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Remodeling Campaign In 2007 The Center Long Beach is celebrating 20 years of serving our community from our 4 th Street location. In celebration, the Board of Directors and staff have mounted an ambitious capital campaign to raise the funds necessary to remodel The Center and prepare it to meet the needs of our community for the next 25 years. If you are interested in giving or for more information, please contact Richard Morley, Director of Development. at (562) 434-4455., ext. 242. Or email richardm@centerlb.org
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Save These Dates State of The Center Brunch 3 rd and Cedar Avenue, Long Beach. Come join your friends to experience The Center's programs and successes in 2006, enjoy a free champagne brunch, and demonstrate your commitment to The Centers Long Beach's mission. Winter Gift and Floral Fantasy Join us for one of the largest winter holiday kickoff parties in Long Beach ! Purchase ALL of your holiday decorations and gifts at huge discounts on Thursday, November 30, from 4:00-9:00 pm at The Center, at this FREE winter holiday party. Food! Drinks! Entertainment! Stroll along Fourth Street and enjoy merchant discounts. Contact winterfantasy@centerlb.org to donate items for the auction, to volunteer, or for more information. |
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You're Invited! When was the last time Did you know that we have many new programs and services? Please join us for our new Center Matters socials. They will take place on Tuesday evenings at 7:00 pm and on Thursday mornings at 7:30 am (for you early risers). In one short hour you'll learn about all of The Center Matters: programs, services, groups, finances and plans for the future. You'll also get a chance to socialize with others from our community as well as meet staff members and board members. RSVP to Richard Morley, our Director of Development by phone at: 562-434-4455 ext. 242 or by e-mail at: richardm@centerlb.org . Dates are: The Center Board of Directors Meetings Thursday, October 26, 2006, 7:30 to 9:00 pm The Center Long Beach Board of Directors continues to meet the fourth Thursday of each month in The Center's boardroom. The meetings are open to the public.
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At The Center's new CyberCenter HTML WORKSHOP Saturday, November 11, 2006 Using the WEB to get CONNECTED! This is a hands-on practical workshop that will teach basic HTML code so that you can create and customize your own personal website, blog or MYSPACE profile. Learn how to use the web to share your story with the world. Connect with others who have a similar story. $19 with registration - $25 At the Door Early registration is recommended as space is limited. Instructor: Eric Leocadio of Catalyst LB Contact: Anna Rubin for time and to register, 562.434.4455 extension 231. |
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Homo-Coming Dance During the month of September, MYTE served 27 youth. They explored various discussion topics, including spirituality and gays in the military. The youth have been preparing for their “Homo-Coming Dance,” which will be held at The Center Long Beach on Saturday, October 28th from 8:00 PM – Midnight. All LGBTQ youth between the ages of 13-20 are invited to attend. The theme is “Famous Couples.” Dress to impress or come as you are. Fly solo, with a group, or as a pair. There will be a DJ and photographer, as well as a make your own corsage/boutonnière station. Light refreshments will be served. $2 admission at the door or FREE for registered MYTE members. If you would like to volunteer to chaperone the dance, please contact Serena Turley at 562-434-4455, ext. 237. Starting Friday, October 6th, MYTE will offer a FREE filmmaking workshop for LGBTQ youth between the ages of 13-20. We will meet Fridays from 5:00 – 7:00 PM at The Center Long Beach for a four-month workshop. Members will be creating an original film about LGBTQ youth. For more info, please call Serena at 562-434-4455, ext. 237. MYTE WISH LIST: · Digital video camera and tripod If you can donate any of these items, please email serenat@centerlb.org . |
The Center Long Beach Receives Gumbiner Foundation Grant The Center Long Beach gratefully acknowledges the Josephine S. Gumbiner Foundation for their generous grant in support of the Mentoring Youth Through Empowerment Program (MYTE). The monies will be utilized to provide much needed services and supplies to support struggling LGBTQ youth in the Long Beach area. To find out more about the wonderful work of this foundation go to www.jsgf.org .
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The Center is proud to announce an official collaboration with The American Cancer Society to address higher incidences of certain cancers among the LGBT community. The Long Beach Harbor Southeast Unit will work in concert with the Center and the YWCA to provide a Lunch & Learn event during Mammogram Screenings at The Center on October 19 th . This will be the first in a series of preventive and support services. For more info about The American Cancer Society go to cancer.org or email rosa.kelson@cancer.org .
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National Executive Director Search Has Begun The Center Begins National Search for a New Executive Director. Know of qualified candidates? Pass along this Job Description: The Executive Director of the LGBT Center of Greater Long Beach provides vision, leadership, motivation, inspiration and direction to the organization's Board of Directors, staff, volunteers and constituents. Responsible for the overall operational management of the organization and attainment of its long-range goals, the Executive Director will demonstrate outstanding management skills to ensure ongoing delivery of quality services in a cost-effective, responsible manner. He or she serves as the agency's senior representative and spokesperson to all constituencies and must exhibit excellent communication and interpersonal skills, serving as an advocate and coalition builder on behalf of lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. The successful candidate will be a visionary leader with an entrepreneurial sprit, committed to positively affecting the lives of lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people in Long Beach, the State of California, and across the nation. Minimum of 3 years senior management experience, preferably in a non-profit environment, Masters degree or higher in a relevant field of study (or equivalent job experience), bilingual skills preferred. The Center is accepting applications from September 1-October 31, 2006. Please mail resume and letter of interest (including specific job accomplishments and references) to: Executive Director Search Committee, The Gay and Lesbian Center of Greater Long Beach, 2017 E. 4th Street, Long Beach, CA 90814 or send by email to: edsearch@center.org |
2007 Film Festival: The Center will host a general organization meeting for the 2007 Long Beach Gay Film Festival. We are seeking individuals that are interested in film and would like to help make this a successful, fun, community event. We will be forming committees of marketing, sponsorship, logistics, event planners, film selection, etc. We welcome your skills and ideas. The tentative date of the festival is April 2007. The organization meeting will be held at The Center on Wednesday, October 25 th 7:00 pm. Emal filmfest@centerlb.org For all 2006 Volunteers Join us at The Center's Volunteer Appreciation party on Sunday November 5, 2006. Contact Roger Perez, Operations Supervisor, at rogerp@centerlb.org for more information . Help Desk Volunteers We are seeking professional and courteous people to work at our Community Help Desk. If you are interested in volunteering for The Center Long Beach please contact Roger Perez at (562) 434-4455, extension 232.
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JOIN THE FIGHT AGAINST MARRIAGE DISCRIMINATION BECOME INVOLVED! Attend our new monthly meetings here at The Center on the first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. Contact Stephanie Wells at Equality California for more information. VISIT EQUALITY CALIFORNIA AND LEARN MORE Check out the Family Pride Coalition also. Click here for their site and events!
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In the United States , 44 states have laws restricting marriage to a man and a woman, and 19 states have constitutional bans against same-sex marriage. This November, eight more states are poised to vote on constitutional amendments banning same-sex marriage. Massachusetts is the only state in the U.S. that allows same-sex couples to legally marry, but once a couple leaves or moves from Massachusetts their marriage is not recognized. We have a lot of work to do yet and we need your help. Volunteer for the The Center Long Beach 's Marriage Equality Project. Contact Stephanie Wells at stephaniew@centerlb.org or at 562-434-4455. Marriage Equality Project "Phone Home" Most initiatives seek to enshrine discrimination in a state's constitution by outlawing not only same-sex marriage, but also any form of legal protections for our families. Many people back home don't know about these ugly initiatives or how harmful they are. Lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) people back home need you to write or call the people you know and ask them to vote against discrimination on November 7. They also need your moral and financial support. You can use this site to find out more about the initiatives in each state, send e-cards to people you know in the targeted states, donate to the state campaigns, download talking points and suggested text for letters, and spread the word about Phone Home 2006! |
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