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SPECIAL EVENTS

CONNECT WITH COMMUNITY

This is a landing page for special events that fall outside of our regular programming, including recreational events, workshops, and more. Scroll down to see upcoming events. 

Check back on this page for any new updates. Announcements will also be posted on our Community Calendar​,  Meetup page, Facebook page, and Instagram.

If you have any suggestions for events, or would like to collaborate with us, please email us at info@calgaryoutlink.ca. We are always open to ideas that help foster connections with 2SLGBTQ+ communities.

Events are moderated by Outlink staff and external facilitators who reserve the right to remove anyone from an event who is in violation of our Safer Space Ground Rules.

LOVE LETTERS TO TRANS YOUTH

(C/O YOUR MLA)

Join Outlink at Element Cafe on February 15th from 4:30 to 7:30 and write a letter to your MLA to let them know how you feel about the provincial government's recently proposed policies regarding gender and sexually diverse youth. We will also be writing letters to queer and trans youth directly to let them know how deeply they are valued.

Our regularly scheduled Grabba Java meetup will be happening in the same space at 6:00 PM. This is a casual space for 2SLGBTQ+ folks and allies to come hang out and engage in some friendly conversation. Participants are welcome to drop-in at any point. No registration required.

When: February 15, 4:30 - 7:30

Where: Element Cafe (331 17 Ave SW)

Accessibility information:

  • The front entrance is wheelchair accessible

  • All the washrooms are all-gender, wheelchair accessible, single room facilities.

  • There are no dedicated parking spaces for building patrons. There is street parking in front of the building along 17th Ave, and along 2nd Street.

  • Nearby LRT stations include 3rd Street and Victoria Park Stations. Nearby bus routes include 3, 6, 7, 17, and 449

  • Being mindful of those with scent sensitivities, we ask that participants refrain from wearing strongly scented perfumes or personal care products.

 

COVID-19 SAFETY:

Public health and the safety of our communities are very important to us! Please take note of the following:

  • Wearing a mask is strongly recommended any time you are not actively eating/drinking.

  • If you have any symptoms related to COVID-19 (e.g. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose), we ask that you do not attend.

SAPPHIC SEX ED

WITH OUTLINK AND LAVENDER CLUB

Have you ever wondered about lesbian bed death or if you're doing sapphic sex wrong? Are you wanting inside tips on how to make your trans girlfriend feel extra special? Curious about consensuality? Are relationships feeling a little more complicated since starting T? Do you just want to hang out with others who think going to bed at 7pm is a romantic evening in? Join Outlink and Lavender Club for an afternoon of vibes, sapphic secrets, and real conversation with real queers on the ways we can embrace wellness and each other a little more.

When: February 24, 12:30 - 3:30

Where: CommunityWise

Venue accessibility information:

  • This workshop will be held in the Common Room located on the first floor of the CommunityWise building. 

  • There is a wheelchair accessible ramp to the building entrance. A portable ramp can be placed once inside to bridge the small step on the first floor to access the washrooms. 

  • All the washrooms are all-gender single room facilities. A wheelchair accessible washroom is available in the main floor

  • There are no dedicated parking spaces for building patrons. There is street parking in front of the building along 12 Ave, and along 2nd Street.

  • There are bike racks in front of the building.

  • Being mindful of those with scent sensitivities, we ask that participants refrain from wearing strongly scented perfumes or personal care products.

 

COVID-19 SAFETY:

Public health and the safety of our communities are very important to us! Please take note of the following:

  • Wearing a mask is strongly recommended any time you are not actively eating/drinking.

  • CommunityWise is equipped with air filtration devices that will be running throughout the workshop.

  • If you have any symptoms related to COVID-19 (e.g. fever, cough, sore throat, runny nose), we ask that you do not attend.

Please note that this event is intended for a mature audience.

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