We're coming to the end of the Can't Stop the Serenity 2011 season, but it's not over yet! We’re tallying up all the donations from this year’s events to determine the 2012 Global Donation Total... will it top the 2010 record of over $140,000? We sure hope so! But while the bean counters are counting the beans, there's still lots going on! If you want to win some awesome prizes, we'll soon be launching our Global Auction for Equality Now. There are some fantastic goodies up for grabs, and you won't want to miss your chance. We'll have more news on this soon, so keep your eyes peeled on www.cantstoptheserenity.com, and on our Twitter and Facebook. Have you heard about our Art Contest? We're reaching out to all the creative folks out there to design a logo for next year's events. Our Art Contest has been running since 2009 and has discovered some amazing artists. This year's contest will run until 14 October, so if you've got the creative spirit, get your entries in soon! The winning design will be featured on our website, merchandise and more! Now, we promised you Jossy goodness and here it is! In case you missed this last week, we've released this year's awesome event introduction video! If you were able to make it to a Can’t Stop the Serenity event this year, you may have had the opportunity to see this year’s video. But if you missed out, not to fret! You can watch it now on our YouTube Channel. This year’s intro was packed to the brim with bi

If you were able to make it to a Can't Stop the Serenity event this year, you may have had the opportunity to see this year's Global Intro video. But if you missed out, not to fret! You can watch it now on our YouTube Channel. This year's intro was packed to the brim with big damn heroes. We're extremely honoured to have received a very special contribution from Joss, who has inspired us once more to continue to fight the good fight for equality. Other special guests include artist Jason Palmer, writer Jane Espensen, actors Tahmoh Penikett, Claire Kramer, Eliza Dusku, Dichen Lachman, Summer Glau and a host of Browncoats from across the globe! The global team would like to offer our special thanks to all those who contributed to the video, and to Liam Merrick for pulling it all together. Check out our YouTube Channel for more videos, including past Global Intros from 2008, 2009 and 2010.

2012 marks our 7th Annual CSTS season and we are looking forward to welcoming back our fellow Browncoats, veterans of the cause, mentors and new organizers alike! We’re continually grateful and excited that folks interested in holding your own CSTS events to raise money for Equality Now. Registration is open now, so you've got plenty of time to start planning a Can't Stop the Serenity event for 2012. All the information you need to get you started can be found in the Events section on the menu above. Most CSTS events are known as "Screening Events" where Joss Whedon's "Serenity" is shown on the big screen in conjunction with auctions, raffles, contests, merchandise sales and other multimedia (pending licensing arrangements). If you're unable to organize a Screening Event (due to funds, location or proximity to other Browncoats), an Affiliate event may be the answer. This can be any kind of event, such as a BBQ, dance party, or trivia night. The choice is yours! Once you’ve decided, you can begin planning at once. Take advantage of Event Resources to help you and your team with the planning process. Next, you need to tell the Global Team about your plans so that you can become an official event. This year, there is a two step registration process – Pre-Registration and Registration. Being an official CSTS Event means that you become part of the wonderful CSTS community which comes with some amazing perks. We’ll help you raise money for Equality No

Wrapping up a wonderful season, the final CSTS event for 2011 is Dublin, Ireland on 29 September. Thanks for a fantastic year! But it's not over yet... we've got a few more things in store for you over October, so check back often!!

The weekend starts with a bang in Tucson, AZ and and Orange County, CA on Saturday 24 September. And on Sunday 25 September, join Browncoats in Atlanta, GA for a great event.

This weekend will be as big as Texas as the Austin Browncoats present a whole weekend of Serenity fun! CSTS Austin kicks off on Saturday with events at 12PM, 5PM and 10PM, and wraps up on Sunday at 12PM.