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Thursday, July 28, 2011
Sex-Positive Social Movement Is Beyond the "LGBT"
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by: Colby Kluthe, MetroEast NEWS
Thoughts from a Mouthy Saint:
Sex-Positive Social Movement Is Beyond the "LGBT"
July 28, 2011
(ST. LOUIS)
In recent months, I have been refreshed to see the sex-positive movement beginning to take-hold in the Saint Louis Region. The movement, and philosophy being simply that sexuality is everyone's birthright. And my own personal thought that healthy sexual expression is not an "LGBT" issue but a human issue. Attaching letters to, or pigeon-holes for, is a pastime better left in the past.
Photo By Missfits Magazine ·
In just a short time, a number of organizations, business owners, and events have really moved to the forefront of social change that empowers the individual expression, and responsibility we have to respect one another simply as we are, individually.
In July, SlutWalk St. Louis, joined the national demonstration with director Brennan Peters explaining:
SlutWalkSTL reminds each of us that we are a community of more than toleration, but a city that can truly celebrate all our diversity. It also served as an educational forum for those who realize that regardless of how we identify, we have much to learn about each other, which can in fact be the source of the changes for equality we wish to see reflected in our city.
SlutWalkSTL may have been the high-profile event of the month, but it is far from being the only sign of the sex-positive social movement.
Sex Positive St. Louis is also a formalized group that recognizes the importance of accurate education and information about sexuality. Sex Positive St. Louis seeks to host a program of events and nurture a culture that accommodates sex positive communities in the St. Louis region.
And yet another encouraging sign of traction of this social change, Shameless Grounds LLC, located in the Fox Park Neighborhood offers patrons a good-vibe venue for more than food and coffee beverages.
Perhaps it's most unique feature is the sex-positive library, complete with the Shameless Grounds Library Card for those who wish to enjoy the lending service. The Library is both quiet and comfortable to browse or study. Gay, straight, trans, kinky, poly, queer or completely vanilla-this Shameless Grounds is a coffee shop for everyone!
with "Cherry Jubilee" , complete with an Artist Exhibit & Contest, and weekend performances by an in-house DJ as well as a drag revue courtesy of Glitterbomb Productions. Shameless Grounds opens at 10AM-10PM each day and until midnight on Friday & Saturday.
They are also available for private event space when booked in advance.
Our region also boasts a wide variety of publications that serve this ever-growing and progressive community.
Missfits Magazine, and St.Louis/Seattle Sinner offer the cutting edge in articles and features. You may find the latest issue at locations around the city, and likely wherever you already are.
I welcome this movement, which in my mind allows our community to move beyond our traditional concepts of "LGBT" or the myriad of letters we continue to add in an effort to appear more inclusive. I hope that we as an equality people will begin to think and learn of one another simply as individuals as varied as our region's people.
Comments: danielmccreeorg@gmail.com
by: Colby Kluthe, MetroEast NEWS
Thoughts from a Mouthy Saint:
Sex-Positive Social Movement Is Beyond the "LGBT"
July 28, 2011
(ST. LOUIS)
Photo By: Robyn Carolyn Montague
In recent months, I have been refreshed to see the sex-positive movement beginning to take-hold in the Saint Louis Region. The movement, and philosophy being simply that sexuality is everyone's birthright. And my own personal thought that healthy sexual expression is not an "LGBT" issue but a human issue. Attaching letters to, or pigeon-holes for, is a pastime better left in the past.
In just a short time, a number of organizations, business owners, and events have really moved to the forefront of social change that empowers the individual expression, and responsibility we have to respect one another simply as we are, individually.
In July, SlutWalk St. Louis, joined the national demonstration with director Brennan Peters explaining:
"Being assaulted isn’t about what you wear; it’s not even about sex; but using a pejorative term to rationalize inexcusable behavior creates an environment in which it’s okay to blame the victim."More than 200 attended the peaceful demonstration in the Grove Neighborhood by participants from every walk of life imaginable. Event hosts included Atomic Cowboy and Novak's with educational workshops presented by Brennan Peters, Director of SlutWalk St. Louis 2011, Robyn Montegue, of TransHaven as well as a Q&A session hosted by AlphaWom.
SlutWalkSTL reminds each of us that we are a community of more than toleration, but a city that can truly celebrate all our diversity. It also served as an educational forum for those who realize that regardless of how we identify, we have much to learn about each other, which can in fact be the source of the changes for equality we wish to see reflected in our city.SlutWalkSTL may have been the high-profile event of the month, but it is far from being the only sign of the sex-positive social movement.
Sex Positive St. Louis is also a formalized group that recognizes the importance of accurate education and information about sexuality. Sex Positive St. Louis seeks to host a program of events and nurture a culture that accommodates sex positive communities in the St. Louis region.
And yet another encouraging sign of traction of this social change, Shameless Grounds LLC, located in the Fox Park Neighborhood offers patrons a good-vibe venue for more than food and coffee beverages.
Perhaps it's most unique feature is the sex-positive library, complete with the Shameless Grounds Library Card for those who wish to enjoy the lending service. The Library is both quiet and comfortable to browse or study. Gay, straight, trans, kinky, poly, queer or completely vanilla-this Shameless Grounds is a coffee shop for everyone!Shameless Grounds will celebrate its grand opening July 29th & 30th
with "Cherry Jubilee" , complete with an Artist Exhibit & Contest, and weekend performances by an in-house DJ as well as a drag revue courtesy of Glitterbomb Productions. Shameless Grounds opens at 10AM-10PM each day and until midnight on Friday & Saturday.
They are also available for private event space when booked in advance.
Our region also boasts a wide variety of publications that serve this ever-growing and progressive community.
Missfits Magazine, and St.Louis/Seattle Sinner offer the cutting edge in articles and features. You may find the latest issue at locations around the city, and likely wherever you already are.
I welcome this movement, which in my mind allows our community to move beyond our traditional concepts of "LGBT" or the myriad of letters we continue to add in an effort to appear more inclusive. I hope that we as an equality people will begin to think and learn of one another simply as individuals as varied as our region's people.
Comments: danielmccreeorg@gmail.com
Thursday, July 14, 2011
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Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Brennan Lizzie: Don't like SlutWalk? Fine by me...
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Sunday, July 10, 2011
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Trans Friendly Medical providers in the Metro area (and beyond)
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Trans Friendly Medical providers in the Metro area (and beyond)
by Sayer Johnson
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
We need your support.
We are currently working on a project to develop and maintain a database of Trans-friendly providers for the Trans and gender non-conforming community in the metro area and beyond.
If you are a Trans supportive medical provider, or know of one personally, please send me contact infromation. I am intrested in Medical Doctors, Endocrinologists, Plastic Surgeons, OB/GYN, Midwives, Doulas, Physican's Assistants, Therapists, Psychologists, Psychiartrists, LCSW, clinics, pharmacies, any and all personnel related to our physical and mental healthcare.
We are also interested in hearing from Trans persons who have had a positive experience in an ER, an extended stay in a hospital, and/or during a medical procedure.
Please message me any infromation you may have including name, address, phone number, as well as any insurance or out of pocket options you know of for payment.
Before including recommended providers on our list we will personally call or visit providers and ask some basic questions.
We appreciate any input. Please distribute this widely to the metro area, Southern Illinois and statewide in Missouri.
Sayer Johnson and Arin Ogle Ramsey
Original Post: http://www.facebook.com/notes/sayer-johnson/trans-friendly-medical-providers-in-the-metro-area-and-beyond/10150246350109268
Trans Friendly Medical providers in the Metro area (and beyond)
by Sayer Johnson
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
We need your support.
We are currently working on a project to develop and maintain a database of Trans-friendly providers for the Trans and gender non-conforming community in the metro area and beyond.
If you are a Trans supportive medical provider, or know of one personally, please send me contact infromation. I am intrested in Medical Doctors, Endocrinologists, Plastic Surgeons, OB/GYN, Midwives, Doulas, Physican's Assistants, Therapists, Psychologists, Psychiartrists, LCSW, clinics, pharmacies, any and all personnel related to our physical and mental healthcare.
We are also interested in hearing from Trans persons who have had a positive experience in an ER, an extended stay in a hospital, and/or during a medical procedure.
Please message me any infromation you may have including name, address, phone number, as well as any insurance or out of pocket options you know of for payment.
Before including recommended providers on our list we will personally call or visit providers and ask some basic questions.
We appreciate any input. Please distribute this widely to the metro area, Southern Illinois and statewide in Missouri.
Sayer Johnson and Arin Ogle Ramsey
Original Post: http://www.facebook.com/notes/sayer-johnson/trans-friendly-medical-providers-in-the-metro-area-and-beyond/10150246350109268
Friday, July 1, 2011
Helen Larson
The Joplin Globe, Joplin, MO
July 1, 2011Helen Larson
The Joplin Globe
JOPLIN, MO —
Helen Louise Larson, age 88, Joplin, passed away at 11 p.m. Tuesday, June 28, 2011, at Freeman East Hospital.
Helen was born Feb. 1, 1923, in Pittsburg, Kan., to the late Tiny Abner and Ione Robinson Abner and had lived in the Joplin area all of her life.
She worked as a legal secretary for many years retiring from William H. Perry III attorney’s office. She was a former director of music at Royal Heights United Methodist Church.
She was a former member of the P.E.O. Sisterhood and the Choral Society at Missouri Southern State University. She was also a former president of the Joplin Little Theatre. Helen was a current member of First Presbyterian Church.
Helen married Carl G. Larson on Sept. 18, 1941, in Miami, Okla. He survives at the home.
Additional survivors include a son, Neill Larson, Branson; two daughters, Linda Unser and her husband, Ron, Joplin, and Rachel Williams and her husband, Steve, Sullivan, Mo.; eight grandchildren; and seven great-grandchildren. Helen was preceded in death by a son, Christopher Larson; and one brother, David Righthouse.
Services will be Saturday at 11 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church. Rev. J. David Burgess will officiate. Private interment will precede the church service in Ozark Memorial Park Cemetery. The family will receive friends Friday from 6 to 8 p.m. at Parker Mortuary Chapel.
Memorial contributions may be made to the First Presbyterian Church.
Online condolences may be made at www.parkermortuary.com
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