Borderland Rainbow Center

Femme Frontera Filmmaker Showcase


FEMME FRONTERA’S MINIFEST EVENT SPOTLIGHT:
“TRANScending Borders: Moving Beyond Identity” (Featured Panel Discussion)
Sponsored by

AUGUST 10TH @ 12:15 PM
PLAZA THEATRE
125 PIONEER PLAZA
EL PASO, TX

An in-person discussion featuring a panel of all Trans+ Filmmakers, who discuss their journeys, both in life and the film industry, from just starting out to releasing films worldwide, in theaters, on television, and on streaming platforms like Amazon Prime, Apple TV, Starz, PBS, and more.

Panelists: Aitch Alberto (Dir. “Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe”), StormMiguel Florez (Dir. “The Whistle”), Silvia Del Carmen Castaños (Dir. “Hummingbirds”), Ryan Rox (Dir. “Hidden Flora”), and Luca Silver (Dir. “What Is Sex?”)

FREE TO THE PUBLIC (Donations accepted)
Don’t miss out on this incredible event filled with creativity, inspiration, and community.
Mark your calendars for August 10th and join us for a day that promises to be as impactful as it is entertaining.

All our programs will have on site ASL & SSL Services.
Stay tuned the rest of this week as we spotlight each Trans+ panelist! 🏳️‍⚧️🤩
Full schedule: femmefrontera.org/minifest

Attention: We Have a New Time! Join us at 10 AM

🌟 Join us for our Trauma-Informed Yoga Series! 🌟

Transform your Saturdays with our FREE yoga sessions, designed to nurture your mind and body in a safe, inclusive space. 🧘‍♂️✨

ℹ️ Open to all! Whether you're a beginner or seasoned yogi, our sessions are tailored to meet you where you are on your journey.

🏳️‍🌈 Q***r friendly, trauma-informed, and person-centered – because everyone deserves to feel supported and empowered on their mat.

📅 Mark your calendars:
🗓️ April 27
🗓️ May 25
🗓️ June 29
🗓️ July 27
🗓️ August 31
🕙 10:00 AM

Let's come together and cultivate healing, strength, and community. Spread the word and invite your friends! See you on the mat! 🙏💕

🎲✨ Join us for Game Night on Saturday, July 27, from 7:00 to 10:00 PM at Sun City Games!

📍 1716 Yandell Dr, El Paso, TX 79902
🎮 Free play. Learn to play from local regulars at SCG!
🏥 Testing by DPH’s HIV Prevention Program
📚 Sign up and services by El Paso Library
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome!
🙌 Feel free to join alone or bring friends!

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🎲✨ ¡Únete a nosotros para la Noche de Juegos el sábado 27 de julio de 7:00 a 10:00 PM en Sun City Games!

📍 1716 Yandell Dr, El Paso, TX 79902
🎮 Juego libre, aprende a jugar con los habituales de SCG!
🏥 Pruebas del Programa de Prevención del VIH de DPH
📚 Servicios y registro por la Biblioteca de El Paso
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 ¡Todos son bienvenidos!
🙌 ¡Ven solo o trae a tus amigos!

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🌈✨ Join us for Q***r Youth Movie Night featuring Turning Red! 📽️🐼

🗓️ Date: August 10th
🕔 Time: 5 PM
📍 Location: The Center (2714 Wyoming Ave)

Let's celebrate together with a special movie night! We'll be making lanterns inspired by the Asian-themed heritage in the movie, enjoying the serene atmosphere with incense, and savoring delicious Asian-themed food. Don't miss out on this fun-filled evening!

RSVP here: https://forms.gle/QwYfhoM7pWYtNR4d7 or scan the QR code.

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🌈✨ ¡Únete a nosotros para la Noche de Película Juvenil Q***r con Turning Red! 📽️🐼

🗓️ Fecha: 10 de agosto
🕔 Hora: 5 PM
📍 Ubicación: The Center (2714 Wyoming Ave)

¡Celebremos juntxs con una noche de cine especial! Haremos farolillos inspirados en la herencia asiática de la película, disfrutaremos de un ambiente sereno con incienso y saborearemos deliciosa comida temática asiática. ¡No te pierdas esta noche llena de diversión!

Confirma tu asistencia aquí: https://forms.gle/QwYfhoM7pWYtNR4d7 o escanea el código QR.

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Reproductive healthcare and your rights.
August 1st, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM (CST) via Zoom.

In case anyone in Texas is interested in participating in these interviews.

🌈🎥 Join us for our Upcoming Q***r Movie Night on Friday, July 26th at 7pm at The Center (2714 Wyoming Ave)! We'll be screening the iconic "The Breakfast Club" with the Brat Pack. 🍿✨ Learn how to make the famous Captain Crunch and Pixie Stick Sandwiches from the movie! Light refreshments available, BYO-Beverage (The Center is a substance and alcohol-free space).

RSVP here: https://forms.gle/fjMNGbLGKp7ZqXRr9
or scan the QR code. 🏳️‍🌈

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🌈🎥 ¡Únete a nosotrxs para nuestra Próxima Noche de Cine Q***r el viernes 26 de julio a las 7pm en The Center (2714 Wyoming Ave)! Proyectaremos la icónica película "The Breakfast Club" con el Brat Pack. 🍿✨ ¡Aprende a hacer los famosos sándwiches de Captain Crunch y Pixie Stick de la película! Refrigerios ligeros disponibles, trae tu propia bebida (The Center es un espacio libre de sustancias y alcohol).

Confirma tu asistencia aquí: https://forms.gle/fjMNGbLGKp7ZqXRr9
o escanea el código QR. 🏳️‍🌈

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⏰ It’s time to submit your proposal for the 2025 happening in Las Vegas, NV on January 22-26, 2025!
🟣 Go to creatingchange.org for more information!
For Creating Change 2025, the Task Force requests that session proposals fall under one of the following tracks (descriptions available online):
📌 Building Capacity for the Movement
📌 Democracy and Civic Engagement
📌 Health and Wellness
📌 Practice Spirit, Do Justice
📌 Sexual Healing and Liberation
Submitting a proposal is your first chance to make the most of your Creating Change experience!
🗓️ Proposals are due SEPTEMBER 9, 2025
🟣 Be sure to stay tuned to social channels for more information about 2025!

It’s that time of the year again! Please join us on July 27, 2024 for our 5th Annual AIDS Walk!

Save the Date!!

Same place (Memorial Park, 1701 N. Copia). Same time (8 am). Same tune (Madonna and Beyoncé). Same cute pets (🐶).

You can register at the link below.

https://runsignup.com/Race/TX/ElPaso/BorderAIDSPartnership

Or go to

Please help support Border AIDS Partnership in supporting organizations helping fight HIV/AIDS.

More information to follow in the next few days.

Picture by Okay Doodle

Hope you had a great weekend! 🌈 Start this new week with all the strength and inspiration you need. Remember, every step counts, even the little ones. Keep moving forward and being your amazing self! ✨

Spanish:
¡Esperamos que hayas tenido un gran fin de semana! 🌈 Comienza esta nueva semana con toda la fuerza e inspiración que necesitas. Recuerda, cada paso cuenta, incluso los pequeños. Sigue adelante y siendo tu increíble yo. ✨

El Paso Museum of Art
Summer camp week three from July 22-26 for EPMA's Art School are now open for registration! A wide variety of classes for kids ages 6-13 are available now using the link in our bio! Limited spots available!

As Friday winds down, we hope you had a fantastic week! 🌈 Remember, as Harvey Milk said, "Hope will never be silent." Keep shining, keep hoping, and keep being you. ✨

Al terminar el viernes, ¡esperamos que hayas tenido una semana fantástica! 🌈 Recuerda, como dijo Harvey Milk, "La esperanza nunca será silenciosa". Sigue brillando, sigue teniendo esperanza y sigue siendo tú. ✨

A monstrous thank you to our sponsor: El Paso Electric! Your support for The Met Monsters Ball 2024 ensures a frightful night of fun and benefits The Borderland Rainbow Center. 🎃👻

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Un enorme agradecimiento a nuestro patrocinador: El Paso Electric. ¡Su apoyo para The Met Monsters Ball 2024 garantiza una noche espeluznante y divertida que beneficia al Borderland Rainbow Center! 🎃👻

Center Against Sexual & Family Violence

School is just around the corner! 🎒📚 Let's help our kids start the year off right.
From July 17th to the 31st, CASFV is collecting school supplies to support the children we serve. Your donations will make a huge difference in their lives.
How to help:
-Donate new school supplies (backpacks, pencils, notebooks, etc.) and new clothing (school uniforms of all sizes)
-Volunteer your time to help sort donations
-Share this post to spread the word
Please drop off your donations at our Family Resource Center located at 580 Giles El Paso, TX 79915 Monday-Thursday from 8am to 6pm or Fridays from 8am to noon.
Every little bit helps! Thank you for your support! ❤️

The next El Paso Drag Story Hour will take place
Saturday July 20 @ 4:00 P.M MST on the Facebook live .
Featuring special guest
follow by a fun craft project.

Tune in on our Facebook live !!


Drag Queen Story Hour El Paso TX


Make sure to like and share !!!!!

🔥 You're pure fire! Well, minus the "straight" part. 😉 Embrace your true self, because your unique spark lights up the world! 🌈✨

🔥 Eres puro fuego. Bueno, sin la parte "straight". 😉 Abraza tu verdadero yo, porque tu chispa única ilumina el mundo. 🌈✨

🌟 This Week at Margin Notes! 🌟
ALL WEEK: MID SUMMER MARKDOWN
20% OFF ALL BOOKS & BOOKISH RETAIL 15% OFF WINE RETAIL!!!!!! (TO GO WINE ONLY)
Monday: Closed
📚✨ Tuesday:
Wine & Words HORROR Book Club 6-8 PM
20% OFF ALL BOOKS & BOOKISH RETAIL 15% OFF WINE RETAIL!!!!!! (TO GO WINE ONLY)
Wednesday Fun:
Wine Down Wednesday: 10% off BTG, 15% off retail bottles
Books & Brushes Paint Night! 6-8 pm SOLD OUT
20% OFF ALL BOOKS & BOOKISH RETAIL 15% OFF WINE RETAIL!!!!!! (TO GO WINE ONLY)
🧙‍♂️ Thursday:
Author Event: Veronica Frescas 6-8 pm
🍷 Try it Before You Wine It Wine Tasting 6-8 PM
20% OFF ALL BOOKS & BOOKISH RETAIL 15% OFF WINE RETAIL!!!!!! (TO GO WINE ONLY)
🎤 Friday: 🎤 Open Mic & Karaoke Night
20% OFF ALL BOOKS & BOOKISH RETAIL 15% OFF WINE RETAIL!!!!!! (TO GO WINE ONLY)
🎸 Saturday:
Battle of the Bibliophiles 7-9 pm
Join us for our VERY first Literary trivia night! Fun for all ages & TEAM PRIZES, too!!!
20% OFF ALL BOOKS & BOOKISH RETAIL 15% OFF WINE RETAIL!!!!!! (TO GO WINE ONLY)
Sunday:
Sunday Funday!
10% off Charcuterie Boards & Turbullent Rose by the glass
20% OFF ALL BOOKS & BOOKISH RETAIL 15% OFF WINE RETAIL!!!!!! (TO GO WINE ONLY)
Join us for a week full of fun, books, and amazing vibes! 📚🍷✨
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We Need Diverse Books

🎉 Announcing our 2025 Mentors! 🎉
WNDB is excited to announce that applications for our 2025 Mentorship Program are opening August 15th! We will be awarding 15 mentorship spots across four categories: picture book (text), illustration, middle grade, and young adult. The 2025 Mentorship Program will run for one year beginning in January 2025.
📅 Applications will be open from August 15 to September 15, 2024!
Our 2025 mentors are an award-winning and bestselling lineup of children’s book creators. You can read their bios and mentor statements, as well as learn more about the mentorship program and application process at the link below! ⬇️
💻 bit.ly/WNDBMentorship
📖 ILLUSTRATION 📖
Hatem Aly
Jonathan Hill
Aya Ghanemeh
📖 PICTURE BOOK 📖
Inda Ahmad Zahri
Derrick Barnes
Anna Kang
Rachel Werner
📖 MIDDLE GRADE 📖
Julie Abe
Sarah Kapit
Susan Muaddi Darraj
Dawn Quigley
📖 YOUNG ADULT 📖
Marina Budhos
Ivelisse Housman
Darcie Little Badger
Laekan Zea Kemp
Please give our 2025 mentors a warm welcome! To all prospective applicants, we look forward to receiving your mentorship applications starting August 15th! 📝
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Chihuahuan Desert Climate Collaborative invites you to their first event on July 23 from 5:30 -7:30 p.m. at Valle Bajo Recreation Center. Get engaged and learn more about the project. Refreshments will be provided. Visit EPClimate.org for more details.

Next Saturday! Middle school and high school students are invited to join us as we break down the basics of AI and learn how to customize chatbots for fun, hobbies, and career exploration. 🤖⚡

Spots are limited, so don't miss out. Register here: https://loom.ly/grQ4uFo

To learn more about the AI Innovation Workshops presented in collaboration with Pioneers 21 visit https://bit.ly/ELPASOAI.

Finding community and support is just a click away! 🌈 PFLAG has hundreds of chapters across the country. Find your local chapter at pflag.org/find

Mark your calendar for The Met Monsters Ball benefiting the Borderland Rainbow Center on Friday, October 18, 2024 from 7pm to midnight at Ardovino's Desert Crossing.

What to expect: devilishly delicious heavy hors d'oeuvres, one signature drink, cash bar, costume contest with prizes, an electrifying live auction, spine-chilling fun, and the chance to dance the night away with your favorite ghouls and guys.

Date: October 18, 2024
Time: 7:00pm - Midnight
Location: Ardovino's Desert Crossing
Theme: The Met Monsters Ball
Tickets: $75 per person | Cash Bar
For more information: https://bit.ly/TMMBtickets

With your contributions and presence at the event you'll help ensure that the Borderland Rainbow Center will continue to provide vital assistance, including helping to sustain a food pantry that serves over 400 families every week, and hosting peer support group activities—over 100 events held last year alone!

The Monsters Ball is an event dedicated to raising funds and awareness for a select nonprofit engaged in inspiring work and investment into our community. 100% of the proceeds will benefit the Borderland Rainbow Center's vital services and programs.

Save the date, get your tickets, plan your costumes, and get ready for a frightfully fabulous evening! Together, we can ensure that the Borderland Rainbow Center continues to be a beacon of hope and support.