Location: Chartwell Royal Park Retirement Residence 4315 Richardson Rd SW, Calgary AB T3E 7J7, Canada
Tomorrow, join us for Aging Out Loudly: Partnering for Inclusive 2SLGBTQl+ Retirement Living Let's build a future where everyone can age with pride. We're thrilled to partner with @ChartwellRetirement for an evening of conversation, community, and connection! Join us for a special mixer to explore what inclusive, affirming retirement can look like for 2SLGBTQl+ seniors — and how our local business community can help make it a reality. * A great chance for our members & community! Chartwell is actively looking for inclusive businesses to join their network. This is a perfect opportunity to connect if you're a: • Wellness Pro: Massage therapist, reflexologist, foot care specialist • Health Pro: Dental hygienist, hearing professional • Business Pro: Realtor, financial planner, lawyer, mover Enjoy light appetizers and drinks on us as we mix, mingle, and build connections that matter. THE DETAILS: What: An Inclusive Retirement Mixer When: Nov 27, 4:30-6:30pm Where: Chartwell Royal Park Calgary Cost: FREE for members & guests! Spots are limited! Follow the link to register: https://www.showpass.com/aging-out-loud-queer-connections-mixer/ Let's work together to create a more inclusive future for
Location: Rosso Coffee Roasters - Tuxedo, 2102 Centre St N, Calgary, AB T2E 2T3
Looking for a friendly check-in with your community? Grab a cup of tea and join us from wherever you are as we share in each other's company! This is a safe space for anyone who identifies as an 2SLGBTQ+ community member or ally. We will accept attendees on a drop-in basis. Our group meetings are intended as a space for casual connection. This is not a structured therapy group nor is it a dating space. If you are looking for further support, Outlink staff are available to meet with you one-on-one or in small groups by phone, text based messaging, or video call upon request. They can also help connect you to other counselling services. Please note that meetings are moderated by Outlink staff and volunteers who reserve the right to remove anyone from the group who is in violation of our Safer Space Ground Rules. If you'd like to take any pictures of the room or the group, please ask facilitators and participants first.
This is an in-person meeting at Rosso - Tuxedo location (2102 Centre St N).
We will have a few drink vouchers available to cover the cost of one drink if needed!
Public Health Safety Precautions:
Public health and safety of our communities is very important to us!
Wearing a mask is strongly encouraged when not eating or drinking.
If you have any cold, flu, or Covid symptoms (ex. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose), we ask that you please do not attend.
Location: 736 6 Ave SW #1900, Calgary, AB T2P 3N4, Canada
Trans ID Clinics are held in person in Calgary help individuals navigate the often complex process of having their ID documents match their identity, including: • Name changes You can join us at an upcoming clinic by booking your appointment online today. Registration is required. This takes place at Skipping Stone's *new* office: #1900 736 6 Ave SW
• Gender marker amendments
• Help with other ID documents
Register here: https://www.skippingstone.ca/id-clinics
Location: Virtual - Zoom
This group is open to all folks 16+ who are considering having or planning to have chest reduction, reconstruction, or mastectomy surgery, otherwise known as top surgery. Its goal is to provide space and support for those navigating options, wait times and/or healing. This group is available by registration only
For more info and to register: click here
Location: Rosso Coffee Roasters - Tuxedo, 2102 Centre St N, Calgary, AB T2E 2T3
Looking for a friendly check-in with your community? Grab a cup of tea and join us from wherever you are as we share in each other's company! This is a safe space for anyone who identifies as an 2SLGBTQ+ community member or ally. We will accept attendees on a drop-in basis. Our group meetings are intended as a space for casual connection. This is not a structured therapy group nor is it a dating space. If you are looking for further support, Outlink staff are available to meet with you one-on-one or in small groups by phone, text based messaging, or video call upon request. They can also help connect you to other counselling services. Please note that meetings are moderated by Outlink staff and volunteers who reserve the right to remove anyone from the group who is in violation of our Safer Space Ground Rules. If you'd like to take any pictures of the room or the group, please ask facilitators and participants first.
This is an in-person meeting at Rosso - Tuxedo location (2102 Centre St N).
We will have a few drink vouchers available to cover the cost of one drink if needed!
Public Health Safety Precautions:
Public health and safety of our communities is very important to us!
Wearing a mask is strongly encouraged when not eating or drinking.
If you have any cold, flu, or Covid symptoms (ex. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose), we ask that you please do not attend.
info, RSVP and ZOOM LINKS from Skipping Stone website: https://www.skippingstone.ca/groups/#zoomlinks
Caring Hearts (online via zoom) - Skipping Stone
FOURTH THURSDAY of the month
6:15pm - 8:15pm
Caring Hearts is for families, parents, and caregivers of trans and gender diverse children, youth and teens.
Caring Hearts finds ways to care for our children while finding ways to care for ourselves. It explores principals for gender affirming parenting, capacity building, and lots of sharing and caring.
This space is for families, parents, and caregivers of trans and gender diverse children, youth and teens. It full of sharing and caring around the challenges, questions, successes and joy that come from affirming parenting and raising a trans or gender diverse child.
• In person (at Skipping Stone office)
Second Thursday of the month | 6:15-8:15pm
• Online (via Zoom)
Fourth Thursday of the month | 6:15-8:15pm
For Zoom links & passwords: click here
Location: Anacrusis Music, 1410 11 Ave SW unit 205, Calgary, AB T3C 0M8, Canada
Music Program - Youth Guitar & String Ensemble
**This program is for youth between ages 14 and 20.
*If you are interested in trying out your first session, please email jacqs@skippingstone.ca before attending.
Students meet weekly to play songs that the group chooses. In addition to playing as a group, students can also improvise and play solos with the backing of the ensemble. There are also games, social time, snacks and more!
Having your own instrument and prior experience is encouraged, but not required. Support and instruments may be available-reach out to jacqs directly for info.
jacqs (they/it/zey) is the contact person: jacqs@skippingstone.ca
Click here for more information and to register for our Music Programs.
Location: Business & Pleasure, 1327b 9 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 0T2, Canada
Queer Speed Friending — like speed dating, but for friendship! Meet new people and connect in a fun, inclusive space.
Register here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/queer-speed-friending-tickets-1969883274903?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl
Location: House of Skate, 1100 42 Ave SE, Calgary, AB T2G 1Z4, Canada
Queer Calgary: Show off your moves at Queer Roller Skating! Offered every Thursday night at House of Skate!🌈🛼Follow Queer Calgary on Instagram to keep up-to-date on specific times for roller skating!
New and experienced skaters welcome to come out to come skate with us. We will set up a table to meet and visit while taking a break from skating!
If you have not already been to House of Skate please sign the waiver and review the House of Skate Policies before attending the event
House of Skate Policies
Reserve your ticket to guarantee admission at your desired time. Reserved tickets have priority over walk-ins.
Adult $18 | Adult Member $16
Youth $14 | Youth Member $12 | Children under 3 are free
Non-Skaters $5
Skate Rentals $8 | Optional safety gear is included
Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Location: Anacrusis Music, 1410 11 Ave SW unit 205, Calgary, AB T3C 0M8, Canada
Music Program - Adult Band & Choir
**This program is for adults between ages 18 and over.
*If you are interested in trying out your first session, please email jacqs@skippingstone.ca before attending.
All instruments and voices welcome. Previous experience is encouraged for instrumentalists. No experience required for vocalists. We will meet weekly to play songs chosen by the band, hang out and build community as we play and jam together.
Several performance opportunities are available throughout the year (performing is always optional!)
Click here for more information and to register for our Music Programs.
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