A reminder that Michelle's Memorial is tomorrow (Friday) here in Los Angeles. If you are able to attend, please come through... Michelle (and later her daughter (
Dana) and her granddaughter (Jorden)) were part of the backbone of our retreat by working on registration since BLU began in 2009. We couldn't have done this without her. If you'd like to leave a message for Dana or Jorden, please do so in the comments. XOXO
Happy Holidays from BLU! Always wondered who went to the BLU Retreat? Watch the video and find out.
Our newsletter is out...
Additional retreat videos and online events for this week!
https://conta.cc/4pUaH6U
or... find the link in our Linktree in Bio!
Newsflash!
San Diego Pride has selected their new Executive Director! BLU's own, KishaLynn Elliott! We couldn't be more proud or excited!
From the SD Pride website...
"With this appointment, KishaLynn becomes the first Black lesbian to serve as permanent Executive Director in our organization’s more than 50-year history of advocating for LGBTQIA+ equality, visibility, and justice.
This moment matters — not only because it is historic, but because of when it arrives.
Across our city, our country, and the world, LGBTQIA+ communities are facing renewed challenges to hard-fought rights and freedoms. In this pivotal time, San Diego Pride is reaffirming our commitment to bold, justice-centered leadership rooted in equity, resilience, and community care."
Congrats KL! We Love you!
Our Most Recent Newsletter... https://conta.cc/4g1Yb1f
Or link in LinkTree in Bio!
Queen is imploring you... Jump on it!
We've extended our Early Bird Rate for One More Day!
On Tuesday, our rates go up by $50!
What are we talking about?
Over 200 of us will be gathering in Southern California for four glorious days—Saturday, November 8th through Tuesday, November 11th.
Picture it: dancing under the stars, playing and singing with friends old and new, savoring our moments together, learning from each other during inspiring workshops, shopping for treasures, laughing until your cheeks hurt, loving deeply, and truly living it up.
All of this takes place at a beautifully appointed lakeside retreat site, the perfect backdrop for connection, joy, and memories that will last a lifetime.
Over 150 of us have already registered!
Also... the 2 Person Suites have also sold out.
We will have a waiting list for rooms in case some rooms come available, however, priority for the waiting list will be for those who are already registered in the cabins!�
That said... Don't sleep on registering for the cabins! They are amazing! Linen and hand sewn quilts are provided! The rooms sleep up to 8. Some rooms have bunk beds, but no one has to sleep on top this year! We have LOTS of space!
Need more info? blunited.org
Also... Karen Williams performing in LA on 9/6 thanks , Get Lit Books and Things @getlitbooksandthings anniversary party on 9/6 - with @yazminmonetwatkins , and the film Black Rainbow Love @black_rainbow_love online...9/7
Read all in our newsletter... https://conta.cc/4g1Yb1f
Three Months from Today, you won't know how to say goodbye.
The BLU Retreat, November 8-11
$499 for four days and three nights of an experience you won't forget.
blunited.org
TODAY... join the L Project @lprojectla live on IG at 5p PST/8p EST with community partner Venus @meetonvenusapp for this powerful discussion on feminism and white supremacy with @fightgoddess1@traceemichelleporter@iyatundef@alfredalanoix and Dr. Rivers @sdenisenj
About the Venus Community:
Venus brings together lesbian, bisexual, and queer women to build deep connections, share our experiences, and create an empowering community.
The LProject is thrilled to produce this Lesbian Speaker Series exclusively for Venus and hope you will join us for this important convo. #BlackLesbianSpeakerSeries #BLSS #VenusApp #feminism #whitesupremacy #antiracist #whitefragility
