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Community-Based Programs
(Social & Support Groups & Activities)

Through this project, we provide an infrastructure for community-led social and support groups and activities that promote the health and well-being of our community in the following program areas: Bisexual, Community Interests, Community Health, Men, People of Color, People of Faith, People with Disabilities, Transgender, Women. The groups listings appear in alphabetical order below.


BISEXUAL
 


Bi Community Networking Group! - 2nd Tuesdays

Bisexual Networking Group- 2nd Tuesdays! Second Tuesday of the Month at 7:00pm - CALL FOR LOCATION! Imagine being told that you have to decide whether to date Blondes or Brunettes. And, once you choose you will always be known as a Blonde lover or a Brunette lover. In fact, if you ever crossed over, you would be accused of being confused. It would seem silly to have to choose. But, that is how bisexuals feel. Bisexuals are people who are capable of being attracted to more than one gender. Come join us. Talk about what's important to you, or just listen to others. Whether you are questioning your orientation, or you know you are bi...are committed or single. All races, religions and genders are welcome here! Topics include: Am I a bisexual?, Partners, Spirituality, Bi Socials, Coming out, Politics, Biphobia, Alternate lifestyles, And much more! Held 2nd TUESDAY of the month at 7:00pm at various locations in Colorado Springs. If you have any questions or for this month's location, please call 491-6937, or email
CSBForum@hotmail.com.
 


COMMUNITY INTERESTS


Adopt-A-Highway! - 2nd Saturdays!
Have Fun, Volunteer and Create Change with Your Pride Center - Adopt-A-Highway! The Pride Center's Adopt-A-Highway Group has been creating change for the environment and our community for 15 years!
We meet the 2nd Saturday of the month to clean a section of Highway 24 near Cascade. We've been at this since 1993. Calls are made the night before to confirm. If you are interested in helping out, send an e-mail to
rioaribba@aol.com  

GLBT 50+ Group Meets 2nd Saturday of Each Month Join our 50+ group the second Saturday of each month for conversation and camaraderie. We meet at the Pride Center from 3-5pm. Of course, there's always cookies and coffee! For more info, call us at 471-4429.

GLBT Families Group! 2nd & 4th Saturdays
Activities group for GLBT community members and their families. Group includes activities for children and families to participate in together. Examples include: swimming, hiking, picnics at the park, and horseback riding. Join us on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays for family activities. Email Jessa at
GLBTFamilies@YourPrideCenter.org, or call (719) 291-4051 to find out about upcoming activities. Contact Jessa to get connected today!

OutWord Writing Group - Meetings PostponedOutWord - our GLBT creative writing group - meets on the 2nd & 4th Mondays of each month at 6:30pm. We have fun with no-stress creative writing exercises; share support and writing information; and offer respectful suggestions for each other's writing. Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender - Everyone welcome! Writers of all levels encouraged to join us! Whether you've never picked up a pencil, or you're a NY Times Best Seller, everyone is welcome! 

Sip & Sup - 3rd Saturdays! Sip & Sup visits a different non-chain restaurant every month! Normally meeting on the 3rd Saturday of the month at 6pm. For more information or to RSVP call Karl or Kevin at 578-9004, or email at kabeck1964@hotmail.com.

NOW SEEKING GROUP FACILITATOR(S) FOR 20/30 SOMETHING GROUP!  - Email Ryan@YourPrideCenter.org to get  started!


COMMUNITY HEALTH


NOW SEEKING GROUPS - Do you have a group that promotes the health and well-being of the LGBT community, and promotes a sense of community among your participants? Does your group focus on a specific topic surrounding LGBT health, including Chronic Illness, LGBT Women's Wellness, HIV/STD's, Substance Use/Tobacco, Physical/Mental Health, or Personal Safety? . Email Ryan@YourPrideCenter.org to get your group started!


MEN


FUSION! Gay Men's Book Club - 3rd Wednesdays
The book group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m. For more information, contact
rioarriba@aol.com BOOK GROUP NOW MEETING IN NEW LOCATION FOR THE SUMMER! PLEASE EMAIL FOR DETAILS!

Guys Nite Out - Every Saturday Night!
guysniteout@yourpridecenter.org Join us Every Saturday for GUYS NITE OUT (6:00-8:00p) at the Pride Center! 6/7 Bears, Cubs, & Wolves..Oh My!: Gay men aren't just muscular and buff.6/14 Open Topic Night:6/21 Joke Night: Bring a joke.6/28 Retirement for the LGBT Community: What practical things can be done to plan for our retirement? SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENTS!  Aug 16, We are planning a river float trip. Mild and Scenic river trip, half day $36,full day $67. group discounts for 10 or more. River co is located in Buena Vista. Will send out more info soon. If you would like to join us on one of these outings please email me at sgldudenco@yahoo.com or call me at 719-322-7652.

Hearts UnitinG - 1, 2, 3, Fridays! - Hearts UnitinG - Gay/Bi Men's Group - Meets 1,2,3 Fridays at 7:00pm at the Pride Center

Men4Men - Meets Every Tuesday Night!
Meets every Tuesday at 7pm at the Pride Center. A chance to share experiences, ideas and feelings and questions. A place where gay men can support one another. Coming out, questions about marriage, everything open. The gathering centers around discussion of a topic -- or topics -- related in some way to life as a gay man in this world.


PEOPLE OF COLOR


NOW SEEKING GROUPS - Do you have a group that promotes the health and well-being of the LGBT community, and promotes a sense of community among your participants? Does your group focus on a specific topic surrounding LGBT communities of color? Email Ryan@YourPrideCenter.org to get your group started!


PEOPLE OF FAITH


NOW SEEKING GROUPS - Do you have a group that promotes the health and well-being of the LGBT community, and promotes a sense of community among your participants? Does your group focus on a specific topic surrounding LGBT people and faith? (The Pride Center defines faith to include atheism and agnostic). Email Ryan@YourPrideCenter.org to get your group started!


PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES


NEW GROUP FORMING AT THE PRIDE CENTER FOR GLBT PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES - Social group & support for lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender people living with disabilities, including physical, mental and emotional. Group meets on the 1st & 3rd Tuesdays from 2:00pm-4:00pm at the Pride Center. Discussion topics include coming out, challenges, and empowerment. For more information, please stop by the meeting, or contact Richard at info@YourPrideCenter.org. Our first meeting will be on Tuesday, September 2nd - at the Pride Center. 2508 E. Bijou Street.


TRANSGENDER


PAGE - Peak Area Gender Expressions - 1st & 3rd Tuesdsays! NOW MEETING AT THE PRIDE CENTER
Peak Area Gender Expressions (PAGE) . PAGE is a social support group for transgender individuals, their families and friends in the Colorado Springs area. We meet the first and third Tuesday of each month at the Pride Center from 7 - 10PM. The meeting on the first Tuesday is a potluck. The Pride Center is located at 2508 E. Bijou Street. For more info, email us at
cospage@gmail.com, or contact Nancy-Jo directly at: nancy-jo1@juno.com or (719) 217-8896. Need directions to the meeting?
click here:
http://www.geocities.com/peakareagenderexpressions/directions.htm


WOMEN


Lesbian Adventure Club Plans for Hot Summer Fun! - Monthly LESBIAN SINGLES ACTIVITY NIGHT SUMMER SCHEDULE 
“Scootering thru the Garden of the Gods” - August 29 HOPE TO SEE YOU JOIN IN ON THE FUN!!! Ltr, Dori
advofagwf@yahoo.com

Lesbian Singles! - 4th Fridays at 6:00pm Lesbian Singles! Come out and join us for the Lesbian Singles Night! 4th Fridays of the month from 6:00-8:00pm at the Pride Center at 2508 E. Bijou Street, just east of Union and next to the Bijou Bar & Grill. For more information call (719) 471-4429 - Or just come on in!

Womyn's Pride Book Club - 1st and 3rd Mondays
Womyns Pride Book Club is open to any and all lesbians. We meet twice a month on the first and third Mondays of the month at 6:30 pm at the Pride Center. We read a variety of fiction and non-fiction - varying from lesbian literature to current best sellers to biographies to self-help titles. While most of the books are written by women or are about women, that is not an exclusive requirement. Books are nominated by members and chosen by member vote every six months. For more information or to be added to the e-mail list, please e-mail
WomynsPride@earthlink.net.

Womyn's Social Network - Meets Every Week!
The WSN is a lesbian social group for singles and couples of all ages and interests in the Colorado Springs area. New members are always welcome! To join the group, visit our Yahoo Group site at http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Womyns_Social_Network/.  Our regular monthly events include dining, hiking, biking, Coffee, dancing lessons, and Game Night.  We also have other one-time events set up by the WSN and individual members.  Email us at wsn@yourpridecenter.org for more information.

Starting a Social or Support Group or Activity:

The Center is proud to sponsor a wide variety of social and support groups and activities. If you are interested in starting a group, contact The Center. View the guidelines.

Funders:
If you have an opportunity that seems like a good fit with our organization, please contact Ryan Acker.

 
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