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SUMMARY:Loud  And Proud - GCLS 22nd Annual Conference
DESCRIPTION:The GCLS’s annual conference is the premier literary event for both authors and readers. The event brings together readers\, fans\, writers\, editors\, audiobook narrators\, and publishers to celebrate women loving women literature. \nAs lovers of literature\, we understand the power of words. We appreciate how the right words can provide shades of meaning\, nuance\, and clarity of expression. The words we use to describe our identity are particularly powerful\, giving us language to describe who we are in a world that doesn’t always appreciate the rich diversity within the LGBTQIA+ spectra. \nThe way we describe ourselves as individuals is myriad (lesbian\, bisexual\, pansexual\, asexual\, demisexual\, queer\, cisgender\, transgender\, non-binary\, Two Spirit\, et al) and as we understand more about our identity\, personally and collectively\, our language expands to incorporate that knowledge. GCLS is\, and will always be\, fully inclusive of all identities in the sapphic and women-loving women space. We are all welcome. We are all GCLS.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/loud-and-proud-gcls-22nd-annual-conference/
LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton @ Entrance to Universal Orlando\, 5780 Major Blbd\, Orlando\, FL\, 32819\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Faire/Conference
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260812T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T220736Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T220736Z
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SUMMARY:August JPN Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly board meeting.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/august-jpn-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Realty Executives Success\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:JPN Board Meeting
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260815T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T040151Z
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SUMMARY:August Wallyball
DESCRIPTION:Joliet Pride Network is Proud to sponsor Wallyball every third Saturday of the month from 11am – 1pm at the Annerino Community Center in Bolingbrook. The event is free to attend\, it isn’t a competitive game\, and is just a lot of fun! \nJoin us to meet new friends\, create community\, and play wallyball! Similar to volleyball except it is played on a racquetball court and you can use the walls. There is no expectation that you have played before or that you are athletic. This is a fun social game for all skill levels. Come on your own or grab a friend and have some fun. The best part\, there are no fees because the game is on us.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/august-wallyball/
LOCATION:Annerino Community Center\, 201 Recreation Dr\, Bollingbrook\, 60440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wallyball
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260820T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T015555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T050132Z
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SUMMARY:August Gayme Night
DESCRIPTION:The Joliet Pride Network hosts a regular “gayme” night at the Critical Grind Board Game Cafe in Shorewood\, IL on the third Thursday of the month from 7-11pm. The “gayme” night is an event designed to promote inclusion\, dignity\, and acceptance by providing a safe and friendly environment for the local LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Attendees gather to play various tabletop games\, fostering community and social connection.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/august-gayme-night/
LOCATION:Critical Grind\, 852 Sharp Dr. Unit L\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gayme Night
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260824
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260825
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T212647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T212647Z
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SUMMARY:Marsha P. Johnson’s Birthday
DESCRIPTION:On this day in 1945\, Marsha P. Johnson was born. Famous for being one of the initiators of the 1969 Stonewall Uprising\, Johnson was a gay liberation activist and a self-identified drag queen. Her legacy would go on to influence many in the LGBTQ+ community. \n#HappyBirthdayMarsha  \n#MarshaPJohnson
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/marsha-p-johnsons-birthday/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260909T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T221057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T221322Z
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SUMMARY:September JPN Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly board meeting.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/september-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Realty Executives Success\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:JPN Board Meeting
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T204428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T204428Z
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SUMMARY:Bisexual Awareness Week
DESCRIPTION:Bisexual Awareness Week\, or #BiWeek\, is an annual event held every September 16-23\, culminating in Celebrate Bisexuality+ Day on September 23\, to raise visibility\, promote acceptance\, and advocate for the bisexual (bi+) community\, highlighting their unique experiences\, challenges like erasure\, and resilience\, according to sources like GLAAD\, the Bisexual Resource Center\, and PFLAG. It’s a time for education\, community building\, and challenging stereotypes within the LGBTQ+ community and beyond\, emphasizing that bi+ identities (including pan\, fluid\, queer\, unlabeled) are valid and deserve recognition.  \n#BiWeek  \n#BisexualAwarenessWeek
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/bisexual-awareness-week/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260917T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T020432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T050050Z
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SUMMARY:September Gayme Night
DESCRIPTION:The Joliet Pride Network hosts a regular “gayme” night at the Critical Grind Board Game Cafe in Shorewood\, IL on the third Thursday of the month from 7-11pm. The “gayme” night is an event designed to promote inclusion\, dignity\, and acceptance by providing a safe and friendly environment for the local LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Attendees gather to play various tabletop games\, fostering community and social connection.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/september-gayme-night/
LOCATION:Critical Grind\, 852 Sharp Dr. Unit L\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gayme Night
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260918T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T184907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T184907Z
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SUMMARY:Booked Eau Claire 2026
DESCRIPTION:Booked Eau Claire is bringing the wonderful world of storytelling to life with an exciting new literary celebration on September 18-19\, 2026! Join us at the Lismore Hotel in downtown Eau Claire\, WI\, for this two-day event dedicated to amplifying voices\, igniting creativity\, and fostering a vibrant community of book lovers through panels\, workshops\, + more. \nFocused on empowering women and LGBTQIA+ communities\, Booked Eau Claire proudly features over 60 authors from across the country\, offering a diverse range of YA\, NA\, and Adult books. And you won’t want to miss our Keynote Authors. \nConnect with fellow readers\, meet new authors\, explore book-related vendors\, and engage with influencers who share your love for reading. Make it a weekend getaway—fall in Eau Claire is truly magical! \nVIP Readers\, Authors\, Influencers\, and Vendors can also join us for our evening mingle events. \n*This event is recommended for individuals 15 years and older.* \nTickets available now available!
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/booked-eau-claire-2026/
LOCATION:Lismore Hotel\, 333 Gibson Street\, Eau Claire\, WI\, 54701\, United States
CATEGORIES:Book Faire/Conference
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T040403Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T040545Z
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SUMMARY:September Wallyball
DESCRIPTION:Joliet Pride Network is Proud to sponsor Wallyball every third Saturday of the month from 11am – 1pm at the Annerino Community Center in Bolingbrook. The event is free to attend\, it isn’t a competitive game\, and is just a lot of fun! \nJoin us to meet new friends\, create community\, and play wallyball! Similar to volleyball except it is played on a racquetball court and you can use the walls. There is no expectation that you have played before or that you are athletic. This is a fun social game for all skill levels. Come on your own or grab a friend and have some fun. The best part\, there are no fees because the game is on us.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/september-wallyball/
LOCATION:Annerino Community Center\, 201 Recreation Dr\, Bollingbrook\, 60440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wallyball
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20260117T201839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260117T201839Z
UID:908-1789815600-1789837200@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Joliet PrideFest 2026
DESCRIPTION:More info to come!
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/joliet-pridefest-2026/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:PrideFest
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260923
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260924
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T204205Z
UID:767-1790121600-1790207999@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Bi Visibility Day
DESCRIPTION:Bi Visibility Day\, celebrated annually on September 23rd\, is an international awareness day to recognize\, celebrate\, and raise visibility for bisexual people and the broader bisexual+ (bi\, pan\, fluid\, etc.) community\, combating bi-erasure and stigma by highlighting their history\, culture\, and unique challenges. Started in 1999 by US activists Wendy Curry\, Michael Page\, and Gigi Raven Wilbur\, it aims to educate others and foster understanding\, reducing unique prejudices bisexual individuals face. \n#BiDay  \n#BiVisibilityDay  \n#BiVisibility
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/bi-visibility-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261011
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T205708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T205708Z
UID:777-1791676800-1791763199@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:National Coming Out Day
DESCRIPTION:National Coming Out Day (NCOD) is an annual LGBTQ+ awareness day on October 11th\, celebrating the act of “coming out” (sharing one’s sexual orientation or gender identity) as a courageous step toward authenticity and visibility\, raising awareness for LGBTQ+ rights and promoting acceptance for those still struggling to be open\, a tradition that began in 1988 following a major gay rights march. \n#NationalComingOutDay
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/national-coming-out-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261012
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T210819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T210819Z
UID:783-1791763200-1791849599@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Matthew Shepard Remebrance Day
DESCRIPTION:October 12th is widely recognized as a day to remember Matthew Shepard\, the date he died in 1998 from injuries sustained in a brutal anti-gay hate crime in Laramie\, Wyoming\, prompting major advocacy for federal hate crime legislation. Organizations like the Matthew Shepard Foundation encourage reflection and action on this day to combat hate and promote acceptance\, with related remembrance events often occurring around October 6th (the attack) and October 12th (his death).  \n#MatthewShepard
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/matthew-shepard-remebrance-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261014T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T221255Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T221255Z
UID:824-1792004400-1792011600@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:October JPN Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly board meeting.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/october-jpn-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Realty Executives Success\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:JPN Board Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261015
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T212225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T212225Z
UID:797-1792022400-1792108799@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:International Pronouns Day
DESCRIPTION:International Pronouns Day\, held annually on the third Wednesday of October (October 15\, 2025)\, is a global observance to normalize sharing\, respecting\, and educating about personal pronouns\, affirming basic human dignity and creating inclusive spaces for everyone\, especially transgender and gender nonconforming individuals who are disproportionately affected by misgendering. It encourages people to share their own pronouns (like she/her\, he/him\, they/them) to foster understanding and respect for diverse gender identities. \n#InternationalPronounsDay
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/international-pronouns-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261015T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T024050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T045923Z
UID:631-1792090800-1792105200@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:October Gayme Night
DESCRIPTION:The Joliet Pride Network hosts a regular “gayme” night at the Critical Grind Board Game Cafe in Shorewood\, IL on the third Thursday of the month from 7-11pm. The “gayme” night is an event designed to promote inclusion\, dignity\, and acceptance by providing a safe and friendly environment for the local LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Attendees gather to play various tabletop games\, fostering community and social connection.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/october-gayme-night/
LOCATION:Critical Grind\, 852 Sharp Dr. Unit L\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gayme Night
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261016
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261017
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T210953Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T210953Z
UID:785-1792108800-1792195199@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Spirit Day
DESCRIPTION:Spirit Day is an annual observance\, held on the third Thursday of October\, where millions wear purple to stand against bullying and show support for LGBTQ youth\, especially transgender and nonbinary youth\, who face harassment and discrimination. Started in 2010 by teenager Brittany McMillan after a wave of bullying-related suicides\, it’s a major anti-bullying movement promoted by GLAAD\, encouraging people\, brands\, and media to “go purple” as a visible sign of solidarity and acceptance. \n#SpiritDay  \n#LGBTQYouth
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/spirit-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261017T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T041200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T041200Z
UID:654-1792234800-1792242000@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:October Wallyball
DESCRIPTION:Joliet Pride Network is Proud to sponsor Wallyball every third Saturday of the month from 11am – 1pm at the Annerino Community Center in Bolingbrook. The event is free to attend\, it isn’t a competitive game\, and is just a lot of fun! \nJoin us to meet new friends\, create community\, and play wallyball! Similar to volleyball except it is played on a racquetball court and you can use the walls. There is no expectation that you have played before or that you are athletic. This is a fun social game for all skill levels. Come on your own or grab a friend and have some fun. The best part\, there are no fees because the game is on us.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/october-wallyball/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Wallyball
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261027
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T211136Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T211136Z
UID:787-1792972800-1793059199@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Intersex Awareness Day
DESCRIPTION:Intersex Awareness Day\, celebrated annually on October 26\, is a global day for grassroots activism to end shame\, secrecy\, and non-consensual surgeries on intersex people\, advocating for bodily autonomy\, physical integrity\, and self-determination. It marks the anniversary of the first public protest by intersex activists in Boston in 1996\, who demanded respect from the medical community for variations in sex characteristics (chromosomes\, gonads\, genitals\, hormones) that don’t fit typical male/female definitions. The day highlights the challenges intersex individuals face and promotes understanding\, inclusivity\, and human rights. \n#IntersexAwarenessDay \n#IntersexPride
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/intersex-awareness-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T060000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261103T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20260104T113149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T113149Z
UID:855-1793685600-1793732400@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Illinois General Election
DESCRIPTION:Don’t forget to turn out an vote!
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/illinois-general-election/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Election
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261108
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261109
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T211900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T211900Z
UID:793-1794096000-1794182399@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Intersex Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Intersex Day of Remembrance\, also known as Intersex Day of Solidarity\, is observed annually on November 8th\, marking the birthday of Herculine Barbin\, a 19th-century French intersex person. The day serves to honor those lost to abuse or suicide\, raise awareness about non-consensual medical interventions (like forced surgeries) on intersex children\, and advocate for intersex rights\, dignity\, and bodily autonomy\, highlighting issues of intersex genital mutilation and human rights. \n#IntersexDayOfRemembrance
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/intersex-day-of-remembrance/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261111T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T221450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T221450Z
UID:827-1794423600-1794430800@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:November JPN Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly board meeting.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/november-jpn-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Realty Executives Success\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:JPN Board Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261119T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T025514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T045732Z
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SUMMARY:November Gayme Night
DESCRIPTION:The Joliet Pride Network hosts a regular “gayme” night at the Critical Grind Board Game Cafe in Shorewood\, IL on the third Thursday of the month from 7-11pm. The “gayme” night is an event designed to promote inclusion\, dignity\, and acceptance by providing a safe and friendly environment for the local LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Attendees gather to play various tabletop games\, fostering community and social connection.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/november-gayme-night/
LOCATION:Critical Grind\, 852 Sharp Dr. Unit L\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gayme Night
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261121
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T212410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T212410Z
UID:799-1795132800-1795219199@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:Transgender Day of Remembrance
DESCRIPTION:Transgender Day of Remembrance & Resilience 2024 – EventsTransgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR)\, observed annually on November 20th\, is a day to honor and memorialize transgender\, non-binary\, and gender non-conforming individuals murdered due to transphobic violence\, drawing attention to the ongoing discrimination\, violence\, and human rights issues they face. Started in 1999 by advocate Gwendolyn Ann Smith to remember Rita Hester\, TDoR involves vigils\, name readings\, and community events to raise awareness\, foster education\, and advocate for acceptance and safety for transgender people. \n#TransDayOfRemembrance  \n#TDOR
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/transgender-day-of-remembrance-2/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T041410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T041410Z
UID:656-1795258800-1795266000@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:November Wallyball
DESCRIPTION:Joliet Pride Network is Proud to sponsor Wallyball every third Saturday of the month from 11am – 1pm at the Annerino Community Center in Bolingbrook. The event is free to attend\, it isn’t a competitive game\, and is just a lot of fun! \nJoin us to meet new friends\, create community\, and play wallyball! Similar to volleyball except it is played on a racquetball court and you can use the walls. There is no expectation that you have played before or that you are athletic. This is a fun social game for all skill levels. Come on your own or grab a friend and have some fun. The best part\, there are no fees because the game is on us.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/november-wallyball/
LOCATION:Annerino Community Center\, 201 Recreation Dr\, Bollingbrook\, 60440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wallyball
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261202
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T212531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251231T212531Z
UID:801-1796083200-1796169599@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:World AIDS Day
DESCRIPTION:World AIDS Day\, observed annually on December 1st since 1988\, unites people globally to fight HIV/AIDS by raising awareness\, showing support for those living with HIV\, remembering lives lost\, and pushing for progress in prevention\, treatment\, and ending the pandemic. It serves as a crucial opportunity to educate communities\, combat stigma\, and advocate for equitable access to services\, highlighting medical advancements while acknowledging ongoing challenges\, often symbolized by the red ribbon. \n#WorldAIDSDay
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/world-aids-day/
LOCATION:IL
CATEGORIES:Observances
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261209T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251231T221615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T162931Z
UID:829-1796842800-1796850000@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:December JPN Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Monthly board meeting.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/december-jpn-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Realty Executives Success\, 700 W Jefferson St\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:JPN Board Meeting
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261217T230000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T025723Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T045845Z
UID:635-1797534000-1797548400@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:December Gayme Night
DESCRIPTION:The Joliet Pride Network hosts a regular “gayme” night at the Critical Grind Board Game Cafe in Shorewood\, IL on the third Thursday of the month from 7-11pm. The “gayme” night is an event designed to promote inclusion\, dignity\, and acceptance by providing a safe and friendly environment for the local LGBTQ+ community and its allies. Attendees gather to play various tabletop games\, fostering community and social connection.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/december-gayme-night-2/
LOCATION:Critical Grind\, 852 Sharp Dr. Unit L\, Shorewood\, IL\, 60404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gayme Night
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20261219T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T083324
CREATED:20251228T042319Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251228T042319Z
UID:658-1797678000-1797685200@jolietpridenetwork.org
SUMMARY:December Wallyball
DESCRIPTION:Joliet Pride Network is Proud to sponsor Wallyball every third Saturday of the month from 11am – 1pm at the Annerino Community Center in Bolingbrook. The event is free to attend\, it isn’t a competitive game\, and is just a lot of fun! \nJoin us to meet new friends\, create community\, and play wallyball! Similar to volleyball except it is played on a racquetball court and you can use the walls. There is no expectation that you have played before or that you are athletic. This is a fun social game for all skill levels. Come on your own or grab a friend and have some fun. The best part\, there are no fees because the game is on us.
URL:https://jolietpridenetwork.org/event/december-wallyball-2/
LOCATION:Annerino Community Center\, 201 Recreation Dr\, Bollingbrook\, 60440\, United States
CATEGORIES:Wallyball
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