Newsletter 16th November 2011

19th November 2011

The voting is done, the tickets are sold out- all that remains is to attack your wardrobe - The quintessential black-tie event of the year is upon us! The Cork Rebel awards celebrates contribution and achievement from individuals, groups and initiatives in, and on behalf of, the LGBT community, see you all there

Civil Partnership Explained

The Cork gay Project in Conjunction with the Parents support network present an information evening for LGBT people, parents and family members on the legal and financial implications of civil partnership. Anyone with an interest in the topic is welcome. On the 16th November at 6.30pm at Dun laoi , 8 North Mall. Booking - dave@gayprojectcork.com or 087 6381578 / Ber Nolan 087 7902230 The guest speakers will be Tim Bracken B.L. and Margaret Campbell

Tim Bracken B.L. from Cork City is a practising barrister who specialises in the areas of probate and succession. He is co-author of the recently published The Probate Handbook. Margaret Campbell is a solicitor with her own practice in Cork City Centre. She specialises in the areas of probate and succession. She is co-author of the recently published The Probate Handbook and is a regular lecturer for the Law Society.

23rd November 2011

On the 23rd of November, UCC LGBT is holding a fundraising wine reception at The Other Place on South Main Street, Cork City Centre, this will then be followed by Freakscene goes Formal for anyone who wishes to go clubbing after.

24th November 2011 6.00-8.00pm during drop-in.

Costume Think Tank

The Fantasy Ball is approaching and its time to get your outfit sorted. Come to LINC on 24th November at 6pm and find and share your ideas for costumes. Bring bits and pieces, hats, wigs, frocks, accessories etc. to put your outfit together and maybe help others out with theirs. At least five women need to sign up for this workshop to happen. Please phone Susanne Raven @ 086-2132035. If you sign up, please also show up on the night.

Book Club

Next meeting is 6th December at 8pm. The book is The Fires of Bride by Ellen Galford. All Welcome.

Dates For Your Diary

10th December 12-3pm LINC craft fair

We have a very talented community and this is always reflected in our annual craft fair. If you would like to sell your wares on the day please contact emma@linc or tina@linc to reserve a space.

18th December LINC Kids Christmas Party 22nd December LINC Christmas Party

Fantasy Ball!!!
The Fantasy Ball takes place in the Liquid Lounge on the 10th of December. Tickets are 10euro.

GAY PROM 25th November The Mansion House

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Whats happening in LINC

Late LINC
Drop in -Every Thursday till 8pm.

MNA MNA CHOIR

Every Thursday at 8.00pm Meeting in LINC after drop-in, the choir is now back in full swing. All are welcome

Following on from the Target 1000 talks Aileen Fitzgerald An experienced psychotherapist is facilitating group sessions on Mondays at 7.30until 9.30. The group will run for six sessions before Christmas and six after. There are three places remaining in the group. Women interested in joining the group can contact emma@linc.ie or Aileen at fitzgerald.aileen@gmail.com. This Monday the23rd November is the last evening new registrations will be accepted.

Phoenix Youth Group

Phoenix meets each Wednesday here in LINC at 6pm. They have been working collaboratively with UNITE youth over in The Other Place and have now formed a joint group which is called UP. This group meets over in the Other Place each Thursday in what is now a youth caf. The caf will open at 6.30 each Thursday.

Taking reservations for December now

Out4dinner is a brand new dining-out group. Their second night out was held in the Jacobs on the Mall and was a greats success - with in excess of twenty people attending. The group is open to all LGBTQ people. Their next night out is Friday 2nd December- ring or email LINC or the Other Place now to confirm your place. This is a great way to meet new people or socialize with your friends. emma@linc.ie, tina@linc.ie or info@theotherplace.ie

LGBT Diversity and TENI Joint Conference: "Working Together"

Friday 2nd December The River Lee Hotel, Western Road, Cork 9:305:00pm This years conference will focus on how the LGBT sector and mainstream agencies can work together to make the principles of diversity, rights, inclusion and effective service delivery a reality at a national and regional level. This conference is an opportunity to explore good-practice in Ireland and beyond and will be a remarkable opportunity to bring key service providers, LGBT organizations and individuals together. "Working Together" is a full day conference. Further details of speakers, panelists and workshop choices to follow. Light refreshments and lunch will be served. For Bookings contact Sarah on 021 4305000 or email info@lgbtdiversity.com. There is no charge to attend but places are limited.

Support
The women in recovery group is not currently active. The Other Place runs a recovery meeting every Wednesday evening. Contact LINC or The Other Place for details. emma@linc.ie or info@theotherplace.com

Women In Recovery

Lesbian Line runs Every Weds from 7pm to 9pm Call 021 4318318 National LGBT Helpline runs Mon to Fri 7pm to 9pm and Sat & Sun 3pm to 6pm 1890 929 539

Sports
Badminton Every Tuesday in Carrigtwohill from 8 until 10pm For more details on Badminton please call 086 8479051 Soccer Tuesdays at Garryduff. Soccer is really taking off, the team have now joined a league and theres no stopping them. This makes them real contenders for the Gay Games in 2014