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Join us for this benefit performance of Framed Wolfe's production "Out of the Closet and Into the Fire" a moving play about the LGBTQ+ experience. Jan Wolfe is back with an updated and expanded edition of her amazing play based on the real life experiences for LGBTQ+ people. Join this rare opportunity to immerse yourself in the stories of our community while giving back. The Borderland Rainbow Center will use profits from this production to provide life-saving services such as LGBTQ+ affirming therapy, peer support, food pantry, and case management to queer folks of all ages. Be a part of healing our community!
Your ticket includes a 3-course dinner and a cash bar will be available. Tickets are $60 each with an additional $2 processing fee.
6:15 Doors Open
6:45 dinner served
8pm Performance Begins
This play contains adult content on themes such as violence, sexual violence, and discrimination and is not suitable for small children. Licensed counselors will be available for support in the event than any guest experiences discomfort and needs support.
All tickets are non-refundable. In event of cancellation, all tickets will be honored for a virtual screening.
All profits benefit the Borderland Rainbow Center, the region's only professional run LGBTQ+ Community Center within over 250 miles of El Paso, TX. $19 of your ticket price is tax-deductible; the Borderland Rainbow Center is a 501C-3 non-profit, Federal EIN number ending in 9637.
LOCATION
Ardovino's Desert Crossing, 88063 - 9/9 show
Sept. 10th - One Grub Community Diner
Purchase tickets for $25 to the show on 9/10 at the One Grub Community Diner -
6:30 pm doors open
8pm Performance Begins
All profits benefit the Borderland Rainbow Center, the region's only professional run LGBTQ+ Community Center within over 250 miles of El Paso, TX. $25 of your ticket price is tax-deductible; the Borderland Rainbow Center is a 501C-3 non-profit, Federal EIN number ending in 9637.
Save the Date for our 2022 Gala
10/22/22
Healthy Relationships Therapy Group
New cohort starting soon!
All are welcome to join group sessions to learn how to identify unhealthy habits and improve relationships. We will discuss communication styles, active listening, and boundary setting. Our focus will be on relationship building whether romantic, familial, or in other friendships in your life.
We ask that all participants be able to participate in all 8 sessions. Eight 1.5 hour session for $80.
For more information and/or to register: CrisTherapist@borderlandrainbow.org
Food Pantry Distribution*
Mondays
9:30 AM - 12:00 Noon MDT
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No ID required.
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Drive-through or walk up.
*Pantry will close without prior notice if/when supplies run out.
Restarting in late September
Deaf Pantry Day*
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Food distribution only.
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For case management, email deafservices@borderlandrainbow.org.
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No ID required.
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ASL fluent staff on site.
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Drive-through or walk up.
*Pantry will close without prior notice if/when supplies run out.
Book Club
Monthly, Third Mondays
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM MDT
This group will be held virtually. Zoom info is on our Facebook Page
Gather monthly on the third Monday evening to discuss your favorite books! Email CrisTherapist@borderlandrainbow.org for meeting details.
If you need ASL interpretation, email deafservices@borderlandrainbow.org.
Virtual Stonewall Addictions Peer Support Group
Tuesdays 6:00-7:30pm
This virtual support group is designed to serve the needs of LGBT folks and their allies who are struggling with substances. Join a recovery community where you can be supported in your whole identity.
Join us to give and receive support! Email Brian@borderlandrainbow.org for meeting info.
Virtual/F2F T.R.U.E Colors
LGBTQ Teen Support Group
Wednesdays 6:00-8:00 pm
This group will be held virtually and face-to-face on alternating weeks. Please visit our Facebook page to obtain details for the video/phone call in.
The BRC offers LGBT teens a safe space where youth can access therapeutic support, peer affirmation, and socialization. A great group for teens struggling with coming out to family and friends, bullying, dating, friends, etc.
Email abigail@borderlandrainbow.org for meeting info.
Virtual Family of Transgender Folk Support Group
Thursdays 7:00pm - 8:30pm
This group will be held virtually.
Join family members, parents, and guardians in supporting each other in their journey with transgender, non-binary, or genderqueer children and family members.
Email queerpeer1@borderlandrainbow.org for meeting info.
Virtual Transgender Youth Support - Rainbow Kids Group
Thursdays 7:00pm - 8:30pm
This group will be held virtually. Please visit our Facebook page to obtain details for the video / phone call in.
Join elementary and middle school peers in supporting each other in their journey as transgender, non-binary, or genderqueer people. Facilitated by social worker.
Email abigail@borderlandrainbow.org for meeting info.
Drag Queen Story Hour
Monthly - Dates Vary
Drag Queen Story Hour is a local affiliate of the national Drag Queen Story Hour movement.
Keep your eyes on our calendar (above), our Facebook page and our Instagram feed for announcements of our monthly Story Hours featuring local drag performers reading books to children and leading arts activities.
Contact Moe at DQSH@borderlanrainbow.org for information on private parties and performances.
