Freedom to Marry Week 2008 (Feb 10-16)

This week is Freedom to Marry Week. That means that the GLBT community will be having lectures, demonstrations, and discussion on marriage equality for all people.

Whether you like it or not…I support marriage equality.

If you want to know how you can help support marriage equality, there is a website you need to check out: http://www.freedomtomarry.org/index.html.

I think you can find a lot more information about this important cause.

And here are some of the events that are occurring in Houston, which I obtained from the same website:

National Freedom to Marry Week Celebrations in Houston

This year, the Foundation for Family and Marriage Equality will host a week of events in celebration. Here is a listing of our events. All events are free of charge and open to the public (donations are appreciated)

Monday, February 11, 7:00pm at the
Magnolia Ballroom, 715 Franklin - Kick-off Party and Celebration of Phyllis Frye's 60th Birthday. A panel of celebrities will "lightly roast" attorney and longtime GLBT activist Phyllis Frye for her 60th birthday. Celebrities include Ray Hill, Deborah Bell, Jack Valinski, Jenifer Rene Pool, and special guest Annise Parker, to name a few.

Tuesday, February 12, 6:30pm at South Texas College of Law, Garret Townes Lecture Hall, 1303 San Jacinto - Discussion Series Part I - "A Biological Explanation for Sexual Orientation." Speaker is Dr. Cynthia Chappell.

Wednesday, February 13, 6:30pm at University of Houston Law Center, Heritage Room (Park in Lot 19B). - Discussion Series Part II - "GLBT in America: A Historical Look at the Struggle for Civil Rights." Speaker is Professor Sophia Mrouri.

Thursday, February 14, 11:00am - DEMONSTRATION MARCH from CITY HALL to COUNTY CLERKS OFFICE. Meet at City Hall at 11:00am 901 Bagby, march to 201 Caroline. EVERYONE INVITED. THE MORE THE BETTER. Once at the clerk's office, same-sex couples will demand marriage licenses. Couples, friends, family, clergy, and all other supporters are strongly urged to be present for the march and demonstration.

Thursday, February 14, 6:30pm at Grace Lutheran Church, 2515 Waugh Dr. - Discussion Series Part III - "The Psychology of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity." Speaker is Dr. Jeff Vannice.

Friday, February 15, 8:00pm at Blurr Nightclub, 71- Pacific St. - Bachelor and Bachelorette Party. Everyone is encouraged to come for an evening of outrageous fun.

Saturday, February 16, 7:00pm at Resurrection MCC, 2025 W. 11th St. - Film screening of the highly acclaimed documentary, "For the Bible Tells Me So," followed by an informal discussion with various faith leaders.

Sunday, February 17, 1:00pm at Resurrection MCC, 2025 W. 11th St. - "Texas's Largest Same-Sex Wedding Celebration and Demonstration for the Right to Marry." dozens of same-sex couples will exchange vows in a wedding officiated by 20 clergy leaders of various faiths. Same-sex couples are invited to participate. Family, Friends, and Supporters are encouraged to attend. A reception with cake, music, and dancing will follow.

For more information, email info@FamilyMarriageEquality.org, call 713-227-1717, or visit www.FamilyMarriageEquality.org.

So, I hope y'all have a Happy Freedom to Marry Week and a Happy Valentine's Day!