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Upcoming Events:


  • 03/04 - 6pm
    First Thursday Art Show
    Rob Conover


  • 03/06 - 10am to 5pm
    Andrew Harvey
    @ Fellowship Congregational


  • 04/16 - 8pm
    Dr. Marci Bowers Lecture


  • 04/18 - 7pm
    Tony Kushner
    Pulitzer Prizewinning Playwright
    @ Congregation B’nai Emunah


  • 04/24 - 6pm
    Gala - OkEQ 30th Anniversary


  • 04/25 - 7pm
    "At Last" - An Evening with Ann Hampton Calloway


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    Programs

    OkEq’s program slate includes social, wellness, and support programming for the LGBT and allied community — and our offerings are expanding every day. Check out our ongoing programs below, or email center@okeq.org if there’s something specific you’d like to see at OkEq!

    Daily Programs

    Deaf Spectrum
    The Videophone is housed on the second level of the Equality Center and has it’s own space and is available for the Deaf to make their free video relay calls. This program provides support, education and social opportunities for deaf LGBT individuals, supportive allies and their loved ones. (The resource office for the deaf and hard of hearing is open daily from 3 pm to 9 pm)

     

    David Bonnett Cyber Center
    The Cyber Center is housed on the second level of the Equality Center with nine spaces for individuals to research, connect, and learn. Printing is allowed for only $0.10 per page to cover costs. This program provides support, education and social opportunities for all people. The Cyber Center is generally open daily from 3 pm to 9 pm, but occasionally this area may be used for computer classes.

     

    Nancy McDonald Library
    The Library houses a collection of books, videos and DVDs. The community may check out items from the collection during normal operating hours of the Equality Center. Additionally the Library occasionally is used a meeting room for clubs or programs such as the Book Club. The Library housed on the second level of the Equality Center provides educational and social opportunities for people interested in LGBT literature.
    Spring 2010 Weekly Programming Schedule

    Belly Dancing
    Tuesdays – 8pm (1 hour)
    Free for OkEq members, $5.00 for non-OkEq members.
    Learn how to belly dance, gain self-confidence, lose weight, and become more fit.

    Boot Camp
    Wednesdays 6:30 pm (1 hour)
    Free for OkEq members, $5.00 for non OkEq members.
    Instructor Brad Sullivan

    Center Cinema
    Fridays 7pm
    No fee for this program but donations appreciated for OkEq.
    A different lgbt themed movie every week on our Big Screen HDTV and popcorn.

    Center Game Night
    Saturdays 7:30pm
    Free and open to the public, but donations appreciated for OkEq.
    The Gang gathers every week to play table games and this event is open to the public and especially first time visitors to the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center.

    ComingOutLogoComing Out Workshop
    Tuesdays 7pm (1 hour)
    Free to participate, you must have an assessment interview to attend the session.
    This course is designed for individuals coming to terms with their sexuality with presentations on how to come out to family, friends, and coworkers.  Question and answer sessions in a supportive and informed environment.

    Please contact comingout@okeq.org or call (918) 743-4297 x 480
    Facilitators Steven Michael Hall & Shelly McGoffin

    Country Dancing
    Thursdays 7:30pm (1 hr)
    Free for OkEq members, $5.00 for non OkEq members.
    Instructor Boyd Dodson

    Disco Decades at Club Majestic
    Second Saturday of the Month 9pm to 11pm
    $4.00 admission price
    On the Second Saturday of the month 70s and 80s disco music geared to those who remember when Disco was the rave. The staff of Club Majestic and DJ Joey play the tunes earlier and a lower volume for your comfort.

    Eating Out for Equality
    View Calendar for Dates and Times
    Join friends and family for dinner and Oklahomans for Equality will get 25% of the proceeds for the night.    Bring a friend!

    Equality Concerts
    $10 donation which goes to the musical artist
    The last Friday of the month features a local musician who is openly gay or has a large gay following. Drinks and snacks are available.

    Gender Outreach
    Wednesdays 7:30pm
    No fee for this program
    The program is providing support, education and social opportunities for transgender and intersex individuals.
    Facilitator: Dr. Laura Arrowsmith

    Grieving Well: Find Support for Healing
    Second & Fourth Mondays  at 6pm
    Support group for those dealing with grief from the loss of a partner or loved one.
    Facilitator: Denise Hunter

    Health Advice Clinic
    Thursdays 6pm to 9pm
    No fee for this program but donations appreciated for OkEq.
    This medical clinic provides preventative care for uninsured LGBT individuals who do not have a primary care physician or a health network.  Patients are seen in the order they arrive. (No pain medication will be prescribed.)

    Jeremiah S. Rutherford, M.D. and other medical health professionals

    HIV Testing
    Tuesday thru Thursdays 6pm to 8pm
    Saturdays 4pm – 7pm

    Introduction to the Goddess
    Mondays 7pm (1 hour)
    Free for OkEq members, $5.00 for non OkEq members.
    Discussing the topics of Goddess Spirituality, history, and current practices as well as technical aspects of practicing the modern craft.
    Facilitator Andy Orear aka “Salem”

    OkEq Night at Circle Cinema
    First Saturday of the Month 9pm
    $8.50 admission price
    On the First Saturday of the month We get to watch a never before seen and newly released lgbt themed movie and Circle Cinema lets us pick the movie. Check OkEq website for movie details.

    Scales of Justice
    Various Days See Calendar – 6:30pm
    Open to the public (donations appreciated for OkEq)
    Attorney presentations with a Q & A session led by Tulsa’s lgbt and supportive legal experts. Please check calendar for schedule of speakers.

    Tulsa Metro Softball League
    Pre Season Feb 9, March 14, & March 20
    Opening Day April 11
    See www.tulsametrosoftball.com for more information

    Unity Strings Orchestra
    See calendar for schedule
    No fee for this program

    An all volunteer ensemble for music lovers and rehearsals for quarterly concerts at OkEq. For more information
    Call 918-813-2470.
    Conductor Adrian Rogers

    Walk-OUT!
    Mondays & Wenesdays 5:30pm (1 hour)
    Free and open to the public

    Meet at the Dennis R. Neill Equality Center and head to the Biking and Walking path a block from the Center. Path follows Centennial Park walking routs and connects with River Parks for more experienced long distance walkers.
    Coach Denise Polonchak

    WWJD…Really?
    See Calendar Various Days 6:30pm (1 hour)
    Open to the public (donations appreciated for OkEq)
    Clergy presentations with a Q & A session led by Tulsa’s affirming and progressive Faith Communities. Please check calendar for schedule of speakers.