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Save the Date!
Ten Oaks Project Family Founders Picnic
May 18, 2009 from 12 to 3 p.m.
Riverain Park (North River Road - Vanier)
On Monday, May 18, 2009, join the Ten Oaks Project as we hold a community BBQ and fun day in celebration of our 5th anniversary, our community, and to say thank you to our founders, Julia Alarie and Holly Wagg.
Find out more about the Picnic
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Project Acorn
Leadership Retreat for Youth from LGBTQ Communities
The Ten Oaks Project's new youth leadership program, Project Acorn, is now accepting applications for Youth Participants and Adult Leaders (Volunteer Staff).
Over four days (July 23-26) at a sleep-away retreat in Ottawa, Project Acorn will allow youth to celebrate the uniqueness of our communities, while building knowledge and capacity, ultimately providing the tools and confidence to help them make the change they want to see, in ways most consistent with who they are.
The application deadline for both Youth Participants and Adult Leaders (Volunteer Staff) is May 18, 2009.
Check out the Project Acorn page on our website for all the details, including more information about Project Acorn and links to the application forms. Here's what two of our YAC (Youth Advisory Committee) members have to say about Project Acorn: Curtis Laurin "Hi! My name's Curtis and I can't wait for camp! Like many, I thrive off of any opportunity to be with our loving, caring, and fun community. I'm looking forward to testing the boundaries of my own comfort zone, building upon my own leadership abilities, and growing as a member of the community. I think out of all the workshops we plan to offer, I'm most looking forward to the GLBTTQ History workshop. There's no questioning this leadership retreat is, plain and simple, going to be a blast! Meeting new people and creating new friendships, being inspired to create change and take a role in the community, all while taking part in fun camp activities, is what Project Acorn is all about. This retreat has been in the works for such a long time, and with the hard work of many, it's really cool to see it finally all come together. Not only will Project Acorn be the highlight of my summer, but I'm confident it will be that for many other youth as well. See you in July!"
Evelyn O'Driscoll
 "Project Acorn excites me for a multitude of reasons. Mostly, it excites me because I love to interact with people of similar values to my own, whether they are youth or adults. Project Acorn basically signifies a space where I can be myself and talk about my family situation without fear of being judged. As a straight youth from an LGBTQ family, I sometimes find myself feeling excluded from the LGBTQ community as a whole. Being involved with Project Acorn, I have never felt anything but included and welcomed for who I am. I hope that other youth from a variety of backgrounds are fortunate enough to share the same experiences that I have had with Project Acorn."
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Showtune Showdown 2009
Saturday, May 9th at 8 p.m.
The Bronson Centre
A truly entertaining evening celebrating music and friendly competition. During one incredible evening, people of all ages and backgrounds, fill the Bronson Theatre to watch the magic of Broadway unfold. This 4th edition of the event brings together over 600 audience members, celebrity judges and three theatre groups to honour Broadway music and help Tone Cluster to support its ambitious schedule of concerts in its 15th anniversary season. Tickets: $16 in advance; $20 at the door. For more information contact tonecluster@gaycanada.com, or visit www.tonecluster.ca.
Art Project Unveiling
In honour of the International Day Against Homophobia and Transphobia
May 15, 2009 from 12 to 1:30 p.m.
Jack Purcell Community Centre
320 Jack Purcell Lane
Family Services à la famille Ottawa's Around the Rainbow Project brought together a group of foster and adopted children and youth in care to create a piece of art that expressed what family meant to them. The children were from adoptive and foster families headed by gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender parents. Light refreshments will be served.
Contact Marnie at 613-725-3601 x 126 for more information.
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What's that you say?
Join the Ten Oaks Project Board of Directors
The Ten Oaks Project is currently accepting nominations for individuals to sit on its Board of Directors. In particular, we're looking for people with strengths in:
Donor Relations
Grant WritingLearn more about this exciting volunteer opportunity and how you can make a difference in the lives of children and youth from LGBTQ communities.
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The Ten Oaks Project is a not-for-profit, charitable organization. Our mission is to engage and connect children and youth from LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans, two-spirit, queer) communities through programs and activities rooted in play. Our programs include Camp Ten Oaks and a new Youth Leadership Retreat, Project Acorn, that will launch in 2009.
Ten Oaks Project | 255 Montreal Road, Suite 205 | Ottawa, Ontario K1L 6C4
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