Watch this video of Kate Clinton, in her personal invitation to The Glee Party on Sunday, May 22nd.
Kate Clinton brings her Glee Party to Marin County on Sunday, May 22nd, 1 PM at Hoytt Theater, Osher Marin Jewish Community Center, 200 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael. Tickets: $45. A benefit for Spectrum, the North Bay's LGBT center.
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Friday, May 6, 2011
Wednesday, May 4, 2011
A Gleeful Kate Clinton Slated to Perform at Spectrum Benefit
Kate Clinton is coming to San Rafael and bringing her Glee Party with her.
In a tour that she describes as "part glee and part tea" she looks at the expectation in society that all problems can be solved in one hour minus commercial breaks with a few song and dance numbers thrown in. Her performance at the Hoytt Theater will benefit Spectrum's advocacy programs for LGBT youth.
Clinton is a wise cracking politically minded comedian whose swift wit has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years. Her shows are a mix of news of the day, commentary and observational humor covering religion, politics and LGBT issues.
Humor has long been a tool in creating political change. From court jesters and Jonathan Swift in the past to Steven Colbert and John Stewart today, comedy can say things about a society that cannot be said in other ways. Clinton is part of this tradition, asking the hard questions and as she says, ãtelling the truth no on would say.ä
Comedy also breaks down the barriers between people. "People hear each other in a light moment," Clinton said. Sometimes after a show she will be approached by a member of the audience who says, "I am a Republican but I still laughed." She laughs, "Should I congratulate them?"
According to Kate we all have the opportunity to make a difference but we need to realize that political action is sexy.
"Have you gone door to door with a friend?" She quips and continues say that we need to get out and do more then just send emails. "Moving your body around" is important, create community, have potlucks, get people together she advises starting a book club where ideas are exchanged and taken out into the world.
The creation of community is part of what Spectrum is doing in San Rafael. Their programs offer support groups for LGBTQ youth ages 14-19, GSA clubs and a new collaborative project with Youth Leadership Institute to create positive high school environments for LGBT youth.
The importance of community in creating political change is not lost on Paula Pilecki, Executive Director Spectrum LGBT Center. "We can provide support for kids who have been bullied in school; we can educate parents and guardians whose kids are gay; we can work with schools to be proactive about enforcing zero tolerance anti-bullying policies; and we can advocate for legislation that will protect all students, regardless of real or perceived sexual orientation and gender identity. None of these activities can stand alone; we need all of it to make a difference, and we need many voices in order to be heard", Pilecki said.
Kate will be performing on May 22 at, 1:00 PM in the Hoytt Theater, Osher Marin Jewish Community Center, 200 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael. Tickets are available exclusively through Spectrum at http://www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org/. (415) 472-1945, ext. 209.
Reposted from Gaysonoma.com
Quinn Conklin 03 May 2011
In a tour that she describes as "part glee and part tea" she looks at the expectation in society that all problems can be solved in one hour minus commercial breaks with a few song and dance numbers thrown in. Her performance at the Hoytt Theater will benefit Spectrum's advocacy programs for LGBT youth.
Clinton is a wise cracking politically minded comedian whose swift wit has been entertaining audiences for over 25 years. Her shows are a mix of news of the day, commentary and observational humor covering religion, politics and LGBT issues.
Humor has long been a tool in creating political change. From court jesters and Jonathan Swift in the past to Steven Colbert and John Stewart today, comedy can say things about a society that cannot be said in other ways. Clinton is part of this tradition, asking the hard questions and as she says, ãtelling the truth no on would say.ä
Comedy also breaks down the barriers between people. "People hear each other in a light moment," Clinton said. Sometimes after a show she will be approached by a member of the audience who says, "I am a Republican but I still laughed." She laughs, "Should I congratulate them?"
According to Kate we all have the opportunity to make a difference but we need to realize that political action is sexy.
"Have you gone door to door with a friend?" She quips and continues say that we need to get out and do more then just send emails. "Moving your body around" is important, create community, have potlucks, get people together she advises starting a book club where ideas are exchanged and taken out into the world.
The creation of community is part of what Spectrum is doing in San Rafael. Their programs offer support groups for LGBTQ youth ages 14-19, GSA clubs and a new collaborative project with Youth Leadership Institute to create positive high school environments for LGBT youth.
The importance of community in creating political change is not lost on Paula Pilecki, Executive Director Spectrum LGBT Center. "We can provide support for kids who have been bullied in school; we can educate parents and guardians whose kids are gay; we can work with schools to be proactive about enforcing zero tolerance anti-bullying policies; and we can advocate for legislation that will protect all students, regardless of real or perceived sexual orientation and gender identity. None of these activities can stand alone; we need all of it to make a difference, and we need many voices in order to be heard", Pilecki said.
Kate will be performing on May 22 at, 1:00 PM in the Hoytt Theater, Osher Marin Jewish Community Center, 200 North San Pedro Road, San Rafael. Tickets are available exclusively through Spectrum at http://www.spectrumlgbtcenter.org/. (415) 472-1945, ext. 209.
Reposted from Gaysonoma.com
Quinn Conklin 03 May 2011
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
MIX IT UP! LGBT Business Mixer at Sabor of Spain, 2/24
Join Spectrum at our first business mixer of 2011 at Sabor of Spain in downtown San Rafael on Thursday, February 24, 5:30 - 7:30 PM.
Owner Scott Scheidt and Event Chef Jayson Valencia invite us in for a warm winter evening at Sabor of Spain Vinoteca and Alta Cucina, serving Spanish tapas and an impressive wine and beer list.
Featuring:
-Complimentary happy hour nosh, compliments of Sabor of Spain
-No-host wine and beer bar (the list for both is fabulous)
-Raffle prize drawing (bring your business card)
-No cost to attend
RSVP requested by calling (415) 472-1945 ext. 209 or click "I'm Attending" on our Facebook page.
WHY THIS MIXER? Spectrum is the North Bay's LGBT community center.
We know local businesses want to connect with the LGBT community. We also know that LGBT consumers show a very high loyalty rate to businesses that support the LGBT community.
Our goal with this event is to introduce LGBT and LGBT-friendly businesses to LGBT people who have an interest in their services. This event is not only for B2B connections; it's for the LGBT community who live and work in Marin and beyond.
Introducing our first co-sponsors of 2011:
Sabor of Spain Vinoteca and Alta Cucina Sabor's Facebook Page
Monty White Law LLP - a new Rafael-based law practice
Betty's List - Thanks to Betty for organizing her new North Bay Smart Women Business Mixers around our mixer!
Want to co-sponsor this event or donate a raffle prize (min value $25)? Call Paula at (415) 472-1945 ext. 209.
See you soon!
Owner Scott Scheidt and Event Chef Jayson Valencia invite us in for a warm winter evening at Sabor of Spain Vinoteca and Alta Cucina, serving Spanish tapas and an impressive wine and beer list.
Featuring:
-Complimentary happy hour nosh, compliments of Sabor of Spain
-No-host wine and beer bar (the list for both is fabulous)
-Raffle prize drawing (bring your business card)
-No cost to attend
RSVP requested by calling (415) 472-1945 ext. 209 or click "I'm Attending" on our Facebook page.
WHY THIS MIXER? Spectrum is the North Bay's LGBT community center.
We know local businesses want to connect with the LGBT community. We also know that LGBT consumers show a very high loyalty rate to businesses that support the LGBT community.
Our goal with this event is to introduce LGBT and LGBT-friendly businesses to LGBT people who have an interest in their services. This event is not only for B2B connections; it's for the LGBT community who live and work in Marin and beyond.
Introducing our first co-sponsors of 2011:
Sabor of Spain Vinoteca and Alta Cucina Sabor's Facebook Page
Monty White Law LLP - a new Rafael-based law practice
Betty's List - Thanks to Betty for organizing her new North Bay Smart Women Business Mixers around our mixer!
Want to co-sponsor this event or donate a raffle prize (min value $25)? Call Paula at (415) 472-1945 ext. 209.
See you soon!
Tuesday, October 12, 2010
National Coming Out Day Focuses on Youth Suicides (News Story)
Spectrum, officials draw attention to bullying, teens.
from San Rafael Patch
By Nancy Isles Nation
October 11, 2010
The Spectrum LGBT Center held a rally Monday to celebrate National Coming Out Day with a focus on young people and the bullying that has caused teens to commit suicide across the country.
Paula Pilecki, Spectrum executive director, read the names and circumstances of recent suicide victims who killed themselves after bullying.
"Gay kids are not the only ones to take their lives to suicide but they are three times more likely to," Pilecki said. "Gay teens have been struggling for quite a while."
Pilecki said she hopes to reach young people from throughout the county.
"It's time for us to come out of the closet and stand together," Pilecki said at the rally on the steps of San Rafael City Hall.
Mary Jane Burke, superintendent of Marin County schools, said it is time for everyone regardless of sexual orientation to be treated with dignity.
She said young people should be looking at dreams and toward their futures.
Vice Mayor Damon Connolly said he has two daughters at Terra Linda High and he has been talking with them about a recent suicide at their school and Proposition 8, the ban on gay marriage in California.
"There's a ray of hope here," Connolly said. We are seeing young people here and their generation gets it."
Connolly referred to two recent suicides at Terra Linda High School and Miller Creek Middle School, saying this is a problem on a larger level.
The Terra Linda incident involved a 15-year-old girl. Monday, the body of a 13-year-old Miller Creek Middle School was found by another child. Neither appeared to be related to sexual orientation but they were both reminders of the vulnerability of teenagers.
"We need to teach the right values and prevent bullying," Connolly said.
from San Rafael Patch
By Nancy Isles Nation
October 11, 2010
The Spectrum LGBT Center held a rally Monday to celebrate National Coming Out Day with a focus on young people and the bullying that has caused teens to commit suicide across the country.
Paula Pilecki, Spectrum executive director, read the names and circumstances of recent suicide victims who killed themselves after bullying.
"Gay kids are not the only ones to take their lives to suicide but they are three times more likely to," Pilecki said. "Gay teens have been struggling for quite a while."
Pilecki said she hopes to reach young people from throughout the county.
"It's time for us to come out of the closet and stand together," Pilecki said at the rally on the steps of San Rafael City Hall.
Mary Jane Burke, superintendent of Marin County schools, said it is time for everyone regardless of sexual orientation to be treated with dignity.
She said young people should be looking at dreams and toward their futures.
Vice Mayor Damon Connolly said he has two daughters at Terra Linda High and he has been talking with them about a recent suicide at their school and Proposition 8, the ban on gay marriage in California.
"There's a ray of hope here," Connolly said. We are seeing young people here and their generation gets it."
Connolly referred to two recent suicides at Terra Linda High School and Miller Creek Middle School, saying this is a problem on a larger level.
The Terra Linda incident involved a 15-year-old girl. Monday, the body of a 13-year-old Miller Creek Middle School was found by another child. Neither appeared to be related to sexual orientation but they were both reminders of the vulnerability of teenagers.
"We need to teach the right values and prevent bullying," Connolly said.
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