Coming Out Calls for a Celebration
Join OutReach United for the 5th annual Houston Coming Out Celebration. The party on Saturday, October 8, will include performances by Raja, Coming Out Divas (organized by Tye Blue), and an auction of artwork by local artists. The featured piece is by John Palmer and inspired by the struggles local GLBT homeless youth.
Find Out About MCC’s Rainbow of Services
“I had no idea MCC offered so much!” Join us on Thursday, October 27 for The Secret’s Out annual dinner and you might find yourself saying the same! There is no charge to attend, but we do hope to inspire you to make a donation in support of our work. A reception begins at 6 p.m. followed by a light dinner and presentation at 7 p.m.
RSVP via email or by calling 713.800.0872.
AIDS Mastery Workshop returns October 15th
Are you truly living with HIV, or is it controlling you? AIDS Mastery Workshops have been teaching and empowering HIV+ participants to live full, rich and creative lives since 1986.
Claim your spot at this life-changing event today by calling 713-529-0037.
Stopping Traffic
On Tuesday, September 20, Montrose Counseling Center and Houston Rescue and Restore Coalition will present Cutting Edge, a movie about the rise of human trafficking and the sex trade in Romania. The film will begin at 7 p.m. in Rooms 106/107 of the GLBT Cultural Center, 401 Branard Street. This event is free and open to all; however the film does address mature subject matter, so viewer discretion is advised.
It’s Not Easy Being Rainbow
It’s not easy to talk about suicide, but we must. Montrose Counseling Center offers support groups and individual counseling for those dealing with depression or anxiety. If you find yourself spinning into darkness, volunteers with Gay & Lesbian Switchboard Houston are available for crisis calls, 24 hours a day, at 713.529.3211.
Walk with Us! Saturday, October 15th
Get active for a good cause! Montrose Counseling Center is excited to invite you to participate in the Houston Walk for Mental Health Awareness on October 15, 2011. All proceeds benefit local non-profit mental health providers, including MCC.
REGISTER TODAY!
Academic Year Opens in Earnest with LGBTQ Youth Summit
On Saturday, Sept. 17, Montrose Counseling Center will co-host “2011 Voices of Houston LGBTQ Youth Summit: Taking Back Our Schools” in the GLBT Cultural Center. The day-long workshop will help youth connect, share advice, and learn how to create change on their campuses. Educators, faculty and parents are also welcome.
The First Meeting of the Arden Eversmeyer Fan Club Comes to Order
To make a donation in support of the room dedicated in Arden’s name, please click here, or contact Community Projects Specialist Meleah Jones at 713.888.0872. Meleah is also happy to provide tours of our facility, which will, of course, feature Arden’s room.
Volunteers Wanted!
Whether you work in our Cyber Center, at an event, in the office, with a special project, by answering the Gay & Lesbian Switchboard Houston hotline, or by teaching a class in the GLBT Cultural Center, you can help us improve quality of life for GLBT individuals. Schedules are flexible, and your help is always appreciated.
Volunteer orientations are Saturday, August 13 and September 10. Submit a volunteer application today!