Metro East Pride calls for the Reinstatement of Teacher

Metro East Pride calls for the Reinstatement of Teacher
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Metro East Pride calls for the reinstatement of Dan Delong, a High School teacher in Southwestern School District High School in Piasa, located north of Alton.

Mr. Dan Delong was supsended following the discussion, and reading about homosexuality in animal populations. The Metro East community has rallied in support of the teacher, and calls for the school district and administrators to reverse their decision to suspend this well respcected teacher. (JOIN the FACEBOOK Cause), and look for updates for events & demonstrations in support of Dan Delong

High school teacher suspended after controversial assignment

By Mike Owens
PIASA, IL (KSDK) -- Teacher Dan DeLong is beloved by many of his students, as an educator who pushes the envelope for his students.
But he's not pushing anything right now. Students and parents say he's been suspended from his job at the Southwestern School District High School in Piasa, located north of Alton. At issue: DeLong offered his students optional work by going to a website and reading a scientific report about homosexuality in animals.
The word of his suspension comes from Facebook, the online networking site. His supporters at the school have created a webpage in support of DeLong and more than
400 people have signed on to show support, or at least read details of the dispute.
DeLong teaches honors English to 10th to 12th grade students. The website option was made to a 10th grade class.
Students say the parent of one of the students saw the website and thought it was not appropriate for her child.
School officials, according to parents, have set a hearing for DeLong for Monday night at the school board offices.
You can see that Facebook page in support of DeLong by clicking here.
The controversial article in question can be found here.

KSDK

CDC Foundation Offers Flu Updates Via E-mail

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CDC Foundation Offers Flu Updates Via E-mail

MFH is always interested in passing along helpful information to its grantees to help them better serve the people in our communities.

The Center for Disease Control Foundation (CDC Foundation) has recently released updates concerning the H1N1 influenza. Highlighting common myths, the CDC Foundation offers guidance during the flu season.

If you would like to have Flu Updates e-mailed to you, visit the CDC Foundation at https://www.logiforms.com/formdata/user_forms/9580_18629/74869/, or you can contact Shannon Easley at 404.523.3510 or seasley@cdcfoundation.org . The most recent updates are included below.

Please feel free to pass this information along to anyone who would find it helpful.

Links to archived E-mails:

Flu Update: H1N1 Vaccine (10/08/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_10082009.html

Flu Update: Guidance for Small Businesses, Travel and Seasonal Flu (09/16/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_09162009.html

Flu Update: Supporting Parents and Families (09/04/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_09042009.html

Flu Update: Communications Tools and FAQs (08/27/2009)
http://www.cdcfoundation.org/h1n1/H1N1_08272009.html

Metro East Pride Chili & Hot Dog FUNDRAISER Nov 20th

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on behalf of:
http://www.metroeastpride.com/

You are cordially invited to support Diversity & Equality in the Metro East,
by joining us for our first Fundraising event for the 2010 Event.

RSVP on Facebook, no reservations are required.

EVENT LOCATION~ Club Escapade 133 W. Main ~Belleville, Illinois
Bowl of Chili $3 CHILI DOGS $3

Thank You to all who support the causes of Metro East Pride.
Join Us on FACEBOOK!

METRO EAST PRIDE
P. O. Box 824
Belleville, IL 62222
metroeastpride@gmail.com

Service of Remembrance & Hope @ Central Reform Congregation ~OCT 29th

www.HopeandHelpCenter.org on Behalf of: The Daniel McCree Foundation

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A Service of Remembrance and Hope: Celebrating the Harvest of Memories

Thursday October 29th, 7pm
At Central Reform Congregation
5020 Waterman (Waterman & Kingshighway)

This is an interfaith service of readings, prayers, rituals and music to remember those who have died of HIV/AIDS, sponsored by the St. Louis Metro AIDS Interfaith Network.
For more info call 314-754-0132

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Keith Boykin- Yet One More River to Cross: Being Black and Gay in America - OCT 29th

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COMMUNITY EVENTS

Event sponsored by ABS, Pride Alliance, and X-Magazine

Date: Thursday, October 29, 2009
Time: 6:00pm - 7:45pm
Location: Washington University Campus - McDonnell Hall 162

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Notes: Keith Boykin- Yet One More River to Cross: Black and Gay in America

Keith Boykin is the editor of The Daily Voice online news site, a CNBC contributor, a BET TV host and a New York Times best-selling author of three books.

Educated at Dartmouth and Harvard, Keith attended law school with President Barack Obama and served in the White House as a special assistant to President Bill Clinton.

Each of Keith's three books has been nominated for a Lambda Literary Award, including his most recent book, Beyond the Down Low: Sex, Lies and Denial in Black America. Keith won the Lambda Literary Award for his second book, Respecting The Soul, while his first book, One More River to Cross, is taught in colleges and universities throughout the country

Come out and hear this INCREDIBLE speaker on Thursday the 29th at 6 pm. It is going to be a discussion on a topic that needs to be discussed on campus.

This event is hosted by: The Association of Black Students, the PRIDE Alliance, and X-Magazine.

I hope to see you all there for this incredible speaker.

Out N About Hayride - OCT 23rd @ Forest Park

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Out N About Hayride

Friday, October 23
8p @ Forest Park

The hayride includes a bonfire Limited spaces are still available.

To RSVP: email info@mccgsl.org
or outnabout@mccgsl.org

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Queer Yoga @ Rustin's Place ~ Oct 27th 6:30PM

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on behalf of http://www.metroeastpride.com/
Queer Yoga-- Yoga by and for the Queer community

Tuesday, October 27, 2009
Time:
6:30pm - 8:00pm

Location:
LGBT Center of St Louis @ RUSTIN's PLACE

625 N Euclid Ave
City/Town:
Saint Louis, MO
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Description
Experience the benefit of yoga postures, yogic breathing exercises and meditation in an open and affirming environment for the Queer community.Yes these does include our allies as well!!!No previous experience necessary and bring your yoga mat!we will some extra yoga mats..We will be doing the actual yoga at Rustin's Place, which has plenty of room!

Trash Retail Store GRAND OPENING OCT 30th-"Where Edgy Freak...Meets Shabby Chic"

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NOW IN BELLEVILLE -- 124 East Main Street

Come and Celebrate the Grand Opening of TRASH on October 30th.

The streets of Belleville will be filled with Trick O Treaters from 5-8PM, and we will be open VERY LATE~ stop in and see our much larger store in Belleville!

Remembrance and Hope Service ~ OCT 29th @ CRC

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A Service of Remembrance and Hope: Celebrating the Harvest of Memories

Thursday October 29th, 7pm
At Central Reform Congregation
5020 Waterman (Waterman & Kingshighway)

This is an interfaith service of readings, prayers, rituals and music to remember those who have died of HIV/AIDS, sponsored by the St. Louis Metro AIDS Interfaith Network.
For more info call 314-754-0132

www.centralreform.org

"Call Me Troy" Film Viewing OCTOBER 17th (FREE)

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Join us on October 17th, for a special showing of

"CALL ME TROY",

the documentary film of Rev. Troy Perry, founder of Metropolitan Community Churches, in 1968. This Historical Film details the history of the Christian denomination founded by and for the LBGTIQ community.

October 17th, 2009 @ 7PM (FREE) 1919 S. Broadway (IN SOULARD)

FOR MORE INFORMATION< info@mccgsl.org

Variety Show Oct 10th 7pm - $10 Tickets-- JOIN US!

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This Saturday at First Congregational Church at
6501 Wydown Blvd a benefit Variety Show will be held.

~ So, if you want to have a GREAT time and support a worthy charity organization (Steps Alano Club, a LGBTQA recovery organization) please come!

Cost is $10 and the doors open at 6:30, show begins at 7.

Come out and support this great cause!

**Republished at www.GayStLouis.com www.MetroEastPride.com & www.BellevillePride.com

NATIONAL COMING OUT DAY AND DC EQUALITY MARCH..LIVE AT NOVAK'S

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on Behalf of METRO EAST PRIDE & NOVAK's Bar

OCTOBER 11th @ Novaks Bar
(Manchester Ave)
7-11PM


COME WATCH THE LIVE FEED OF THE RALLY IN DC AT 1 ON SUNDAY AND ENJOY $1 DRAFTS AND SOME COMPLIMENTARY HOT CHILI OR SOUP. WEAR THE RIGHT COLOR FOR THE FUN OF IT!!BONFIRE ON THE PATIO!!! SINGLES WILL WEAR A LITTLE STAR STICKER SO OTHER SINGLES CAN MEET EACH OTHER.MEN & WOMEN!!

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Hispanic Chamber of Commerce - Grand Opening on South Grand

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The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce its Grand Opening Celebration, at
it's new location, in the SouthSide National Bank Building, located at 3611 South Grand.
Join in an afternoon of celebration at the

HCC Technology Center, 12pm to 1:30pm

RSVP @ 314-664-4432

Share your voice! OCT 11th @ MCC of Greater Saint Louis

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Share your voice! OCT 11th @ MCC of Greater Saint Louis

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The MCC of Greater Saint Louis' Board of Directors invites you to an informational forum on Sunday, October 11th at 12:30PM in the Sanctuary of 1919 S. Broadway.

We are seeking your input on the following:

• Current rental policies for all spaces at 1919 S. Broadway

• Current “no alcohol” policy for 1919 S. Broadway, including church events

• Current worship times

• Functionality of Kitchen

The Board will be sharing with you and responding to your questions regarding:• Building Together update – physical phases and finances• MCCGSL Financial Statements year to date• Strategic initiatives for our future
For more information, join us at the next board meeting, Tuesday, October 20th at 6:30p or contact board@mccgsl.org.

MORE BUILDING INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE HERE:

http://hopeandhelpcenter.net/buildingtogether.aspx

Band Together Halloween Concert ~ OCT 10th (FREE)

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trichtatechmania

BandTogether, the St. Louis GLBTA community concert band, will present a special trichtatechmanic Halloween concert on Saturday, October 10.

That’s right, this concert will represent the beginning of the band’s 13th season, 13 pieces will be performed, and the band’s name almost has 13 letters. Coincidence? Omen?

This event features a variety of serious and seriously spooky selections for wind ensemble including Holst’s “First Suite in E Flat,” Beethoven’s “Egmont Overture”, selections from “The Phantom of the Opera,” and the eerie “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.”

Admission is FREE.
E.Desmond Lee Concert Hall at the 560 Music Center
560 Trinity Avenue · at the western end of the U.City Loop
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Applause and donations are greatly appreciated

More information at: http://www.bandtogetherstl.com/