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Bloomington
Bloomington PRIDE will hold a candlelight vigil Tuesday night. The organization has also announced a new initiative called #STANDwithPRIDE, and over 20 people from various bars, restaurants,and businesses in Bloomington will be at the vigil tonight to help make Bloomington a inclusive community, and make their establishment a safe space for LGBTQ people.
Where: City Hall, Showers Plaza
When: Tue. June 14, 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
Barbara Brosher will attend this event. Follow her on Twitter at @BabsOfBtown.
Bloomington bar The Back Door will host a benefit to raise money for people affected by the shooting. It will be a "night of entertainment in support of our Family in Orlando."
Where: The Back Door, 207 S. College Ave.
When: Wed. June 15, 10:00 p.m.
Columbus
First Presbyterian Church and Pride Alliance are working together to host a vigil. Names of the victims will be read, and a number of religious leaders in the community plan to speak.
Where: First United Methodist Church, 618 Eighth St.
When: Tues. June 14, 7:00 p.m.
Joe Hren will attend this event. Follow him on Twitter at @Joe_Hren.
Crown Point
The First United Methodist Church will host a Vigil for Peace for the victims of the Pulse Nightclub mass shooting and their families.
Where: First United Methodist Church, 352 S. Main St.
The After Dark Showlounge is having a benefit show to raise money and support the victims and their families. The benefit will be followed by a drag performance. In addition, money from the bar will be matched up to $5,000 and donated to pay for medical expenses and funeral costs for the victims.
Where: After Dark Showlounge, 112 E Masterson Ave.
A vigil will take place on the Northeast corner of 3rd and Cherry St., by "The Arch" at Oakley Plaza in Terre Haute. They gather to support the victims in Orlando, as well as the local LGBTQ community, in hopes of creating a safe and inclusive space for everyone.
