This post was written by Spencer Pride Vice President Katie Zuber. When I was a junior in college, I signed up for Alternative Spring Break. My group traveled to Minneapolis… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Katie
This post was written by Spencer Pride’s Youth Empowerment Director, Joy Hellman. I wanted to contribute to Spencer Pride Spirit Day by sharing about my involvement with Spencer Pride &… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Joy
This post was written by Spencer Pride’s Outreach Director, Rex Hinkle. I wanted to contribute to Spencer Pride Spirit Day & LGBTQ+ Pride Month by sharing about what Pride means… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Rex
This post was written by Spencer Pride president, Jonathan Balash. To me, “Pride” has a powerful meaning. Having just passed my 39th birthday not too long ago, I’ve officially been… Read More »What Pride Means (to Me), by Jonathan
I love the first transgender person I ever met, my daughter. My name is Nathaniel Clawson, and I am the Treasurer of Spencer Pride. My daughter was telling us who… Read More »Why #ITDOV is Important to Me
Happy spring! Now that the legislative session is over, it is time to discuss what was and was not accomplished. My friends, I am sorry to say that this will… Read More »Is it Possible to Legislate Dignity? (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
Earlier today, Spencer Pride continued its march toward its 10-year anniversary with our February community service event – Clean up at the Owen County Public Library. The Library will be… Read More »Spring Cleanup at the Owen County Public Library (My Voice, by Eric Jones)
With February being the month to celebrate love, I thought it fitting to discuss some of the characteristics that may lead to love (more specifically, romantic love). Some of these… Read More »Love. (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
During his State of the State address, Governor Mike Pence, stated that he would prioritize religious freedom over civil rights protections for LGBT citizens of Indiana. While he also stated… Read More »Tell Your Elected Officials to Support LGBT Equality! (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
I had the opportunity in November to attend a celebration of life for the father of a very dear friend. I heard many people speak and some people sing. We… Read More »Resolving to (Make) Change for the Better (My Voice, by Kim Fidler)
As the Christmas holiday approaches and the stores are already stocked with gifts, decorations, and more, I cannot help but think about how some people will go into debt in… Read More »Spreading Cheer (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
Happy Thanksgiving! November is a wonderful month to think about family and friends. As we prepare for the holidays and see some people that we do not see often, it… Read More »Assess Your Relationships! (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
October is the month for celebrating Halloween and all things that are scary. It is frightening for me to think about the role models of today. In the days where… Read More »The Terrifying Tale of Terrible Role Models (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
As a poor kid growing up, all I wanted was to be normal. I wanted to have a nice house with indoor plumbing. I wanted nice clothes. I wanted to… Read More »Normal. What is that Anyway? (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
You might think that seeing National Guard and Diversity in the same title is a contradiction. I wasn’t sure myself when I was asked to participate in the Indiana National… Read More »National Guard & Diversity? (MY VOICE, by Judi Epp)
August is the month when parents and students anticipate the start of a new school year. It is an exciting time for many. For others, however, it is a terrifying… Read More »Back to School (MY VOICE, by Kim Fidler)
July is a month of patriotism. It is ironic that on July 1st, the Religious Freedom Restoration Act took effect in Indiana. While we have come so far with the… Read More »MY VOICE: Happy 4th of July! (by Kim Fidler)
While my wife, Joani, and I greatly enjoy participating in and working at Spencer Pride events, the reasons extend beyond the realm of volunteerism as one might devote to other… Read More »MY VOICE: Why Spencer Pride? (by Ed Staubach)
I am so proud to have been a part of the 9th annual Spencer Pride Festival. I was so happy to see the large number of participants (including children and… Read More »MY VOICE: The Value of Volunteerism (by Kim Fidler)
The breakfast was held on Saturday, April 18 at the Owen Valley Christian Fellowship on Highway 43 in Spencer. Almost 40 people were in attendance, which was the largest turnout… Read More »MY VOICE: Engaging with our Elected Officials (by Jonathan Balash)
