The 3rd Wednesday of June, July, August join RCATX for an all-ages 18-110 Queer Walk (Summer Nights)

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We’ll meet near the restrooms in the parking lot at Mueller Lake Park at 6:45-7:00 pm and then enjoy a strolling paced walk on the paved trails (light rain or shine).

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The Mueller Lake Park Trail is around 2.6 miles and mostly crushed gravel.

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Come and enjoy the beautiful Spring nights and make some new friends!

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Questions? Email *BOB* at [email protected]

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Details

Free & Open to the Public!
Come by and say hello to Rainbow Connections ATX and listen to some wonderful writing read by some powerful people.

Next Tuesday night (7/14) at ACC Highland Campus from 7:00-8:30 pm, the Creative Writing Department and Arts and Digital Media at Austin Community College present Drag the Ban. The program includes drag performers reading banned literature, and this year's cast is comprised of Alexander the Great, Bobby Pudrido, Selma Bawdy, Sir Beauregard Elliot, Esquire, and Venom. This is the fourth year of the production.
The performance will be held at Highland Campus, Building 2000, at the Amado Peña mural, which is next to the Presentation Hall (Room 1550): free and open to the public.

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Join me in welcoming Campfire Queer Storytime's new Co-Producer & Co-Hostess Anna Nguyen!
Anna and *BOB* will be your hosts each month and we hope you can join us!
Come bask in the glow of our Qmmunity's greatest strength our stories.
Campfire Queer Storytime is a free monthly event where invited guests are given 10-15 minutes each to share a story, read a favorite writer, read their own writing, sing a song or two, lead a ritual, show and tell, share about someone they miss, the only rules are to not use the time to hurt oneself or others.
Adult topics on occasion.
This is an outdoors event.

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If you'd like to be a featured guest at a future Campfire please email *BOB* at:
[email protected]

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ALL LGBTQIA2+Allies welcome!

Thank you to the Vortex and Rainbow Connections ATX a program of Family Eldercare

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The 2nd Saturday of each month from 11am-Noon on Zoom.
This is an online support group for LGBTQIA2S+ Caregivers and Allies caregiving for those in the community. It is a space of peer support led by Robert Arambel, LMSW and Hetty Borinstein, LMSW Volunteer, offered by Rainbow Connections ATX.

All participants will be pre-screened to create a safer & supportive space.
Once you have been pre-screened you will be given the Zoom info and are free to drop in as you need.

Please do not share the group Zoom link - do feel free to share the interest form link (click & fill out to request a spot).

This support group is open to LGBTQIA2S+ people 18-110 who are currently caregiving, have been a caregiver in the past, and those who anticipate being in the caregiving role in the future.

There is value to past, present, and future experiences/preparations.

Come by Taylor's 6th Annual PRIDE Celebration and say hello to
Rainbow Connections ATX!

The celebration will be in Heritage Square in Taylor, TX.

For more info. visit: CLICK HERE

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Festival is 4-10pm

WHAT TO EXPECT

🎪 A vendor market of 30 local artists and makers curated by Future Front Texas
✂️ Rainbow Ribbon Cutting with the Austin LGBT Chamber of Commerce
🌳 Park features like the Splashpad, Treehouse, Pease in Pease Mosaic, and Natureplay
🌈 Info booths featuring organizations that support Austin’s LGBTQIA+ community
🔊 DJ Sets by Future Front resident artists
🎤 Sing-Along led by UUMC Queer Quire
🎨 All-ages crafts and workshops
🌮 El Mariachi’s Tacos Food Truck
🍧 SnoRide ATX Snobox Truck
☕️ Brother Friend Coffee Cart
💚 Community Weaving Wall
🍹 The Terrace Tavern Bar
🎸 Live music

The 14th Annual HIV & Aging Conference returns on Friday, June 26, 2026 – at the Thompson Conference Center in at the University of Texas in Austin, TX,

with the theme “Navigating Care & Amplifying Quality of Life” 

Again, this year, 6 hours of Ethics CEUs for SW, LPC, LMFT, or LCDC will be provided FREE.

We are bringing an outstanding roster of speakers to Central Texas for this year’s event.

Registration includes all presentations, lunch, on-site parking, and the Resource & Information Fair – and the option to attend in-person or live online.

Purchase & Register Here:  TICKETS HERE

Pride For All is a FREE daytime celebration built for community—games, crafts, performances, and space to just hang out. Come through with friends, family, or whoever you show up as.

Stop by and say hello to Rainbow Connections ATX ~ we'd LOVE to see you!

We'll have a fun activity for the kiddos too!

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More Info: CLICK HERE

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RCATX & Austin Clubhouse partner up for their first PRIDE BINGO Party!

‍Free! Open to all LGBTQIA2+ Allies 18 and over.

‍Thursday June 18th 6pm-8pm *dinner at 5pm

‍Hosted by World Famous *BOB* & Kitty Von Quim.

‍*Wear your favorite color & express yourself in our Rainbow Runway show!

*60 minutes of BINGO= 10 prizes!

*Mini dance party after!

‍The Austin Clubhouse Thursday night dinner starts at 5pm.

To reserve your free dinner at the Clubhouse please email [email protected]. 

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RCATX will be tabling at this event!

Mark your calendar for Travis County’s 37th Annual Juneteenth Celebration!

It’ll be held Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. underneath the parking garage at 800 Lavaca St.

Everyone, including Travis County employees and the general public, is invited!

Please bring your family and friends to enjoy a day of fun, fellowship, and the celebration of freedom.

The event will have:

• Food vendors

• Informational booths

• Music

This year’s theme is “Unity and Freedom.”

The 3rd Wednesday of June, July, August join RCATX for an all-ages 18-110 Queer Walk (Summer Nights)

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We’ll meet near the restrooms in the parking lot at Mueller Lake Park at 6:45-7:00 pm and then enjoy a strolling paced walk on the paved trails (light rain or shine).

‍ ‍

The Mueller Lake Park Trail is around 2.6 miles and mostly crushed gravel.

‍ ‍

Come and enjoy the beautiful Spring nights and make some new friends!

‍ ‍

Questions? Email *BOB* at [email protected]

‍ ‍

Join me in welcoming Campfire Queer Storytime's new Co-Producer & Co-Hostess Anna Nguyen!
Anna and *BOB* will be your hosts each month and we hope you can join us!
Come bask in the glow of our Qmmunity's greatest strength our stories.
Campfire Queer Storytime is a free monthly event where invited guests are given 10-15 minutes each to share a story, read a favorite writer, read their own writing, sing a song or two, lead a ritual, show and tell, share about someone they miss, the only rules are to not use the time to hurt oneself or others.
Adult topics on occasion.
This is an outdoors event.

‍ ‍

If you'd like to be a featured guest at a future Campfire please email *BOB* at:
[email protected]

‍ ‍

ALL LGBTQIA2+Allies welcome!
Thank you to the Vortex and Rainbow Connections ATX a program of Family Eldercare

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The 2nd Saturday of each month from 11am-Noon on Zoom.
This is an online support group for LGBTQIA2S+ Caregivers and Allies caregiving for those in the community. It is a space of peer support led by Robert Arambel, LMSW and Hetty Borinstein, LMSW Volunteer, offered by Rainbow Connections ATX.

All participants will be pre-screened to create a safer & supportive space.
Once you have been pre-screened you will be given the Zoom info and are free to drop in as you need.

Please do not share the group Zoom link - do feel free to share the interest form link (click & fill out to request a spot).

This support group is open to LGBTQIA2S+ people 18-110 who are currently caregiving, have been a caregiver in the past, and those who anticipate being in the caregiving role in the future.

There is value to past, present, and future experiences/preparations.

Hosted by World Famous *BOB*

See old friends and make new ones!

We do have in person events again in the ATX area and once a month we gather on our Zoom link to have tea and chat.

We'd love to meet you! Please join our group if you plan on attending.
Your level of participation with audio and video is up to you but we do require interaction in the chat if you choose to be off camera.

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*All FUN FORCE! events are a safer space for people to connect and share their thoughts ~ anyone found to be upsetting that balance will be disconnected. Treat people kindly, how you'd like to be treated.
By participating you are agreeing to this code of conduct as well as stating that you are 18 plus years of age.

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World Famous *BOB* (she/him/they) is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Zoom Social Hour
Time: 7-8pm Central
Join Zoom Meeting:

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Zoom Tea Social Link

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Meeting ID: 884 7871 3091
Passcode: PRID3
One tap mobile
+13462487799,,88478713091#,,,,*668262# US (Houston)
+16699009128,,88478713091#,,,,*668262# US (San Jose)
Dial by your location
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
Meeting ID: 884 7871 3091
Passcode: 668262
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb1q0C6g7n

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Details

Hunger: A Memoir of (My) Body by Roxane Gay
is a powerful memoir exploring her relationship with food, body image, and trauma, particularly following a childhood sexual assault that led to weight gain as a coping mechanism for protection and comfort. The book candidly discusses the psychological and emotional struggles of living in a large body in a culture obsessed with appearance, examining themes of self-care, desire, and the journey toward self-acceptance, rather than a simple weight-loss narrative.

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Please have finished the book and arrive with a note or two for discussion.

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ZOOM link of Spring Queer Book Club Tea Social will be given to those registered.
*(it will be over Zoom - BYOT ~ Bring Your Own Tea!)
Please email me at [[email protected]] to register.

Copies both in e-book and audiobooks can be borrowed from the Austin Public Library. If you are unable to use e-books or audio and cannot buy your own print book email [[email protected]] and one will be provided for you.
Discussion will be led by Kitty Von Quim.

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 RCATX will be tabling at this PRIDE event!

Hosted by Travis County Judge Andy Brown, the ceremony celebrates Pride Month by raising the Progress Pride Flag to promote local inclusion, visibility, and support for the LGBTQIA+ community.

The community event features guest speakers, LGBTQ+ leaders, artists, vendors, and local advocates.

You’re invited!

Please join us for the FIFTH annual Round Rock Pride Festival, a vibrant celebration of diversity and inclusivity!

Best of Round Rock 2025: Best Annual Event and Best Outdoor Festival/Event.

We will feature live entertainment, food, vendors, and community booths showcasing the spirit of equality.

Come together with friends, family, and allies to celebrate love, acceptance, and community. Don't miss this opportunity to embrace unity and show your support for LGBTQ+ rights in Round Rock!

» No tickets needed!
» Downtown Round Rock has four free parking garages all within a 7 minute walk of the plaza in addition to free street parking.

Come visit RCATX at the 2026 A Day of Hope Caregiver Conference. We will be joining Capital Area Parkinson’s Society and the Alzheimer’s Association for this impactful event that brings together caregivers, professionals and community members to share resources, education and support those caring for individuals with Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and other dementias.

We know how demanding caregiving can be, this conference is a chance to get some support and tools just for your needs. Learn from expert- led sessions and connect with others who are sharing a similar journey.

Sign up for the A Day of Hope Caregiver Conference here!

RCATX will be tabling at this PRIDE event!

Hourly musical performances by Artist Miguel St. Michael, TRVR?, and McKenna Michels, Artist pop-up showcase, Community Partners tabling, Specialty cocktails, Food by The King’s Butler and Butlerette.

Hosted by World Famous *BOB*

See old friends and make new ones!

We do have in person events again in the ATX area and once a month we gather on our Zoom link to have tea and chat.

We'd love to meet you! Please join our group if you plan on attending.
Your level of participation with audio and video is up to you but we do require interaction in the chat if you choose to be off camera.

‍ ‍

*All FUN FORCE! events are a safer space for people to connect and share their thoughts ~ anyone found to be upsetting that balance will be disconnected. Treat people kindly, how you'd like to be treated.
By participating you are agreeing to this code of conduct as well as stating that you are 18 plus years of age.

‍ ‍

World Famous *BOB* (she/him/they) is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Zoom Social Hour
Time: 7-8pm Central
Join Zoom Meeting:

‍ ‍

Zoom Tea Social Link

‍ ‍

Meeting ID: 884 7871 3091
Passcode: PRID3
One tap mobile
+13462487799,,88478713091#,,,,*668262# US (Houston)
+16699009128,,88478713091#,,,,*668262# US (San Jose)
Dial by your location
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
Meeting ID: 884 7871 3091
Passcode: 668262
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb1q0C6g7n

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Join us on Wednesday, May 27th at 10am for a special presentation from Austin Public Health's Age-Friendly Austin and the Austin Equity and Inclusion staff.

In 2024, the first-ever Quality of Life Study on Aging was launched to better understand and meet the needs of older adults and their caregivers. Thanks to incredible community support, the study surpassed its initial goal of 384 individuals, successfully engaging with over 1,000 older adults!

During this session, we will share where you can read this study, and others. As well as a high-level update on what we are hearing from the community. We will also discuss how this valuable input is being translated into action through budget recommendations and a draft the 2026-2030 Age Friendly Action Plan. We are excited for you to continue to participate and share your feedback.

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The 3rd Wednesday of March, April, and May join RCATX for an all ages 18-110 Queer Monthly Evening Spring Walk.

We’ll meet near the restrooms in the parking lot at Mueller Lake Park at 6:45-7:00 pm and then enjoy a strolling paced walk on the paved trails (light rain or shine).

The Mueller Lake Park Trail is around 2.6 miles and mostly crushed gravel.

Come and enjoy the beautiful Spring nights and make some new friends!

Questions? Email *BOB* at [email protected]

Join me in welcoming Campfire Queer Storytime's new Co-Producer & Co-Hostess Anna Nguyen!
Anna and *BOB* will be your hosts each month and we hope you can join us!
Come bask in the glow of our Qmmunity's greatest strength our stories.
Campfire Queer Storytime is a free monthly event where invited guests are given 10-15 minutes each to share a story, read a favorite writer, read their own writing, sing a song or two, lead a ritual, show and tell, share about someone they miss, the only rules are to not use the time to hurt oneself or others.
Adult topics on occasion.
This is an outdoors event.

‍ ‍

If you'd like to be a featured guest at a future Campfire please email *BOB* at:
[email protected]

‍ ‍

ALL LGBTQIA2+Allies welcome!
Thank you to the Vortex and Rainbow Connections ATX a program of Family Eldercare

‍ ‍

Details

Award-winning journalist Nico Lang will read from their book, American Teenager: How Trans Kids Are Surviving Hate and Finding Joy in a Turbulent Era, and take part in a Q&A with the audience.

Nico spent a year traveling the country to document the lives of transgender, nonbinary, and genderfluid teens and their families. Drawing on hundreds of hours of on-the-ground interviews with them and the people in their communities, American Teenager paints a portrait of what it’s actually like to grow up trans today. From the tip of Florida’s conservative panhandle to vibrant queer communities in California, and from Texas churches to mosques in Illinois, American Teenager gives readers a window into the lives of eight teens who are truly just kids looking for a brighter future.

Presented with help from the Trans Education Network of Texas.
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 2:00 PM until 3:30 PM

Life in the City UMC
205 E Monroe Street
Austin, TX 78704
USA

No dedicated parking spaces; street parking available in the neighborhood.

This is not an RCATX event and we are supporting it through promotion.

The 2nd Saturday of each month from 11am-Noon on Zoom.
This is an online support group for LGBTQIA2S+ Caregivers and Allies caregiving for those in the community. It is a space of peer support led by Robert Arambel, LMSW and Hetty Borinstein, LMSW Volunteer, offered by Rainbow Connections ATX.

All participants will be pre-screened to create a safer & supportive space.
Once you have been pre-screened you will be given the Zoom info and are free to drop in as you need.

Please do not share the group Zoom link - do feel free to share the interest form link (click & fill out to request a spot).

This support group is open to LGBTQIA2S+ people 18-110 who are currently caregiving, have been a caregiver in the past, and those who anticipate being in the caregiving role in the future.

There is value to past, present, and future experiences/preparations.

Details

Join me in welcoming Campfire Queer Storytime's new Co-Producer & Co-Hostess Anna Nguyen!
Anna and *BOB* will be your hosts each month and we hope you can join us!
Come bask in the glow of our Qmmunity's greatest strength our stories.
Campfire Queer Storytime is a free monthly event where invited guests are given 10-15 minutes each to share a story, read a favorite writer, read their own writing, sing a song or two, lead a ritual, show and tell, share about someone they miss, the only rules are to not use the time to hurt oneself or others.
Adult topics on occasion.
This is an outdoors event.

If you'd like to be a featured guest at a future Campfire please email *BOB* at:
[email protected]

ALL LGBTQIA2+Allies welcome!
Thank you to the Vortex and Rainbow Connections ATX a program of Family Eldercare

The 3rd Wednesday of March, April, and May join RCATX for an all ages 18-110 Queer Monthly Evening Spring Walk.

We’ll meet near the restrooms in the parking lot at Mueller Lake Park at 6:45-7:00 pm and then enjoy a strolling paced walk on the paved trails (light rain or shine).

The Mueller Lake Park Trail is around 2.6 miles and mostly crushed gravel.

Come and enjoy the beautiful Spring nights and make some new friends!

Questions? Email *BOB* at [email protected]

The 2nd Sunday of each month from 1-2pm on Zoom
This is an online support group for LGBTQIA2S+ Caregivers and Allies caregiving for those in the community. It is a space of peer support led by Paige Schilt, LMSW and Robert Arambel, MSW Intern, offered by Rainbow Connections ATX.

All participants will be pre-screened to create a safer & supportive space.
Once you have been pre-screened you will be given the Zoom info and are free to drop in as you need.

Please do not share the group Zoom link - do feel free to share the interest form link (click & fill out to request a spot).

This support group is open to LGBTQIA2S+ people 18-110 who are currently caregiving, have been a caregiver in the past, and those who anticipate being in the caregiving role in the future.

There is value to past, present, and future experiences/preparations.

Hosted by World Famous *BOB*

See old friends and make new ones!
We do have in person events again in the ATX area and once a month we gather on our Zoom link to have tea and chat.
We'd love to meet you! Please join our group if you plan on attending.
Your level of participation with audio and video is up to you but we do require interaction in the chat if you choose to be off camera.

*All FUN FORCE! events are a safer space for people to connect and share their thoughts ~ anyone found to be upsetting that balance will be disconnected. Treat people kindly, how you'd like to be treated.
By participating you are agreeing to this code of conduct as well as stating that you are 18 plus years of age.

World Famous *BOB* (she/him/they) is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Zoom Social Hour
Time: 7-8pm Central
Join Zoom Meeting:

Zoom Tea Social Link

Meeting ID: 884 7871 3091
Passcode: PRID3
One tap mobile
+13462487799,,88478713091#,,,,*668262# US (Houston)
+16699009128,,88478713091#,,,,*668262# US (San Jose)
Dial by your location
+1 346 248 7799 US (Houston)
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose)
+1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma)
+1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago)
+1 646 558 8656 US (New York)
+1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC)
Meeting ID: 884 7871 3091
Passcode: 668262
Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kb1q0C6g7n

Join us on Monday, April 13th from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM for a special presentation from Austin Public Health's Age-Friendly Austin and the Austin Equity and Inclusion staff through ZOOM (click here to join the meeting).

In 2024, the first-ever Quality of Life Study on Aging was launched to better understand and meet the needs of older adults and their caregivers. Thanks to incredible community support, the study surpassed its initial goal of 384 individuals, successfully engaging with over 1,000 older adults!

During this session, we will share a high-level update on what we are hearing from the community. We will also discuss how this valuable input is being translated into action as we draft the 2026-2030 Age Friendly Action Plan, and how you can continue to participate and share your feedback.

When?

Monday, April 13th from 6 p.m. To 7 p.m.

Where?

Through ZOOM by clicking here. 

‍ ‍See you then!

~Austin Public Health's Age-Friendly Austin and the Austin Equity and Inclusion Staff

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