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-meet some folks and discuss, among other things, the importance of challenging consumerism and assimilation (and talk about what those words mean)
-eat tofu kebobs

Sat July 11-Queer Costume, Water-Fight Bike Ride

11am-2pm- bike fixing, costume making, water balloon filling, face painting, target practice etc.
2pm- the bike ride leaves 5684 Roberts st.

Sat July 11, 8pm-Queer Performance Night & Open Mic

Raindate: Sunday, July 12, 7pm
Still accepting performers- contact queer.and.rebel.days.2009@gmail.com or call 446-1788

Check out the list of performers!

Sun, July 12, 12-5pm-Queer Expressions: DIY art workshops and fair

-There will be zine making, button making, patch making and hair cutting stations.
-there will also be art for sale by and for Queers and their allies.
-there will be an optional erotic porn writing workshop from 1:30 - 2:30pm.

Sun, July 12, 3-6pm-Are You Queer Enough?

We will discuss the peer-policing of queer identities in the queer/gay community
There will also be a story telling element, where folks can speak to times they did not feel 'queer enough' and what that even means.
This will be followed by a collaberative zine making workshop for those interested.

Lunch Time Discussions Monday July 13-Thursday July 16, 12-2pm

There will be some food and a few folks hanging around to discuss any topics that might have been missed, and also to just generally hang out. Also, the button-maker will be available and so will the zine-making supplies.

Monday's suggested topics: the gay bar scene. why is gay culture often centered around bars? who does this exclude? how can we create alternative? and anything else related to queer or gay social spaces

Mon, July 13, 7pm-How to be an Ally

Have you even wondered how to be an ally, not just to queer or trans folk, but in general?
We will discuss principles and tactics of how to be a supportive ally.

Tue, July 14, 12-2pm: Lunch Time Discussions

There will be some food and a few folks hanging around to discuss any topics that might have been missed, and also to just generally hang out. Also, the button-maker will be available and so will the zine-making supplies.

Tuesday's suggested topics: unpacking our privilege. what heirarchies exist within queer culture and society at large? how does privilege change how people navigate through society? how do we recognize and use our privilege, and what does that mean? and anything else related to privilege or lack thereof

Tue, July 14, 7pm-Flag Wars Screening

From the film's description: "A cinema verite documentary that follows the conflicts that arise when gay white professionals move into a black working-class neighborhood. Filmed over four years in Columbus, Ohio and leads viewers on an eye-opening journey."

For more details, see http://www.pbs.org/pov/flagwars

Wed, July 15, 12-2pm: Lunch Time Discussions

There will be some food and a few folks hanging around to discuss any topics that might have been missed, and also to just generally hang out. Also, the button-maker will be available and so will the zine-making supplies.

Wednesday's suggested topics: spirituality. how do you reconcile being part of organized religion while being queer or lgbt? what are some alternative spiritual beliefs that people create for themselves? and anything else related to spirituality

Wed, July 15, 7pm-Queer Activist History: Guest Speaker and Discussion

-Talk about some historical moments of queer activism, and discuss where current activism is headed now
-An opportunity to meet other folks interested in queer activist actions.

Thu, July 16, 12-2pm: Lunch Time Discussions

There will be some food and a few folks hanging around to discuss any topics that might have been missed, and also to just generally hang out. Also, the button-maker will be available and so will the zine-making supplies.

Thursday's suggested topics: still up for suggestion.

Thu, July 16, 6pm-Wrap-up with Wraps

- Feedback and reflection- did anything make you uncomfortable? Did we miss anything? We want your feedback!
- Direct action planning- Are there any actions you want to see happen? Are you interested in being an active queer activist? Come to this event!
- Eat wraps!

*All events will be free, all-ages, trans-, lesbian-, gay-, bi-sexual-, queer-, questioning-, intersex-, two-spirited-, dyke-, fag-, poly-, asexual-, straight allies-positive, and volunteers will provide childcare upon request. We recognize the importance of language, and if you strongly don't identify as queer, please don't let that keep you from coming, because we would love to hear your ideas in our friendly, non-competitive, feminist spaces.

For more information, to request childcare or to volunteer contact: queer.and.rebel.days.2009@gmail.com or (902)-446-1788

**Accessibility:
The bathroom for 5684 Roberts Street is on the second floor thus, unfortunately, not making it accessible. The kebob kick-off, pre-bike ride party, performance night, queer expressions fair, and wrap-up with wraps will be in the backyard where you don't need to step up anything to get to and it is a grass and gravel covered surface. Sorry for any inconvenience this might cause.