FA-FA-FA-FASHION! !


Please join us for a little conversation on fashion and a mini CLOTHING SWAP.
Do you have a fashion icon? Certain labels you like? What's in?! What's out?!
What do you think transgender people should wear ~ what should they never wear?!
And is there even such a thing?!
Feel free to join the casual conversation and bring something you may want to
give away for a CLOTHING SWAP!
T-TALK is an informal peer lead conversation group for those who identify as
Transgender or just questioning their gender. All are welcome!"

Saro Orosco moderates the discussion
Meeting details:Second Monday of each month, beginning at 6:30pm
The Septemebr meeting will take place on September 12th

Hi Ladies,

My apologies for not notifying you earlier about Sheila's passing last Saturday
night.

Following is a note from Olivia about the wake and funeral. Please post this
info on any lists that you think should know.

Ciao,
Katie

------------------

Sent: Mon, Sep 12, 2011 6:03 pm
Subject: Services for Sheila

Hi everyone,

Services for Sheila are as follows;

Wake -  Wednesday 3PM to 9PM. Countryside Funeral Home, 950 S Bartlett Rd ( at
Sterns Rd) Bartlett IL 60103 630 289 7575.

Funeral -  Thursday at 11:00 AM from Funeral Home. to Cemetery, Lakewood
Memorial Park,30W730 US Highway 20, Elgin IL 60120

Gerry said (cross dressing) is fine...please nothing over the top, like shorts,
mini skirts etc...

Olivia

T OUT MIC

Thursday, September 15th, 7:30pm

Center on Halsted
3656 N. Halsted [at Waveland]
Chicago, Illinois
773-472-6469

EL: Redline to Addison.  Bus: #8 Halsted.  Street Parking.

I hope you all had a great summer!  Now come to the return of T-OUT mic: a trans
run music and spoken word open mic for the whole community.  Co-hosted by Jami
Bantry and Lars von Keitz.

Each performer gets 5 minutes to do their thing and we usually go around twice. 
Come out and perform your latest piece in a queer supportive environment.  Third
Thursday of every month.  Open to all.

Hi,

June and I attended the showing of Gun Hill Road film.

Fantastic bitter-sweet film... very well done. It is now in the top of my
personal list of favorites for Trans films. I will buy the DVD when it become
available.

I hope that it is nominated for film awards, and I hope the young Trans Woman
(Harmony Santana), playing a Trans Woman, is nominated for awards.

Huggs,
jami

Hello friends;

As we close-out the month, there are three Trans-focused
events coming up, at Center on Halsted.

This Monday, 9/19, we will gather to watch the season
premiere of "Dancing with the Stars".  Why??

Because, for the first time, one of the contestants is
a proudly "out" trans person; Chaz Bono.

The vitriolic, disgusting hate blog's, comments have
shown a painful picture of the amount of Transphobia
still present in our society.

Coming together to root for Chaz is one way we can
respond to this hate.


Then on Saturday, 9/24, we will host our regular
"Trans_Cinema" film screening. This month, Karen will
be showing the moving British drama; "Crying Game".


Lastly, on Monday, 9/26, we will hold the first meeting
of "T Talk SOFFA". This casual conversation group is
intended to be a place where Significant Others, Family
members, Friends, and Allies, can come together to share
and learn.


Details;
9/19: Support Chaz
       Room open at 6:30pm, show begins at 7pm.
       Soda and popcorn will be there. However,
       feel free to bring your favorite reality
       show snacks.

9/24: Trans-Cinema
       room open at 6:30pm, screening begins at
       7pm.

9/26; T Talk, SOFFA
       Meeting begins at 6:30pm



Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, IL

             Note: there is an indoor parking
             bldg, one block west of Halsted, on
             Addison.

Any questions, or to RSVP; jlatrobe@...

Center on Halsted, and our "Man Cave" discussion group
are excited to announce a special event.

Rev. David Weekley, a Transgender man, a Christian, and
an ordained minister will share his story, and discuss
his book; "In from the Wilderness".

Details:
Friday, October 7th
6:30pm

Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted

Rev. Weekley will also be speaking and preaching at
Broadway United Methodist Church on Saturday and
Sunday.

While this is a free event, in order to ensure adequate
space, it is important that you RSVP, to;
jlatrobe@...

As we all know, "coming-out", expressing our Trans or gender
variant identity has an impact on those around us;
our significant others, family members, co-workers and friends.

Sadly, members of this group have few resources.

That is why we are excited to launch "T Talk SOFFA".

This casual conversation group will give folks, who have a Trans
or gender variant person in their life, a chance to share,
learn and discuss their experiences.

Facilitated by Gregory Gross, a cisgender member of the center's
staff, the group will discuss those topics of interest to members.

Join us as we launch this new group.

Details;
"T Talk SOFFA"
Monday, Sept. 26th
6:30pm
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago

         Note; There is a new, indoor parking garage, one block
         west of Halsted, on Addison. They have a special $8 rate
         for parking, after 4pm and out by 12am.

For most of us, our contacts with members of any police force
are limited to the occasional traffic stop.

However, when we venture into big, busy city of Chicago, we
may come in contact with members of the Chicago Police Dept.

Join us, on Saturday, October 8th, as Officer Jose Rios, the
Chicago Police Department's LGBT Liaison Officer talks about
those inner-action.

Officer Rios will discuss how to express yourself in an
effective, productive manner, how to be sure that your rights are
respected, and what to do, if you feel they are not.

Details;
"3656 Trans Ave."
Saturday, October 8th
6:30pm
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, IL

This is a free event, however, to ensure adequate seating,
please RSVP to; jlatrobe@....

Note, there is a new, indoor parking garage, one block
west of Halsted, on Addison. They has a special, "in after
4pm, out before 12am", rate of $8

Hi,
I am sorry this has so long to get out;

Transgender Day of Remembrance, November 20th, began in 1998 to memorialize our
Transgender friends and allies who lost their lives because of who they were or
who they were perceived to be.

Center on Halsted is joining Howard Brown's Broadway Youth Center to commemorate
this important day.

We will host a community reception and resource fair featuring groups from
across Chicagoland that provide support and assistance to the diverse Trans
community including Chicago Gender Society, The Civil Rights Agenda, Bisexual
Queer Alliance of Chicago, Howard Brown Health Center and Center on Halsted.

Following the reception, we will hold a memorial service in the Hoover-Leppen
Theatre honoring those we have lost and committing ourselves to building a
better and safer community for all trans people.

Finally, the Broadway Youth Center will present "Night of Fallen Stars," a
celebratory event honoring the community.


6:30pm: Reception and Resource Fair
7:00pm: Memorial Service and "Night of Fallen Stars"
Sunday, November 20th
Center on Halsted
3656 N. Halsted Street, Chicago

Girls Night Out – Warren, Ohio-Saturday, November 19th

Girls Night Out – Warren, Ohio-Saturday, November 19th at the "Funky Skunk Night
Club" 143 E. Market Street "Savakis Building" Parking across the Street in the
Heritage Galleria Parking lot.

The Warren Girl's Night Out is one of the Most Active Monthly TG Events in NE
Ohio & Western PA.

Come on Out and have a great time!
It's always great to see everyone and meet some new girls too!

Hotel Info:
Comfort Inn Warren (Where most of the Girls stay at and less than a 3 minute
walk right around the corner from the "Funky Skunk" front door.)
136 N. Park Ave.
Warren, OH 44481
(330) 393-1200

This is just a quick note to mention that the "Super Early Bird Special"
discount rate ends November 30th for the 2012 Fantasia Fair transgender
conference.

Fantasia Fair is a surprisingly great value when you consider what you get for
an entire week's worth of activities, especially when taking advantage of this
special discounted rate. And what do you get when you register for Fantasia
Fair? Lots! Activities and special events take place throughout the week
including more than 50 workshops, a fashion show, cabaret show, and two formal
banquets.

If you aren't 100% certain yet that you can make it next year, don't worry --
any deposit that you make now is 100% refundable between now and April.

To find out the details for programs, fees, and registration, check out the
Fantasia Fair website at http://www.fantasiafair.org .

Girls Night Out & Food Donation– Warren, Ohio-Saturday, December 17th

Girls Night Out – Warren, Ohio-Saturday, December 17th at the "Funky Skunk Night
Club" 143 E. Market Street "Savakis Building" Parking across the Street in the
Heritage Galleria Parking lot.

The Warren Girl's Night Out is one of the Most Active Monthly TG Events in NE
Ohio & Western PA.

Please bring a Food Item to be Donated to "Terry's Cupboard" the Local Hunger
Outreach that services the LGBT Community in the Warren, Ohio area... the Warren
GNO Goes On..We Never Cancel this Event!

Come on Out and have a great time!
It's always great to see everyone and meet some new girls too!

Hotel Info:
Comfort Inn Warren (Where most of the Girls stay at and less than a 3 minute
walk right around the corner from the "Funky Skunk" front door.)
136 N. Park Ave.
Warren, OH 44481
(330) 393-1200

Jami Bantry meant so much to so many people.

Always ready to listen, always there worth a kind
word or a hug.

She would help anyone, give sage advice when asked,
hold a hand when needed.

December 10th, Saturday, all her friends are invited
to a community "Celebration of Life", in honor of Jami.

Everyone will be given a chance to share their memories,
talk about how Jami effected their lives.

Details:
Saturday, December 10th
4pm
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, IL

Please note: In order to be sure we have seating for everyone,
please rsvp to; jlatrobe@...

Girls Night Out – Warren, Ohio-Saturday, January 21st.

Girls Night Out – Warren, Ohio-Saturday, January 21st
at the
"Funky Skunk Night Club"
143 E. Market Street
Warren, Ohio
"Savakis Building" Parking across the Street in the Heritage Galleria Parking
lot.


A Big "THANK YOU" to everyone who brought in Food Items  to the December GNO to
be Donated to the Local Hunger Outreach that services the Community in the
Warren, Ohio area.

The Show Director works very hard to put together the Entertainment and I
encourage everyone to be a part of the fun that they provide for us on Girls
Night Out.

I (Marsha Clark) will be in the Show this Month doing a couple of songs.

If any of you would like to be a part of the show you are always welcomed.

Come on Out and have a great time!
It's always great to see everyone and meet some new girls too!

The Warren Girl's Night Out is one of the Most Active Monthly TG Events in NE
Ohio & Western PA.

The Warren GNO Goes On every 3rd Saturday of each month..We Never Cancel this
Event!

Hotel Info:
Comfort Inn Warren (Where most of the Girls stay at and less than a 3 minute
walk right around the corner from the "Funky Skunk" front door.)
136 N. Park Ave.
Warren, OH 44481
(330) 393-1200

Many of you may have heard Mara Keisling's
presentation; "Coming out-It's not all about you."

Our becoming gender aware, no matter how we may
act upon that awareness, effects a wide range of
people.

From our significant others, to our family members,
from our friends to our employers, and those who are
our allies, people are impacted.

Unfortunately, there is not a lot of "support" for
these folks.

However, at Center on Halsted, we have made a serious
effort to be inclusive of anyone who might have a
Trans or Gender Variant person in their lives.

While cis folks are welcome at many of our programs,
(3656 Trans Ave, "T Out Mic", and TransCinema), we
also have two specific and one general group for
the Trans SOFFA community.

The specific groups are;

"PTI", Parents of Trans Individuals.
This peer lead group features both general conversation
as well as speakers of importance to the community.
"PTI" meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month, beginning at
7pm.

"Trans Amor"
Also a peer lead conversation group, it welcomes those, (both
trans and cis), who have been in, are in, or are considering
entering a relationship with a Trans or gender questioning
person.
They meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of the month, at 2:30pm.

Our general group is; "T Talk" SOFFA.
Lead by someone with experience in both counseling and the
Trans community, this group is open to anyone who has a
Trans or Gender variant person in their life.

For more details, please write me, at; jlatrobe@...

Folks,

Just a heads up that Equality Illinois' Winter Season Transgender Community
Social is next Saturday, January 21 from 1:00 to 4:00pm! Come in from the cold
and join us for an afternoon of socializing with friends old and new, noshing on
delightful bites, and sipping cocktails. The elegant Mayne Stage Theater (1328
W. Morse Avenue, steps from the Morse stop on the Red line) is the backdrop for
our Winter Season Transgender Community Social. The suggested donation is just
$10 and includes light bites, drink specials, and fun giveaways, all in support
of EQIL's statewide LGBT-rights work.  RSVP to info@... and we hope to see
you there!

All the best,
Christina Kahrl

This year marks the 30th anniversary of the HIV virus.

Often times times prevention messages are only focused on
gay men, which can lead to our thinking that they are the only
ones who have to worry about HIV.

Yet we know that  the Trans communities are also at a very high
risk of infection.

Please join us, in this safe space to break down this myth, and
others-bring your questions about HIV, STDs, and safer sex.

The discussion will be lead by Gregory Gross, LCSW, AM, MDiv.
Gregory is the Clinical Manager of the center's HIV Testing and
Prevention Program.
June
jlatrobe@...

Details:
Saturday, Feb. 11th,
6:30pm until 9pm
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted,
Chicago, IL

Girls Night Out – Warren, Ohio-Saturday, February 18th.

Girls Night Out – Warren, Ohio-Saturday, February 18th
at the
"Funky Skunk Night Club"
143 E. Market Street
Warren, Ohio
"Savakis Building" Parking across the Street in the Heritage Galleria Parking
lot.

Theme: "Be My Valentine" or "Mardi Gras"
The Show Director works very hard to put together the Entertainment and I
encourage everyone to be a part of the fun that they provide for us on Girls
Night Out.
If any of you would like to be a part of the show you are always welcomed.
I've done it...It's really fun!
Come on Out and have a great time!
It's always great to see everyone and meet some new girls too!
The Warren Girl's Night Out is one of the Most Active Monthly TG Events in NE
Ohio & Western PA.
The Warren GNO Goes On every 3rd Saturday of each month..We Never Cancel this
Event!

Hotel Info:
Comfort Inn Warren (Where most of the Girls stay at and less than a 3 minute
walk right around the corner from the "Funky Skunk" front door.)
136 N. Park Ave.
Warren, OH 44481
(330) 393-1200

Girls Night Out –St. Patrick Day's Warren, Ohio-Saturday, March 17th.

Girls Night Out –St. Patrick Day's Warren, Ohio-Saturday, March 17th.
at the
"Funky Skunk Night Club"
143 E. Market Street
Warren, Ohio
"Savakis Building" Parking across the Street in the Heritage Galleria Parking
lot.

Theme: "St Patrick Day" - (Wear some Green if you can)

Please Note: If you plan to stay at the Hotel make your reservations ASAP as it
is a the St. Patrick's Holiday.

The Show Director works very hard to put together the Entertainment and I
encourage everyone to be a part of the fun that they provide for us on Girls
Night Out.
If any of you would like to be a part of the show you are always welcomed.
I've done it...It's really fun!

Come on Out and have a great time!
It's always great to see everyone and meet some new girls too!
The Warren Girl's Night Out is one of the Most Active Monthly TG Events in NE
Ohio & Western PA.
The Warren GNO Goes On every 3rd Saturday of each month..We Never Cancel this
Event!

Hotel Info:
Comfort Inn Warren (Where most of the Girls stay at and less than a 3 minute
walk right around the corner from the "Funky Skunk" front door.)
136 N. Park Ave.
Warren, OH 44481
(330) 393-1200

A quick reminder about two up-coming programs.
First, this Saturday, March 10th;

"Document correction and up-dating."
This month's "3656 Trans Ave.", will be a review of the
latest rules and regulations regarding having your
documents refelect the true you.
We will cover federal and State of Illinois documents,
as well as, dealing with private employers and schools.
Topics such as name and gender marker change will be dealt
with, in detail.
Details;
Saturday, March 10th, begining at 6:30pm
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, IL.


SEED: Self Education Empowerment Defense.

The Center and Halsted and Soy Quien Soy (I am who I am):
Trans Empowerment Collective present SEED:
Self Education Empowerment Defense, a forty-five minute,
empowering program designed for individuals of all ability
and specifically for those who are trans*, queer, and/or
female-identified.
These communities are often targeted--
we will show you the skills to stay in safe and in control!
Our instructors are trans* individuals of color
and this program will be offered in Spanish and English.
Zuri brings to the program years of experience as a
police officer and Van will share easy, non-physical
ways of warding off potential attackers in a variety
of situations.
Lisa Gilmore, of the center's Anti-Violnce program will
also speak about ways to avoid becoming involved in dangerous
situations in the first place.
Participants are encouraged to come dressed in
comfortable clothes and ready to transform!
Details;
Sunday, March 18th, begining at 5:30pm,
The John Byrne Senior Center
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, IL

Center on Halsted is delighted to announce a special
screening of "TRANS" a new feature documentary in post
production.

"Trans" is an up-close and very personal journey into
the transgender world through the memorable stories
and the unusual lives of a remarkable cast of
characters.

Following the screening, members of the cast, and the
film's producer will be on hand for a discussion.

At their web-site;htttp://transthemovie.com, you can read
about the cast, and see a trailer for the film.

Details:
Sunday, April 8th, beginning at 2pm.
Hoover-Leppen Theater
Center on Haslted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, IL

NOTE:

This is a "private" screening and you must RSVP to be placed
on the attendance list.

RSVP to; jlatrobe@...

Tonight, Friday, April 6th, at 9pm, 20/20, ABC, (ch.7 in Chicago),

will have an interview with the Transsexual Canadian Beauty Pageant

contestant.

Girls Night Out –Warren, Ohio-Saturday, April 21st.

Girls Night Out –Warren, Ohio-Saturday, April 21st.
at the
"Funky Skunk Night Club"
143 E. Market Street
Warren, Ohio
"Savakis Building" Parking across the Street in the Heritage Galleria Parking
lot.
Theme: "Dress as you like".
Next Month (May) will be "Prom Night".

The Warren Girl's Night Out is one of the Most Active Monthly TG Events in NE
Ohio & Western PA.
The Warren GNO Goes On every 3rd Saturday of each month..We Never Cancel this
Event!

The Show Director works very hard to put together the Entertainment and I
encourage everyone to be a part of the fun that they provide for us on Girls
Night Out.
If any of you would like to be a part of the show you are always welcomed.
I've done it...It's really fun!

Come on Out and have a great time!
It's always great to see everyone and meet some new girls too!

Hotel Info:
Comfort Inn Warren (Where most of the Girls stay at and less than a 3 minute
walk right around the corner from the "Funky Skunk" front door.)
136 N. Park Ave.
Warren, OH 44481
(330) 393-1200

Standards of Care

Ms-understood, ms-applied, dis-liked by many in the
broad Trans community.

The WPATH, (World Professional Association for Transgender Health),
formerly know as the Harry Benjamin Standards of Care, have a major
impact on the lives of many people today.

In September of 2011, Version 7th was released.

This new version has many changes, (or improvements as I and others
would describe them).

Join us as we review the new version and it's changes.

Details;
3656 Trans Ave.
Saturday, April 14th
Beginning at 6:30pm
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, IL

PS: A preview of May's 3656: We will be holding May's event on
Saturday, May 5th, when Olivia Connor and Katie Thomas will
share with us the exciting details about this year's 30th
anniversary Be-All conference.

For more information, jlatrobe@...

Hi,

This May 5th, will see a very special "3656 Trans Ave".

This year is the 30th anniversary of the Be-All Conference.

Be-All is the second largest transgender conference in the
country and has been meeting in the Chicago area for the
last 20 years.

Join us, as we welcome Olivia and Katie, two of the conference's
chief organizers as we learn about events passed and the
exciting plans for this special year.

This will be a very inner-active presentation, so plan to ask
all your questions, share your experiences, and plans for this
year.

Details:
"3656 Trans Ave"
May 5th, beginning at 6:30pm
Center on Halsted
3656 n. Halsted
Chicago, Ill

jlatrobe@...

Girls Night Out –Warren, Ohio-Saturday, May 19th.


Girls Night Out –Warren, Ohio-Saturday, May 9th.
at the
"Funky Skunk Night Club"
143 E. Market Street
Warren, Ohio
"Savakis Building" Parking across the Street in the Heritage Galleria Parking
lot.
Theme: "Prom Night - Glam it Up Girls!".
Wear your favorite Formal dress if you'd like.. Prom Queen to be Crowned at Show
Time.

The Warren Girl's Night Out is one of the Most Active Monthly TG Events in NE
Ohio & Western PA.
The Warren GNO Goes On every 3rd Saturday of each month..We Never Cancel this
Event!


The Show Director works very hard to put together the Entertainment and I
encourage everyone to be a part of the fun that they provide for us on Girls
Night Out.
If any of you would like to be a part of the show you are always welcomed.
I've done it...It's really fun!

Come on Out and have a great time!
It's always great to see everyone and meet some new girls too!

Hotel Info:
Comfort Inn Warren (Where most of the Girls stay at and less than a 3 minute
walk right around the corner from the "Funky Skunk" front door.)
136 N. Park Ave.
Warren, OH 44481
(330) 393-1200