Author Archives: PFLAG Boulder County

Trans Mission Fundraiser

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PFLAG Program: Mental Stealth—the Art, Life and Projects of Dylan Scholinski

Thursday, March 18th, 7pm
Currently based in Washington DC, transman Dylan Scholinski, is an award-winning author, distinguished visual & performance artist, and public speaker.   Dylan Scholinski has appeared on 20/20, Dateline and Today to discuss his experiences when he was institutionalized as a teenager for his “gender identity disorder”. Scholinski’s work appeared in the National [...]

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Sacred Heart Exclusion of Child

A letter from Jean Hodges, PFLAG Boulder County President, to the Boulder Camera
Barring a child of same-gender parents from the Sacred Heart Preschool illustrates most vividly the divide caused by church doctrine over the compassionate caring that Jesus modeled.  Many church denominations have played the largest role influencing attitudes that demonize homosexuality and foster  homophobia. [...]

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Holding Families Together

Holding Families Together looks at social problems that result when parents reject their LGBT sons and daughters. Teens that come out are more likely to become homeless and turn to drugs, prostitution and crime. When rejected, these gay, lesbian and transgender teens become depressed and suicidal. Many problems are avoided, however, when young people receive [...]

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Save the Date: Annual Holiday Feast

Thursday, December 17th, 6:30 p.m.  Annual Holiday Feast in Mead Hall
Our annual festive holiday feast is a joyful evening of food and fellowship.  The PFLAG Board will provide a baked turkey, ham, potatoes, place settings and beverages.  Please bring salads, side dishes or dessert to share.   The Somethin’ [...]

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PFLAG Board News

Connie Coleman, long-time PFLAG mom, has returned to PFLAG involvement following the extended illness and death last spring of her husband Don.  Connie was on our board for several years when her daughter Abby was active in OASOS and at C.U. and has now volunteered to take over the maintenance of our lending library.  In [...]

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