Community Calendar: LGBTQ+ Peace Corps talk, Vandal Food Pantry and more

Some virtual and in-person events in Moscow this week

Vandal Food Pantry Curbside Pickup  

Time: 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Monday, 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday 
Date: Monday and Wednesday  
Place: Pitman Center Alley, between Pitman Center and Greek Row 

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Vandal Food Pantry cabinets aren’t open for beneficiaries. However, VFP is operating the pantry as a curbside pickup service. Supplies are pre-packaged in bags and given to those who attend based on family size.  

Story Slam: The LGBTQIA+ Experience

Time: 1 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.  
Date: Tuesday  
Place: Online

Peace Corps volunteers within the LGBTQ+ community are hosting a talk this Tuesday where they will share stories about their experiences with the program. Registration is required to receive the zoom link.  

Non-Drag Bingo at East City Park  

Time: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.  
Date: Saturday 
Place: East City Park 

Inland Oasis hosts multiple Drag Bingo events, but this time the group is doing something different. In order to recognize people of color in America, Inland Oasis performers will highlight historical contributions from people of color within the community. The hosts advise social distancing and masks are encouraged. Inland Oasis will be providing disposable masks for those who don’t have one.

Garth Brooks Drive-In Concert  

Time: 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m.  
Date: Saturday  
Place: Kibbie Dome, UI campus  

Garth Brooks is putting on a virtual concert which will play at over 300 locations across the United States and Canada, including right here in Moscow. Tickets are required for this concert and can be bought on Ticketmaster. Gates open at 7:30 p.m.  

Nicole Hindberg can be reached at [email protected] or on Twitter @HindbergNicole

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Nicole Hindberg I am a journalism major graduating in fall 2020. I write for LIFE and Opinion for The Argonaut.

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