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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ
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Free monthly events plus an annual parade & festival. A 501(c)(3) cultivating celebration, education, visibility & safe spaces in the Chicago, Illinois suburbs. ElginPride.org πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈ
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· 12d
Halloween Game Night Thursday, Nightmare on Chicago Street Saturday -- Spooky Season is officially upon us!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· 23d
Tomorrow is National Coming Out Day, when we honor our community's stories, listen to those who are ready to share theirs, and hold space for those whose stories are silent.
Recommended event: Belong: Fox Valley's storytelling and social event 10/12 at 6 PM, Geneva Winery's Batavia location!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· 26d
Go where the grownups are! LGBTQ+ folks ages 50 and up, join us at this month's Prime Network -- a happy hour designed for queer people in their prime.
October 15 6 PM-8 PM
Eastside CafΓ© - Coffee & Wine Bar
311 Barrington Ave, Unit A, East Dundee
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Oct 3
See you tomorrow at DuPage Court (outside, between the Elgin Area Chamber and Dream Hall) for coffee and friendship! 10-12 (drop in anytime), all ages, free entry, BYO caff!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Sep 23
Today we close out #BiWeek with Celebrate Bisexuality+ Day! Bi+ and pan friends, you are valid and you are seen!
Get more info and resources at GLAAD's website!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Sep 22
Game Night this Thursday! Drop in at or after 6:30 for free gameplay for players of all interests. Allies welcome, and all ages!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Sep 17
Prime Network is TONIGHT at Eastside CafΓ© - Coffee & Wine Bar! Drop in between 5 and 7 to meet other LGBTQ+ people in their 50s and older!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Sep 12
Are you 50 or older and looking to meet other LGBTQIA+ locals? Drop in to Eastside CafΓ© - Coffee & Wine Bar on Sept. 17 between 5-7 PM for friendship and community! Last month's event was a huge success, and we're excited to see y'all again!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Aug 28
Game night tomorrow at Boar's Hat Gaming! Free, all ages, and allies welcome. Bring a friend, a board or card game, or just yourself!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Aug 13
Book Club this Sunday, and the very first Prime Network 50+ Happy Hour one week from today!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Aug 8
bookshop.org/shop/Archives and bookshop.org/.../bury-you... for more!
Archives Bookshop
Archives, founded by a queer married couple tired of the literary status quo, is a unique bookstore and mocktail bar in Elgin. We champion diverse voices and stories that challenge traditional narrati...
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Aug 8
Our next book club pick: horror bestseller BURY YOUR GAYS by Chuck Tingle. Get info and reviews at bookshop.org, where your purchase of the book or ebook can benefit our local indie Archives Elgin. Click "Choose a Bookstore" then pick Archives. See you August 17 at Gail Borden Public Library!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Aug 8
The tea: elginpride.org/event-details/elgin-pride-prime-network
Elgin Pride Prime Network | Elgin Pride
Elgin Pride's vibrant and engaging happy hour specifically designed for LGBTQ+ individuals who are 50 years old and above.
www.elginpride.org
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Aug 8
Announcing the Prime Network, a 50+ LGBTQ+ happy hour! Connect with fellow LGBTQ+ people in their prime, in a relaxed and supportive atmosphere.
August 20, 5-7 PM (drop in), Eastside Cafe, Dundee. Free entry; drinks and food for purchase. No RSVP required.
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Aug 7
New program announcement drops today! What do you think it will be? Add your guess in the commentsπŸ©·β¬‡οΈ
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 27
This is happening at 10 AM today! Bring sun protection, bug spray, and water for a relaxed-pace hike with your community at Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve.
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 23
See you tomorrow at the (air-conditioned!) Boar's Hat Gaming for Elgin Pride Game Night. Til then, stay safe in this heat!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 21
Game Night Thurs. July 24 at Boar's Hat Gaming! Queer Mountaineers Hike Sunday July 27 at Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve! Details on our website, ElginPride.org 🧩🌲
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 19
Tomorrow at 10 AM, meet us at Eastside CafΓ© - Coffee & Wine Bar for our most popular event, Chat & Caff! It's a relaxed hangout for all ages, allies included. Make new friends, or bring your book or craft and just exist alongside other cool queer, affirming humans!
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 17
Join us this Saturday July 19 for Chat & Caff at Eastside Cafe Dundee! Chat & Caff is a relaxed coffee meetup for community and allies of all ages. Drop in Saturday anytime between 10 and noon, 311 Barrington Ave Unit A, East Dundee!
A photo of rainbow cake on a rainbow background. Overlaid text reads "Elgin Pride Chat & Caff. Special location! Eastside Cafe, 311 Barrington Ave Unit A, East Dundee. July 19. Drop in anytime between 10 and noon. All ages. Free entry. Free street parking. Drinks and food available for purchase. ElginPride.org
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 14
"Language is imperfect, so it’s important to trust and respect the words that nonbinary people use to describe their genders and experiences.
To all of our nonbinary loved ones: We see you, we support you, and we're proud of you! πŸ’›πŸ€" -PFLAG National
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 14
"Some use the term exclusively, while others may use it interchangeably with terms like genderqueer, genderfluid, gender non-conforming, gender diverse, or gender expansive. It can also be combined with other descriptors e.g. nonbinary woman or transmasc nonbinary." -PFLAG National
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 14
Happy International Nonbinary People’s Day! πŸ’›πŸ€πŸ’œπŸ–€ From PFLAG National: "What does it mean to be β€œnonbinary”?
Nonbinary refers to people who do not subscribe to the gender binary. Check out their amazing resources at pflag.org/resource/non... and more info in our comments!
Elgin Pride's logo in black and lavender, atop a nonbinary flag that looks like paint on canvas. From top to bottom, stripes in yellow, white, purple, and black.
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 13
Today it's a festival fashion flashback! Thank you to Rose & Marie Photography for capturing the festival realness from floral hat to rainbow toe.
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Elgin Pride πŸŒˆπŸ³οΈβ€βš§οΈπŸ³οΈβ€πŸŒˆ @elginpride.bsky.social Β· Jul 12
Today's the day! FREE food and fun at Wheeler Park, 1 PM to 4 PM!
πŸ“ Wheeler Park, 822 N 1st St, Geneva
πŸ” Burgers, hotdogs, some vegetarian options, chips, sweets & bottled water
🌦 Rain plan: The event will continue unless there is continuous heavy rain or a severe thunderstorm (including lightning)