Come and share your talent!

Sing, dance, impressions, jokes, magic tricks, poetry…show us what you got!

Join others for an evening of fun!

Celebrate PFLAG Washburn’s 15th Anniversary with a Two-Part Party!!!

Join us on Thursday, April 18th for a Reception and Movie event!

The RECEPTION: 5:30 PM - 522 Chapple Ave (PFLAG Office - Suite 102), Ashland, WI

Join us in our new office for food/refreshments before the movie. Refreshments and mental health information are provided by Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center.

The MOVIE: 7:00 PM - Ashland Bay Cinema - 420 Main St West, Ashland, WI

ADMISSION IS FREE

Prayers for Bobby is a movie based on the true story about a mother who first prayed that her son, Bobby, would be “healed,” then anguished when he died by suicide. Mary (played by Sigourney Weaver) became a crusader for LGBTQ+ people. This is a reshowing of the same movie played at PFLAG Washburn’s first meeting in April 2009.

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Due to a generous gift from Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, copies of The Little Book of Love from the Chequamegon Bay and The Divine Spark, Second Edition will be given away FREE at both events.

Who doesn’t like a little book party! Several authors will share their Divine Spark book contribution followed by a Q & A. Thanks to a generous grant from Tamarack Health Ashland Medical Center, FREE copies of both books will be available. Donations to PFLAG are accepted but not required.

The event will be in-person at the Bayfield Carnegie Library or virtually at the connection information below.

Virtual Connection Information

Zoom Meeting Link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/6145307362?omn=81387775281

Zoom Meeting ID: 614 530 7362

Find your local number: https://us06web.zoom.us/u/kdXKHZBHx6

The unique challenges and strengths of being non-binary in highly visible professions, what does “professional” mean, and some challenges and strengths specific to being non-binary in law enforcement.

Presented by: Jess Hall

In-person attendance will be hosted at the Washburn Public Library.

Virtual attendance through Google Meet at the following link:

Video call link: https://meet.google.com/piq-yiax-fyn

Or dial: ‪(US) +1 615-802-0798‬ PIN: ‪293 302 235‬#

Celebrate the season with PFLAG members and friends! We’re planning a holiday party instead of our regular Third Thursday chapter meeting. Join us for crafts, cookie decorating, and lots of great food. You won’t want to miss the empanadas!

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This come-when-you-can party offered rainbow themed craft making, cookie decorating, and mental health tips and coping strategies on how to deal with the extra feelings that come in December. Adults and children attended this event with great food and fellowship. Yummy Empanadas!

Over 30 in attendance.

Presentation and Panel at The Washburn Club

PFLAG Washburn-Chequamegon bay and the League of Women Voters of Ashland and Bayfield Counties come together to host a presentation from Kate Stolp, MD, and a panel of local participants. Including a parent, a pastor, a physician, a police chief, PFLAG president, and a therapist.

What unique challenges do transgender individuals face when seeking access to basic healthcare, including gender-affirming care? Trans healthcare doesn't have to be a mystery, and trans folks deserve to live their lives with access to good care, and to live without the burden of educating cisgender people. Join us to learn more about the subject.

The American Medical Association passed a resolution drafted by The Endocrine Society to protect access to evidence-based gender-affirming care for transgender and gender-diverse youth, noting "it is the responsibility of the medical community to speak out in support of evidence-based care. Medical decisions should be made by patients, their relatives, and health care providers, not politicians."

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Over 40 in attendance.

Details coming soon. Start time is subject to change!

Join us at Ashland Bay Cinema for The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert! Want to watch Elrond in drag? This movie is for you!

Please note this event has changed date/time!

Band “Cowboy Killer” will be playing!

Please stay tuned while we confirm times!

211 Martini hosts a night to remember Stonewall.

Visit their Facebook page.

Pride Anthems creates a vibrant musical experience that celebrates, inspires and commemorates the legacy and power of the Stonewall Riots. From Donna Summer and Queen to George Michael, Erasure, Madonna, Lady Gaga and more, Pride Anthems takes you on a musical and cultural journey through music that evokes the struggles, heartache and liberation of queer lives then and now.

Tickets: $20/$28/$37

Visit Big Top’s website for more info and to get tickets.

Pizza Time!

Local orgs and businesses are teaming up for a delicious fundraiser at The Alley! There will be pizza, there will be wings, there will be caesar salad, mac & cheese, and beverages! A fantastic time to stuff your face and contribute to supporting the LGBTQ community at the same time!

Price is $20 for adults and $15 for kids under 10.

Dora Diamond will be performing! There will also be a silent auction!

How many exclamation points do I have to put in this announcement for you to come get pizza! Don’t forget your Lactaid tablets!

After Party at Don & GG’s Food & Spirits (1300 E. Cloverland Dr.).  There will be an Open Mic (last year’s was so much fun!) followed by a performance by the fabulous Dora Diamond.  Ages 18+, dancing encouraged!  Check their website for the detailed schedule of events!

Ironwood City Square (101 W. Aurora St.)
12:00-5:00, PRIDE UP Festival in the Park!!!  Enjoy incredible live music and entertainment, beautiful artwork, and delicious food truck cuisine!  Visit with vendors, community partners and local resources who will have booths set up.  (If you are interested in participating as a vendor or community partner, please contact Cathy Flory at: cathy@northwindcoop.org.)  Check their website for the detailed schedule of events!