sunday.
Anyone i~t@r~.~t&O, in learning
more a’bout DiG ’ }h tegrity or who
’~~d- lik:e
me~ting may call Daphne at 583-7063.
TO RE.PORT:
ANTI-GAY VIOLENCE
TO OBTAIN:
A.I.D.S. REFERRALS
Call toll-fr.ee In N.Y. State
[800] 221-7044 [212] 807-6016
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Oklahomans for Human Rights
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Rainbow Run
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Pride
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Guide to 2015's Pride Celebrations
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1980 Fundraiser at Queen of Hearts, Tulsa/ This was OHR's first turn-about drag show, held at the Queen of Hearts in downtown Tulsa. This was the first major fundraiser for the organization. Mc'd by Jim Smith, starring Tina Turndike.
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Volume 1 Issue 4
A LGBT COMMUNITY VOICE
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"It's A Life, Not A Lifestyle" April 1, 2004
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Volume 1 Issue 4 Page 2 April 1, 2004
Publisher:
Ozarks Pride
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Editor: C.D. Ward (editor@ozarkspride.com)
Member: National Lesbian Gay Journalist Association
Contributing Writers:
T.J. Kelly
Greg Steele
Columnist:
Steve T. Urie
Correspondents:
Ryan T. Raymond
Contents:
Steve T. Urie - page 2
Editor's Page -page 3
Know Your Rights- Page 4
Gay Travelers- Page 7
Gay Military Discharges Plummet- page9
Ozarks Pride Out Cruzin- page 10
Destination New Orleans- page 13
Classifieds-page 18
Community Directory- page 19
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DON'T LET
THE LIGHT
GO OUT ...
DON'T LET THE
LIGHT GO OUT!
I was reminded recently that many
people throughout history have had to
fight for their freedoms and we MUST
TAKE A STAND just as they did. Taking
a stand to protect our rights as people that
God has blessed. I would like to think that
our Creator has not put us on the back
burner but has indeed saved the best for
last. A group of people that within it's
very core is made up of all the tribes on
earth. A group of people that is made up
from every minority group around the
world but living right next door to you!
Yes fromBiblical times to today,
humankind has been the cause of putting
people down, taking advantage of those
they felt didn't fit in and allowing
themselves to allude that it is God's will.
They have taken up the God battle flag to
take slaves, to put down women, to put
down people of color and now to put
down our community.
Peter, Paul and Mary sing a song
about a Jewish group that suffered greatly
for their freedoms but set God's light into
action for all people. In that song they ask
that we not let the "light go out" and this
song was part ofthemusic during the
Civil Rights Movement during the 60's. I
believe that we must take up that banner
today, that our response to the world
should be that we are not, will not let the
light go out until all people everywhere
are allowed to exercise their rights.
Cominued Steve T. Urie page-16
Ozarks Pride
"Gay By God"
The following is a true story that
depicts the struggle so many of us have,
or have had with the subject of being
openly Gay and our spiritual beliefs.
Many believe God made us Gay
purposely, as he made every living
creature. As my pastor said, " Who in
this community would ever choose to be
Gay? Who would ever choose the
prejudice, the discrimination and abuse
we've all experienced?"
C. D. Ward
Editor
"Just As I Am"
By Gabe Norman
These words may be familiar to many
of you. But if you are like me and were
raised in a traditional fundamentalist
small town church, they can have a ring
ofHypocreaceae. Every Sunday at the
end of the service my Grandmother's
pastor would ask anyone who wanted to
have a closer walk with God to come
forward while the choir sang " Just As I
Am". One Sunday morning when I was
about thirteen, I decided to accept the
pastor's invitation and started my walk
up to the alter to begin my closer walk
with God. I was nervous, scared, and
very emotional. I knelt down and asked
God to come into my heart and life, and
to take me just as I was, and I did feel a
peace and joy come over me at the time,
however my joy was short lived because
my Grandmother's pastor who I thought
was my pastor too, would soon inform
me that ifl wanted to be a Christian I
would have to do some changing. So
what happened too "Just As I Am".
Continued editors page -5
"Sense of Family"
I was shocked and saddened
today when I read the article on gay
marriage ("Proposal on gay marriage
advances," Globe, Jan. 28). Rep.
Kevin Wilson, who is a Republican
from the city I live in, who worked
with my father before he was
elected, said, "Families are breaking
down."
My interpretation of this is not a
good one. Gays and lesbians are not
the reason families are breaking
down. We have a strong sense of
family, love and commitment. I
wonder if any of these
representatives have any gay people
in their families, or know of any gay
people. They seem to be afraid of
what they don't know and
understand. Once we let fear run our
lives and our country, we are no
better than those who lived in Iraq
under Saddam Hussein.
It seems like everything that goes
wrong in the world, there has to be
something or someone to blame. It
seems to me that Mr. Wilson would
like to blame us for the breaking
down of family values. Family is just a
word, but the feeling the word means is
what is important. Love is just a word,
but the connection it makes is powerful.
Marriage is just a union between two
people; it is just a word. The connection
that those two people have with the
words "marriage," "love," and "family" is
what really matters.
Austin Letts
Neosho, MO
Volume 1 Issue 4 Page4 April 1, 2004
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Community unity, and you are a part of
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IF YOU ARE STOPPED BY
THE POLICE OR ARRESTED
From ACLU Ozarks Chapter:
Continue from OP March issue:
Do not resist arrest or try to run away.
Keep your hands where the police can
see them. Never touch a police officer.
Stay calm and speak politely.
Ask for a lawyer immediately. Do not
talk to the police without your lawyer.
Never lie to the police. Exercise your right
to remain silent Do not make any
statements or answer any questions
except to give your name and address
and to ask why you have been arrested.
Also, do not sign anything and do not
agree to talk to the police.
You have the right to contact a lawyer,
or to contact someone in your family who
can ask for a lawyer for you. Tell the
police that you do not wish to speak to
anyone until you have a lawyer.
In Missouri, the police cannot hold a
person for more than 20 hours without a
judge setting bail. A judge will set bail at
your first court appearance. The judge will
also appoint an attorney to represent you
if you cannot afford to hire an attorney.
The police may keep you in a jail cell. Do
not talk with anyone about your case. This
includes people who are in the cell with
you. Talk about your·case only with your
lawyer.
If the police knock and ask to enter
your home, you don't have to admit them
unless they have a warrant signed by a
judge. However, in some emergency
situations (like when a person is
screaming for help inside, or when the
police are chasing someone) officers are
allowed to enter and search your home
without a warrant. If you are arrested, the
police can search you and the area close
by. If you are in a building, "close by"
usually means just the room you are in.
More on ACLU Ozarks Chapter website:
www.acluozarks.org
Ozarks Pride Page 5 April 1, 2004
Editors page ji-om page-3
Well, I gave it a try I poured myself into
church, going at least four times a week,
praying, reading my bible and trying my
best not to fantasize about my next door
neighbor Eddie or Michel J. Fox on TV, but
try as I might I gave into temptation more
often than not. Each time I fell into
temptation I felt guilt and would pray for
God to take away the evil desires that I had.
At about seventeen I decided to confide in
my pastor's wife about my feeling's for
other boy's. The next Sunday I was in for a
shock the pastors sermon was on Sodom
and Gomorrah and at the end of the service
their was no singing of "Just As I Am".
This time it was the pastor asking anyone
who might be struggling with homosexual
tendencies to come forward, I was so hurt . I
knew that this sermon had been preached
for me. I left church that day and never went
back. When my Grandmother asked what
had happened I told her I didn't want to talk
about It. I was so hurt and confused, and I
felt like God had abandoned me because I
couldn't change. So church was out and
sinning was in.
I started partying. My parents were both
alcoholics so they didn't care. As long as I made
it to school every day and kept my grades up, I
was given full reign of my own life. I started
drinking, smoking pot and running with my wild
cousin's. I had gone from a Jesus freak to just
plain freak. I left Christianity and all it's false
promises behind. Over the years I tried many
different spiritual paths from Buddhist, Hindu,
and even Wica, which by the way is a real
positive spiritual path. I eventually ended up at
Unity which is a church but not a hell fire and
damnation church. They teach that Jesus is a role
model for all of us and that we should try to be
more like him and love one another. They also
teach that God loves all his created people and
that he loves them just the way they are and so
should we.
After many years at Unity, with three years on
the board of director's, serving as church treasure
and leading the song service, the head of
prejudice raised it's ugly head in the bastion of
what I thought was the most tolerant of all
Christian
churches, yes Unity. The board received a letter
of concern at one of our monthly meeting's. Not
knowing what it was about, I opened and read it
to the other's. It was a letter of concern about the
growing number of homosexual's in our church. I
was once again shocked and hurt and found it
hard to continue participating in the services.
Although I have put this one negative experience
behind me and I do believe in the positive
teaching's of Unity principles, but also feel that
not all of there member's practice what they
preach ..
So where to now? About si..'l: years ago a group
started meeting on Sunday night's at the Unity
building. It was a Christian group that mainly
ministered to the gay and lesbian community.
While still at Unity I visited their services and it
was always nice. I did feel a little uncomfortable,
because even though I had found a place where I
could worship my creator and take time to give
thanks for all the good in my life, I felt there were
area's I would have to change in order to become
a active member of this group. For you see over
the years since I left my grandmother's church I
have come to believe that God does love me just
as I am. It doesn't matter if I'm Gay, Straight or
any other way. If I want to go out to the bar and
have drink's and da,,ce then that shouldn't be a
problem either, and you know what, it isn't!
My grandmother's church may have called
some areas of my life heathenish, and
grandmother felt going to a bar on Saturday night
and then going to church on Sunday was just plain
wrong . Well I'm not living in my grandmother's
narrow world anymore. It took me several years
to let go of all my excess baggage and I wouldn't
allow myself to participate in any Sunday night
church services, I do try and live my life by the
Golden Rule. I enjoy going to the bar and having
fun with my friend's and I also enjoy going to
church on Sunday. I have finally found a place
where I rnn do this , although I do have my fault's.
I have been assured by Pastor Steve Urie that I am
welcome at any time and that he understands what
a large role in the community the bar play's for
many of us and that if I want to go have drink's
and fun with my friend's on Saturday night I
would still be welcome to particip:i.te in the
Sunday service. As God accepted people, Spirit of
Christ MCC welcomed ME JUST AS I AM.
Miss Universe Transsexual
Entry Update.
As reported in OP March issue Chen
Lili received the OK to enter the Miss
Universe Pageant to be held in Ecuador
June 1, 2004. First she must win the
contest in her southeast Chinese Province
ofSichuan.
Miss Universe pageant official now
have reversed their decision and refused
Transsexual Chen Lili's entry. Although
Miss Lili's was allowed by the Chinese
Government to change gender registration,
Chen Lili will not be allowed to compete
for the Miss Universe crown.
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Ozarks Pride 7
OUT ON VACATION
"Traveling in the gay friendly world"
By Donald Pile and Ray Williams
gaytravelers@aol.com
2004
"A REAL HOLLYWOOD ADVENTURE"
Of course we ALL love the movies and the older they are the
more we seem to like them. On our trips to California we get to
bask in the glory of old time Hollywood when we stayed at the
SECRET GARDEN Bed and Breakfast
(www.secretgardenbnb.com) nestled at the base of the famous
Hollywood Hills just steps off Laurel Canyon up from Sunset
Boulevard. Raymond Bilbool, the owner was the maitre d' at the famous Chassen's
Restaurant for many years before it closed. The Secret Garden is an absolutely wonderful
Bed and Breakfast located in a 1923 opulent Spanish-Moorish style, pink mansionette.
What more could you ask for? Push the code numbers and the iron gates open for you to
drive your auto onto the grounds.
As you climb the steps to the front door you are first taken aback by the huge front foyer
of the house. The common rooms comprise of a lovely restful music/reading room complete
with a Grand piano with a magnificent Sevres urn sitting on it. There is a stately and
charming living room , bright and airy dining room and a sunny intimate breakfast room.
Lined down the hallway is black and white autographed photos of the stars of yesteryear.
The back yard/patio is filled with tropical plants and cacti and a perfect place for some
solitude or to read a book. The backyard also has a huge aviary filled with beautiful birds.
When all the rest of the world is in a mad frenzy, here you are in this "secret garden" and it is
FABULOUS! The Secret Garden has 5 individual guest rooms, each with their own private
bath and there is a bungalow guest house in the back yard complete with an old fashioned
sleigh bed, slated tile floors and a Jacuzzi inside. A full sit-down gourmet breakfast is
served each morning. A leisurely walk around the neighborhood gives you a sense that you
really are living in the golden age of Hollywood with the many splendid houses with their
private gardens.
And then there is the owner, RAYMOND! who is one of the most FABULOUS people
that we have ever met! Raymond being at Chassen 's Restaurant for so many years is full of
''Hollywood stories" and is really a perfect host. He is fun, funny, witty, interesting and
really knows how to make his guests feel right at home. His four footed companions,
Veronica, Lucy and Ethel "purrs" around the house checking on the guests. His guests
return year after year after year.
On our first visit, there was a very eclectic group of guests including some from
Manchester, England, Ohio, Florida and New York City. Raymond, the owner Jet us have
our dear friend, the Countess Alexis for wine and cheese one evening while we were there
and then insisted that we have her back Sunday morning for breakfast with the other guests.
And what a grand breakfast it was, complete with jumbo Beluga Caviar! The Countess
Alexis "held court'' at the breakfast table in only the way that a true lady can. She was
naturally dressed proper for the occasion in a huge hat and large rimmed sun glasses and
wearing lots of jewelry. All the guests, both straight and gay loved her. We first met the
Countess two years ago when we were in Hollywood and enjoyed her company immediately.
She owns an antique shop at 8246 Santa Monica Boulevard called THE SCARLET
EMPRESS, named after the 1934 Marlene Dietrich movie. TV and movie stars are among
her many clients. We purchased a fabulous set of 8 Cut glass stems, signed Hawkes at her
shop . ....
Continued page- /4 gay travelers
Volume 1 Issue 4 Page 8 April l, 2004
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"Disappointed
Expectations"
The advertisement of
Paul Jo David's New
CD release in the
March issue of OP
stated the CD could
be purchased at Great
flm.Ja,~ f/Ja,titf Expectations on 15th
Street, Joplin, MO.
Due to personal reasons, Mr. Mike Curry, owner
decided not to carry the release. According to
Paula-Jo, Mr. Curry objected to the record label
"Pride Christian Music". Pride Christian Music is
a Homosexual based record label.
The CD "Jesus My Faith Addiction Through It
All" can be purchased by calling (417) 781-4912
or email paulajo.evans@sbcglobar.net. On-line at
www.woodstocked.com and will be available
soon from MCC Joplin at www.mccjoplin.com.
CIVIL RIGHTS LEADER
JOHN LEWIS
WASHlNGTON - Rep. John Lewis, D-Ga.,
delivered "powerful" testimony today against
a discriminatory change to the Constitution,
according to the Human Rights Campaign. In
testifying before the full Senate Judiciary
Committee, Rep. Le"'is joined Rep. Barney
Frank, D-Mass., constitutional scholar Cass
R. Sunsteu1 and Phyllis Bossin, chair of the
Family Law Section of the American Bar
,,\ssociation in opposition to changing the
Constitution to be a tool for discrimination.
"I am opposed to any amendment that
seeks to write discrimination into the
Constitution," Lewis testified. "I believe
amending the Constitution 011 this issue is an
irrational and radical step that seeks to
undermine the civil rights of our citizens."
"No matter how it's worded, it's wrong to
change the Constitution to discriminate
against millions of Americans," said HRC
President Cheryl Jacques.
Joh11 Le1tis co11ti11Md page-15
As War Continues, Gay
Discharges Plummet To
Lowest Level Since 1995
Gaywire Release March 24, 2004
New Report Details Experiences of
Gay Soldiers in Middle East &
Analyzes Decade-Long Movement to
Repeal "Don't Ask, Don't Tell"
Washington, DC -As the United States
military continues to wage war in Iraq and
Afghanistan, discharges of lesbian and
gay military personnel plummeted 17% in
FY2003, according to a new report from
Servicemembers Legal Defense Network
(SLDN). Conduct Unbecoming, an annual
review of the military's "Don't Ask, Don't
Tell" law, finds that gay-related discharges
fell to 787 last year, down from 906 in
2002. The 2003 figures mark a 39%
decrease in discharges since 2001, the
year before current conflicts in the
Middle East began. The number also
represents the fewest gay discharges
since 1995.
"Gay discharge numbers have
dropped every time America has
entered a war," the report says, "from
Korea to Vietnam to the Persian Gulf to
present conflicts." It goes on to note
that "more of our allies have dropped
their bans, and our American troops are
fighting alongside openly lesbian, gay
and bisexual allied personnel in the war
on terrorism."
In the end, however, the report finds
that "there is ... no fair way to .
implement 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' or any
policy of discrimination. The truth is
evident and overwhelming: there is no
evidence to support the gay ban.•
"Repealing this law is in the best
interest of our military, our service
members and all Americans•, said SNDL
Exec. Osburn.
Volume l Issue 4 Page 12 April l, 2004 Ozarks Pride Page 13 April l, 2004
Destination New Orleans
" Gay Mecca , Big Easy"
By OP contributing writer T. J. Kelly
Conclusion frotJJ March OP:
To pick up where I left off in last
month's issue, I will begin telling you
about the Garden District in New
Orleans proper. Running from Magazine
Street to St. Charles Avenue and Jackson
Avenue to Louisiana Avenue, the Garden
District is brimming of new and old
world shopping, dining and architecture.
It began as a large plantation owned by
the Livaudais family, which was flooded
in the early 1800's by a break in the
Mississippi river levy. The flood laid
several feet of alluvial silt from the river
across the entire plantation enriching the
soil causing lush foliage and flora to
grow. In the mid 1820's the plantation
was sold to New Orleans entrepreneurs
and divided into modest land lots. Most
homes in the district date from the
1840's to the 1870's. It became a haven
for new world, pre-Civil War aristocracy.
Most homes are of the Greek revival or
Italianate styles of architecture incorporating
Corinthian style columns and rod
iron balconies, with beautiful flower
gardens and foliage surrounding the
property. The entire area flourished as a
well-to-do neighborhood until early
1900. Through restoration most of the
Garden District looks as it did in 1900.
Many celebrities, including author Anne
Rice and musician Trent Reznor, own
homes in the Garden District neighboring
everyday people who purchase the
homes as restoration projects. Walking
tours of the garden district are abundant,
but picking up a free guide to the streets
and homes at and tourist kiosk and
touring yourself is less restrictive and
puts you on your own schedule. Magazine
Street is also full of shopping, cafes,
restaurants, galleries and bars.
Continued next column:
At 6 miles long and consisting of
(literally) l 00's of establishments, there is a
little something for everyone. For great
New Orleans-style seafood and a cozy
atmosphere Casamentos is a great place to
eat or for a Mediterranean meal (including
Italian wood fire pizza) Mystic Cafe is a
great stop for food or a coffee and dessert.
If you are looking for a bar, and are a beer
drinker, The Bulldog (reminiscent of the
great Bulldog cafe in Amsterdam) is a great
stop. Boasting 200 beers on tap and 250 in
a bottle, the Bulldog is probably New
Orleans premiere Beer Pub. If you need to
do some everyday shopping, you can hit an
A&P for groceries, get your dry cleaning
done, pickup some personalized stationary
and grab a latte all in the same couple of
blocks.
Another interesting facet of New
Orleans is the close proximity of intact
plantations. Tours for these magnificent
homes can be relatively inexpensive and
very convenient. You can choose to be
picked up in the city or drive yourself. An
abundance of information can be found in
the larger hotel lobbies and at tourist kiosks
across the city. Times and dates of tours
can vary greatly from plantation to
plantation, but can be very accommodating
to a busy schedule.
The Gay scene in New Orleans is
nothing to be missed either. New Orleans is
probably best known to the gay community for
its "Southern Decadence" celebration, described
by Rust LaRoux as "Gay Mardi Gras with a
little Rio Latin flare". Southern Decadence is a
week long party with the climax event, the
Southern Decadence Parade, the Sunday before
Labor Day. The most gay fun to be had is
probably in an area known as the "Fruit Loop"
from the 700-800 block of Bourbon Street to St
Anne Street. Here you can find many clubs,
bars, cafes, grocers, delis. pride stores and
much more all catering to the GLBT
community.
Continued page 15
Volume 1 Issue 4 Page 14 April 1, 2004
Gay Travelers-from page 7
The Countess Alexis has a most colorful
history in several foreign countries including
South America, France and Germany and has
certainly made a name for herself in the United
States. HE was one of the original stars of La
Cage in Paris. She lives in the penthouse suite
in one of the stately apartments just off Sunset
Boulevard where a former movie star lived
many years ago. It is just a delight to listen to
her relate the old days of Hollywood when
things were marvelous and grand. One
NEVER knows who one will meet as guests
come from all over the world to stay at the
Secret Garden.
On our next visit there Raymond had yet
another dinner party for us and invited the
Countess. A GRAND time was had by all with
LOTS of"bitchiness" all evening around the
dining room table. It was FABULOUS! You
simply HAD to be there to take in all the
"bitchiness"!
On our last visit there, the Princess Sophia and
her gentleman friend, Nathan from Germany
were guests and they both were just
FABULOUS! Again, Raymond the owner had
a lovely sit down dinner party for us in his
tropical garden. The guests were a very
eclectic group of Hollywood "fun" people.
One of our favorites was Marcia, or was it
Madge?. Anyway, she was delightful. We can't
wait to see her again. Also in attendance was
one of the most charming young ladies that we
have EVER met.... Kelly, who was a real treat!
The Countess Alexis also had a special party
for us at her antique shop one evening. The
elite of Hollywood turned out for that party. It
is FABULOUS! We always enjoy visiting
West Hollywood.
Of course while in Hollywood, you do
need to visit some of the sights and sounds
including the famous cemeteries of the stars,
the Hollywood Sign up in the hills, Paramount
Picture Studios, Hollywood Walk of Fame,
Hollywood Wax Museum, Hollywood History
Museum. Mann's Chinese Theatre, Hollywood
Entertai~rnent Museum. Also be sure to take a
tour of the Hollywood Bowl and take a walk
down Sunset Boulevard. You may just see
Norma Desmond lurking around some comer.
Nex; column .
Another major museum to visit is the
MUSEUM OF TOLERANCE at 9786 W. Pico
Blvd. This is a must sec visit for any gay
traveler to the Los Angeles area. It is located
next door to the Simon Wiesenthal Center.
Behind the museum is the Memorial Plaza
which is dedicated to the many victims of
prejudice over the years. There is a special
walkway remembering gays and lesbians.
If you are really into old movies as we are,
then plan a trip to West Hollywood and see for
yourself this glorious and grand mecca of
yesteryear. West Hollywood is SO gay. Their
zip code is 90069! We have returned to the
Secret Garden many times. The owner,
Raymond is so wonderfully fabulous. Too bad
more people cannot be as generous and caring
as he. He is truly a REAL GEM!
For more information on the SECRET
GARDEN go to: www.secretgardenBnB.com
or email them at sgbnb@aol.com or email
Donald and Ray at: gaytravelers@aol.com or
visit their web page at:
www.hometown.aol.com/gaytravelers
Joe Brennan a~d Rodney Burgamy
4301 NW 63rd, Suite JOO-Oklahoma City, OK 73116
405-840-2106--www.c21-goldcast1e.com
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New Orleans continued from page 13:
A local hang out is the Quartermaster
grocer and Nelly Deli just 2 blocks from
the beg-inning of the "Fruit Loop" 011
Bourbon Street. On Bourbon Street at
the comer of the 800 block is the
Bourbon Street Bar and Parade Disco
for a bar atmosphere or clubbing
through the doors to the disco side of
the establishment. A fair warning ... most
of the gay establishments enforce a strict
dress code (depending on the place) and
many have a 2-drink minimum. With
this in mind you know that the vagrants
and drink-beggars are not welcome and
can make for a more pleasing time. If
you are looking for a little off-Bourbon
Street fun, North Rampart and Elysian
fields are the best places to bar hop and
have a wide variety of clubs. With such
wide variety of things to see and do in
the New Orleans Gay Scene, I would
recommend the following website for
more detailed infonnation;
www. a '11 worleans >uide.corn. This
website includes everything from airfare
and hotel accommodations to bar
information and phone numbers.
As with any major city, traveling can
be a great learning experience and tons
of fun, but can also be dangerous.
People in touristy cities prey on tourists
and can usually spot one a mile away. If
you decide to travel to New Orleans try
to keep your wits about you, never carry
a lot of cash, keep emergency credit
card and bank card phone numbers in
your hotel room, keep an emergency
stash of travelers cheques and spare ID,
always travel with a companion and
"play" safe. But most of all have fun.
April 1, 2004
John Lewis from page-8
"\Vith years of experience fighting for the
values ~f equality, Congressman Lewis is
an extraordinarily powerful voice against
writing discrimination into the
Constitution."
Lewis went on to say that "restricting
rights of certain individuals would set a
dangerous and historical precedent."
Frank also spoke eloquently about how
the amendment would limit the ability of
a state and its citizens from making their
own marriage policy.
There is broad opposition to this effort,
including Republicans Bob Barr and Alan
Simpson, the NAACP, the Mexican
American Legal Defense and Educational
Fund, the National Women's Law Center
and the American Bar Association.
"We thank Senators [Dianne] Feinstein,
[Richard] Durbin, [Edward M.] Kennedy
and [Russ] Feingold -who also spoke at
today's hearing for their unwavering
opposition to changing the Constitution on
this issue," added Jacques.
The Human Rights Campaign is the
largest national lesbian, gay, bisexual and
transgcnder political organization with
members throughout the country. It
effectively lobbies Congress, provides
campaign support and educates the public to
ensure that LGBT Americans can be open,
honest and safe at home, at work and in the
community.
Quotable Quotes
"I have only this advice to offer those of
you who oppose gay marriage:
Don't marry a homosexual! If your
a man and don't want to marry another
man, then for crying out loud, stick to
your guns. That would be a terrible idea.
You would be miserable. Same for
women. Marry someone of the opposite
sex if that's your preference''.
Beth Quinn
Times Hearld-Record NY
Volume 1 Issue 4 Page 16 April 1, 2004
Steve Urie from page-2 .
A recent editorial in the Joplin Globe h1t
the nail on the head. A Webb City citizen
told the world who she was, who her
partner was, how long they had been in a
committed relationship and the example
she sets in the community at large. She
did not out anyone, she did not accuse
anyone, and she did not attack anyone.
She simply said here we are. We are the
people who take care of you, who clean
for you, who provide services for you,
·who work, live and play right next door to
you and we have rights also. . What an
excellent article.
I want to encourage all of you to
accept and follow this example. We can
stand up for ourselves by letting them
know who we are. We don't have to
attack back just because someone with less
intellect or under some misguided
teaching attacks us. That puts us in a no
win situation. By setting the positive
example it is a win, win situation. But you
and I have to be willing to do it. It's just
like voting ... it is just the right thing to do.
To be at peace with yourself and set a
positive example. We talk about the
straight community and they talk about us.
We need to talk to the straight community.
When I acknowledged that I was the
pastor of a church serving the GLBT
community, I put myself up for ridicule and
possible harm. What happened instead was an
open awareness with my family, friends and
co-workers that I am still just one of them.
Even my physician said he was proud of me. I
have been teased a lot at work but it has been a
good tease and it has increased the awareness
of what happens to us when we do just stand
up to be counted. Do it! It is the right thing to
do! Truth is difficult to fight as long as you use
it Don't let the light go out. .. we didn't in the
60's and we can't in the new millennium.
Have a great month ...
Steve
Trial Begins in ACLU
Lawsuit Challenging
Arkansas Policy
Preventing Gay People
from Foster Parenting
March 23, 2004
LITTLE ROCK Trial opens today in the
American Civil Liberties Union's challenge
to an Arkansas policy that prevents gay
people and anyone living in a household
with a gay adult from being foster parents in
the state. The trial will be held in the Circuit
Court of Pulaski County.
"By enacting a policy that bars gay
people from being foster parents, the Child
Welfare Agency Review Board has
sacrificed the interests of foster children in
order to make a misguided political
statement against gay people," said Rita
Sklar, Executive Director of the ACLU of
Arkansas. "This trial will expose that
hypocrisy for exactly what it is."
"Policy affecting the lives of Arkansas'
foster children should be based on what's
best for the children, not baseless myths,"
said Leslie Cooper, a staff attorney with the
ACLU's Lesbian and Gay Rights Project.
"This ban flies in the face of years of sound
research on the children of gay parents and
the positions of every national child welfare
organization."
The trial is expected to last two days.
Cooper and James Esseks of the ACLU's
LGBT Rights Project, Grif Stockley of the
ACLU of Arkansas, and cooperating
attorneys David Ivers and Emily Sneddon
represent the plaintiffs.
For the entire story and updates, go to:
www.aclu.org
Volumn 1 Issue 4
Pozitive
Force
Page 17
Springfield, MO
There's a new group
in town - Pozitive
Force and they
want to make a dent
in the number of gay and bisexual men
getting infected with HIV in this area.The
group started aboutyearat the suggestion
of some clientsAIDS Project of the Ozarks
(APO).They wanted to know what they
could do to help with prevention.
Prevention efforts include putting up
HIVposters at gay bars in Springfield and
Joplin to create awareness for bar
patrons& condom distribution at those
same bars.Pozitive Force also sets up
information tables at community events.
Public speakingliving with HIVis presented
at area schools, meetings and churches.
Pozitive Forceonly encourages but also
helpsto get tested at.In Joplin free,
confidential HIVis available not only at
theHealth Department but
alsoappointment at the Spirit of Christ
M.C.C. church.
Pozitive Force is leading the nation in
prevention outreach by tapping into
cyberspace.Internet interventions through
various chat rooms used by men who
have sex with men has been a successful
venue.Pozitive Force's success is being
closely monitored by other groups
aroundcountry who are modeling there
prevention efforts after those of Positive
Force.
Positive Force is comprised of
personswith the HIV virus, health care
professionals and concerned individuals
from all walks of life who want to make a
difference.A Joplin chapter is forming.In
Joplin contact Gary at (417)623-4687. If
you'd lik~ to be a part of this group, in
Springfield call Jim House at APO
(417)881-1900 or Caryn Burk at the
Springfield/Greene County Health Dept.
(417)864-2044 for information on the next
meeting.
April 1, 2004
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CHRIST
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2902 E. 20th St., PO Box 4711
Joplin, Mo 64803
In conjunction with AIDS Project of the
Ozarks, MCC Joplin offers free HIV testing
the last Sunday of each month between 5PM
and 6PM. For vour convenience you can also
call 206-6179 for an appointment. We use the
Ora-sure method which does not require the
use of needles and we offer complete
confidentialitv. You may also request
Booklets on ;\IDS for People of Faith
through the PO Box listed above.
Spirit of Christ MCC Joplin
"Serving A Healthier Community"
Quotable, Quotes
"Ifwe are to prevent the meaning of
marriage from being changed forever,
our nation must enact a constitutional
amendment to protect marriage in
America. Decisive and democratic
action is needed, because attempts to
redefme marriage in a single state or
city could have serious consequences
throughout the country. The
Constitution says that full faith and
credit shall be given in each state to the
public acts and records and judicial
proceedings o every other state. Those
who want to change the meaning of
marriage will claim that this provision
requires all states and cities to
recognize same-sex marriages
performed anywhere in America."
President George W. Bush, Feb. 24.
Volumn 1 Issue 4
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Services: Sunday's 11am
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Advertising In Gay Media
By Greg Steele
Gay's and Lesbian's tend to buy from those
who advertise in the gay media. Major
companies from around the world are
jumping on the advertising bandwagon of
GLBT directed print and internet. All of a
sudden our buying power has been
discovered and here are a few reasons why.
How large is the U.S. gay market?
Kinsey says about 18. 7 5 million
Simmons says about 21 million
NORC says about 15 million.
These three sources averaged out equal 18. 25
million.
Greenfield Online's research of the gay
market reports that: 78 percent of gay
online users prefer to buy from companies
that advertise to the gay market. 71 percent
of gay online users have made credit card
purchases online 43 percent of gay online
users identify Gay.com as their favorite
website. Average household income for
gays & lesbians $57,000.
Simmons' research reports: 71 percent
male/29 percent female 77 percent "believe
in indulging in themselves. 59 percent buy
themselves whatever they want. 65 percent
identify themselves as having to have the
"latest". The US Gay community has a
buying power of over 800 billion.
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Studio 716--Fayecteville, AR--(479)571-1300
Ree's:----:Joplin, MO---(417)627-9035
Edge-----Springfield, MO--(417)831-4700
Martha's Vinerard--Springficld, MO--(417)831-6144
Oz------Springfield, MO-(417)83\.9001
Ronisuz Place--Springfield, MO-.(417)864-0036
Bamboo Lounge--Tulsa, OK--(918)836-8700
The End lJP----Tulsa, OK--(918)282-6503
Heads & Tails--Tulsa, OK--(918)6607878
Club Majcstic---Tulsa, OK--(918)584•9494
Renegades;---- Tulsa, OK--(918)585,3405
Play-Mor•Club--Tulsa, OK--(918)838•9792
Silver Star Saloon--Tulsa, OK--(918)838-4234
TNT's-----Tulsa, OK--(918)660-0856
Tool Box----Tulsa, OK--(918)584-1308
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Faces Guesthouse B&B Joplin, i\1O(417)621-9915
Fairfield Inn by Marriott-Joplin, MO(417)624-7800
-Restaurants-
-Organizations-
MCC Spirit of Christ-2902 E 20th, Joplin, MO-7PM
UCCFF--204 N. Jackson Ave, Joplin, MO-10:30AM
River of Life Church-Timmons Chapel PSU-Pittsburg,
KS
MCC United Tulsa• 1623 N. i\faplewood-918-838-1715
MCC Living Spring•Eureka Springs, AR-870-253-9337
Rainbow Christian Church-Springfield, MO-417-866-6206
-Aids Project of the Ozarks-
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1901 E. Bennett, suite D, Springfield, MO 417-881-1900
-Business Services-
Penny Smart, Hair Salon-Joplin, MO--(417)623-3500
Mas5agc By Rachael-Joplin, MO---(417)438-3664
Charles Burt Realtors-Vicki Bronson-(417)434-0077
Mystic Creatiom--Pittsburg, KA-- (620)231•6790
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A Community Voice Magazine
Volume-1 Issue-2 "It's A Life, Not A Lifestyle" February 2004
Volume I Issue 2
Publisher:
Ozarks Pride
2401 E. 32nd St., Suite 10-243
Joplin, 11issouri 64804-3128
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Editor: C.D. Ward (editor@ozarkspride.com)
Member: National Lesbian Gay Journalist Association
Managing Editor: T.J. Kelly
Advertising Director: Chaz Storm
Staff Reporters:
Marion Wilson
Greg Steele
Correspondents:
Ryan T. Raymond
Contents:
Editorial-page 2
Guest Editorial-- page 2
Letters to Editor- page 3
Kansas CivU Union-page 7
Gay Travelers-10
Community Directory- page 15
Chef Greg - page 15
Advertising Rates:
Email: advertising@ozarkspride.com
Card Size Ad- $10.00 per issue (3 Mooth Minimum)
Inside Half Page - $35.00
Inside Full Page - $55.00 per issue
Inside Third Page - $20.00
Deadline for all ads, articles and payment is
the 20th of each month at 4pm for the next
months issne.
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Page 2 February 2004
Gay /Lesbian Discrimination
Measure Approved !
Jefferson City, MO
Ozarks Pride Editorial:
An anti-gay marriage proposal has passed a
house committee. The Children and Families
Committee has approved a measure that will
go to the full Missouri House for consideration.
The proposal defines marriage as a
"union between a man and a woman" and if
passed by both entities of the State Legislature
and signed by the Governor, will be on
the November ballot for a vote of the people.
Continued page - 8
Guest Editorial:
By Steve T. Urie:
Holy State of Matrimony .. .
Holy Union ... Holy Smoke ... !
Wow! another month has passed and I am
reading through stacks of articles, legal advisories,
computer downloads and watching the
Democratic hopefuls playing at being politically
correct in dealing with one of the hottest
potatoes in generations. Just what is that
hot potato ... allowing same sex marriage!
The Boston Globe carried an article, "AT
A CROSSROADS ON GAY UNIONS", the
Washington Post, "SAME-SEX UNIONS
MOVE CENTER STAGE, Key Black Leaders
such as Carol Moseley Braun, recent Democratic
Presidential candidate, The Hon.
Willie Brown, Mayor of San Francisco,
Whoopi Goldberg, Actor/Producer, Coretta
Scott King, Civil Rights Activi5,tat1d to many
to name here are supporting our dream. A
dream of equal rights and the end to the last
bastion of civil discrimination-'- the right to
have our committed relationship recognized,
legalized and the granting ofoenefits currently
given to only heterosexual marriages.
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Angry Citizen Speaks Out!
"The Presid.ents American Values"
Bear Editor:
The Bush administration wants to have
a debate about values in America. Well,
let's give him one.
In George Bush's America, 35 million
people live in poverty while the wealthiest
Americans got a 1.5 trillion dollar tax cut.
Let me repeat that: 1.5 trillion dollars.
What kind of values does that represent,
Mr. Bush? Corporate profits are up 46%,
but 12 million children don't have any
health care. Are those the values Bush
wantsto defend? His policies value wealth
over work, special interests over our interests
and the rights of the privileged few
over the rights of the rest ofus. These are
not American values.
In George Bush's America, our patriotism
is questioned when we disagree with
his war in Iraq. I question the patriotism of
a leader who sends his troops to fight and
die based on unproven assertions, sketchy
intelligence reports and an imminent
threat that never materialized.
February 2004
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No weapons of mass destruction have
been found and I do not believe Iraq is
responsible for 9-11.
I question the patriotism of a leader
who gives billions of dollars of no-bid
contracts in Iraq to politically connected
corporations, while drastically
cutting Veteran's benefits here at home.
I question the patriotism of a leader
who promises us security from terrorists,
yet police and fire fighters are still
desperately under funded. Of the millions
of containers entering our nations
ports every day, only 3% are screened
for dangerous materials.
I question the patriotism of a leader
who turns his back 011 the rest of the
world to pursue preemptive war, ruining
America's reputation among the
community of nations. Instead of
America standing as a shining light of
freedom for the world to see, America
is seen as an arrogant bully who will
bomb anyone who gets in our way. Are
these your values, Mr. Bush?
In George Bush's America, companies
are allowed to move their offices offshore to
avoid taxes. Americans are losing their jobs
because corporations are moving manufacturing
plants to foreign countries. all in the
name of increasing profits . .. See page 13
I Volume I Issue 2 Page4
Want a VOICE in your community?
We wdcome your opinion , commentary, and
your input. Tiiis publication is about building
Community Unity, and you are a part of making
this happen.
We w.mt you to speak OUf /
Mailing address: 2401 E. 32nd St.,
Suite 10-243,Joplin, MO 64804-3128
Email: editor@ozarkspride.com
NOTE: All letter's to the editor and articles
subniitted must include your name and phone
number for verification purposes only.
Mission Statement: To provide a
GLBT community voice to SW .Missouri, SE
Kansas, NE Oklahoma, NW .-\rkansas. Our
niission is to unite a fragmented community
reluctant to speak out for their rights and to
voice opion's. This region has a huge GLBT
population who is silent.
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February 2004
Lesbian daughter
promises to lobby.
Before Gephardt 4th place finish in
Iowa, Crissy Gephardt, the lesbian
daughter of Dick Gephardt, said that if
her father is elected, she would be able
to advocate for gay rights inside the
white house. Gephardt strongly opposes
a constitutional amendment to
ban gay marriages. He has also said
"We ought to lift the ban completely on
gay's in the military. Don't Ask, Don't
Tell doesn't work." Possible Dick will
consider the·democratic nomination for
VicePresid.entl ·.· ·
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Good.News From
Joplin Regional
Press release Joplin, MO .....
Trans States Airlines announced a
third flight will be added at Joplin Re-
. gional Airport. Trans StaJes operates
the American Connection co.mmuter
carrier between Joplin and St Louis.
This new flight will.take effect March 2,
2004. Leaving Joplil) at 11: 14am, arriving
in St Louis 12:30. pm. The revised
weekday schedule leaving Joplin is
6:25 am, 11 :14am and 4:14pm. Leaving
St Louis for Joplin at 9:29 am, 2:02
pm and 6:39pm.
A big boost for Joplin Regional, this
additional flight will make connections
in ST Louis to other destinations much
more flexible for travelers.
Volume-1 Issue-2 Page 5
M.trimony ... .. ronlimted frwn page 2
Rev. Troy Perry of Metropolitan Community
Churches says, 'The reality is that
many nations of the world- including
Canada, Denmark, Sweden, Germany,
France and the Netherlands - have moved
far beyond the United States by providing
legal marriage benefits to same-sex couples.
Vermont made headlines across the
country when it approved Civil Unions
for same sex couples and now the Massachusetts
Supreme Court has ruled in favor
of same-sex marriage in that state.
Yes it is now time! We have reached
the crossroads and.dared to cross over, we
have open one mote :closet ·door we cannot
and must not let it close again. The
dream that many ofus have is now wide
open to those around us and we must
make a decision.
That decision is to take a stand, let our
families know, our friends know, our coworkers
know and to let our government
leaders know we are here, we are not going
away and we expect them to listen to
us. We want our rights. We have too
long been silent and that has only lead to
bashing and the denial of those rights.
I have found that there are always risk
involved in speaking out but have found a
greater good in people when I have ex- .
pected that in them. I have ~iscussed this
topic with family, coworkers and others
the past three weeks and the majority
have been supportive of an end to this
discrimination. Oh yes, there were those
that said why do you have to bring it up,
parade it around us and make such a big
deal. I can only look at them and say,
"Because it is a big deal!" Equality in
marriage has been addressed since 1948,
the year before my birth ... isn't it time to
put it to rest?
.... ront-nex·t co/Jm,,;
Febru:iry 2004
We can look at marriage/civil unions
and wonder why that piece of paper
appears so important. It is because society
has made that piece of paper important:
l. It offers benefits that we have
been denied;
2. It shows a commitment of two
people who care and love each
other;
3. It offers a change in our lives
and the way we are treated;
4. It calls for a maturity so often
lacking in our relationships; and
5. It takes us to a new level of responsibility.
Are you up to the challenge? It is the
right thing to expect and to do!
Steve T. Urie, Pastor
Spirit of Christ MCC
Joplin, Missouri
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1 Will You Be My Valentine?
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I UCCFF is hosting a Valentine's Dinner
& Dance 011 Saturday, February
14th starting at 7pm. Yes, that's actuallv
on Valentine's Day! The evening
in~ludes a buffet dinner, beverages,
and dancing. Come one. Come all. It
is free & open to the public. Let's
I support our community, bring our
I partners & friends, and maybe even
I : meet that someone special. How roi
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Volume l Issue 2 Page 6 February 2004
Published Sunday, January 25, 2004
Same-Sex Couples Prepare for Registry
By CONNIE MABIN
Associated Press Writer
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio
Doug Braun and his partner of 14 years couldn't wait for Monday morning, the
first day they could go to City Hall to place their names in a registry recognizing them
as domestic partners.
They will walk away with a notarized piece of paper that legally means nothing, but
to Braun, 42, and his partner, Brian DeWitt, 48, it will be tlie most important day of
their lives.
"It's not a marriage, 11 Braun said. "For us, it's a show of our commitment to each .
other, it's sometlimg concrete that we can hold on to and show all of the thousands of
hours we put in to work on this."
The domestic registry for gay and straight unmarried partners was approved in November
by voters in Cleveland Hei an upscale Cfeveland suburb of 50,000 residents.
It passed with 55 percent of vote.
Domestic registries have been created by councils and state legislatures elsewhere -
the Vermont Legislature created the nation's first law recognizmg the relationships of
same-sex couples, and California created a statewide stry for same-sex coupfes
and gave them some of the legal standing of married ses - but this was the first
through a ballot issue, accordmg to the National Gay and Lesbian Task Force.
The
Ohio
g of the Cleveland ·
fature passed one o
also comes less than a week after the
ost-far reaching bans on gay iparriage.
The registry is not marriage and it's not binding on courts, governments or coI_DPanies.
But hope it will make it easier for couples to eventually share employment
· perty or get hospital visiting nghts.
Opponents, including the Cleveland Heights Familv First Initiative, -say it's.wrong for
a city to legitimize a lifestyle many disagree with. A statement from tlie group said
the registry attempts to "redefine marriage" and that "will have very serious negative
effects on our society as a whole."
Keli Zehnder, 3 7, and her partner, Deborah Smith, 44 a couple for seven years alrea!
fy have powers of attorney and wills spelling out their wishes regarding each other
and their two young daughters. •
But Zehnder said it was important that they register on the first day as a payoff for the
intense campaigning that led to the successful vote.
"This piece of
stuff is more va
she said.
feels more meaningful than the other stuff even though the other
in some ways. This is something that I worked on for l] months,"
Cleveland Heights, about 10 miles southeast of Cleveland, is home largely to middleand
upper-class professionals and has funky clothing shops, artsy cafes, familyowned
restaurants and historical homes. Conti11ued wme-sexpage-12
Volume-1 lssue-2
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Page7 February 2004
CIVIL UNION PRESS RELEASE
"First Gay Couple in Kansas
gets Civil Union in Vermont"
Donald Pile and Ray Wi11iams of Shawnee
Mission, Kansas became the first gay couple in Kansas
history to get a legal Civil Union in America. . They
write the travel column OUT ON VACATION in several gay newspapers and magazines
including OZARK'S PRIDE . They have been Antiques dealers for over 25 years. They
were staying at the von Trapp Family Lodge/Resort in Stowe, Vermont during the holidays
and on the first day of Winter, Dec. 22nd Pete Hartt, Justice of the Peace and Editor of the
Stowe Register performed the ceremony outside under the Gazebo in the Town Square. at 5
PM. A blanket of36 inches of snow surrounded them. The couple have been together for
nearly 33 years and they just felt that it was time to "make it legal" at least in Vermont. Now
as other States recognizes same-sex unions their license and certificate will be good in those
States as well.
On their 25th Anniversary, Candice Gingrich of the Human Rights Campaign
\¥rote "Your enduring relationship is another shining example of what "family values" is and
should be about - trust, security, love, commitment." Elizabeth Taylor wrote a hand written
letter "You have certainly reached an important milestone in your lives together and I send
you my best wishes. May the next 25 years be every bit as special."
Here is the vows that Pete Hartt, Justice of the Peace and Editor of the Stowe, Vermont
newspaper read:
"Do you Donald, invite you Ray into this union with love and passion and respect.
Will you protect him as he needs protection, support him as he needs support and free him as
he needs freedom and love him every day? Do you Ray, invite you Donald into this union
with love and passion and respect. Will you protect him as he needs protection, support him
as he needs support, and free him as he needs freedom, and love him every day?
I Donald, take you Ray, to be my partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in
health, for richer, for poorer from this day forward
I Ray, take you Donald, to be my partner, to have and to hold, in sickness and in
health, for richer, for poorer from this day forward.
"By the power vested in me by the State ofVennont, I now pronounce you partners
in Civil Union"
Pete Hartt, Justice of the Peace
Stowe, Vermont
Volume l Issue 2 Page 8
Discrimination from page-2
Rep. Kevin Engler, Republican-Farmington
is the sponsor of the measure and expects it
to pass the full House. If passed by the voters
in November, the State Constitution
would be amended preventing judicial intervention.
Ozarks Pride animatedly opposes this blatant
move to write discrimination against
the GLBT community into the state constitution.
This is just another attempt by state
Legislators who fear same-sex couples and
the general Gay/Lesbian community
threaten family values. With Missouri leading
the nation in Meth production, our
elected Legislators seem to think WE ARE
THE BIGGER THREAT! Will we soon be
expected to give up our right to vote or to be'
seen in public without a pink triangle sewn
on our clothing?
We as a community have the power to make
a difference, if we get off the bar stool and
defend those rights we've gained and fight
for what is our God given right to legally
choose a life partner recognized by the
world community as legitimate. We are not
second class citizens of these United States
of America.
In 1968 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. gave a
powerful speech in Memphis: He told his
audience" to give (themselves) to this
struggle (for equality) until the end. We go
up together or we go down together" This
applies to gay and lesbians today as it did to
African Americans during their civil rights
struggle of the 60's.
Our vote still counts! If you are not a registered
voter, you can not vote and voting
this election year is crucial. We encourage
you to get registered if your not, and vote in
every local, state and national election.
We can make a difference.
C.D. Ward, Editor
Ozarks Pride
February 2004
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February 2004
Local Talent Charlie Smith
Releases First CD
By Greg Steele
Staff Reporter
Joplin, MO .... Iola Kansas native Charlie Smith, a
38 year old gifted artist released his first CD
"Always For You" in November 2003. Charlie
won his first talent contest at age seven. "The
honors and accolades since, have been a tremendous
blessing," Charlie said . Perhaps one of his
favorite honors came in 2000, when Sam
Butcher, the founder of Precious Moments created an 18-inch "Charlie" doll. The first
blackPrecious Moments figurine was created in Smith's honor.
Smith, a resident of SW Missouri for 5 years, now lives in Neosho and works in
Joplin. He attends Spirit of Christ MCC church in Joplin where he is the Music Director.
In addition to working and his church responsibilities, Charlie is a regular performer
with the Branson Gospel Music Association. With performances in Branson
and around the four states area. For bookings call Charlie at (417) 451-3924 or email
smitchck6@4state.com.
"Always For You" CD is available locally at Eccentrics, Bookbarn, Hastings, Great
Expectations, and For AU Bible in Northparlc Mall. The album will also soon be sold
on the internet site http://www.mccjoplin.com. The music style of the album range
from a little bit of Gospel, a little bit of Spiritual Jazz and I detect just a little bit of
Country. The song titles include pop and soul influence and the Jazz inspired title
song
"Always For You"
,,\n Ozarks Pride Community Service .Announcemmt
MCC Joplin-Spirit of Christ
Metropolitan Community Church
Sunday Service 7PM
Community Meal served Wednesday's at
6:00pm, cost $3.00. No one is turned away. Our
meal is always nutritionally balanced. Dinners include desert, drink and good fellowship.
Take out meals are also available. Bring your friends and family.
Steve T. Urie, Pastor
2902 E. 20th Street
Joplin, MO 64803
Www.mccjoplin.com
Volume-1 lssuL~ 2 Page 10
PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
by Donald Pile & Ray Williams
gaytravclers@aol.com
We have found a most exciting and wonderful new gay
resort in this city where gay resorts are plentiful. TERRAZZO,
located at 1600 East Palm Canyon Dr. is conveniently
located close to downtown, shopping and the gay bars.
The owners/hosts are Tom and Doug, formerly from Denver.
The TERRAZZO is a wonderful 12 room resort surrounding
. a heated swimming pool, ( clothing optional), Jacuzzi, on-site
gym and luscious tropical gardens. The resort has both suites
.. · and rooms that includes the finest of linens, direct dial
phones, 27"1V, DVD, VCR & CD player, individual climate
~----------~ control, high speed Internet access, premium Judith Jackson
bath amenities and wonderful soft waffle piquet robes for their guests. All rooms come with a
microwave, refrigerator wet bar, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. They have four balcony
queen rooms upstairs, 5 queen rooms downstairs and 3 king suites including the Deluxe King
Suite. The King size suite has French doors opening to the pool and courtyard. All rooms and
suites have saltillo tile floors.
Complimentary breakfast is served each morning at poolside or if you wish, breakfast will be
brought directly to your room. A complimentary gourmet lunch is served daily poolside.
Complimentary beverages and. snacks are available throughout the day.
This is truly a fabulous resort for the gay traveler. Whether coming to Palm Springs to take
advantage of the city or just to relax in this beautiful resort, we promise that you will enjoy it.
The owners/hosts Tom and Doug are extremely hospitable in addition to being an extremely
handsome couple. They have been together for over 8 years and enjoy being around people and
it certainly shows. They love to assist their guests in whatever they need to while visiting Palm
Springs. They are the PERFECT hosts. As we travel throughout the United States, we have
noticed that many owners hire managers and that in itself can be a major problem. Tom and
Doug are the owners AND managers and they control everything themselves to insure that each
guest gets full attention. And full attention to EVERY detail is what you get here. They have
won the prestigious Editor's Choice Award from Out and About magazine and is rated "Four
Palms".
It is just a short drive to downtown. major shopping, museums and art galleries. Right across
the street is a grocery store, drug store, post office and other stores and restaurants. But once
inside, the TERRAZZO is a world of it's own. And THAT is what is important. So many times
we check into a resort and want to get out to have fun and relax. Here you stay IN, to have fun
and relax. While we were there last time we met a lot of interesting single guys and couples
who were enjoying TERRAZZO.
Their web site is: www.terrazzo-ps.com and their email address is: reservations@terrazzops.
com and their toll free phone number is: 1-866-837-7996. This is one of the finest gay resorts
that we have ever been to. We KNOW that you will enjoy it too!
We always meet so many new people everytime we go to Palm Springs. On our first trip there
we met Stefen Hemming who owns the estate of the late Liberace. He purchased it with all the
furniture, pianos and crystal candelabras. The "Casa de Liberace" is absolutely FABULOUS!
Continued page-
Page 11 February 2004
Gay Travelers- Palm Springs continued:
And while in Palm Springs be sure to
check out some of our other favorite places
including TOUCAN'S TIKI LOUNGE, 2100
N. Palm Canyon Drive. It is a wonderful bar
full of dancing, live shows and FUN! The
owners and staff are extremely friendly and
KNOW how to treat their customers. There
are about a dozen gay bars in Palm Springs .
. One fabulous performer that you MUST SEE
is Rudy de la Mor. He is the most fantastic
performer. He sings, he plays the piano, he
really knows how to keep his audience in the
palm of his hand. He plays weekly at the
Rainbow Cactus Bar in downtown Palm
Springs.
Another must on your things to see and do in Palm Springs is the FABULOUS PALM
SPRINGS FOLLIES, located downtown at 128 So. Palm Canyon Drive. It is a Las Vegas
style show with feathers, headdresses, costumes and much better than what you see in Las
Vegas. Singing, dancing and plenty oflaughter is their entertainment. What makes this show
so fabulous is that all of the performers are between 60 and 85! Do not miss this show.
Our two favorite restaurants in Palm Springs are MELVYN'S in the Ingleside Inn located at
200 West Ramon Rd. just two blocks west of downtown. It is like stepping into "Old Hollywood".
Theiood, the service and the atmosphere is PERFECT! Mel Haber, the owner knows
how to keep his guests coming back year after year. According to Life Styles of the Rich and
Famous it is rated one of the 10 best, and we agree! The Left Bank restaurant and Lounge,
not too far from Toucan's is located at 150 E. Vista Chino Drive. The food, the atmosphere,
the service and the wonderful live piano music makes for a perfect evening.
Palm Springs is always a fun getaway for Midwesterners. Anytime of the year is a great
time to go. Other options of things to do while in Palm Springs includes, hiking, tennis, or
sightseeing in the Joshua National Park, the Living Desert or visiting the local Indian grounds.
There are a lot of Art Galleries and Museums to visit.
For a day trip, drive to Los Angeles, West Hollywood or San Diego. It is only about 120
miles to any of these cities. But the real reason to go to Palm Springs is to bask in the sun,
meet new people and enjoy yourself. The local gay population is extremely friendly. We
have met so many people there, many of who were originally from the Midwest and have
moved out there to live.
For more information write to Donald ~d Ray at: gaytravelers@aol.com
or visit their web pageat:http://www.hometown.aol.com/gaytravelers
An O:atrks ~ community Sffrvice 11nnouncef11"nt.
AIDS Project of the Ozarks presents:
'THE V!C1VRY SHALL BE OURS"'
In recognition of: National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness day on February 6, 2004, 7-9pm at Washington
Avenue Baptist Church, 1722 N. National, Springfield, Missouri.
Featuring: Nedra Culp, Branson's Femail Vocalist of the Year and Lost in the 50's.
Branson's Betty Lewis, Diane Ellioit and Master of Ceremonies Washington Ave. Baptist Youth Dancers.
Volumt-1 Issue- 2 Page 12 Ftbruru:y 2004
Sa--sex couples from page-6
According to the Census, only 970 people,
or 1.9 percent ofresidents, reported
living with an unmarried partner.
Mayor Edward Kelley said even though
the registry issue was fought passionately
on both sides it hasn't divided the
city, which weathered a similar controversy
two years ago when it adopted
Ohio's first ordinance giving health
benefits to same-sex partners of city
employees.
"In Cleveland Heights not only do we
have racial diversity, we have religious
diversity, we have this diversity. I'm
very proud of that," Kelley said.
The registration costs $50 for residents
and $65 for nonresidents. Kelley said
he's gotten calls from both gay and
straight couples from other states who
are interested in registering-. Eventually,
the city will offer the registration online
and by mail, he said.
Community services director Susanna
Niermann O'Neil said the process
would take about 10 minutes for each
couple, many of whom planned to take
photos or have family attend.
"We just want it to be nice," O'Neil
said.
The city even arranged rooms in City
Hall where couples can wait.
"We're not going to make people stand
in line like they're in a post office waiting
to buy stamps," the mayor said.
"We want to make sure that they be
treated in a fair and just manner."
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New Joplin Gay
Discussion Group
Prw reftast Jvplitt, Mo
\Vant to know when the next drag show
is? What time the gay church service is? \Vant
to know when the gay student group meets at
Southern?
Now, you can find all that information and
more at a single site: the Joplin Gays group
on yahoo. This group is a clearing house for
gay & lesbian. events in the Joplin, MO metro
area. It is open to everyone but focuses on
issues important to or geared to the LGBT
community & its allies. Anyone can access the
group's calendar and messages, post an event
or activity, or find links to other groups, organizations,
or items of interest. A popular
feature is the online polls section: post your
answer to questions such as "Should there be
a community center in Joplin?" or "Would
you go to a gay and lesbian prom in Joplin?"
Then, view the results and see how others
voted. There is also a photo section where
you can add photos of your friends, shows,
and other events. Membership is free
and a yahoo account isn't required. For more
info or to join, simply go the
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Angry continued: ... ....
Bush values lining the pockets of his
CEO friends above helping ordinary Americans
earn a basic living. These are not
American values.
In George Bush's America, there are two
school systems, one for the affluent, one for
the poor. That is not American values.
Clean air, clean water, wildlife and wetlands
have taken a back seat to oil and gas
companies. These are not American values.
While George Bush is defending the
"sanctity of marriage" from the dreaded
homosexual menace, millions of people
worldwide are dying of AIDS. Mr. Bush
does not represent the values of ordinary
people, rather he values the elite and the
powerful, leaving the rest ofus to fend for
ourselves.
Americans are angry, and justifiably so,
but we know that anger alone will not
change America: our actions will. Together,
we can take our anger and frustration
to the voting booth in November. Together,
we can vote to remove George Bush
from office. Together, we can elect a leader
who upholds the values of ordinary, working
people. Together, with one vote, we can
put an end to George Bush's America.
Greg Stacy
Joplin, Missouri
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manages a Catering service in Oklahoma City
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He has promised to share more of his
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Serving:
SW l'vfissouri
SE Kansas
NE Oklahoma
NW Arkansas
Volume-1 Issue-1
"Community "
Juplin Missouri:
"Community?" ... Just what
can be said about it, for it, or
to support it? I believe that
we have to understand what
community is before we can
progress to developing that
which we have not had ..... .
See editorial !Xll/-2 ...... ... .
Ozarks Pride Magazine is published
monthly and distributed to area business
and other outlets free of charge the
first week of each month. Subscription
service will be available soon.
Community Unity
Letters To The Editor:---
A Diverse
Community
Voice
Joplin, :rvfissouri
January 2004
Gay and sbian
Military
'~ Gay Man Serving"
I am writing this column as a service
member, just as many in the GLBT community
are or have been. It is a perspective of
my views as a military member, having served
for over si.-..: years. It is a common misconception
among the general public that gay
service members are a fluke. People, especially
in tb.e sheltered straight world, assume
that the only gays in the military are lesbians.
I am very happy to burst these misconceptions
by saying that the gay community is
alive and well in the US military.
The military is almost a subculture of homosexuals.
Although, in the 'don't ask, don't tell'
era, enlistees are told to sign a contract stating
that he/ she will not pursue or engage in homosexual
sex or marry, attempt to marry anyone
of the same sex upon enlistment. This is
the major loop hole that commanders take
advantage of to conduct "witch hwits" within
their units. Even in light of this, I have come
to realize that many (I would almost say
most) of the personnel in the military are
accepting of gays.
Ontti1111td Gay l&!ikiry-/XI§ 3
Volume 1 Issue I
Publisher:
Ozarks Pride Magazine
2401 E. 32nd St. Suite 10
Box 10-243
Joplin, :M:issouri 64804-3128
www.ozarkspride.com
Editor: C.D. Ward
Managing Editor: T.J. Kelly
Advertising Director: Chaz Stonn
Staff Reporters:
Marion Wilson
Gf'81J Steele
Correspondents:
Ryan T. Raymond
Contents:
Editorial- page 2
Letters to Editor- pagef
The Guide- page 7
Aunt Bea's Recipe's- page 7
Advertising Rates:
Card Size Ad- $6.00 par issue
Inside Half Page- 15.00
Inside Full Page- $25.00 per issue
Inside Third Pags- $10.00
Ozm Pride Maga:d1111t publishi!d & cls-1bied roontly • a amnunllr
ww:e by Ozsb Pride Gn:q, rl. Jcpin, Muolli.
Pooliclllon rl. tile name, pboklgr,ph oc aar- rl. any p«QI, business
ocorganlzallon in this publem! la notio beCOIIA'Ulld as 1111y in<bllon
rl. sexual cninllllon a,- prelsences of IWI penoo, b~ oc organiz•
lion.
Opinions e,:presMd by collmllsls, 11M111Mn a,- L.«ti, to ths 5:ltor 1,e
not~ fl8 opinion rl. Ozrit Prldt MIQazhe. b mi!; fie
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Prldt G,a;ip. All mnwlal C cop)'right 2004 Olllb Prldt
Deadline for all ads, articles and payment is
the 20th of each month at 4pm for the next
months issue.
Page 2 January 2004 j
Guest Editorial:
ByStevc Uric:
When I heard that people in the community
where wanting to publish a newspaper;
the news was received \11/lth quite expectation
then I was ask to write an article.
This brought to heart agonizing memories
of newsletters and newspapers of bygone
days but triggered the "Oh, I have a forum
to visit with."
The topic being one of great interest for
me for a number of years \11/lth more questions
than there are answers for.
"Community?" ... Just what can be said
about it, for it, or to support it? I believe ·
that we have to understand what community
is before we can progress to developing
that which we have not had.
Community has multiple definitions. First,
it can be a noun, meaning simply a group
of people ( or for that fact gorillas who
seem to do a better job of it than people )
with like relationships, culture, socioeconomic
standards and even possibly
belief structures. Then more importantly,
it can be a verb. It is an art, an action, and
an opportunity for people with common
threads to bond together to support and
nurture each other in every way possible.
This of course brings;backmemories of
my return to Joplin in.1996:
0Jntin11ed on pa;ge 4
Ozarks Pritle Mission Statement:
To provide a GLBT community voice to SW Missouri,
SE Kansas, NE Oklahoma, NW Arkansas.
Our mission is to·unite a fragmented community
reluctant to speak out for thie:r rights and to;voicc
opioos. This region has ll. huge GLBT population
who is silent.
Volume-1 Issue-1 Page 3
Gay Military .. ···"'•li•11,dfrr,,,,fa1t! t
Especially with the military today training
and working with multinational task forces
and on international deployments. People
are seeing how easy it is to be accepting of
homosexuals as many of our closest allies
are. A couple of examples are that the
French military camp in Sarajevo has a gay
bar and the Scandinavians are very accustom
to having requests from gays to be
roommates so to carry on a relationship.
The US and British seem to be the only
militaries in the industrialized free world
that seem to think gays aren't worth serving.
Not all are as accepting, but not as
forbidding as we are either. Although, with
the bureaucracy of today's military, I feel
that commanders and supervisors are
happy when you show up, do your job and
stay out of trouble. The latter being the
most important. . ... ,.,,, .• ~-.;1 "'"""•
CommWlity Senice
MCC Joplin-Spirit of Christ
Metropolitan Community Church
Sunday Service 7PM
Steve T. Urie, Pastor
2902 E. 20th Street
Joplin, MO 64803
January 2004
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A Bed & Breakfast
327 N Jackson Ave.
Joplin, Missouri 64801
Reservations Required
(417) 621-9915
Take our virtual tour on the web:
www.facesguesthouse.com
Gay Miliauy .....
I think that if the US went to a conscript
army, as most European armies
are, homosexuals would be expected to
serve. (Not that I nor most in the military
would endorse a military where one
is forced to serve.) Most people in my
unit knew I was gay, including my commander
and her commander. No one
ever gave me grief over it, although I was
expected to redesign the interior of our
headquarters building. I found that the
men in my unit became very protective
of me, especially when someone wanted
to tell a gay joke. None of them had a
problem living in close quarters with me
on deployments or Field exercises.
All of the talk of gays hurting morale and
esprit-de-corps had no leg to stand on in my
experience. But, there are times when homosexuals
need help. That is why we have the
Legal Defense Network, a group of pro bono
lawyers (many former military) that give le~
assistance to homosexuals in the military.
One day, I am sure, there will be no need for
the Legal Defense Network or for people
like me to say that serving your country is
okay even if you arc a homoscxwtl. But until
then it is up to the GLBT and PH .. AG communities
to open the eyes of the law makers
and the general public to the fact that we arc
here to stay and we arc willing to serve ...... .
Community:
ro11ti1111ed jn,,,, Pfll! 2
Page4
A local pride organization was publishing
a newsletter back then and a young man
having resigned from the organization
was published raking the community up
one side and down the other for it's lack
of accomplishment and support of itself.
Every word was a point of frustration,
pain and anguish. Tbrough lack of leadership
or community support the organization
diminished and died. Thus making
his very prophetic words truth.
Now what can we do about this, how can
we create what is or has been missing and
how can we allow for leadership to take
hold and carry a standard forward. Spirit
of Christ MCC is a church with a mission
and that is to carry the standard of Christ
to any and all that have been literally
thrown away by every other church· or
discarded by society. The church is the
longest surviving organization in Joplin
that reaches out to a special community
and that is a community of ALL people
without restriction. For six years the
church has worked on developing community
and finally this year the fruits of
that effort started to be seen in the
greater community ... yes
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community ... we started to see it
coming together. People of different
backgrounds.joining together to create
a good for everyone by: sharing information,
developing interpersonal relationships
and business partnerships.
Businesses are exchanging flyers and
business cards, when someone chal:.
le:nges thelegitimacy of a business; the
,."oQier business leaders step up and
· support them. There is no king or
queen of the hill but businesses and
individuals with a common goal to
devdop a long standing community
that doesn't just benefit one person or
another but everyone. Now that is
community.
Those businesses along with the
church are reaching out and helping
not just each other but people in the
area as well. Monies, equipment and
supplies are being distributed to help
others. Now that is community.
Can we have community in Joplin?
Yes! The example is being set and you
can be a part of it. Support the efforts
of this newspaper, the businesses and
organizations that stand together in
the belief that we can do it. It's not
competition; it's good sense!
Steve T. Urie
Pastor
Spirit of Christ MCC
On"Line:
Tickle Your Brain: Take the
most accurate IQ test on the web.
http:/ /web.tickle.com/tests/uiq/
I Ozarks Pride Page 5
Fourth Annual
Christmas Open House
/y Jtajf rrpomr Grrg Skelt
Joplin, MO- Tim Baker and Tom Walton's 4th year
to host the Christmas open house charity for "Aids
Project of the Ozarks" APO, to provide non
perishable goods for members of APO. Tom and
Tim opened their home to all who could and those
who could not give to this worthy cause. APO
members who are drflendant on food stimps and
a small·social security disability income rely <?n .
APO and other organizations to get them:through
eac_h m?ntli. Since Food stamps will only'buy
food , C:?"eryclay items such as laundry soap,.
bleach, toilet paper, paper towds, pet food, furniture
polish, dish soap, as we 'all know are necessities
to fonction day to day, are out of pocket expenses
for.those on foqd stamps. We who think
nothing of buying a pack of bar soap do not realize
people who pay rent ¢d utilities 6n;$600.00
per month Social Security,:go without these non
luxury items. · · ·
Your Support co~tact APO (417) 881-1900 or
MCC Spirit of Christ,Joplin (417) 206-6179 to
make your contribution.---------
Advertlsem911t
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AT&T Authorized Dealer
January 2004
Admtismfent
Call Travis (417) 825-0774
Free Ph~ne Car Charger , From $600.00 , no license,
L.::==========================1 I tag, insurance, or drivers
" Kwanzaa "
Kwanzaa comes from Swahili meaning "first
fruit". Based on ancient African traditions,
embraces seven principles: unity, selfdetermination,
collective work and responsibility,
cooperative economics, purpose, creativity,
and faith. Kwanzaa is a holiday created
by Maulana Karenga in 1966 an"d is
observed by more than 28 million people
from Dec 26 to Jan L. ............. ..
license required.
On Sale Nowl
716 S. Main, Joplin Mo
after4pm
417-627-9035 or Contact
David
At cell phone 816-651-4425
V olume-1 Issue-1 Page 6
qt~hid.Pres~~~ Ri~h ~aeash
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BRAS~ Brazil (Reuters) - The heil.d of tho' .
W o · · · · on Suri.day qrgeit' ··
. · to:figllf .
devastating AfricJUl nations .. ,'
WHO.D.irector General Jong-Woo~
on Britain, ifapan and Scandinavian~ . .
parti§ular to donate more money to.~e bijafa;·
zation's.global push against the disease, csti~
mat~J,o be killing 8,0Gqtp~o;ple !\)fay. s.lc~
"The tr~nd is more mQQ.ey is b . .
able, WC have to put in more re
gestions and pressure to.the
Lee, in Brazil for a globlil h ·
He said "very urgent action and•:irilf1he .busi- .
ness-~-usual approach" was needed, · ·
Funding to battle HIV/ AIDS has increased
from $3.2 billion in 2002 to $4.7
still less than half the yearly total
Nations has called for to fight the epidemic .
and provide drugs to treat people infected by
HIV.
The WHO earlier this month unveiled plans to
rush life-saving antiretroviral (ARV) AIDS >
drugs to 3 million of the world'spoortiy 2Q05:
and train 10,000 health workers. · ·• .\~~~.
Lee said HIV had now infected.'riearly 40 per~.•·.
cent of people in Botswana and half the population
would die of AIDS unless urgent action
was taken. Life expectancy inMozambique is
expected to fall to 27 years due to the disease.
In 2002 around $1 billion was spent on fighting
HIV and AIDS in Africa, which is thought
to have nearly 30 million of the 40 million
people infected by the disease. The United
States has promised $15 billion over five years
to combat AIDS, especially in Africa It has
come under fire for only earmarking $2 billion
for the program next year.
Earlier this year, Britain said. it would give a
global AIDS fund $280 million through to
2008 after initially pledging $200 million for
five years in 2001. ---------------
January 2004
Adl'lrlis,mmt
Join Chaz andJasonNewYears
Eve After Hours Party!
205 Highland,Joplin Call 623-3412 For Details.
Want a VOICE in your community?
We welcome. your opinion , commentary, and your
input. This publication is about building Community
Unity, and you are a part of making this happen.
We want you to speak out!
Mailing address: 2401E 32nd St., Suite 10-243,
Joplin, MO 64804-3128
Emaii: editor@ozarkspride.com
I Ozarks Pride Page 7
Aunt Bea's Infamous Recipes!
Sock it Too Me, Whitt Btan and S altSdf,t S o,p:
4 tablespoons virgin olive oil
1 1/2 pounds of Italian sausage in casing
2 medium carrots
2 medium onions
2 doves of garlic (minced)
2 stalks of celery
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon thyme leaves
3 (15oz cans white beans)
1 quart chicken broth
2 teaspoons Tony Chachere's Creole Seasoning
1 cup white wine ( I drank the rest of the
Bottle!)
Heat oil in large, deep pan. Brown whole
sausages; remove to cool for about five
minutes. Cut celery, onions, and carrots into
small dice. Brown vegetables in same pan .
with garlic for about 10 minutes. Puree one
can of white beans; add to vegetables. Cut
sausage into small slices and add to vegetables,
along with broth, wine and remaining
beans. Simmer 30 minutes. Then let it cool
for 10 minutes girls or it will bum your business.
SAM HARRIS MAKES
KANSAS CITY DEBUT
Kau,1 a1y, MO/,_ MM ... 11 r;,.,,
On Saturday, March 13, 2004 Kansas Citv
will have the opp~rtunity to hear on of the
most exciting Broadway performers of the
last two decades. Sam Harris, in concert at
Folly Theater. In a .benefit for I !ARC
(Heartland AIDS Resource Council), Sam
Harris will make his debut in Kansas City.
Tickets fro this benefit concert are $30 and
$40 and can be purchased through the Folly
Box office on January 5, 2004. For more
information you can email :
harcbenefit@sbcglobal.net
Midwest Times is the proud media sponsor
for this event.
January 2004
~our States Community Directory
-Bars-:-Nightclubs-
Ron's:----Fayetteville, AR--( 479)442-3052
Wtld-On---Fayettcville, AR--( 479)521-9453
Ree's----Joplin, MO--(417)627-9035
Edge>------Springfield, M0-(417)831-4700
Martha's Vineyard-Springfield, MO-(417)831-6144
Oz:------Springfield, MO-(417)866-3876
Rov.isuz Place---Springfield, M0-(417)864-0036
Bamboo Lounge--Tulsa, OK--(918)836-8700
The End Up-----Tulsa, OK--(918)282-6503
Heads & Tails---Tulsa, OK--(918)6607878
Club Majestic---Tulsa, OK--(918)584-9494
Renegade:s----Tulsa, OK--(918)585-3405
Play-Mor-Club---Tulsa, OK---(918)838-9792
Si!Yer Star Saloon--Tulsa, OK---(918)838-4234
1NT's-----Tulsa, OK---(918)660-0856
Tool Box----Tulsa, OK--(918)584-1308
-Lodging-
Faces Guesthouse B&B Joplin, MO(417)621-9915
-Restaw:ants-
--Organizations-
MCC Spirit of Christ--2902 E 20th, Joplin, MO-7PM
MCC United Tulsa-1623 N. Maplewood-918-838-1715
MCC Living Spring-Eureka Springs, AR-870-253-9337
Rrunbow Christian Church-Springfield, MO----
Aids Project of the Ozarks-
513 Kentuclq,, Joplin, Ml J----417-624-5788
-Business ScrviccsKolon-----
Joplin, MO--(417)483-7117
Cellular Mobil Sya--Joplin, MO-(417)825-0774
Penny Smart, Hair Salon-Joplin, M0-(417)623-3500
Massage By Rachacl-:loplin, MO--(417)438-3664
Mystic Cn::1.rions--Pinsburg, KA--{620)231-6790
Kelly Kirby, CPA, PC-Tulsa, OK---(918)747-5466
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Ozarks Pride Magazine
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January 1, 2004
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T.J. Kelly
Chaz Storm
Marion Wilson
Greg Steele
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Western Arkansas
Southeast Kansas
Eastern Oklahoma
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Ozarks Pride Magazine, February 1, 2004; Volume 1, Issue 2
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Volume 1 Issue 7
M
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A LGBT COMMUNITY VOICE
THE OZARKS STAR IS COMING! July 1, 2004
Issue 7
Ozarks Pride (The Ozarks Star)
2401 E. 32nd St., Suite 10-243
Joplin, 1-fissouri 64804-3128
wwv;.ozarkspride.com
Editor: C.D. Ward (editor@ozarkspride.com)
Member: National Lesbian Gay Journalist Association
Contributing Writers:
T.J. Kelly
Greg Steele
Columnist:
Steve T. Urie
Donald Pile
Ray Williams
Contents:
Editor's Page -page 2
Voters Decision Page 4
Steve T. Urie - page 5
Donald & Ray, Ou! on Vacation- Page 7
Ozarks Pride Ou! Cruzin- page 12-13
That's Entertainment page-14
Lesbian Notions- page • 15
Deep Inside Hollywood-page-16
Q Scopes- page 20
Classifieds-page 22
Communiiy Directory- page 23
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Subscription- $16.00 (6 months)
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community a.vie» by Ozarlcs Pride Groop of Joplin, Missouri.
Publication of lhe name. photograph or lkeness of any person.
business or organization in thla publication is not to be construed ••
any ind•ca!lon of 11xual ori1nl11ion or prelerencaa of auch person.
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publiahor or J'a 1dver1;..,._
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the advettieer and /or au'l!or. Tha Publisher r, Oz•ri« Pr~ Msgazioo
re1trves tho right lo refuse edvtrtil:ng material for any reason what so
ever. o~ Prid& and 111 likenesses there of are sole properties of
Ozarks Pride Group. All material O ~yrignt 200( Ozorh Pride
We Made It!
Yes, Ozarks Pride Magazine made it
past the half year mark. We are in our
7th month and have met every distribution
date. We are now the oldest continu- .,,
ous running LGBT news publication in j
Southwest Missouri. :i
As some of you may remember, our first
issue, January was eight pages. June,
the Gay Pride 2004 issue was our largest
issue with 28 pages and we are growing
monthly. The community response has
been tremendous and contributors such
as Steve Urie, Ray Williams, Donald Pile,
T J Kelly and Gabe Norman deserve
huge hugs. Our loyal advertisers have
come through month after month. REE's
, Fairfield Inn, Faces Guesthouse,
Century 21 Goldcastle OKC, Penny
Smart with Woody's Manhattan, Vickie
Bronson of Charles Burt Realtors, Studio
716 and Bamboo Lounge have kept the
paper alive. You are greatly appreciated
as are all the newer business community
customers.
With this half year milestone under our
belt, I want to say, although we have
continued to operate in the red to date, I
am optimistic about the future of this
magazine. There have been too many
kudos from the LGBT community to think
otherwise. In June issue we added the
syndicated column "Lesbian Notions"
and Q Scopes. For the July issue
another syndication "Deep Inside Hollywood"
a very popular national column.
"Out on Vacation" by Ray Williams and
Donald Pile is now in syndication.
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Of course our goal is to become a
profit oriented company, and with
circulation increasing each month
our advertising rates have to
increase. Our current rates are
very reasonable and you the
business community should take
advantage of this opportunity to
increase your sales. Our advertisers
are all telling us they have new
business from their Ozarks Pride
ad's.
Now, an important announcement..
.... Because our name "
Ozarks Pride Magazine" is
sometimes associated with Gay
Pride Organizations, we have
decided to rename the magazine
beginning with the August issue.
The new name will be
" The Ozarks Star "
The format will not change and we
hope to continue to print the front
and back cover in full color,
although this is our most costly
feature. In addition other enhancements
are in the works for the
future.
Yes, we have come a long way in
six months and I have met many
new and wonderful people who
have generously helped get us
here. December will be our 12th
issue and we are going to have a
party baby! So get ready and have
that old Tux cleaned and let out,
that includes the ladies too!
Have a great 4th of July.
C.D. ward
Editor/Publisher
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Creator: Romeo San Vicente
has extensive experience in
Hollywood as a writer, producer,
and homosexual. His friends
have the ability to make or
break your budding career, so be
nice to him.
About the column: Deep Inside
Hollywood is an entertainment
insider column covering
celebrities, movies, TV shows,
and other Hollywood subjects of
interest to gays and lesbians.
Lots of previews of upcoming
gay-related projects, along with
inside information about
Tinseltown goings-on - with just
a touch of gossip. This is Q
Syndicate's most popular column.
Ozarks Pride Magazine, soon to
be "The Ozarks Star" will be
publishing this column each
month beginning with this issue.
See page 16 for the first
installment.
Volume 1 Issue 7 Page4
Want a VOICE in your community?
We welcome your opinion , commentary, and
your input. This publication is about building
Community Unity, and you are a part of
making this happen.
We want you to speak out!
Mailing address:
2401E. 32nd St, Suite !1-243,
Joplin, MO ~84-328
Email: editor@arkspride.com
NOTE: All letter's to the editor and articles
submitted must include your name and phone
number for verification purposes only.
Mission Statement: To provide a GLBT
community voice to SW l'vfissouri, SE Kansas,
NE Oklahoma, NW Arkansas. Our mission is
to inform and report news of interest to our
communtiy.
Missouri Gay
Marriage
Vote August 3rd.
Constitution Defense Leag11e 11datt:
Tuesday, August 3 is fast approaching,
and the campaign against Amendment 2
is picking up steam:"Aniendment 2 is the
official ballot name.of the proposal to
ban gay and lesbian marriage in the
Missouri Constitution. With offices and
staff in St. Louis and &nsas City, and
staff in Columbia and soon to follow in
Springfield, no.t to mention.active
volunteer teanis in all 6£ these
communities, the. &nstitution Defense
League is positioning itself to defeat
Amendment 2 on. Augμst 3!
Missouri will be the first state in the
country to vote on this kind qf
constitutional amendn:ient since the
victory in Massachusetts. At least four
other states will face the same vote in
November, and they, along with the rest
of the country, are looking to .l\fissouri to
see how we face up to the challenge.
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Community
Spirit
Keeps
Climbing!
I want to start this month thanking a
number of business and church leaders for
there thought&, suggestions and their help
in building our GLBTS Community.
Penny Smart (Woody's of Manhattan),
Rachael Martinez (1\fassage by Rachael),
Chaz Ward (Faces Guesthouse and Ozarks
Pride Magazine), Rev. George and Rev
Paula Jo David (Pastors at River of Life
Church in Pittsburg, KS) as well as Connie
Gilpin (MCC of the Living Spring in
Eureka Springs, AR) have all been
instrumental in building the great area
community and teaching what "Unity in
Christ" is all about.
Exchanging business cards, spreading
,vord of businesses, traveling untold miles
this group of people have been a positive
force in not only Joplin, but Eureka
Springs, Pittsburg and around the world
through the UFMCC news and web news.
The churches in this three state area are
sponsoring and cosponsoring special
events on regular bases for the good of the
people here. The GLBTS Community is
more than going to the bar. (Don't be
offended, I not telling not to go there.) But
} am telling you that there are other social
events and programs for you to be
'involved in.
Speaking of ev-ems, I understand that Pride
in Springfield was a great success, so to in
Kansas City, St Louis, Dallas, San Francisco ...
and next year we are adding Joplin to the
calendar. A committee is being developed
July l, 2004
for Joplin Pride 2005 and it's time to start
working on this nmv. If you are
interested, please call 417-206-6179 and
leave your name and number or email
~. This-will
not be a church event but a community
event to celebrate who we are. \Ve are
dads, mothers, sisters, brothers, aunts,
uncles, nieces and nephews. We are
neighbors, co-workers, peers and friends.
And we don't need to go out of town to
celebrate that. The committee is making
arrangements to have games, art works,
crafts and food/ drink booths at this first
ANNUAL JOPLIN PRIDE 2005. Watch
for exciting announcements and be
involved.
Hopefully before our pride event we
will have a new president, one that cares
about all the people. REMEMBER
VOTE! VOTE! VOTE! Your vote
counts, each one makes differences.
When you don't vote ... you make a
difference too! You choose.
There is a story of an old man
watching as a young boy is picking up
starfish on the beach. The boy picks up a
starfish and throws it as far into the
ocean as he can, walks along, picks up
another and another and another. The
old man finally catches up -with the young
boy and tells him, "You're not going to
make a difference, look at all of them."
The young boy picked up another starfish
and threw it just as high and far as he
could, looked up to the old man and said,
"it makes a difference to that one." Yes
each one of your votes count ... be ready
and let's make a bold stand and get the
GLBTS community out to vote at our
local elections in August and the
Presidential Election in November.
Have a great month!
Steve
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A variety of accommodations are available including standard guest rooms, deluxe
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A complete continental breakfast is served each morning in the Grand Cafe, or
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- about any type of water sports you are interested in.
A huge swimming pool dominates the front courtyard and a Jacuzzi is available in
the tropical garden at the back of the resort. This is a paradise unto it's own. One
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Volume 1 Issue 7 Page 8
SPRINGFIELD'S PRIDE 04
RQARING SUCCESS !
The Crowd enjoyed Live Eritertainment all day.
Springfield, MO -]1me 13, 2004
l?J G"f. S teek
Beginning on Friday, June 11th with a
Candle Light Walk from Chestnut Expressway
to-l'vfill Street with a party and food at The
Edge. Royalty Pageant's were held Saturday
night at The OZ and Martha's Vineyard.
Ending with Pride In The Park on Sunday,
June 13th "Show Me MO Priae" committee
staged a fantastic event. Hundreds packed the
nightclubs and an estimated 1600 were
entertained at Phelps Grove Park on Sunday.
The Festival wound down with a Barbecue at
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Saturday Night Pageant
Results.
Miss ShowMe MO Pride - Misty Falls
1st Alternate - Jayden LaRue
Mr. ShowMe MO Pride-Michael Anthony
1st Alternate Cody Kane
MR PRIDE - Justin Kastning
1st Alternate Zachary Isaacs
Great
Bartenders
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on Fridays. His unique vocal style lends a
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" Since I play by ear, I play the music that I
have recordings of or have heard enough times
to be able to rec:tll. I tend toward musicians
that play piano, like Elton John." Brad told OP
writer Greg Steele.
Brad was raised in St Louis, MO and moved
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two years of Medical School in Tulsa. Brad and
his partner Rod live in Pink, Oklahoma where
they plan to open a B&B this September.
For booking information contact Brad at
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the Silver Star Club June 6th to kick of
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Creator: Paula Martinac has
been writing for the gay and lesbian
press for more than 20 years. She
served for tl;iree years as the cochair
of the board of directors of
New York City's Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and Transgender
Community Center, where she
founded a groundbreaking reading
series called "In Our Own \Vrite."
A Lambda Literary Award winner for
her first novel, 011t of Time, Martinac
has also authored several nonfiction
books, including The Lesbian and Gqy
Book of Love and Marriagt and The
Q11urut Places: A G11ide to Gtry and
Lesbian Historic Sites. Her screenplay,
Fonign Affairs, co-written with her life
partner, Katie Hogan, won second
place in the 2003 PO\'v"ER UP
Screenplay Competition.
Lesbian
Notions
by Paula Martinac
July, 2004
Our Love Is
Here To Stay
A recent newspaper report on the 2002 marriage
and divorce rates in Vermont showed that straight
couples have a higher divorce rate than same-sex
couples, and that the heterosexual rate has remained
pretty constant since the advent of civil unions in
2000. Or, to phrase it in a way guaranteed to make
the religious right squirm: if you're the child of a
mommy-daddy family in Vermont, your parents are
more likely to divorce than are Heather's two
mommies.
These are the first stats we've had on legalized gay
relationships, and the temptation for the lesbian and
gay community to jump to wild conclusions is pretty
great, given how demonized our unions are. I
wouldn't be surprised to hear some gay activists and
commentators boasting that our relationships are
"better" than heterosexual ones. But, in fact, they're
simply different in their gender-role makeup and in
a way that could help straight couples, too.
It will be highly ironic if, in the long run,
heterosexual marriages - which receive enormous
societal and institutional support - prove to be
shakier than same-sex ones. But then, there's so
much hype and myth about heterosexual romance
in popular culture, particularly aimed at women,
making straight marriage look like a piece of
wedding cake. A recent episode of the cheesy
daytime talk show _Dr. Phil_ showed the extreme of this, interviewing young, single women with
highly romanticized views of marriage. In fact, several had already planned their weddings, even
though they didn't haYe boyfriends.
On the other hand, there are far fewer romantic illusions for lesbian and gay couples, most of
whom have nothing to hold them together but sheer willpower. Indeed, there has been some
concern among queers on the far left that legalized marriage for same-sex couples ·will ultimately
destroy one of good things we have going for us - the ability many gay couples have to stay
mgether over the long haul, even though society doesn't recognize our unions.
But then, there's more to the marriage game than simply sticking it out. Looking at marriage from
a feminist perspective, one of the biggest hurdles facing hi:terosexuai unions is the strangieholci
that gender roles continue to wield over most of the men and women who enter into them. And
it's in the area of gender nonconformity that many iesbian and gay couples hold a powerful
advantage. Contin11•d page Sr,pplwmet -21
Volume I Issue 7 Page 16 July 1, 2004
Deep Inside
Hollywood
by:Romeo San Vicente
. July 2004
John Cusackls Ex-Gay
Forget what
you've heard
about gay
characters in
films being no
big deal in
-Hollywood
anymore.
Apparently,
sometimes
they're still a
_ ,·ery _ big deal.
It's bad enough
that Ang Lee's
_Brokeback
,Mountain_
might have its gay romance neutered, but now
director Nick Cassavetes and actor John Cusack
are part of Hollywood's de-gaying process, too.
Cassavetes will direct and Cusack will star in the
film adaptation - penned by gay screenwriter
Jonathan Tolins (_Twilight of the Golds_) and
Seth Bass - of gay author David Gerrold's book
The Martian Child_. When Romeo first reported
:n this story, it looked like the plot would follow
that of the original book, in which a gay man
adopts a 6-year-old boy, only to discover that the
child believes himself to be from Mars. In the
film, however, Cusack's character ,,ill be straight.
So far, no one is saying why the gay character was
declared an unfit parent and why that change was
so vital to the movie's development, but it's a safe
bet to say it has a lot to do with the continued
triumph of commerce over art. The film begins
shooting this fall.
Brendan Fraser's Queer _Secret_
Wtli he look as good in a James Bond-style
~xedo as he did in-his _George of the Jungle_
oincloth? That's the real question to be answered
when Brendan Fraser steps into the role of
_Gay Secret Agent_. Currently in negotiations
to star, Fraser may well be the next _Austin
Powers_, one ,,ith a distinct nvist in the
"shao-ging" department. And speaking of Powers,
that franchise's producers, Suzanne and Jennifer
Todd, are also the ones behind this espionage
spoof written by _Saturday Night Llve_ alum
Brad Hall and Andrew Gottlieb. Translation:
Expect lots of broad, silly riffing on gay
stereotypes, so keep your sense of humor tu~ed
to Lowest Common Denominator. Meanwhile,
Romeo ,vants to know how much male eye-candy
of the Bond Girl variety \\111 make it to the final
cut.
Jamie Babbitt Connects to
Dot Lesbian filmmaker Jamie Babbitt
(_B~ I'm -A Cheerleader_) is about to take a
break from her busy career directing episodes of
shows like Malcolm in the Middle_, _The
Bernie Mac-Sho,v_, _Nip/Tuck_, and _Gilmore
Girls to return to the world of feature films.
Babbitt \,ill direct the thriller _Dot_, from
writers Micah Schraft and Abdi Nazemian (ABC
Familv's Beautiful Girl_). _Dot_ concerns a
deaf ;ee;age orphan and the dark goings-on
that arise when she moves in ,vith a "typical"
family one that turns out to be anything but.
Uniq~e to this project is the support of the
Universitt of Texas in Austin, whose film school
sponsor/a program that gives its students .
hands-on experience making low-budget mov1es.
In other words, they're donating a lot of free
labor, and there's not a producer in the world
who'd say no to that kind of deal.
_South Park_ Guys String Up
Team America __ South Park_ creators Trey
Parker and Matt Stone are taking a break from
their animated world of profanity-spewing
children to enter the world of marionette
superheroes. _Team America_, the first allmarionette
feature film since_ Thunderbirds Are
Go!_ hit big screens in 1966, is currently
shooting in collaboration with gay superproducer
Scott Rudin, featuring music by Marc
Shaiman. Team America_'s plot involves strmgcontrolled
puppets fighting ~vii forces and
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annoyi;g celebrities, and, given the
overwhelming amount of absurdly
silly gay content to be found in every
project these guys have ever taken ?n,
there's an almost 100 percent certru~ty
that Parker and Stone's obsession with
homosexuality will rear its head yet
again. Look f~r an autumn rel~ase ~
just in time to skewer the pres1dent1al
election.
Romeo San Vicente usually keeps
;everal men on a string at the same
time himself.
Quotable Quotes
"Bush is an incompetent leader. In fact,
he's not a leader. He's a person who has
no judgment, no experience and no
knowledge of the subjects that he has
to decide upon .... The shallowness that
he has brought to the office has not
changed since he got there . ... The
president's capacity to lead has never
been there. In order to lead, you have
to have judgment. In order to have
judgment, you have to have k~owledge
and experience. He has none. - .
House of Representatives ~em?crattc
leader Nancv Pelosi of Calirorma, to
the S;n Fra~cisco Chronicle, May 20.
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Gay Travelers from page 7
chips, and salsa. On Saturday "get
togethers" wine and cheese are
featured. What a wonderful way to meet the
other guests! We NEVER settle for second
best and promise that you won't be
disappointed in your stay here. This is a
first-class resort.
For beach lovers, simply walk a few yards
and you're there. Another five blocks and
you find yourself on Ft. Lauderdale's GAY
beach where you will be one of hundreds of
gay men basking in the Florida sun.
The Grand Resort is centrally located and
very close to downtown Ft. Lauderdale and
the famous Las Olas Blvd. shopping area. A
wide variety of wonderful restaurants and
shops are found there. We particularly
enjoy shopping atAudace, 813 East Las
Olas Blvd. which is a gay clothing store
highlighting swimwear and underwear.
One particularly exciting bar on Las Olas is
the Cathode Ray Club (1307 East Las Olas
Blvd). This is an upscale bar "complex"
with several bars in one. They are busy all
the time and draw a great cocktail hour
crowd. Their "theme" nights and special
event nights are the norm - Monday is
Comedy night, Tuesday is "2 for Tuesday"
with the Sandy Lynn Duo live at the Baby
Grand. Wednesday is "gaymetime Over
Wednesday'' with a live show at 9pm.
Thursday is mixer night and Friday happy
hour lasts from 2pm until 9pm. Saturday is
"two for one" from 2 till 9, and the Retro
Dance Party with Liquid Rainbow is a Must
event. There is always something special
happening at the Cathode Ray
(~).
Next door is Bar Amici Restaurant (1301
East Las Olas Blvd) owned by the same
proprietor as Cathode Ray. Again, it is
upscale but with very reasonable prices.
Their food is outstanding!
Ft. Lauderdale abounds with gay bars and
restaurants. Travelers will be able to
quickly find just the right bar that suits them.
Bars run the gamut from Disco, Leather,
Drag, Strippers, neighborhood bars and high
end cocktail bars. One of the great drag
performers, AUNTIE MAME performs at
several different bars and clubs in the city.
Check out her website at:
~ and be sure to catch her
act.
Ft. Lauderdale is a great getaway for
Midwesterners in winter and can also be fun
year round. With over two dozen gay bars,
over a dozen gay restaurants, two bath houses
and dozens of gay-owned businesses, this is a
gay Mecca every day of the year. A short day
trip from Ft. Lauderdale would be to Palm
Beach just a few miles up the highway. South
Beach and Miami are just 25 miles south of
Ft. Lauderdale. AVIS auto rentals
(www.avis.com/prouder) are very reasonably
priced and AVIS is the ONLY auto rental
company that is gay-friendly. They do not
charge extra for your partner driving like the
other auto rental companies do.
For more information about the GRAND
RESORT, visit their web site at:
www.grandresort.net. Their toll free number
is: l-800-818-1211 with an email address of
info@grandresort.net Their address is 539
North Birch Rd. Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33304.
Other good websites if planning a visit to Ft.
Laurderdale are: ~
(information about gay Ft. Lauderdale),
~(the local
gay publication), and www.audace.com
(the gay clothing store we visited).
As always, if you have any travel
questions, email Donald and Ray at
gaytravelers@aol.com or visit their web
page at: http://www.hometown.aol.com/
gaytraveiers
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O'Donnell plans gay
parenting magazine
31/05/2004- 12:48:15
Ireland Online Dublin,lreland
American comclienne Rosie O'Donnell is
planning a new magazine aimed at gay
and lesbian parents. R Family Magazine,
due out in 2005, is O'Donnell's second
attempt at launching a publication. The
first, Rosie, died an acrimonious death in
2003 after
clashes
between her
and
publishers
Gruner And
Jahr.
O'Donnell's
spokeswoman
Cindi Berger
says: "Rosie
d~es hope to launch a magazine in the
new year." The former actress ,,·ants a
platform to address gay family issues.
O'Donnell recently wed her long-term
partner Kelli Carpenter in San Francisco.
Quotable Quotes
"It's not something I would want to do. I think
it's more an attempt to assimilate. I don't know
why \Ve have to marry in
order to get equality. To me
it is a human-rights issue. I
believe people should be
able to bless their
relationships any way they
choose. This idea that if we
can just achieve marital
rights then we're gonna be
free is a delusion. Because I
can assure you right now, we
will never be like straight
peopie'" Bov George to
the Houston Voice, April 30.
July 1, 2004
GAY DEMOCRATS ENDORSE
SENATOR JOHN F. KERRY
FOR PRESIDENT
National Stonewall Democrats to
Mobilize thousands in Community to
Elect Kerry: National Stonewall
Democrats is the only national
organization of gay, lesbian, bisexual,
and transgender Democrats, with more
than 90 local chapters across the nation.
NSD is committed to working through
the Democratic Party to advance the
rights of all people regardless of sexual
orientation or gender identity.
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Volume l Issue 7
Seo
y Jill Dearman July 2004
"Push the envelope, Libra!"
Page20
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ARIES (March 21 to April 20): Mars, your oh-sobutch
planetary ruler, hooks up with
communicative Mercury in your house of
passionate love. If the idea of your lover sleeping
with someone else makes you see red, perhaps
you'd better pugh for the kind of commitment you
know you really want. A Leo is waiting for a
proposal. Get thee to New Paltz.
TAURUS (April 21 to May 20): If you're
struggling with what to do about a troublesome
friendship, err on the side of love. Stop being so
stubborn, and let an important ally know that you
just aced reassurance. Try giving some. A Scorpio
can't quite figure you out (and loves it that way).
GEMINI (May 21 to June 21): Your world is
beginning to seriously change, Gemini. lt's up to
you to move into the future :md stop holding fast
to the past. You can create tbe'!'kiod of life you've
always wanted. But yes, dear, you must be braYe.
Get off the fence. Another Gemini gives you
courage
CANCER 0une 22 to July 22): Don't overpower
business associates during thi~ cycle. Instead, wow
them with your know-how, and stand firm on your
deal points. You don't need any drama in your work
life. Save that for when you come home to a roleplaying
Gemini who wears many masks.
LEO Quly 23 to August 22): Your career is about to
take off, thanks to one part good fortune (Jupiter)
and one part hard work {Saturn), which you've
already done plenty 0£ Push forward now, while the
planets are with you. Whatever you pitch, people
want to buy. A Sagittarius wants to hear your ~piel.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22): Jupiter's
&.bulous trek throngh your ~ign puts you more in
charge of your own destiny than eYer before. Start
making some moves, doll. Don't just sit there
looking sultry. A Pisces is waiting, but is getting
restless.
Ju;y 1, 2004
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22): Mars
and Mercury hook up in your house of group
efforts this week. If you push the envelope,
you could really start working for a cause you
believe in, with friends you adore. An 1\ries
finds your altruism awfully appealing.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21):
Stop acting older than you arc, sweetie. This
is your time to regress and be as childlike (but
not childish) as you wanna be. Get back in
touch with your dreams and sense of wonder.
A Leo wants to slip under the covers with
you.
SAGITTARIUS (NoYember 22 to
December 21): You have the ability to change
lives with your words, so maybe you should
pick up a pen and start jotting down some
ideas. A new career is imminent, but don'r pin
yourself down just yet. Let your mind
wander. And let your eyes wander over to a
very seli:y Scorpio.
CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19):
This is a fab rime for vour romantic affairs,
dear Capric~rn, if yo~ are willing ro let
someone else (like a strong and sexy Taurus)
do all the work. Your job? To learn to receive
bctrer. Wipe that smutty look off your face,
you slut.
AQUARlUS 0anuary 20 to February 18):
Get all of the tedious tasks out of the way as
quickly as possible, h~mey. Io a few shorr
weeks, your love life ,vill become your
number-one priority, so make sure your slate
is clean. A Sagittarius wants to be able to slide
into your life gracefully.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20): The
subtext in your relationships is a lot more
fascinating than what's on the surface.
Innuendoes abound. Try to probe your
parmers about what they really want from you.
Or when in doubt, just probe. But bear in
mind, a restrained Capricorn is holding out for
all your iove.
Volume l Issue 7 Page 21 July 1, 2004
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Lesbian Notio11s from pagt-15
All of us get indoctrinated into our "proper"
gender roles early in life, from the time we're
brought home from the hospital in the
requisite pink or blue blanket. But somehow
queer kids often manage to subvert those roles,
by being boy-girls or girl-boys who won't - or
can't act exactly as society dictates. And many
of us take that with us into our adult
relationships.
\Vhile it's true that some straight relationships
today do shake up gender roles - a female
friend of mine mows the lawn, while her male
partner washes the dishes - the norm is that
wife Jane is burdened because husband Jim
rarely "helps" around the house and doesn't
bear primary responsibility for the kids. At the
same time, their lesbian neighbors Judy and Jo
don't have prescribed gender rules to rely on,
so they set up a cop acetic arrangement in
which each performs the tasks she likes and is
good at, rather than those society assigns to
women at birth.
The disregard of traditional gender roles by
same-sex couples is borne out, too, in a few
studies about the grown children of lesbian
parents (here isn't enough data yet on those of
gay male parents) Girls and boys :raised to
adult hood by two lesbian moms seem to be
much less likely to feel hemmed in by gender
expectations than kids raised in mom-and-dad
families. \X-'hich makes sense - after all, they've
grown up around women who do everything
from cooking to repairing leak.-y faucets.
Of course, gender nonconformity turns out to •
be one of the religious right's biggest fears
about lesbians and gay men having children
that we'll raise a generation of manly women
and womanly men. Jn its tract, "'\)\;'hat's Wrong
with Letting Same-Sex Couples Marry'!' the
iinily Research Council points with horror to
a research study showing that "children of
lesbians are less likely to conform to traditional
gender norms," seeing that as one of the many
things that's "wrong" with our unions.
But queer families' gender freedom is
something that's very _right_ about them and
that may actually help hold our relationships
togethec The real nightmare for religious
conservatives is that straight wives and
husbands might look at same-sex marriages
more closely and figure that out, too ......... .
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Four States Community Directory
-Bars- Nightclubs- -Organizations-
Arkansas, Fayetteville
Ron's Place- - - 523 W. Poplar- - 479-442-3052
Studio 716- -716 \v. Sycamore- 479-571-1300
Arkansas, Fort Smith
Burnzee's- -2301 Towson Ave #C- --479-494-7300
j(jnkeads- 10041/2 &.irrison Ave- - -479-783-9988
Club 1022 -1022 Dodson Ave. - - - - -479-782-1845
Missouri, Joplin
Ree's- - - - 716 S. Main - - - - ·-417-627-9035
Missouri, Kansas City
Bell Star's - - - 1321 Grand Ave- 816-421-1288
Missie B's- - - -805 W. 39th St- - -816-561-0625
Sidestreet Bar - - - -413 E. 3rd- - -
Sidekicks Saloon - - 3707 Main St-
Buddies - - 3715 Main St
816-531-1775
816- 931-1430
-816-561-2600
Missouri, Springfield
The Edge- -424 Boonville Ave- - - - --417-831-4700
Martha's Vineyard- 219 W Olive -417-864-4572
Arkansas, Eureka Springs
MCC Living Spring- - - - - - - - - -870-253-9337
Kansas, Pittsburg
River of Life 1709 N Walnut - - - - - 11AM
Missouri, Joplin (417)
MCC Spirit of Christ-2902 E 20th, - - - - -7PM
UCCFF--204 N. Jackson Ave, - - - 10:30AM
Aids Project Ozarks- 513 Kentucky- 417-624-5788
Missouri, Springfield (417)
Rainbow Christian Cb-837 \YI. Madison-417-866-6206
Unitarian Universalist Church - - - 417-833-2723
APO- 1901 E. Bennett, suite D- 417-881-1900
ShowMe MO Pride - - - - - - - - - 417-864-4459
GLO Community Ctr- 518 E. Commerical-869-3978
Oz Bar - 504 E. Commercial - - - - - -417-831-9001 Oklahoma, Tulsa (918)
Ronisuz Place- - --821 College- - - -417-864-0036 MCC United- -1623 N. Maplewood- -918-838-1715
Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
Hi-Lo Club 1221 NW SOth- - -405-843-1722
Finish IJne - -2200 NW 39th Expvy- - - 405-525-0730
Club Rox- - - -3535 N\v' 39th Expwy- -405-947-2351
Tnpanga Grill & Bar- 3535 NW 39th -405-947-2351
Oklahoma, Tulsa
Bamboo Lounge- 7204 E. Pine - - --918-836-8700
Club Maverick- - 822 S. Sheridan - 918-835-3301
Heads & Tails- 7944 E. 21st - - - 918-660-7878
Club Majestic- 124 N. Boston - - - -918-584-9494
New Age Renegades- -1649 S. Main -918-585-3405
Play-Mor-Club- - 1737 S. Memorial- -918-838-9792
Silver Star Saloon- -1565 S. Sheridan -918-834-4234
TNT's- - 2114 S. Memorial- -- - - - -918-660-0856
Tool Box- 1338 E. 3rd- - - - - - 918-584-1308
Yellow Brick Road- - 2630 E. 15th -918-293-0304
-Lodging-
Missouri, Joplin
-Business Services-
Kansas, Pitt~burg
Mystic Creations- - - (620)231-6790
Missouri, Joplin
Penny Smart,Hair Salon -509 Main- 417-623-3500
Massage By Rachael- - - - - - 417-438-3664
Charles Burt Realtors-Vicki Bronson-417-434-0077
RE/l\.iAX - - - - -Cathe Letts- - -417-483-5313
Office Max- -440 Rangeline Rd- - - 417-623-1007
CreativeDazeDesign.com- - - - - - - 41 7-623-7809
The Lions Den - - -Austin Letts - 417-623-87 67
Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
Century21- -4301 NW 63rd #100 - 405- 840-2106
Hollywood Hotel- 3535 NW 39th Ex-405-947-2351
Faces Guesthouse B&B - -417-621-9915 Oklahoma, Tulsa
Fairfield Inn by Marriott- - -417-624-7800 Kelly Kirby,CPA-4815 S Harvard - -918-747-5466
Missouri, Ava
Catus Canyon Campground - 417-683-9199
Underguy.com - - -825 E. 3rd -877 -7-BOXERS
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Beginning with the August 2004 issue.
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Arkansas and Kansas.
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It's been seYeral months since George Bush announced he is
trying to lead this country by endorsing a discriminatory,
unnecessary and undermining amendment to the U.S.
Constitution. \'<1e just learned that an actual vote on this proposal
has been scheduled in the United States Senate just three weeks
from nm.v. You and so many others have been great.
We must win this vote and win it big. Members of Congress tell
us they're hearing from the other side by a 10 to 1 margin
right now. That's why your action today is so critical.
During the next few weeks, we intend to get 250,000 people to
oppose the Constitutional amendment. That's right: 250,000. We
need new people but we also need you to repeat your
opposition, even if you ha\·e done so dozens of times already.
Even if your legislator already opposes the Amendment.
Pcrsisrence makes a difference. It tells our leaders that we will not
stop, no matter ·what. Learn what you can do.
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Volume 1 Issue 6 "It's A Life, Not A Lifestyle"
G
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VOICE
June 1, 2004
Volume I Issue 6
Publisher:
Ozarks Pride
2401 E. 32nd St., Suite 10-243
Joplin, 1Iissouri 64804-3128
www.ozarkspride.com
Editor: C.D. Ward (editor@ozarkspride.com)
Member: National Lesbian Gay Journalist Association
Contributing Writers:
T.J. Kelly
Greg Steele
Columnist:
SteveT. Urie
Donald Pile
Ray Williams
Contents:
Editor's Page -page 2
Gabby Dearest- page 3
Scheduled Pride Festivals - Page 4
Steve T. Urie - page 5
Donald & Ray, Out on Vacation- Page 7
Lesbian Notions- supplement page -A
Entertainers by Gay Travelers- supplement page - B
Rainbow Flag Creator - page 11
Ozarks Pride Out Cruzin- page 12-13
Q Scopes- page 20
Classifieds-page 22
Community Directory- page 23
Advertising Rates:
Card Size Ad- $17.00 per issue (3 Month Minimum)
Subscription- $16.00 (6 months)
Classifieds- $6.00 firs! 15 words- 25cents each
additional.
Email: advertising@ozarkspride.com
Phone (417) 437-2275 for larger and full page ad
rates.
Deadline for all advertising, articles and
payment is the 20th of each month for the
next months issue.
OZ8r'<s Pridt Magazine is published & d!ilributed monthly as a
com111Jnity s.,.,;ce by Ozarb Pride Group of Joplin, Missouri.
Publication of tho name, photog11ph or like.,.11 of any peoon,
busin1:11 or org1niz1tion in this publication is not k, be construed 11
any indicalion of sexual orientation or preferences of 1uch peraon.
business or Cl'glnization,
Opinions e:rpmud by c.elumnl5ts, 8dverti1er1 or Lttitr, to thit Edl1or
are not neceuarily the opinion of Ozark, Pride Mag1lin,, l1 !Jlaff, th•
PUl:li,J,-.r or ff's ,a,,e,tiHII.
Content of advtrtisemenb and article! are Ole 10/1 r11pcw,1ibiity of
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Page 2 June 1, 2004
''I DO''
On Monday May 17, 2004 a historical
day, the United States become the fourth
country to legalize same-sex marriage.
Massachusetts became the first state in the
US to legally allow same-sex couples to
marry, bringing jubilation to Gay Rights
Activists and millions of our citizens
nation wide.
The US joins an elite group of nations
who's people have said to the world,
Gay's and Lesbian's have equal rights.
The era of the broom dance to declare
your partner, has come to an end. The
United States along with the Netherlands,
Belgium and Canada's three largest
provinces have set the stage for the world
to act.
As we celebrate Gay Pride this month
and bathe in our victory, we must be
reminded our new freedom could be short
lived, as many State's are poised to vote us
back into the 19th ·centmy. Voter's in
Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Oklahoma,
Missouri , Utah and more to come,
will vote later this year, to say HELL NO!,
you are not equal. You do not have the
same rights as the majority, or vote to
follow the path of Massachusetts and our
great neighbors to the north. In 2006
Massachusetts voter's will also decide if
they will allow the State Supreme Court's
ruling to stand.
News media across the nation and around
the world broadcast the events of the day.
continued page-3 Editor
Ozarks Pride Page 3 · June I, 2004
editor from page-2
A last minute appeal to the US
Supreme Court by opponents failed
and the rush was on to complete the
paper work required by the State of
Massachusetts.
CONGRATULATIONS NEWLY WEDS!
Thousands of same-sex couples lined
up across the State among the cheers
and applauds of hundreds of well
wishers.
We want to congratulate all the New
Legally Wed couples and a huge
congratulations and thank you to
(GLAD) GAY LESBIAN ADVOCATES
& DEFENDERS. The gay
rights group who initiated and fought
for this day in Massachusetts.
It is so very important to support these
human rights groups who depend on
contributions from us to defend and
fight for equality and our constitutional
rights.
Join together in pride and celebrate
our sexuality. Have a great month.
Yfl. ~- 0/,f/a,,xd /Editor
Dear Gabby Dearest,
My boyfriend and I have been dating
for almost three years now, and although
the sex has been great, he brought up the
idea of having threesomes. We sat and
talked about who we would be interested in
doing this with, but now I'm having second
thoughts. I really love my bf but am afraid
of him cheating on me if I don't do this with
him.
Confused
Dear Confused:
I would say to be honest with your
boyfriend and tell him you are not
comfortable with the idea of inviting
someone else into your bedroom. In my
opinion, it is never a good idea to share
that intimacy with a stranger. 9 times out of
10, it causes problems in your relationship
and helps to escalate the old problems
you've had in the past. If you and your bf
have a great relationship and are in
love, he will respect your opinion. Could be
he is checking you out to see if you are
longing for something new. If not and he
does what you think he's gonna do, then
he isn't the one for you.
Love Gabby!!!
Gabby Dearest is not a professional therapist.
She is just a wise old lady that has been around
the block many times. Replies to submitted
request for advise should not be construed as
absolute resolutions, just friendly advise from
dear old sweet lady. You may contact Gabby
Dearest by email ....
kargabbf1l O@no,maiLcom
or by addre5sing Gabby Dearest , Ozarks Pride,
2401 E. 32nd St., Suite 10-243,Joplin,MO 64804
Volume I Issue 6 Page 4 June 1, 2004
Want a VOICE in your community?
We welcome your opinion , commentary, and
your input. This publication is about building
Community Unity, ar1d you are a part of
making this happen.
We want you to speak out!
Mailing address:
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Email: editor@ozarkspride.com
NOTE: All letter's to the editor and articles
submitted must include your name and phone
number for verification purposes only.
Mission Statement: To provide a GLBT
community voice to SW Missouri, SE Kansas,
NE Oklahoma, NW Arkansas. Our mission is
to unite a fragmented community reluctant to
speak out for their rights and to voice
concerns. This region has a huge GLBT
population without representation.
4 States Area Pride Events!
St. Louis Pride The St. Louis Pridefest
culminates in a parade on June 24. For more
info, go to www.pridesaintlouis.com or email
pride@pridesaintlouis.com.
Springfield, Show Me MO Pride:
6/11- 6/13. Festival at Phelps Grove Park June
13, 12noon to 6:30pm.
Kansas City Pride Dates: 6/6 - 6/13
Location: Kansas City, MO For more
information got to www.heartlandpride.org/
planner/ festival.html
Oklahoma City Pride Dates: 6/21 - 6/28
Location: Oklahoma City, OK For more
information, go to www.okcpride.com.
Tulsa Pride Dates: 6/6 - 6/13 Location:
Tulsa, OK For more information, please email:
ohrl O@hotmail.com.
Topeka Pride Dates: 6/13 6/19 Location;
Topeka, KS For more information, go to
kansaspride.org.
Northwest Arkansas Pride Weekend
Fort Smith and Favetteville Starts 6/25 in
Fort Smith to 6/27 Fayetteville. Pride
Parade 6/26 AM in F;yetteville.
All festivals aim~ are to educate the
community by invoking, promoting, and
celebrating Gay /Lesbian/Bisexual/
Transgender pride.
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Hair & Nall Salon
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PRIDE
PRIDE
PRIDE
In 2002, I had the distinct honor of
attending the 2002 Intensives of the
Universal Fellowship of Metropolitan
Community Churches. I say honor
because this is the program that begins
the final step of ordination and
licensure with the MCC churches. I
was there for continuing education
because I don't have the educational
qualifications to be ordained or
licensed in our denomination. Some
may ask what does this have to do
with pride ... guess what? Everything
because everything we do has to deal
with us on a personal level, everything
that we think about ourselves has to
deal with us on a personal level and
yes, everything that other see in us,
hear from us and observe from us has
to do with our concept of pride for
ourselves and our community.
There are others in the same
situation I am in and they face the
same ,-i,ill of God saying man doesn't
lead you. I AM is the one that leads
you. This same I AM of the Bible
confirms on us the choice of will.
The will to be who we are, where we
are and whenever we are. Yes, things
happen along the way but the
Almighty One, or whatever name you
choose to call the one found on the
mountaintop in your heart.
June 1, 2004
Now how do we choose to show our
pride? Is it our behavior, our language,
our reaching out to others or is it simply
living the life that God gave us and living
it to our fullest. I was recently told, "I'm
tired of all this pride stuff, why can't we
just be who we are." Well DUH! Ask
yourself the question and answer it in the
same question.
While on my trip to San Francisco we
attended the MCC church there and the
first thing that struck me was the
rainbow flags lining the ceiling. For me it
was a startling vision of wow this is who
we are. \Vhen we got back to dorms that
night one of the young ministers in the
group from England said it reminded
him of fascism. Rainbow flags
reminding someone of fascism, how dare
he attack our freedom to fly our flag
proudly. After discussion the flag was
indeed brought up. How do we project
who we are? Rainbow flags here remind
me it's safe to be here, it's safe to shop
here, and it's ok to be who you are. You
see it's a difference of culture. In
Europe the use of flags reminds people
still today of the fascism in Germany. In
England where there is a church of state,
the Union Jack doesn't fly within its
sanctuaries. They find it strange that in
the country where we promote a
difference of church and state that
almost every sanctuary flies the United
States flag. Europe uses the pink triangle
to represent our community because of
its use to tag gays in Nazi Germany.
They say it reflects with more spirit the
meaning of who we are and how we have
suffered.
Rather than a symbol, I say let's show our
pride by portraying who we are all the
time.
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by Donald Pile and Ray Williams
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PHOENIX, ARIZONA
We usually don't get really, REALLY
excited when a new gay/lesbian
accommodation opens. However we just
returned from Phoenix, Arizona where the
CALAMUS RESORT ( calamusresort.com)
recently opened. It is located at 401
Clarendon Avenue in the heart of midtown
Phoenix. It has 110 units, 45 hotel rooms,
40 residential and the remaining retail office
space, new salon and spa opening in the next couple of months. Calamus is an
Asian aquatic plant that is growing around the pool, but more important, a series of
Walt Whitman poems with veiled references to manly love! Check them out, very
homo -erotic. In the 1920's to be a friend of Calamus was to be GAY!
Vern Johnson, Phoenix entrepreneur, the CEO has bought and developed this
property and it will soon become a major gay/lesbian destination. Jim McAvoy, the
general manager of the hotel has done a remarkable job. All of the staff is
extremely friendly and courteous. Ken, the front desk manager is the PERFECT
person to greet you when you enter the hotel. He is fun, funny and very attentive.
The Calamus Resort was built originally by the late actor, Cary Grant in the
early 1970's and was named the Clarendon Hotel. It later became a Radisson Hotel
and thru a few other changes of ownership it is now being brought back to it's
original splendor. The rooms are spacious, clean and bright. The prices are
moderate and affordable. Amenities includes private bathrooms, daily maid service,
color TV with HBO, CD/Alarm Radios and complimentary local phone calls.
There is plenty of free parking. They have a lovely tropical courtyard with a large
heated swimming pool and Spa. Plans call for a hair salon, massage studio as well
as retail outlet stores. There is a gift shop on the premise and newspapers. The
front desk is open 24 hours a day.
As you first enter the lobby you will be surprised by the spaciousness and
interior decorating that they have done. The front desk staffis very attentive. You
will certainly be welcomed here.
Besides being a fine hotel they also have a restaurant and what a restaurant it is!
Johnson's Restaurant serves a wide variety of delicious gourmet foods. Served in a
beautiful setting with exquisite service. . ...... continued page-i 8
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been writing for the gay and lesbian
press for more than 20 years. She
served for three years as the cochair
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New York City's Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, and Transgender
Community Center, where she
founded a groundbreaking reading
series called "In Our Own Write."
A Lambda Literary Award winner for
her first novel, Out of Time, Martinac
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Lesbian Historic Sites. Her screenplay,
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by Paula Martinac
May 24, 2004
The Not-So-Golden Years
It was only a small story, easily overshadowed by
news of the horrific abuse of prisoners in Iraq. And
the fact that it _was_ such a small story, receiving so
little media attention, made it even more frightening:
in a recent speech, Federal Reserve Chairman Alan
Greenspan once again voiced grave concern about
the effects of the "yawning fiscal deficit" on the
future of the Social Security and Medicare systems.
At about the same time as Greenspan's warning, the
president requested a whopping S25 billion from
Congress to continue the U.S. occupation of Iraq.
Chairman Greenspan says he sees no escape from
the country's fiscal crisis unless there are cuts made
to public benefits for retirees an option that both
President Bush and Sen. John Kerry are well aware
of but obviously don't want to talk about. But as
more and more gay people live longer and approach
the time when we should be able to retire, the issue
of aging becomes one that our community
desperately needs to talk about - with an eye to
arriving at concrete plans.
I say "should be able to retire," because there's no
question in my mind that a lot of gay people simply
won't be able to stop working - ever. There are those,
for example, who are self-employed, who work in
low-paying jobs, or whose employers don't offer
pension plans. Many, too, started saving for
retirement only in middle age, because, like our
straight counterparts, we had other obligations earlier in our lives - educations to finance, children
to raise, mortgage payments to meet, parents to care for. Sadly, it's the middle and working classes,
gay and straight, who will be deeply affected by the probable collapse of Social Security, the
cushion that saw a lot of our parents through old age. Lesbian5 may be particularly hard hit, since
,vomen still earn considerably less than men.
Because there are so many challenges and hurdles, it's no wonder that few of us can summon
the courage to discuss growing old in the 21st century. When we do get around to searching for
information, it's relatively easy to learn what the question5 are, but pretty hard to find answers.
Too much of the focus is still on gay retirement communities, as if condos in warm climates
were ll panacea and not just places where a seiect few of us wili spend our golden years. Consider
that Joy Silver, the president of RainbowVision Properties, which is building a i46-unit gay
retirement viliage in Santa Fe, N.M., says she err,isions a community where people wili chitchat in
a rooftop cafe, enjoy art and cooking classes, and take part in cross-dressing bingo (no joke).
Con!in:!l!li page S;tpple111net -III
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"Traveling in the gay friendly world"
by Donald Pile and Ray Williams
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Entertainers
One great thing about traveling is that besides
meeting interesting people and visitng interesting
places sometimes you also get to see FABULOUS
ENTERTAINERS. The past few years we were
fortunate to be able to see these several
entertainers in action. They embody all that is
good in a true entertainer ....... fun, funny, elegant
and they all put on a great show.
LYPSINKA, whose real name is John
Epperson lives in New York City. We caught his
act at the Alcazar Theatre in San Francisco. His
production is entitled "LYPSINKA! THE BOXED SET" He is one of the most intelligent
performers around. He does Gisele MacKenzie, Frances Faye, Connie Francis, Libby
Morris, Dorothy Squires and the 50's muscial icon Delores Gray. He performs all over
the United States and gets standing ovations wherever he performs. It is remarkable the
staging and entertaining this entertainer does. You will be dazed by his performance.
Unlike many perfomers like this he stretches the boundaries. The Hollywood Reporter
says "Lypsinka is like nothing you've seen before! Theatrical artistry that never seems to
slow down" The New York Times says "Lypsinka is a fascinating, funny and distrubing
spectacle." From the opening scene to the finale this performer never lets down the audience. Re
is absolute dynamite. Audiences go back year after year to see him perform. And on top of
everything else John just happens to be a very nice person. For a listing of his performances and
other information about him go to: www.lypsinka.com.
FRANK MARINO, who performs at the Riveria Hotel in Las yegas is another performer
who puts on a great show. He does his "Joan River's" routine
and has been wowing audiences for years and years in las
Vegas. The straights in the audience really get into his show
and why not? He and his cast and crew put on a class act
show. He emcees the show and introduces the different
performers who do Cher, Shirley Maclaine, Tina, etc. Their
show is sold out ahnost all of the time. It is basically a musical/ ,
comedy review with gorgeous gowns, feathers, glitter, etc.
Frank changes costumes between every performer which
gives a greaet dimension to the show. When going to Las Vegas
next time, be sure and catch the show. His web site is:
www.frankmarino.com
THE LADY CHABLIS who made Savannah, Georgia her home for many years is indeed
THE LADY We caught her show at CLUB ONE in Savannah when we were there.
continued page - C
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Artist Gilbert Baker
Creator of the
Rainbow Flag
The Rainbow Flag as we know it today
was developed by San Francisco artist
Gilbert Baker in 1978. At the time, there
was a need for a gay symbol which could
be used year after year for the San
Francisco Gay and Lesbian Pride Parade.
Baker took inspiration from many sources,
from the hippies movement to the black
civil rights movement, and came up with a
flag with eight stripes. Color has always
played an important power in the gay right
movement- Victorian England symbolized
homosexuality with the color green,
lavender became popular in the 1960s, and
and pink from the pink triangle has caught
on as well- and the colors of the gay flag
were no different. Baker explained that his
colors each stood for a different aspect of
gay and lesbian life:
• Hot pink for sexuality,
• Red for life,
• Orange for healing,
Iii Yellow for the sun,
• Green for nature,
• Blue for art,
• Indigo for harmony,
• Violet for spirit.
Baker himself and thirty other volunteers
hand-stitched and hand-
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pink stripe. Baker had hand-dyed the
color, and unfortunately pink was not a
commercially available color.
The flag caught on quickly in cities across
the country. It was even officially
recognized by the International Congress
of Flag Makers. In 1989 the flag was
given international recognition when West
Hollywood resident John Stout
successfully sued his landlords after they
tried to prohibit him from hanging the
flag from his apartment balcony. At New
York's Stonewall 25 Parade in 1994, a
gigantic 30-foot wide, one mile long
rainbow flag was carried through the
parade route by over 10,000 volunteers.
Quotable Quotes
"I think it's entirely who you are from
birth, personally. Some people might
choose, but I think that it's who you are. I
think people need to be able to be who
they are. I have a friend who was married
for many years and then the marriage
dissolved and he came out ... and he lived
this life of tension and of great difficulty.
... It's in your system. It's in your genes ....
I think that people have a right in
America to be who they are, who they are
born as, and we are all God's children."
- Presidential candidate John Kerry in a
March 26 MIV interview.
dyed to large prototype
flags for the 1978
parade. It was an
immediate hit. However,
when Baker took his
design to the San
Francisco Flag Co. to
have it mass-produced
for the 1979 parade, he
had to remove the hot
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Entertainers conli1111ed from page -B
Besides being a fabulous peiformer on stage she also starred in Clint Eastwood's
movie, MIDNIGHT IN THE GARDEN OF
;.:.·•>.;:c-:c: .. ; GOOD AND EVIL. When the showroom lights
go down then you hear the announcer saying,
ladies and gentlemen, the Lady Chablis, you
KNOW you are in for a big treat for the evening.
The Lady Chablis wears beautiful gowns. He
E performs and also talks directly with the
; audience. Even thou Club One is a gay bar and
nightclub, dozens of straights line up to see his
performance. The night we were there our table
companion was Oscar de la Renta and his guests.
He only performs at the Club One in Savannah
once a month now but does perform all over. To
get his schedule go to his web site at:www.theladychablis.com.
AUNTIE MAME is a mavelous entertainer in the
Ft.Lauderdale, Florida area. Her campy acts are
welcomed by a wide variety of gays and lesbians in
the area. She gives of herself and is one of the most
dedicated entertainers around. His web site is:
www.auntiemame .. biz.
SIEGFRIED AND ROY at the MIRAGE in Las
Vegs delighted audiences for years and years. We
first met them way back in 1973 when they were
peiforming at the old MGM GRAND in Las Vegas.
They have certainly came a long way since then.
They are the highest paid entertainers in the history
of Las Vegas. Their shows were sold out EVERY NIGHT ! They are the only
peiformers in Las Vegas who have ever accomplished this feat. Their exceptional
show was extremely high tee and they just kept adding new dimensions to their
shows all the time. Due to the unfortunate accident that Roy had on stage, their
show has been cancelled. Our thoughts are with
both Siegfried and Roy.
"This column is fondly dedicated to the late
LIBERACE." who being Mr. Showmanship, was
the ultimate entertainer. His shows were a MUST
for everyone to see. His foundation web page is:
www.liberace.com
For more information on traveling, email
Donald and Ray at gaytravelers@aol.com or
visit theire web page at:
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...
Lesbian Notions from page - A
OK, she's a businesswofuan, and bingo in drag
could be fun. But it's time to raise the quality of
the dialogue and address issues that will affect a
much larger number of gay people.
The Humm Rights Campaign, for ex,i.mple,
has made lobbying for Social Security survivor
benefits for same-sex couples a major issue on
its plate. However, given tbllt the public
retirement system's future is shakier every day,
our organizations may need to rethink and
broaden their efforts.
Coincidentally, Greensp:rn's warning arrived
just weeks before an important national
conference on LGBT aging called "Aging on Our
Own Terms," which is being held in mid-June in
New York: City, sponsored by our premier senior
advocacy group, SAGE. (For more info, visit
www.sageusa.org.) The conference promises to
address such vital questions as what gay
community in~structures are already in place
that can be made to worlc for old gay people and
what new institutions will be needed to care for
our elders in the future. A wide range of
registration and housing fees makes the
conference affordable to ,i.ll.
Interestingly, SAGE provides an excellent
example of how national gay organizations can
transform themselves to meet the needs of a
changing, aging community. Founded in 1977,
SAGE's acronym originally stood for Senior
Action in a Gay Environment, a title that
primarily spoke to the social needs of older
gay people - for example, having activities and
friends in order to avoid isolation and
loneliness.
Although social activities ,vill always be an
important function of gay senior groups, more
and more they're only part of the equation.
The fact is, many of us will need a lot more
than some good gay company in our golden
ye,i.rs. In light of changing times, SAGE's
initials ,i.re now shorthand for Services and
Advocacy for GLBT Elders. The new name
not only ·recognizes the breadth of our
community, but also suggests that the
organization is talcing a more pro-active role
on gay senior issues - now, while there's time
to make a difference.
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A once-in-a-lifetime chance to
make change
At the end of June 2003, the U.S. Supreme
Court struck down a Texas law which
made most kinds of sexual intimacy a
crime for same sex couples. That means
that the relationships that are at the heart
of our lives can't be made a crime
anymore. But it means more than that. The
Court didn't just strike the Texas law down.
It ruled that gay people have the same right
to form intimate relationships with others
that heterosexuals have. Laws which deny
that, the court said, "demean" the lives of
gay people and deny us the dignity that is
our right "as free persons."
This is most important Court decision
involving gay people ever. And it is also a
powerful political statement. One of the
primary justifications for treating gay
people as second class citizens has been
the claim that our relationships are wrong,
and that we are therefore supposedly not
entitled to equal respect. One of the
primary ways people have tried to clinch
the argument that our relationships are
wrong is by pointing to so-called
"sodomy" laws (some of which are aimed
at same-sex relationships, and some of
which technically are not).
After the Supreme Court decision in the
Texas case, that argument is just a dead
letter. Our relationships aren't a crime. And
the constitution gives us the same right to
be intimate, to form relationships, to live
our lives, that it gives to heterosexuals.
hThat does not necessarily mean that
businesses, schools and other institutions
have to indude LGBT people in equal
rontins,ed next column ...
opportunity policies or treat LGBT
relationships equally. But it does mean
that the law no longer gives them an
excuse to refuse.
\X/e now have the best opportunity we
have ever had to insist that governments,
business and schools treat us with dignity
and respect, and give us equal treatment in
day to day life.
No one who cares about equality and
dignity for LGBT people should let the
opportunity this Supreme Court decision
has given us pass v.i.thout doing
something to bring us a step closer to
equality. Equality is up to us.
Visit the ACLU web site to find the tools.
www.aclu.org/ getequal/
campaign.html
Steve from page-5
Be upfront, be truthful but always be
true to who God has made you to be. It
won't always be easy but each one of us
adds to the group and then there is one
more, and one more, and one more. My
mother goes to Forest Park Baptist
Church and one of her people saw the
article this past summer about our
church and told my mother, ''We don't
know about how much good they do.
"Think about that, they see us act up in
parades, they see us act up yelling "Hey
Girl!' Down the street ... but they "don't
see how much good we do."
This year, let's show them by
example. Adopt a street, if you see
brothers or sisters being inappropriate in
front of others ... s,i.y something. We would
if we didn't like what they were doing.
Include your spouses name when you talk at
work .. It becomes natural. No one has the
authority over you to make you less than
what God h:i.s created. Be proud of who
you are and let it shine.
Have a fun, safe summer.
Steve
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-Where are Democrats on the
Federal Marriage
Amendment?
by 1\r!att Foreman, ExeC11tive Director, National
Gqy and Lesbian Task Force:
You've got to hand it to the Bush
Administration: they take care of their
own. Wealthy folks have received tax
breaks; Star Wars defense contractors are
reaping billions; pollution controls on
business are being eased; national forests
have been opened to logging.
Perhaps nothing is more glaring, however,
than what has been done to cater to the
demands of the religious right. For them,
the constitutionally-mandated separation
between church and state has been
breached by the President's "Faith Based
Initiative." Federal law now bans "late
term abortion" at home and the
administration has relentlessly attacked
family planning programs abroad. With
barely a shred of empirical evidence to
show they work, "abstinence only"
programs that actually ban access to real
sex education or HIV prevention
information - are being lavishly funded.
Even with all of these giveaways, the
religious right demanded more and they
got it: the President's active support of an
amendment to the U.S. Constitution
prohibiting the recognition of same-sex
marriage and enshrining the second class
citizenship of gay and lesbian couples in
our nation's most sacred document.
We can moan and groan, but the President
is delivering money and issue red meat to
a part of the electorate tl1at was
responsible for 40% of his votes in 2000 .
In return, they are energized, grateful, and
will turn out en masse in November - an
essential ingredient if Mr. Bush is to be
re-elected. Old fashioned, smart politics.
Continued next coiumn:
June l, 2004
So what are the Democrats doing to protect
and energize a critical part of their base,
namely the gay, lesbian, bisexual and
transgender community? After all, our people
consistently and overwhelmingly vote
Democratic. (In light of the GOP's lousy
positions on so many key gay issues, it's not
hard to understand why.) In fact, we are the
party's third most loyal bloc of support just
behind the African American and Jewish
communities. We've remained loyal in spite of
slaps like "Don't Ask/Don't Tell," the federal
Defense of Marriage Act, and the lack of a
single federal law acknowledging our existence,
even when the Democrats controlled the
\'vhite House and one or both houses of
Congress. Just as important in this day and
age, our community raises a ton of money for
the party - far outstripping our proportion of
the vote. Given all of this, one would think the
party would be willing - rhetorically and
legislatively - to stand up for us.
Let me be specific. I don't understand why our
community should have to spend one more
hour, one more dime, make one more phone
call or write one more letter to make sure an
anti-gay, anti-marriage constitutional
amendment is dead on arrival in the U.S.
Senate.
Last July 17, Senate Minority Leader Tom
Daschle pledged that Senate Democrats would
kill the federal marriage amendment if it ever
came to a vote. We were all grateful and
relieved to hear that pledge. But, it didn't feel
like such a big lift to me because killing the
amendment requires only 34 votes, and there
are 48 Democrats, five of whom are retiring at
the end of this year. In other words, every
single Democratic Senator considered "at risk"
this fall could be "let off the hook" on this
vote, if necessary, and the amendment would
still be defeated.
In a classic display of Washington legalese -
we've since discovered that last July's pledge is
in question. You see, it apparently applied only
to "the" Federal Marriage Amendmenr as
written lasr year.
Continued page-21 ,Walt Fore111at1
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Gay Traveler., from page 7
They have a wide choice of dinner en trees
including Ribeyes, Shrimp, Salmon and a
large selection of desserts. A full wine list
and plenty of drinks. We have dined at
several restaurants in Phoenix over the years
and this is by far the finest dining
experience that we have ever had in the city.
They also have Johnson's Lounge which has
a piano bar right next to the restaurant. This
is a perfect place to meet other guests at the
Resort. On weekends, the Sky Deck Bar is
open on the 5th floor and is all outside.
There is always a lot happening at the
restaurant and bars. Check out their full
listings of drink specials, events and
entertainment at: www.johnsonsbar.com
This is one of those rare places where
you can check in to the hotel and stay right
there and never want to leave. They are
close to several other i;estaurants and gay/
lesbian bars if you wish to go however with
what the Calamus Resort has to offer, many
guests just stay right there to enjoy
themselves.
They are located about 8 miles from the
airport and just minutes to several gay bars.
Actually Phoenix has more gay bars than
any other major city including San
Francisco and New York City. Most are
very nice and everyone is extremely
friendly. Art Galleries, Museums and
wonderful shopping are located nearby. Be
sure to check out the new GRAND hotels in
Phoenix, the Biltmore and the Phoenician.
Both are.world class hotels with room prices
to go with it. We enjoyed shopping at the
YOUR COMPLETE PRIDE STORE at
4700 North Central. They carry a great line
of jewelry, clubwear, sportswear, underwear,
cards, gifts, books, magazines and
swimwear.
For first time travelers to Phoenix a few
things to ·see and do are: Scenic drive from
Camp Verde to Flagstaff, next column ...
Papago Park Area, Northern Arizona and I
the Navajo Nation, La Posada Resort, ·
Kartchner Caverns State Park, Heard
Museum, Grand Canyon and the ArizonaSonora
Desert Museum.
The late great Senator Barry Goldwater ,
from Arizona summed it up best when he I
said, "The big thing is to make this country,j
along with every other country in the l
world ... quit discriminating against people i
just because they're gay .. You don't have toj
agree with it, but they have a constitutional]
right to be gay." Truer words were never l
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spoken. • I
If you are wanting to get away for a few1
days, we certainly recommend the J
CALAMUS RESORT in Phoenix. They f
have come up with a really great gay/lesbia.d
resort. Vern and James and their staff will l
certainly make you feel right at home and :4
you will have a great time. I
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Resort, check out their web site at: j
www.calamusresort.com or give them a call!
at: l-877-4CALAMUS. Their email is: ·1
jamesmcavoy7 l 6@hotmail.com For other 1
information on Gay Phoenix and Gay I
Arizona, go to: • I
www.visitgayarizona.com. They will be I
happy to send you at no charge one of theirj
colorful pamphlets on GAY ARIZONA! Iti
lists many activities of gay and lesbian
interest for travelers. Their toll free
telephone number is l-800-GAYAZ4U.
For more information about gay travel,
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gaytravelers@aol.com or visit their web
page at: http://www.hometown.aol.com/ I
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KANSAS REJECTS ANTI-GAY
BIGOTRY IN STATE
CONSTITUTION
Gaywire Release:
WASHINGTON - The Kansas
Legislature adjourned May 8, effectively
killing a proposed anti-gay amendment
to the state Constitution that would
have denied marriage to same-sex
couples in the state. The measure, which
failed in Senate and House votes, would
have also denied the legal protections of
marriage to same-sex couples in civil
unions or domestic partnerships.
"Legislators recognized that
resurrecting an anti-gay amendment to
the Kansas Constitution was a bad idea
and waste of time," said HRC President
Cheryl Jacques. "This amendment was
twice rejected - first by the Senate and
then by the House. But some lawmakers
just couldn't take no for an answer. It's
heartening to see fairness won out."
Following a successful House vote, the
Senate, lead in part by Republican State
Sen. David Adkins, rejected the measure
on March 26. Lawmakers then brought
the measure up for another vote. The
Senate passed it, however, on May 4, the
House rejected it the second time
around.
The Human Rights Campaign is the
largest national lesbian,
gay, bisexual and
transgender political
organization with
members throughout
the country. It
effectively lobbies
Congress, provides
campaign support and
educates the public to
ensure that LGBT
Americans can be open,
honest and safe at
home, at work and in
the community.
June 1, 2004
Quotable Quotes
"I am going to be tonight very strongly
on the side of those
who are fighting for a legal frame in
which they can develop their relationship
normally in their lives. In other words,
gay marriage - yes, please! Absolutely
yes!"
-Actor Antonio Banderas at the GLAAD
Media Awards, March
27 in Los Angeles.
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by Jill Dearman
'Work off steam, Aries!"
ARIES (lvfarch 21 to April 20): On June 3, the
moon close to volatile Pluto in your house of
adventure could put a confrontational bee in your
bonnet. Just make sure you count to 10 before
exploding. A little physical exercise helps you work
off steam and banish all your inner demons. A
Pisces makes a good workout buddy - and I don't
mean at the gym.
TAURUS (April 21 to May 20): You may have to
pull back and stay out of trouble when it comes to
a tricky new relationship. Not everyone is as
straightforward as you are, baby. If you sense you
are being manipulated, you are! An Aries, however,
would never pull a fast one on you
GEMINI (May 21 to June 21): The Sun moves
close to Venus in your sign this week, so get ready
for a Libra to move closer to you. You are an ace at
reading the romantic signs, my dear. Keep your eyes
open and your lips ready.
CANCER (June 22 to July 22): You need to channel
your rage, dear Cancer. Mars is stirring up your
blood, but Saturn is insisting that you find a
constructive outlet for those feelings. It doesn't
matter whether you choose kickboxing or karate;
just do something to release your anger. And then
release your passion all over an Aries.
LEO (July 23 to August 22): Anxiety peaks around
the full moon on June 3, and then chill-out season
officially begins for you. Make sure that you plan
lots of time with a Libra during these late spring
weeks. You need to be around someone who
reminds you of your dreams.
VIRGO (August 23 to September 22): You may
not get a chance to work on something that's
important to you this week, but don't beat vourself
up about it. Turn to a Cancer for encour:1g~ment.
Early June is your spring-cleaning time. Organize
and reorganize your environment, your workload,
your social calendar ... everything. You'll make up for lost
time soon enough.
LIBRA (September 23 to October 22): The
Sun hooks up with your ruler Venus in your I
house of adventure, so this is a great week to
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make a major play for someone you would
like to play with. A Cancer is open to whatever ·1
you've got to offer. Be sure you are offering a lot.
SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21):
The full moon on June 3 falls in your house !
of money, which means that you will need to
pay special attention to this sensitive area of
your life. Pay off a debt tl1at you've been
carrying around for way too long. Another
Scorpio wants to carry you around for a
while.
SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to i
December 21): The full moon in your sign on :J
June 3 pulls you closer to a Jover you've been ·j
pulling away from. What are you afraid of? ~
This is the week to face that fear. A Gemini is -,
just as nervous as you are. It's time to jump :l
deeper into the relationship, not out of it. i
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CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19): I
Your body is your best friend this week, my 1
darling, so listen to it. As the Sun and Venus 1
transi. t your h ouse o f health, try to tune in to .lt
what your body is telling you. Do you need to j
slow down your pace or speed it up? A 'j
Gemini v;,ill give you the hands-on help you 1
need. 1
AQUARIUS Oapuary 20 to February 18):
Don't rush to judgment about a friendship,
sweetie. More information is coming down
the pike. Take this week to express what you
need to a Pisces, a,,d then wait. Patience pays
off. Spend a little extra time with yourself.
You've been way too harried lately.
PISCES (February 19 to March 20): On June
2, the full moon in your house of friends
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and affectio~ate Taurus pal. Don't try to plan j
tomorrow. Just revel in this unexpected treat. .,•
You need more surprises like this in vour life . ._ - , I
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If the amendment is re-worded so it still
outlaws same-sex marriage anywhere in the
country but leaves the door open to state-based
domestic partnerships or civil unions, all bets
are off.
As a result, LGBT organizations including my
own -are making desperate appeals to their
members asking them to press their
representatives in Washington to oppose the
amendment. Our allies at the Human Rights
Campaign, for example, have raised S6 million
to fight it. Log Cabin Republicans and their
principled new leader Patrick Guerriero are
spending Sl million on anti-amendment
advertising. Ironically, even the Democratic
Party has jumped on the bandwagon, seeking
500,000 signatures on petitions opposing the
amendment to be circulated during gay pride
events this summer.
For me, it's appalling - indeed, sickening - that
scarce resources are being sucked into this work.
Every resource we have should instead be
funneled to our allies in the ten or more states
facing ugly and divisive campaigns to ratify antimarriage
state constitutional amendments this
November. Sadly, it looks as though our allies
will be left nearly high and dry, again.
We thought we could help head this off and
give some cover to those now getting squishy on
us by getting a few senators from safe Qet me
say SAFE) seats not up for election this year to
say unambiguously that they would oppose any
amendment seeking to restrict marriage rights.
(There's no shortage of ways to say this ,..-ithout
god forbid - having to endorse marriage
equality.) Turns out not even THEY would
come through. One response I got from a
SAFE seat was, "You can't ask us to say we'll
oppose any amendment ... what if the
amendment is reworded to specifically authorize
civil unions?" Like that could happen -when hell
freezes over.
Sorry, I can't buy this. \Y/e're not even asking
Senate Democrats to take a stand for full
equality or asking them to vote against a popular
measure. (ln fact, no poll shows majority
support for the amendment.)
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No, this is about amending the U.S.
Constitution to take away rights from a
minority, something that has never occurred
in the history of our nation. If Bob Barr, the
anti-gay author of the 1996 Defense of
Mii.rriage Act, is against amending the
constitution this ,vay, how hard should this be
for our "friends?"
The religious right knows how to play adult
politics: they insist on getting something in
exchange for their support. It's time we did
the same. Our community is owed a renewed
pledge - now that any anti-marriage
amendment is dead on arrival in the Senate.
If we can't get something this simple and this
just and this easy, then ...
Founded in 1973, the National Gay and
Lesbian Task Force was the first national
lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT)
civil rights and advocacy organization and
remains the movement's leading voice for
freedom, justice, and equality.
Volumn l Issue 6
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Four States Community Directory
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Arkansas, Fayetteville Arkansas, Eureka Springs
Ron's Place- - - - - - - - - - - 479-442-3052 MCC Living Spring- - - - - - - - - - -870-253-9337
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Missouri, Kansas City
Missie B's- - - - 805 W 39th St- - -561-0625
Sidekicks Saloon 3707 Main St- - - 931-1430
Buddies - - - - - - - - - 3715 Main St - - -561-2600
Missouri, Springfield
The Edge- -424 Boonville Ave- - --417-831-4700
Aids Project Ozarks- 513 Kentucky- - 417-624-5788
Missouri, Springfield
Rainbow Christian Ch-837 W J\fadison-417-866-6206
APO- - - - - 1901 E. Bennett, suite D- 417-881-1900
Oklahoma, Tulsa
Martha's Vineyard- 219 w Olive __ -417-864-4572 MCC United- -1623 N. Maplewood- -918-838-1715
Oz Bar 504 E. Commercial - -417-831-9001
Ronisuz Place- - --821 College- - -417-864-0036
Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
Hi-Lo Club 1221 NW 50th- - -405-843-1722
Finish Line -2200 N\\' 39th Expwy- - - 405-525-0730
Club Rox- - - -3535 N\,' 39th Expwy - -405-947-2351
Topanga Grill & Bar- 3535 NW 39th -405-947-2351
Oklahoma, Tlllsa
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Club Maverick- 822 S. Sheridan - 918-835-3301 Office Max- -440 Rangeline Rd- ____ 417-623-1007
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New Age Renegades- - -1649 S. Main -918-585-3405
Play-Mor-Club- - 1737 S. Memorial - - 918-838-9792
Sliver Star Saloon- -1565 S. Sheridan -918-834-4234 Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
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Fairfield Inn by Marriott- 417-624-7800
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Catus Canyon Campground 417-683-9199
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V olume-1 Issue-3 "It's A Ilfe, Not A Lifestyle" March 2004
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In the most recent primary in the State of
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was practically begging for precinct workers,
especially Democrats. The sad thing is how
literally board to tears the workers where
because of the slow turnout. You should
have voted in my precinct. It was held at
Eastmoreland Elementary School and the
enthusiasm of the second graders were heartwarming
and if only they could vote. They
didn't understand what a ballot was and
asked if they could see one. Why couldn't
they vote? Did it mean that something was
going to happen? The questions, the inquisitive
minds, the expectation in the air and the
excitement about getting to vote. The precinct
workers arranged for the kids to get to
use practice ballots and taught them how it
all works. To the surprise of many, even
these second graders could use the ballots
without experiencing the "dangling chards."
I am always amazed at the number of people
who complain about something, anything
and then won't do anything about it Nag,
nag, and nag! Bitch, bitch, bitch! But oh me,
I don't have time to do anything about it. But
back to the point or is that the point? Where
is your excitement? Where is your enthusiasm?
Where is the expectation of change and
being a part of that change?
Yes! Yes! Yes! Your voice and your vote
counts ... every vote counts and it is your
responsibility to get out and vote. Maybe
even to help get others to the precincts to do
the same.
Continued Steve T. Urie page-5
Volume-1 Issue-3 Page 3
There Is No Middle.
Marriage or Nothing!!!
Joplin, MO
February certainly was a month of national
debate on the issue of Marriage
rights for American Gays and Lesbians. It
has been discussed by the national, local,
and foreign media, political parties, religious
organizations, your parents, your
neighbors, your friends, you name it. It is
one of the hottest social issue's in decades
and this country is very divided on the solution.
Yes, the People of these United
States of America are divided on, to give
or not to give, an estimated 16 million citizens
their constitutional right to legally
marry the one they love. Whoa!!!
We absolutely can not settle for a compromise
of legalizing only "Same Sex Unions".
We can not allow our constitution
to be changed to discriminate against us.
We are all aware of the San Francisco
Mayor's decision to challenge the California
State Constitution and issue marriage
licenses to same-sex couples. Over 4,000
couple's have been issued marriage
licenses and taken their vow's.
In addition here are other events and
headline briefs from around the world.
From New York Times
This paper fully supports the right of gay
men and lesbians to marry, and we believe
that in time they will have this right across
the nation.
Cambodian King Backs Same-Sex
Marriage.
King Norodom Sihandouk is an advocate of
Lesbian and Gay rights, and has expressed his
wishes for his country to accept and ''Legalize''
marriage for same-sex couples.
March 2004
Lesbian and Gay couples wed in
New Mexico.
On Feb. 20th Same-sex couples began
to marry in Sandoval County, N.M.
The Collllty Clerk had determined State
law did not prohibit it. Later that afternoon
New Mexico stopped granting
licenses.
Canada: Gay marriage survives
challenge.
Canadian government officials
drafted a same-sex marriage law that is
now under consideration by the country's
Supreme Court. In the meantime, the
provinces of Ontario and British Columbia
have begun issuing marriage licenses
for same-sex couples.
Massachusetts Court Stands
by Roling
On Feb. 4th the Massachusetts High
Court stuck to their guns and stated
" civil unions for same-sex couples are
not a viable alternative to full marriage
in the eyes of the State constitution".
Freedom to Marry Week (Feb 9-15)
Same-sex marriage activists across the
country held rallies and demanded marriage
licenses from county bureaus.
Is Chicago Next ?
In a news conference, Wed. Feb. 19
Chicago Mayor Richard Daley said he
would have "no problem" with the city
clerks office following the lead of San
Francisco and issuing marriage licenses
to same-sex couples.
Bush Declares War on
Gay's and Lesbian's
Feb. 24, 2004 Bush finall ts off the
fence and comes out e the constitution
to discriminate against Gay's
and Lesbian's by calling on congress to
enact the Federal Mamage Amendment
FMA defines Marriage as only
a man and a women.
Editor continued -Daf!.e 5
Volume l Issue 3 Page 4
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KNOW YOUR RIGHTS!
IF YOU ARE STOPPED BY
THE POLICE OR ARRESTED
From ACLU Ozarks Chapter:
When you are stopped by the police or
arrested, you have certain rights under
the law. These rights are the same
whether or not you have done anything
wrong. Know these rights and use them
during your encounter with the police.
Above all, do not do or say anything that
would make your situation worse. What
you say to the police is always important.
What you say can be used against
you, and it can give the police a chance
to arrest you, especially if you badmouth
a police officer.
Remember that you have the right to
remain silent. Use that right!
Do not resist or try to run away. Keep
your hands where the police can see
them. Never touch a police officer. Stay
calm and speak politely.
Insist on knowing why you have been
stopped. Ask, "Officer, why did you stop
me?" (Note: Your race, ethnic background,
gender, sexual orientation, disability,
age or appearance alone are not
valid reasons for the officer to stop
you).
If you are stopped while you are driving,
give the officer your driver's license,
registration and proqf of insurance if he
or she asks for them. If you're given a
ticket, you should sign it; otherwise you
can be arrested. You can always fight
the case later in court. If you're suspected
of drunk driving (DWI) and refuse
to take a blood, urine or breath test,
your driver's license may be suspended.
Continued page 14 ........ .
Volume-1 lssue-3 Page 5 March 2004
From }t1/,6 2-Steve T. Urie
Think about the issues, this isn't
just a time for gay marriage but a time
to think about jobs, the economy, justification
of war, and the direction of
where our com1try is headed.
Our president has said it is OK for companies
to send jobs out of the country if it is
cost effective but at whose cost? Our president
has told us that the war in Iraq was and
is justified because of weapons of mass
destruction but where are those weapons?
Our president has said the economy is rock
solid but it is so rock solid that people all
across our state and even the country have
gone years without raises and the cost of
living raises don't match the cost of living,
so ,vhere is our rock solid economy? Then
yes there is the issue of gay marriage and
everyone's right to be married. So far I
have been disappointed in the Democratic
leaderships lack of picking up this issue.
We have not taken a true stand on this issue
and we must. The candidates are tiptoeing
around the issue but there is a storm brewing
that could be the equivalent of the civil
rights movements of the 1960's. The headlines
this week have all been overshadowed
by the events in San Francisco and today a
county clerk in the state ofNew Mexico
followed suit in issuing marriage licenses to
same sex couples. Yes it is headed to the
courts but it is also very likely to be headed
toward a Constitutional Amendment against
it. An open act of discrimination against a
single group of people and this must not be
allowed. The issue is there for all to see and
yet. .. where will you be Election Day?
You have a chance to change our
country by removing Mr. Bush :from
the Presidency but maybe just as important
is the fact that you get out to vote
at all.
Take yourself, your responsibility seriously
and VOTE!
Have a great month ...
Steve ............... ..
Editors page fi·om page-3
A spokesman :from the Log Cabin Republicans,
a predominately gay and lesbian political
group, have abandoned the Bush for
re-election campaign and stated " President
Bush has declared war on Gay's and Lesbian's".
Although Democratic Presidential hopeful'
s Kerry and Edwards are against legalizing
marriage for Gay's and Lesbian's,
they both support civil union's and have
spoken out against the Bush proposed constitutional
amendment to ban same-sex
marriage.
Civil Union's are not separate and equal,
but separate and unequal, but the Democratic
candidate's position on issue's critical
to our community are so much better than
those of President Bush. Our biggest battle
now is not the battle to legalize marriage
for same-sex couples, but to fight against a
constitutional amendment that would shut
down the right altogether.
Yes, February 2004 was very exciting, but
now we must face reality and go to work. I
urge all of you to contact your congressional
representatives and voice your opinion.
C. D. Ward
Editor, Oz.arks Pride
Joplin, MO KOAM TV Poll Results
Question: What do you think of Gay Marriage?
www.koamtv.com
I approve of Gay Marriage.=68%
! do not approve of Gay Marriage=30%
I have no opinion on Gay Marriage= 2%
W11at is ''Gay Marriage"? We would point out to
KO.\.M, there is no such thing as" Gay Marriage".
The correct term is "Marriage for Gay's and Lesbian's".
Volume 1 Issue 3
About M-.lte Trnh
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Page 6
Chinese Transsexual Chen Lili received
the OK to enter the Miss Universe
Pageant to be held in Ecuador June
1, 2004. First she must win the contest in
her southeast Chinese Province of
Sichuan.
" I hope to clinch the crown" said the
successful model Chen Lili. Chen Lili
was allowed to change her gender identity
by the Chinese government in January.
She will be the first Transsexual
allowed to compete for the coveted Miss
Universe crown.
March 2004 J
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OUT ON VACATION
"Traveling in the gay friendly world"
By Donald Pile and Ray Williams
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THE NEW AND IMPROVED JOPLIN, MISSOURI
It has been a few years since we visited Joplin,
i Missouri and what a change just a few years can
'------------~ make. If you can't afford the time or money right
now to go to Florida, Arizona or California then why not try Joplin. Yes! Joplin,
Missouri!
Charles Ward, formerly of Oklahoma City has opened a wonderful new B&B in
Joplin. FACES GUEST HOUSE (www.facesguesthouse.com) is located at 327 No.
Jackson, just a few blocks north of downtown. It is a beautifully furnished Dutch
Colonial Cottage, circa 1898. Charles has completely refurbished all the rooms.
The large Garden Suite with private bath and adjoining sun room filled with tropical
plants overlooks a garden with fountains. They also have the Romeo Room and the
Burgundy Room. Each room is decorated beautifully. A continental breakfast buffet
is served in the formal dining room each morning. There is a large formal living
room with fireplace for meeting other guests. This is one of the loveliest B&B's that
we have found in the Midwest. As for the name, FACES? One of the former
owners many years ago began putting different faces in the cement on the outside of
the house itself and on the cement walls around the house. There are 19 total. This
is VERY interesting. Charles has done an absolutely outstanding job. It is worth
staying there JUST to have one of his very famous and delicious Faces Martinis!
They are the best that we have ever drank. Be sure and stay there when you visit
Joplin. Their toll free number for reservations is :l-866-238-6721.
Now, for the wonderful food part of this column. Larry Black recently opened
one of the most exciting, romantic and delicious restaurants in the four State area.
THE CONNER HOUSE is located downtown Joplin at 612 South Main St. It is an
extremely elegant restaurant with crystal chandeliers, beautiful oil paintings and of
~ course live dinner music at the piano. The ambiance, the service, the food, EVERYTHING
is done right here. Our server was Trinity who knows how to treat guests ....
overly attentive without being obtrusive. When making a reservation do ask for one
of his tables. They have a wide range menu including appetizers ... escargot, shrimp
cocktail, Italian Bake and Conner Crab Dip. We had the French onion soup and it
was marvelous. For entrees you have a wide range of choices from Fillet, New
York Strip, Rib Eye, Beef Tip Bourguignon to Chicken Parmesan, Chicken Piccata
and Chicken Alfredo. If Veal Oscar is your favorite they offer that too. We love
seafood and they have Norwegian Salmon, the BIGGEST golden fried shrimp we
have ever had, Shrimp Scampi and Conner Red Snapper. Be sure and save room for
dessert. Their Bananas Foster and Cherries Jubilee which is prepared tableside is to
die for! They have a full bar and wine selection. Besides all this wonderfulness the
real treat is that it is not expensive. It is extremely reasonably priced. You can't
dine at the chain restaurants for this price.
Continued page- IO new Joplin
Volume l Issue 3 I Ozarks Pride Page 9 March 2004
Destination New Orleans
" Gay Mecca " " Big Easy"
By OP rontribnti11g 1JJriter T. J. Kel/y
New Orleans is a city steeped in tradition,
history and mystery. From it's
past as a haven for voodoo practitioners
and French traders to the present day
)
city of culture and technology there is a
little something for everyone in the Big
} Easy. In this two-part story, I will cover
many tings to see and do in New Orleans.
New Orleans has been influenced by
many different cultures starting with the
Spanish who settled what was then
Lousianne; to the French, under whom
the city ofNew Orleans flourished. As
the provincial government seat of the
Louisiana territory and major gulf port,
New Orleans grew rapidly. These influences
can still be seen in the city, especially
in the old French Quarter (taken
from the French term for neighborhood
"quartier").
The French Quarter is probably the
most talked about and recognizable feature
of the city except for the Mississippi
river. The Quarter is full of old bars,
taverns, restaurants, shops, cafes ect.
Blocks from the shores of the Mississippi,
tourists and locals alike patronize
the many establishments there and take
) in the beautiful Jackson square (off
~ which the famous Cafe du Monde is
) located). Because the bars have no closing
time in New Orleans, the Quarter is a
great place to party whether it's 5pm or
5am. In the Quarter you can go shopping
for groceries at the Quartermaster
A&P and Nelly Deli in the Gay District
on Bourbon St., Central Grocery on Decatur
St. or any of the many tiny A&P's
located in the area. You can shop for
gay pride items, fine art, fresh fish and
seafood and everything in-between.
Probably the most well knovro facet
of the Quarter is Bourbon Street. Bourbon
St. is lined, mostly, with bars restaurants and
tourist shops. Old French colonial buildings
line the street with balconies overlooking the
street from the second stories. During the
peak tourist seasons (February-April and
July-September) Bourbon St. is packed full
of people bar hopping, dancing and
"working" for beads. One of the more famous
establishments on Bourbon St. is Pat
O'Brien's. Pat O's (as it is known) is the
"home of the Hurricane". Pat O's also has an
extensive Cajun and creative drink menu.
When you order a Hurricane at Pat O's, it
comes in a souvenir Hurricane glass. If you
don't want to keep the glass, it is returnable
at the bar for a $3 refund. Another great
place on Bourbon is Razzoo's. Razzoo's is a
live venue bar with a house blues band. The
house band plays every day during happy
hour. With 3 for I drink specials, no cover
and great music, Razzoo's is hard to beat.
When it comes to restaurants, New Orleans
is top of the list. Whether you are looking
for classic Cajun in a Mom-and-Pop, AllAmerican
in a chain restaurant, or coat and
tie in an elegant French restaurant; New Orleans
has it all. Some of the better places to
eat in the Quarter are along Decatur and
Chartres Streets and just outside the Quarter
on Frenchman Street. Some of the commercialized
restaurants in the Quarter are Bubba
Gump's, Jimmy Buffet's Margaritaville,
Hard Rock Cafe and TGI Fridays. Gump's
and Margaritaville are great places to go for
drinks and appetizers. A couple of the established
restaurants in the Quarter are Dicky
Brennan's Steak house and K-Paul's
Kitchen. Both are casual during lunch and
coat and tie for dinner. One of the better low
cost, casual places to eat in the Quarter is
Angel Li's gourmet pizza. Toppings at Angel
Li's include the classics to artichokes,
tuna, crawfish, asparagus, feta cheese and
many other choice toppings.
New Orleans continued page-] I
Volume-1 Issue- 3 Page 10 Mru:ch2004
New Jop/il}-jrom page 7
They are open for lunch Tuesday thru
Saturday 11 to 2:30 and for dinner 5 to
9:30. Their phone number is ( 417) 623-
2833.
Now it is "party time" and off to
REE'S Nightclub at 716 South Main just
a couple blocks south of the Conner
House Restaurant. They are open Monday
thru Saturday from 4 pm to 1 :30 am
with Happy Hour everyday from 4 to 7.
They are closed on Sundays. Terry,
who is "hot and VERY available" is a
great bartender. Richard, the owner and
all of the staff are extremely friendly
and so are all the people in the bar! Everyone
makes you feel right at home here.
Something is always happening at Ree's
nightclub. They have a great disco
dance floor, D.J, Combo nights, stage
shows, and their Saturday dance parties.
Their phone number is (417) 627-9035.
We promise you that you will have lots
of fun at this nightclub. One note for
out of Towner's coming to Joplin is
about parking at both the restaurant and
the bar. Both face Main Street however
their entrances are in the back and they
have huge lighted parking lots.
Steve T. Urie is the Pastor of the
MCC Joplin-Spirit Christ Metropolitan
Community Church, located at 2902 E.
20th Street. Services are 7 PM on Sundays.
Joplin has a lot of tourist attractions
including the Grand Falls, which is the
only continuously running waterfall in
the State, The Joplin Museum Complex
and The Spiva Center for the Arts One
of the most overlooked things to see in
Joplin is their wonderful Architecture.
They have one of the most interesting
and complex array of architectural
styles in the Midwest, ranging from Victorian,
Queen Anne, Italianate, Gothic
Revival, Romanesque, Neoclassic,
Next column ,,
Greek Revival, Dutch Colonial, Arts &
Craft Movement including Bungalow
and Prairie and Chicago Style. Stop by
the Joplin Convention & Visitors Bureau
at 222 West 3rd and pick up some of the
brochures.
If FACES Guesthouse is booked up when
you plan to go to Joplin, then we suggest the
gay friendly Fairfield Inn at 3301 South
Range Line Road. Their toll free number is:
1-800-228-2800
Always remember, "live, love and laugh"
and enjoy your traveling. For questions
about traveling contact Donald and Ray at
gaytravelers@aol.com
or visit their web page at:
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Turnabout Fundraiser
A Success!
Joplin, MO by T.J. Kelly
On Friday February 6th 2004, Ree's of
Joplin held it's annual turnabout fundraiser
show for the Joplin Community
Clinic.
The free clinic allows the customers of
Ree's to use their parking lot free of
charge without risk of being towed. Beyond
that, many patrons utilize the
clinic's free services. The clinic relies
on contributions to stay open, not accepting
government contributions which
would stipulate how it is run to include
who uses the parking lot. It is known
that the clinic turned down a large contribution
contingent on the fencing off of
the parking lot so as not to be used by
the gay establishment
The grant was turned down in support of
the gay community as a matter of principle.
In appreciation, the owner of the
club wanted to give back, with a turnabout
fundraiser show.
This year, Karaoke Jockey Robbie and
bartender Terry were the guest performers,
along with a special appearance by
Miss Dolly. The show also included a
rare appearance by the Grand Dame of
Joplin, Miss Lilly. To finish out the line
up were regulars from the Robbie
Walker Friday Night Showcase including
Robbie Walker, Latina Carlisle, Justice
Janelle Moore and a farewell appearance
by Alexis De Ville.
All proceeds from the show went to the
Joplin Community Clinic which included
all performer tips and a portion of
the cover charge. The show raised over
$560 for the clinic . . ., .. , ........
Mar"h 2004
New Orleans cont.from page -9
If you're looking for culture, the Quarter
is a great starting place. For those who
have never been to the Big Easy, I would
recommend a guided tour, perhaps by
horse drawn carriage that you can find
parked at Jackson square. These tours will
take you by the major sites including St.
Louis Cemetery 1, where the voodoo
priestess Marie Louveau and stop frequently
to let you visit the sites before
moving on. Just outside the Quarter off
Camp and N. St. Peter's Streets is the DDay
museum for military buffs. It is a
beautiful building with a wonderful tribute
to those who fought in the invasion of Normandy
on D-day during WWII. Another
fun tour would be one of many "Haunted
New Orleans" tours which you can sign up
for at many tourist shops and information
centers. Many of the tours start at a designated
place (like the statue in Jackson
square, for example) at dusk. These are all
walking tours, covering a very large area
including Mansions, cemeteries and buildings
... so wear your tennis. In the same
line as the Haunted tours is the Anne Rice
tour, for fans of the author ( or her gorgeom
son who happens to be a gay author and
poet). This tour hits places mentioned in
her novels mostly from the Vampire
Chronicles and Witching hour series and
takes you by her mansion in the Garden
district. Along Decatur Street is a little bit
of culture and shopping in the French Market
where fanners market meets flea market.
Everything from fresh grown fruits
and veggies to tourist trinkets and homemade
fudge and candy stores line the
French Market.
In the next issue, I will cover things to
see and do in the New Orleans Metro area
outside the Quarter including the Garden
District, Plantation Tours and the New
Orleans Gay scene.
To be continued in OP April issue.
Volwnt-1 Issue- 3 Page 12 March2004
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The Husband-Wife team aettled here in Joplin, and currently established the River Of Life Church in
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Know your rights continued:
If you are not driving (for example, if
you are walking), you are not required
to carry any type of identification. If
you are asked for identification, you
may give it to the officer if you want
to, but you do not have to do this. You
can't be arrested merely for refusing to
identify yourself on the street.
Never give false information to a police
officer.
Police may "pat down" your clothing if
they suspect a concealed weapon.
Don't physically resist, but make it
dear that you don't consent to any
further search.
Ask the officer, "Am I free to leave?" If
the officer says "No," assume that you
are under arrest. If the officer says
'Yes," you can leave.
Remember that you have the right to
remain silent. In most situations, do
not say anything except to identify
yourself or ask the officer why you
have been stopped. Don't bad-mouth a
police officer, even if you believe that
what is happening is unreasonable.
That could lead to your arrest.
Police may ask to search you, your car,
or your home. Do not agree to such a
search. Be polite, but make it clear
that you are not consenting to a
search. IMPORTANT: The police may
have a right to search you anyhow, and
they can do it without your consent.
BUT if you give them consent, you may
not be able to challenge an illegal
search later in court.
It is not lawful for police to arrest you
simply for refusing to consent to a
search. If the police say they have a
search warrant, ask to see it.
NOTE: More to come, Know Your Rights
from the ACLU Ozarks Chapter will be
continued in the April issue of Ozarks
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Four States Community Directory
-Bars- NightclubsRon's-----
Fayetteville, AR--( 479)442-3052
Studio 716---Fayetteville, AR--(479)571-1300
Rce•s----Joplin, MO--(417)627-9035,
Edge------Springfidd, M0--(417)831-4700
Martha's Vintyard-Springfidd, MO-(417)831-6144
Oz------Springfield, MO-(417)831-9001
Ronisuz Place---Springfidd, M0--(417)864-0036
Bamboo Lo1.1!1ge--Tulsa, OK-{918)836-8700
The End Up----Tulsa, OK-{918)282-6503
Heads & Tails------Tulsa, OK-{918)6607878
Club Majestic-Tulsa, OK--(918)584-9494
Renegades--- Tulsa, OK--(918)585-3405
Play-Mor-Club---Tulsa, OK---(918)838-9792
Silver Star Saloon-Tulsa, OK---(918)838-4234
TNT's-----Tulsa, OK---(918)660-0856
Tool Box.----Tulsa, OK-{918)584-1308
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Faccs Guesthousc B&B Joplin, MO(417)621-9915
Fairfield Inn by Marriott-Joplin, MO(417J624-7800
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UCCFF-204 N.Jackson Me, Joplin, MO-10:30AM
River ofLifo Church-Timmons Chapel PSU-Pittsburg. KS
MCC United Tulsa-1623 N. Mapl=ood-918-838-1715
MCC Living Spring-Eureka Springs, :\R-870-253-9337
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A LGBT COMMUNITY VOICE
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Volume 1 Issue 5 "It's A Life, Not A Lifestyle" May 1, 2004
NOW OPEN WED THRU SUN 9PM TO 2AM
Daily Specials & Events - Shows Every Other Sunday - queer as folk Sun 9pm
Volume 1 Issue 5 Page 2 May 1, 2004
Publisher:
Ozarks Pride
2401 E. 32nd St., Suite 10-243
Joplin, Missouri 64804-3128
www:ozarkspride.com
Editor: G.D. Ward (editor@ozarkspride.com)
Member: National Lesbian Gay Journalist Association
Contributing Writers:
T.J. Kelly
Greg Steele
Columnist:
Sieve T. Urie
Donald Pile
Ray Williams
Contents:
Steve T. Urie - page 2
Editor's Page -page 3
Gabby Dearest- page 3
Identity Theft - Page 4
Book Review Oklahoman -page 5
Donald & Ray, Out on Vacation- ~age 7
Ozarks Pride Out Cruzin- page 1 O
Thank Your Legislators- page 15
Classifieds-page 18
Community Directory- page 19
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Phone (417) 437-2275 for larger and full page ad
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Deadline for all advertising, articles and
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next months issue.
Ozarks Pride Magazine it publi,hed & distributed monthly as a
community service by Ozarl:s Pride Group of Joplin, MissourL
Public•tion of the name, photogr•ph or likeness of •ny person,
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DON'T LET
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GO OUT ...
DON'T LET
THE LIGHT GO
Due to a serious health problem resulting
in surgery, Steve was unable to submit
his column for this issue. We all wish him
a speedy recovery and anxiously await
his next contribution. Our prayers are
with you, Steve. --------
Apr i I 21, 2004
HRC APPLAUDS CALIFORNIA
LEGISLATURE'S VOTE IN FAVOR OF
MARRIAGE EQUALITY
'With one ordinary committee vote,
California sent an extraordinary message
across the nation that only marriage provides
full rights, responsibilities and benefits for
same-sex couples and their families,' sai.d
HRC President Cheryl Jacques.
Jf7ASHINGTON - The Human Rights Campaign
praised a California state committee for passing the
first legislative ,-ote in the United States in favor of
marriage equality.
The California State Assembly Judiciary
Committee voted 8 to 3 on Tuesday, April 20, to
pass the Marriage License Non-Discrimination Act
(AB 1967). Sponsored by Equality California - the
statewide gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender
group - and introduced by Assemblyman Mark
Leno, D-San Francisco, the measure would allow
California to marry same-sex couples.
"With one ordinary committee Yote, California
sent an extraordinary message across the nation
that only marriage provides full rights,
responsibilities and benefits for same-sex couples
and their families," said HRC President Cheryl
Jacques.
Read Ehfuii story on wHw.hrc.01z
Ozarks Pride
GAY PRIDE IS COMING!
Just in case some of you may have
, forgotten, June is national Gay Pride
• month. Gay America will decorate from
head to toe and celebrate the
privilege's we've gained in the last 48
years. Yes, almost 50 years the Gay
and Lesbian community has struggled,
fought, protested, screamed, lobbied,
gone to jail and died to bring us to this
point in history that is year 2004.
From what I recall, of course I was very
young, just a mere infant in 1956. The
Gay rebellion was just beginning.
Totally gay bars were popping up
across the country. Gay bathhouses,
cruising area's, drag shows where open
to the public. My Oh My in New
Orleans, The Jewel Box in Kansas City,
Pinocchio's in San Francisco, what a
scandalous site, drag queens performing
in front of straight people. Gay's and
Lesbian's were defying the old order of
society and bringing homosexuality to
the front of the class. We were congregating
in large numbers in public and
openly declaring our sexuality. Gay
Pride was born! Yes, gay people of the
50's and 60's were the pioneers of the
gay rights movement that has resulted
in the freedoms and rights we take for
granted today.
But, the long hard journey is not over.
The generations that followed have
accomplished the unthinkable, accomplishments
my generation thought
unattainable. We have come along way
baby! Now it is the younger
generation's turn to take us where we
belong. To that equal place in society
that even today eludes us. We will work
hard and celebrate our Gay Pride.
C.D. WardiEditor
Dear Gabby Dearest,
I have just recently gotten out of a short
relationship with someone I had a deep
connection with. When we broke up I felt
like my life was over and I didn't think I
could ever find someone as great or as
caring as him, and I still don't. Do you
have any advice for those of us who are
trying to get over someone we truly cared
about and can't seem to forget about?
From: Can't Move On
Dear Can't Move On:
I know how hard it is to get over someone
you truly care for, truth is, you can't make
someone love you or want you back by
smothering them with affection. Most
people like that want space, control, and
time to focus on their problems and feel
like they are alone and aren't ready for any
kind of commitment These are the kind of
people that we, the Long Term
Relationship types, need to stay away
from. It isn't easy to get over them, but at
the same time, it isn't healthy for you to
keep hoping that they will change their
ways. If you feel like you want to call them,
don't, find something to keep you busy.
Don't do the things the two of you used to
do, find a new hobby, basically keep your
mind off of them and one day, you will find
that friendship with that person may be
possible, but don't rush it. Focus on what
is happening in your life and the goals you
have for yourself. You can't make
someone happy unless you are happy.
Gabby Dearest is not a professional therapist.
She is just a wise old lady that has been around
the block many times. Replies to submitted
request for advise should not be construed as
absolute resolutions, just friendly advise from
dear old sweet lady. You may contact Gabby
Dearest by email ....
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or by addressing Gabby Dearest , Ozarks Pride,
2401 E. 32nd St., Suite 10-243,Joplin,MO 64804
Volume l Issue 5 Page4
Want a VOICE in your community?
We welcome your opinion , commentary, and
your input. This publication is about building
Community Unity, and you are a part of
making this happen.
We want you to speak out!
Mailing address:
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Joplin, MO 64804-3128
Email: editor@ozarkspride.com
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submitted must include your name and phone
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May 1, 2004
Identity Theft, Could
It Happen To You?
Compiled by: Greg Steel
OP Contributing writer. ....... .
We have all seen the commercials on
TV. Some are very humorous, but
contain a very serious message. Identity
Theft is fast becoming a very lucrative
international crime. Individuals and entire
families can be financially destroyed,
and it could be avoided by taking a few
precautions to safe guard your personal
information.
The following is a memo sent out to
company employees by a Corporate
Attorney. Maybe we should all take some
of his advise.
1. The next time you order checks have
only your initials (instead of first name) and
last name put on them. If someone takes
your checkbook, they will not know if you
sign your checks with just your initials or
your first name, but your bank will know
how you sign your checks.
2. When you are writing checks to pay on
your credit card accounts, DO NOT put the
complete account number on the "For" line.
Instead, just put the ~1ast four numbers. The
credit card company knows the rest of the
number, and anyone who might be handling
your check as it passes through all the
check processing channels won't have
access to it.
3. Put your work phone # on your checks
instead of your home phone. If you have a
PO Box use that instead of your home
address. If you do not have a PO Box, use
your work address. Never have your SS#
printed on your checks. (DUH!) You can add
it if it is necessary. But if you have it printed,
anyone can get it
Contim,ed page-13 Idmtity
Ozarks Pride Page 5 May 1,2004
OKLAHOMA MAN PUBLISHES BOOK
ENTITLED "FRENCH COUNTRY
SIGNATURE."
By Donald Pile and Ray Williams
The International acclaimed interior designer,
Charles Faudree has just published his new
book, FRENCH COUNTRY SIGNATURE.
Charles Faudree is a delightful chap from Tulsa,
Oklahoma. His new book features dozens of
beautiful color photos of different rooms that be
has so meticulously designed.
Charles is a very interesting and enjoyable
person to talk with. His world wide travels have
enabled him to self-educate himself on the finer things in life. He is very educated,
fun, funny, delightful and we could spend hours and hours with him.
Celebrated for creating French-style interiors, Charles's work has been featured
in leading home magazines, including Traditional Home, Renovation Style, House
Beautiful, Southern Accents and Veranda which happens to be one of our very
favorite magazines. Seven homes designed by Charles including his own, have
been featured on the Home & Garden television network. In 2003, be was chosen
one of the top 100 designers in America by Home Beautiful. Charles Faudree
Antiques and Interiors, established in 1980 in Tulsa, Oklahoma, is the base from
which he travels worldwide to an International clientele.
Charles's clients are found throughout America as well as in Spain, where he
continues his work on the historic Finca la Caprichosa in Pro de Savilla. He assisted
Oklahoma's former first lady, Kathy Keating in the 1995 restoration and
refurbishing of the Governor's Mansion. Five individual homes including his own
have been featured in Home & Garden TV. During his 25 year career as an Interior
designer, Charles's work has appeared in many design magazines and design and
decorating books. Six of his own homes have been featured in Traditional Home
magazine, where he was a Design Award Winner in 1995. He was a featured
designer to Signature Style, a book published by Traditional Home that spotlighted
eight of America's leading interior designers.
"Too much is NEVER enough", says Charles, who has achieved an international
reputation for creating settings that have all the elegant accoutrements of a French
Country estate. It is Charles's union of the rustic with the refined that creates his
distinctive style of casual, understated elegance. With creations that are always
artful, eclectic and inspiring, Charles is a master at one of the main tenets of French
Country design~ombining traditional prints, patterns, colors and textures with just
the right furnishings and collection.
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Ozarks Pride Page7 May 1, 2004
OUT ON VACATION
"Traveling in the gay friendly world"
by Donald Pile and Ray Williams
gaytravelers@aol.com
TULSA, OKLAHOMA
We just returned from a wonderful weekend
in Tulsa, Oklahoma. Oklahoma is fortunate
to have not just one major city, but tl-vo! We have in the past told our readers how
much fun Oklahoma City can be and now we can say the same thing about their
sister city, Tulsa. Being antiques dealers we have been to Tulsa many times doing
antiques shows in the past, however have not gotten back in about 10 years. Many
of the owners of the fine restaurants, antiques shops, interior design shops and
other upscale shops are gay owned. They have been around for many years and
have a wonderful reputation. Tulsa is such a beautiful city with lots of shopping,
museums, art galleries, antiques shops, etc. You won't get bored at all. Actually
we really believe that Tulsa is the cleanest and most beautiful city in the Midwest
and in the springtime when all the flowers and trees are coming out it is especially
beautiful.
The first day we toured the Philbrook Museum (www.philbrook.org). It is
grand! They are in the process of putting in more gardens. Their artwork is
fabulous. And their restaurant has delicious and exciting food. The next day we
went to the Gilcrease Museum (www.gilcrease.org), "where the American West
unfolds" This is one of the finest musuems for western art in the United States.
Their galleries are full of absolutely fabulous artwork. From oil paintings,
watercolors, sculptures, to the new American Indian artifact collection on the
lower level it could take hours to see everything. Their museum gift shop has
authentic American Indian handmade items for sale.
Other interesting area places to visit are: Greenwood Cultural Center, J.M.
Davis Arms and Historical Museum, Oklahoma Aquarium, Oklahoma Hall of Jazz,
Tulsa Air and Space Museum, Tulsa Garden Center and the Tulsa Zoo. The Will
Rogers Memorial and Museum is just a short drive from Tulsa.
The Gay Community Center recently moved into a new location with much
more room. This is a great place to find anything your looking for in Tulsa. They
are located at 5545 E. 41st Street and their phone number is: 743-4297. A.J. gave
us a guided tour of the Center and answered all of our questions. They offer all
kinds of support for the community. And if you have extra furniture or anything,
this is a great place to donate items. The MCC United of Tulsa is located at 1623
N. Maplewood. Their phone number is: 838-1715. There are all kinds of groups
and organizations in the Tulsa area and the Gay Community Center is more than
happy to direct you to any that you might be interested in.
A GREAT website for anyone going to Tulsa is: www.timscottonline.com/
tulsa.htm. All cities should have a website like this one.
Continued page- 14 Gay Traveiers ..... .
Volume 1 Issue 5 Page 8 May 1, 2004
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April 23, 2004
Gaywire release
MICHIGAN HOUSE PASSES BILL
ALLOWING DOCTORS TO REFUSE
TREATMENT OF GAYS
The Republican-controlled Michigan House of
Representatives passed a measure today that
would allow doctors to refuse to treat gay,
lesbian, bisexual and transgender patients. The
Conscientious Objector Policy Act pro\'ides that
health care workers can refuse service to anyone
for moral, ethical, or religious reasons, although
the measure would prohibit the refusal of
emergency care.
The bill was strongly supported by the Michigan
Catholic Conference, a conservative religious
organization that also hosted a legislative day for
Catholics at the state Capitol today. The bill now
goes to the Republican- controlled Senate.
according to 36Sgay.com.
In addition, three other bills that mav affect
health care for LGBT patients were ;pproved bv
the House today. ·
Tulsa
One would exempt a health insurer or health
facility from providing or covering a health care
procedure that violated ethical, moral or
religious principles reflected in their bylaws or
mission statement.
Vocal opponents of the measure included Rep.
Chris Kolb, the first openly gay legisbtor in
Michigan. ''.Are you telling me that a health care
provider can deny me"medical treatment
because of my sexual orientation? I hope not,"
he asked the House.
"This bill allows health care providers to deny
needed health care services to any individual
not currently protected from discrimination
under the state's Elliot-Larsen civil rights act.
Thus, a health provider could refuse health care
to an individual based upon a patient's actual or
perceived seimal orientation. I adamantlv
oppose this legislation and believe that ;his is a
very dangerous path for Michigan to travel
down" , said Rep Kolb.
Ozarks Pride
Volume 1 Issue 5 May 1, 2004
MCC Joplin-Spirit of Christ
Cc Metropolitan Community Church
· • Sunday Service 7PM
Community Meal served Wednesday's at 6:00pm, cost $3.00.
No one is turned away. Our meal is always nutritionally
balanced. Dinners include d.esert, drink and good fellowship. Take out meals are also
available. Bring your friends and family.
Steve T. Urie, Pastor
2902 E. 20th Street
Joplin, MO 6480.3
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Continued from page4 Identity..
4. Place the contents of your wallet on
a photocopy machine. Do both sides
of each license, credit card, etc. You
will know what you had in your wallet
and all of the account numbers and
phone numbers to call and cancel.
Keep the photocopy in a safe place. I
also carry a photocopy of my passport
when I travel either here or abroad.
We've all heard horror stories about
fraud that's committed on us in
stealing a name, address, Social
Security number, credit cards.
Unfortunately, I, an attorney, have
firsthand knowledge because my
wallet was stolen last month. Within a
week, the thieve(s) ordered an
expensive monthly cell phone
package, applied for a VISA credit
card, had a credit line approved to
buy a Gateway computer, received a
PIN number from OMV to change my
driving record information on-line, and
more.
But here's some critical
information to limit the damage
in case this happens to you or
someone you know:
1. We have been told we should
cancel our credit cards immediately.
But the key is having the toll free
numbers and your card numbers
handy so you know whom to call.
Keep those where you can find them.
2. File a police report immediately in
the jurisdiction where your credit
cards, etc. were stolen. This proves to
credit providers you were diligent, and
this is a first step toward an
investigation (if there ever is one).
Here's what is perhaps most
importani of all: (Have you even
thought to do this.)
Continued next column:
3. Call the 3 national credit reporting
organizations immediately to place a
fraud alert on your name and Social
Security number. I had never heard of
doing that until advised by a bank that
called to tell me an application for credit
was made over the Internet in my name.
The alert means any company that
checks your credit knows your
information was stolen, and they have to
contact you by phone to authorize new
credit. By the time I was advised to do
this, almost two weeks after the theft, all
the damage had been done. There are
records of all the credit checks initiated
by the thieves' purchases, none of which
I knew about before placing the alert.
Since then, no additional damage has
been done, and the thieves threw my
wallet away. This weekend someone
turned it in. It seems to have stopped
them dead in their tracks.
Here are the numbers you need to
contact if your wallet, etc. has been
stolen.
1. Equifax: 1-800-525-6285
2. Experian (formerly TRW): 1-888-
397-3742
3. Trans Union: 1-800-680-7289
4. Social Security Administration
(fraud line): 1-800-269-0271
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Gay Travelers from page 7
By going to this one website you can find
listings for most all of the gay and lesbian
organizations, clubs, meetings as well as the
bars locations and hours and it will even
take you directly to their websites. This
website also directs you to area attractions,
musuems, galleries and places of interest.
We visited several bars while we were
in Tulsa and among the ones we enjoyed
was the BAMBOO LOUNGE at 7204 E.
Pine. Brian, the bartender is fun, wonderful,
personable and very handsome. This bar
has been around a long, long time in Tulsa
ind has recently had some renovations. Be
sure to check them out. Another bar is the
CLUB MAJESTIC at 124 No. Boston
which is in the Brady Arts District just to
the North of downtown. They are open
Thursday thru Sunday from 9pm till 2am.
They have hot music, great lights and an
:1wesome sound. Their website is:
Nww.clubmajestictulsa.com.
The SILVER STAR AT 1565 So.
Sheridan has new DJ's, a new Sound
System, a new Light Show and opens at
!pm. Their website is:
.vww.silverstarclub.com. We attended the
3rand Opening Party for the new CLUB
\t1AVERICK at 822 So. Sheridan. Their
Nebsite is: wvvw.tulsamaverick.com They
1re open daily from 4pm to 2am. This is the
1ewest bar in Tulsa and the owners are
ioing it "the right way". We know that this
)ar is going to be packed every night. The
)wners, bartenders and staff are all
:xtremely friendly and hospitable.
There are no gay accommodations in
rulsa. Perhaps in the near future one or two
night open. Gay owned Bed and Breakfasts
Lre quickly becoming popular throughout
he United States. There are plenty of hotels
md motels in every price range.
,ext coiumn ............... .
For a weekend get a way, try Tulsa.
There is so much to see and do and
everyone at the bars are so friendly. You
won't be a stranger in Tulsa for long.
We want to give a big THANK YOU for
the hospitality of our dear friend, Mark
Wiedemnann while we were in Tulsa and to
Andrew Hicks for helping us with all the
preliminary work. He is a great writer.
Quotable Quotes
"Gay people are chasing after all the
things that straight people hate. We
want to get married, we want to be in
the military, we want to have children,
and these are all things that straight
people are running from in droves."
- Comedy writer and Hollywood
Square Bruce Vilanch to St.
Louis' Vital Voice, Feb. 27.
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PLEASE THANK THESE
MISSOURI LEGISLATORS!
Jejfmo11 City, MO
March 31, 2004
The Missouri House of Representatives
today voted to pass HJR 39 to amend the
state constitution to ban same-sex marriage.
The vote was 128-23 to amend our state
constitution to ban same-sex marriage. If
your legislator is on the following list,
please call and thank him/her for voting
against this horrible legislation and in favor
of equality!
John Burnett (43) 573-751-3310
Marsha Campbell (39) 573-751-4485
Russ Carnahan (59) 573-751-4567
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Quotable Quotes
"They [gays] kept me alive when I got
into trouble v:ith the
Johnson administration. As long as they
kept looking for my
records and imitating me, then of course
my name was always
alive, so I'm very grateful to them."
Eartha Kitt to the rvliami gay
newspaper The Weekly News, Feb. 12.
May 1, 2004
Disparities in Wide Range
of Areas Including Income
Tax, Survivor Benefits, and
Estate Taxes
POR]L-41\JD, OR April 14, 2004 -
As millions of married couples are signing
and sending off their tax returns prior to the
April 15 tax day deadline, a groundbreaking
report released today by the National Gay
and Lesbian Task Force Policy Institute
reveals that same-sex couples face
widespread economic disparities and
hardships because they are denied equal
marriage rights. The report takes real-life
situations commonly faced by Oregon
couples and compares the economic benefits
afforded to married couples to those given to
same sex couples. A same-sex couple
residing in Oregon is profiled to illustrate
the real-life cost to them of not being able to
marry.
The report, entitled "'Economic Benefits of
Marriage under Federal and Oregon Law," is the
second in a series that documents the disparities
gay couples face under federal and state income
tax, Social Security benefits, gift tax, estate tax,
worker's compensation, and line of duty death
benefits. It was authored by Terence R.
Dougherty, an attorney with Patterson, Belknap,
Webb & Tyler LLP.
"'Same-sex couples pay more in taxes and get
fewer protections and benefits in return," said
Matt Foreman, the Task Force's executive
director. "These injustices arcn 't hypothetical
instead, they arc being inflicted right now on
hard-working, tax paying Oregon couples, often
at times of family tragedy and loss. This report
quantifies the cost to one gay Oregon family."
The report was authored by Terence R.
Dougherty, an attorney with Patterson, Belknap,
Webb & Tyler LLP, a prestigious 168-lawyer firm
based in New York City. The firm was ranked #I
in the nation for the pro bono comributions of
lawyers in 2002.
Source: ~
Volume I Issue 5
Press Release
2004
AMENDMENT TO OKLAHOMA
CONSTITUTION
"Oklahoma legislators are trying to use
the state constitution to discriminate
against thousands of its families," said
HRC President Cheryl Jacques.
WASHINGTON - The Oklahoma House
passed an amendment today to the state
constitution that would deny marriage,
civil unions and domestic partnerships to
same-sex couples, sending it to the ballot
this November. Nine similar anti-marriage
measures - including six constitutional
amendments died in the Legislature
earlier this month. However, this
amendment was added to another bill,
dodging the regular legislative process.
"Oklahoma legislators are trying to use
the state constitution as a weapon against
thousands of its citizens," said HRC
President Cheryl Jacques. "According to
the Census, more than 5,700 same-sex
couples and their families live in
Oklahoma. The Constitution should
protect them just as it protects their
neighbors."
fhe amendment was offered by Sen.
fames Williamson, R-Tulsa. The Senate
:iassed it April 15 by a 38 to 7 vote. It
Jassed today in the House by a 94 to 4
vote.
'It is a sad day for Oklahoma when our
Legislature votes to mandate
:liscrimination in our state constitution,"
,aid Kevin Smith, lobbyist for the
i\merican Civil Liberties Union of
:Jklahoma.
fhe Human Rights Campaign is the
argest national lesbian, gay, bisexual and
.ransgender political organization with
nembers throughout the country. It
:ffectively lobbies Congress, provides
:ampaign support and educates the public
.o ensure that LGBT Americans can be
)pen, honest and safe at home, at work
md in the community.
16 1, 2004
5
With a look at old and new collections,
blue and white Chinese
painted furniture, Napoleonic figures,
antique furnishings, unusual fabrics,
accessories and architectural adornments,
his book, FRENCH COUNTRY
SIGNATURE is an inviting and exhilarating
look into Charles's innate sense of balance
in the way he juxtaposes fabrics,
furnishings, color and accessories to create
a cohesive portrait.
Charles also has a beautiful Cavalier
King Charles Spaniel, Nicholas who has
appeared on the cover of Traditional Home
and 15 times within it's pages and he has
"starred" in two Home and Garden
television presentations.
Charles Faudree's FRENCH COUNTRY
SIGNATURE is published by Gibbs Smith
Publishers and can be purchased on line or
from your favorite book store.
Martha's Vine~ard
219 W. Olive, Springfield, MO
417-864-4572
Southwest Missouri's Hottest
Entertainment Complex. Now
Celebrating 10 Years of Quality
Entertainment
www.marthascomplex.com
Volumn 1 Issue 5 Page 17
PrideRide Inc . .
hosts annual
fund-raising
PrideRide 2004
bicycle ride
KansasCity April 6,2004
Plans are now underway for the fourthannual
PrideRide 2004 to be held on
Saturday, June 12, 2004. Registration
begins at 8 a.m. and the ride begins at 9
a.m. Proceeds from PrideRide, Inc. go
toward organizations that benefit and
serve the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and
Transgendered (LGBT) communities in
greater Kansas City. Beneficiaries of
PrideRide 2004 are SAVE, Inc. and The
Lesbian and Gay Community Center of
Kansas City. SAVE, Inc. provides
housing and housing assistance for HIV/
AIDS challenged individuals and families.
The Lesbian and Gay Community Center
of Kansas City creates, supports and
provides vital and timely resources and
services for the lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender and straight-allied (LGBTS)
communities of Greater Kansas City.
PrideRide, Inc. has raised a net total of
over $10,000 in the first three years of
the bicycle rides and has goals of
increasing ridership and pledges for
PrideRide 2004. Early Bird
registration for PrideRide 2004 is a
discounted $15 before May 21, 2004
and $25 after that date. A minimum
pledge of $50 is required to ride. All
riders receive a PrideRide T-Shirt,
and there will be awards and gifts for
levels above the minimum pledge.
Pledge forms will soon be available at
many local establishments and bicycle
stores. Riders can register online and a
pledge form can also be downloaded at
the PrideRide web site. Details on times
and ride routes are available on the
pledge forms, posters and at the web
site, ~-
May I, 2004
An OP Cotmmmity Service
FREE HIV
TESTING,NO
NEEDLES!
SPIRIT OF
CHRIST
MCC SPONSORS
2902 E. 20th St., PO Box 4711
Joplin, Mo 64803
In conjunction with AIDS Project of the
Ozarks, MCC Joplin offers free HIV testing
the last Sunday of each month between 5PM
and 6PM. For your convenience you can also
call 206-6179 for an appointment. We use the
Ora-sure method which does not require the
use of needles and we offer complete
confidentiality. You may also request
Booklets on AIDS for People of Faith
through the PO Box listed above.
Spirit of Christ MCC]oplin
"Serving A Healthier Community"
Quotable Quotes
"I believe in domestic
partnership. If the people
change
their minds and they want to
overrule that [in favor of
same-sex marriage], that's fine
with me. But right now,
that's the law, and I think every
mayor and everyone should
abide by the law .... We have a
state law, and I think those
issues should be left to the
state, so I have no use for a
constitutional amendment or
change in that at all, no."
- California Gov. Arnold
Schwarzenegger on NBC's The
Tonight Show With Jay Leno, March 1.
River Of Life Church
PO Box 1578,
Pittsburg, KS. 66762
astor: George David
Phone: (316) 461-2668
Services: Sunday's 11am
Email: geo592k@sbcglobal.net
Timmons Chapel PSU
Full GOSPEL all affirmin .
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$6.00 for the first 15 words, and only 25
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Check out our website for Daily breaking
GLBT news. www.ozarkspride.com
Need A House Mate: Advertise here
for only $6.00 first 15 words, 25 cents for
each additional word.
Weekend Get-A-Way: Want to escape
for the weekend? Meet some new people?
Try Faces Guesthouse, Joplin, MO. Private
bath w / queen bed start at $75.00 night,
breakfast included. Resv. required. (417)
621-9915
Volunteers Needed: Wnat's going on
in the communities of Springfield, Eureka
Springs, Fayetteville, Rogers, Fort Smith,
Tulsa, Miami, Pittsburg? Send us your
scoop. Solicit your business owners to
advertise in Ozarks Pride Magazine. Mail
address: 2401 E. 32nd St., Suite 10-
243, Joplin, MO 64804. Deadline for all
inclusion is the 20th of each month for
next months issue.
Business Opportunity: Ever
dreamed of owning your own B&B?
Beautiful 4 bed 4 bath 3200sqft fully
furnished in Joplin, MO For Sale. Call
Vicki Bronson at Charles Burt Realtors
417 -4 34-0077
Joplin MO64804
800-782-7822
Vicki Bronson 417-434-0077
www.vicki0ronson.com
Congratulate that special
person with a
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Only $10.00 for 1/Sth Page unit.
Birthdays, I Love You,
Anniversaries, Thank You's
Mail to:: Ozarks Pride Magazine,
2401 E. 32nd St, Suite 10-243,
Joplin, MO 64804
-Bars-
Studio 716- -716 \1v. Sycamore- 479-571-1300
Arkansas, Fort Smith
Burnzee's- -2301 Towson Ave #C- --479-494-7300
Kincade- - -Downtown
Missouri, Joplin
Ree's- - - - 716 S. Main - - - - --417-627-9035
Missouri, Kansas City
Missie B's- - - 805 \1{f. 39th St- - -561-0625
Sidekicks Saloon 3707 Main St- - - - 931-1430
Buddies - - - - - - - 3715 Main St - - -561-2600
Missouri, Springfield
MCC Living Spring-
Kansas, Pittsburg
River of Life Church-Timmons Chapel PSU 11AM
Missouri, Joplin
MCC Spirit of Christ-2902 E 20th, - - - -7PM
UCCFF--204 N. Jackson Ave, - - - - 10:30AM
Aids Project Ozarks- 513 Kentucky- - 417-624-5788
Missouri, Springfield
Rainbow Christian Ch-837 \'v. Madison-417-866-6206
APO- 1901 E. Bennett, suite D- 417-881-1900
The Edge- -424 Boonville Ave- - - --417-831-4700 Oklahoma, Tulsa
Martha's Vineyard- 219 W Olive -417-864-4572 MCC United- -1623 N. Maplewood- -918-838-1715
Oz Bar - 504 E. Commercial - - - - - -417-831-9001
Ronisuz Place- - --821 College- - - - -417-864-0036
Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
Hi-Lo Club 1221 NW SOth- -405-843-1722
Finish Line - -2200 NW 39th Expwy- - - 405-525-0730
Club Rox- - - -3535 NW 39th Expwy- - 405-947-2351
Oklahoma, Tulsa
Bamboo Lounge- -7204 E. Pine - - --918-836-8700
Club Maverick- 822 S. Sheridan - - 918-835-3301
Heads & Tails- - 7944 E. 21st - - 918-660-7878
Club Majestic- 124 N. Boston - - - - - -918-584-9494
-Business ServicesKansas,
Pittsburg
Mystic Creations- - (620)231-6790
Missouri, Joplin
Penny Smart,Hair Salon -509 Main- 417-623-3500
Massage By Rachael- - - - - - - 417-438-3664
Charles Burt Realtors-Vicki Bronson-417-434-0077
Main 1\ttractions Salon, Austin-610 Main- 659-9466
Office Max- -440 Rangeline Rd- - - -417-623-1007
Renegades- -1649 S. Main - - - - - 918-585-3405 Oklahoma, Oklahoma City
Play-Mor-Cluh- 1737 S. Memorial - - 918-838-9792 Century21- -4301 NW 63rd #100 - 405- 840-2106
Silver Star Saloon, - 1565 S. Sheridan -918-834-4234
TNT's- 2114 S. i\lemorial- - -
Tool Box- - 1338 E. 3rd- - - -
Yellow Brick Road- 2630 E. 15th
-LodgingMissouri,
Joplin
-918-660-0856 Oklahoma, Tulsa
918-584-1308 Kelly Kirby,CPA-4815 S Harvard- -918-747-5466
- -918-293-0304 Underguy.com - - -825 E. 3rd - - -877-7-BOXERS
Faces Guesthouse B&B - 417-621-9915
Fairfield Inn by Marriott- 417-624-7800
Volume 1 Issue 5 Page 20
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JOPLIN'S ALTERNATIVE NIGHTCLUB
May 1, 2004
Featured
Entertainment
Every
Other
Friday
with
Special
Guest
MON: Will & Grace TV with Austin and Dance Party
TUES: queer as folks 4th Season - Tuesday w /Terry @9pm
WED: Dancing with DJ Lil'Ken
THUR: Brandon Bravado & The Justice Janelle Moore Show.
Karaoke with DJ Robbie
FRI: The Robbie Walker Showcase and DJ Lil'Ken
SAT: Dance Party with DJ Lil'Ken
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Politics, education, and social conversation over LGBTQ+ topics
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Ozarks Pride's first issue began in January of 2004. Then follows Ozarks Pride (2004), The Star (2005), and The Metro Star (2008).
This magazine discusses topics of AIDs, education, politics, local and national civil rights of the LGBT community, and advice for relationships and places to visit.
This collection is PDF searchable. Physical copies are also available to be seen at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center with permission.
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Ozarks Pride
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Ozarks Pride
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advertisement
Advice
amendment against same sex marriage
books
French Country Signature
French Country Signiture
Gabby Dearest
Identity Theft
Out Cruzin'
Out Cruzzin
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Taxes
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Community of Hope
Dennis R. Neill Equality Center
Diversity Christian Fellowship International
Equality Center
Families United Against Hate
hate crimes bill
Hate Crimes Prevention Act
James Byrd Jr
James Byrd Jr.
Matthew Shepard
Matthew Shepard and James Byrd Jr. Hate Crimes Prevention Act
Nancy McDonald
OkEq
OkEq Equality Center
Oklahomans for Equality
Oklahomans for Equality (OKEQ)
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Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
Parents and Friends of Lesbians and Gays (PFLAG)
PFLAG
Tulsa PFLAG
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Parents, Families, and Friends of Lesbians and Gays
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