Welcome to the first edition of Pink Wallet News! This newsletter keeps you informed about events, news, and updates in the LGBTQ+ community of West Michigan.

Ponyboi is on!

The Grand Rapids Trans Foundation successfully completed a crowdfunding campaign to host a Ponyboi screening at AMC Grand Rapids 18 on December 3rd, 2025.

Ponyboi is an independent dramatic film featuring an intersex character. Synopsis from the Gathr website:

Unfolding over the course of Valentine's Day in New Jersey, a young intersex sex worker must run from the mob after a drug deal goes sideways, forcing him to confront his past.

If you backed it, you now have a reservation for a ticket! If not, there is still time to reserve tickets.

West Michigan Voices of Pride Winter Concert

West Michigan Voices of Pride is hosting TWO winter concerts: one on December 13th at 7pm and one on December 14th at 3pm. Both will be at St. Cecilia Music Center in Grand Rapids. Get your advance tickets today!

Lotus Brew Community Dinners go weekly

Lotus Brew has now extendeded their regular Community Dinner & Queer Potluck to every Sunday from 6-8pm. The potluck is free and there is no need to bring anything.

If you are bringing a dish, please email lotusbrewcoffee@gmail.com ahead of time. Please include a list of allergens in the dish and whether or not pets were present in the house when you made it.

The 12th House physical shop is closing

The 12th House is closing its physical shop on December 23rd, 2025. While the physical space will be closing, The 12th House will continue to share art, readings, and intention-filled goods at local markets, pop-ups, and community events.

The 12th House is currently hosting a "Donations for Discounts" event where customers can donate goods for unhoused people and receive discounts on purchases. These goods will be distributed through organizations such as the Grand Rapids Pride Center and AYA Youth Collective.