Vanguard Quarterly Summer 2021

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Group Meetings

Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, 12-Step groups are temporarily not being held at The Village at Ed Gould Plaza. Please check the internet for information on virtual 12-Step meetings.

Coming Out Coming Out Workshops for Women Coming Out Workshops for Men Coming Out Group for TGI/ENBY+ Community Safe, nurturing workshops for anyone who is facing their own coming out process. Call 877-OUT-4-LIFE for recorded information and instructions for enrollment, or email groups@lalgbtcenter.org or visit socialnet.lalgbtcenter.org

Community Groups Bi-osphere Explore and discuss the many shades of today’s diverse bisexual community. Mondays, 6–7:30 p.m. To learn how to connect virtually, email groups@lalgbtcenter.org or visit socialnet.lalgbtcenter.org Club Intersex For people to share their experience, strength, and hope as members of the intersex community. Every 1st & 3rd Thurs., 6–7:30 p.m. Familias Latinx Entrelazadas (F.L.E.X.) – Spanish Language Group Apoyo y guianza para familia y aliados de la comunidad LGBTQ+. Support and guidance for family and allies of LGBTQ+ community. Every 4th Tues., 7–8:30 p.m. To learn how to connect virtually, email groups@lalgbtcenter.org or visit socialnet.lalgbtcenter.org HerStories For all LGBT women who want strong community and great conversation. Mondays, 8–10 p.m. To learn how to connect virtually,

Community Groups (Cont.) email groups@lalgbtcenter.org or visit socialnet.lalgbtcenter.org Lit Sessions For young men of color to connect and share their experiences dealing with identity, racism, homophobia, community, relationships, and sex. Monthly, 11 a.m.–7 p.m. RSVP for dates. To RSVP, email litlife@lalgbtcenter.org or call 323-860-3799. M Group Monthly, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. RSVP for dates. To RSVP, call 323-860-3799. MasQ Explore your male identity however you choose to express it. Tuesdays, 6–7:30 p.m. To learn how to connect virtually, email groups@lalgbtcenter.org or visit socialnet.lalgbtcenter.org Redefining Masculinities For all people and identities who WANT TO ACTIVELY REDElNE AND explore the possibilities of what it can and should mean to be masculine in this world. Every 2nd and 4th Tues., 7:30–9 p.m. Trans* Lounge membership required for access to videoconference links. Register for FREE at translounge.org Share, Show & Tell Senior Services and Trans* Lounge members gather to share a poem, song, recipe, arts and crafts, or something near and dear to them. Wednesdays, 3–4:30 p.m. Trans* Lounge membership required for access to videoconference links. Register for FREE at translounge.org Surgery Suite A space to discuss genderAFlRMING SURGERIES IN A SAFE supportive space. Now expanded to three times per month for ADDED FOCUS ON YOUR SPECIlC gender journey. Every 1st Thurs.: Trans Masculine Procedures Every 2nd Thurs.: Open discussion with a medical professional Every 4th Thurs.: Trans Feminine Procedures

Community Groups (Cont.) 7:30–9 p.m. Trans* Lounge membership required for access to videoconference links. Register for FREE at translounge.org A Touchy Subject Let’s have a conversation via Community Health Programs’ Facebook Live or in person at Center South, 2313 W. Martin Luther King Jr Blvd., Los Angeles 90008. RSVP required for inperson attendance. To RSVP, email uoproject@lalgbtcenter.org or call 323-860-3799. Tuesdays, 5 p.m. Trans* Spectrum Safe, small, quiet, controlled space for neurodiverse members of the Trans/GNC/ENBY community. Limited to 15 people maximum per meeting. Every 1st and 3rd Tues., 7:30–9 p.m. Trans* Lounge membership required for access to videoconference links. Register for FREE at translounge.org Trans Tales from the Vaults Exciting interactive workshop which is part listening party, part talkback session as we explore our transcestors through the trans historical podcast One from the Vaults. 1st and 3rd Wed., 7:30–9 p.m. Trans* Lounge membership required for access to videoconference links. Register for FREE at translounge.org TRANSforming Your Kitchen – A Chosen Family Dinner In this fun 90-minute group, get together with other Trans* Lounge foodies to create delicious, easily accessible, and easyto-prepare meals in your own kitchen. We provide you with a list of ingredients in advance so you can follow along at home and prepare an amazing dish along with the rest of the group. Our knowledgeable instructors will answer all of your culinary questions along the way. The best part: once you have created your yummy masterpiece, the remainder of our time is spent enjoying a delicious meal together. Every 3rd Thurs. 7:30–9 p.m. Trans* Lounge membership required for access to

Community Groups (Cont.) videoconference links. Register for FREE at translounge.org Transgender Perceptions Conversations and communitybuilding for transgender and GNC people. Fridays, 7:30–9:30 p.m. To learn how to connect virtually, email groups@lalgbtcenter.org or visit socialnet.lalgbtcenter.org U/O Project An open and honest virtual platform for young men of color ages 18–29 to connect with community members and health educators. Monthly, 11 a.m.–6 p.m. RSVP for dates. To RSVP, email uoproject@lalgbtcenter.org or call 323-860-3799.

Senior Groups 50+ All Senior Services programming is available virtually and can be accessed by computer or phone. For more information about our program and to sign-up for our monthly newsletter, please contact 323-860-5830 or email seniors@lalgbtcenter.org. You can also visit us at facebook.com/50pluslgbt To RSVP, email seniors@lalgbtcenter.org or call 323-860-5830. Asian/Pacific Islander Support Group Every 1st & 3rd Mon., 3–4 p.m. Employment Tips 50+ Every 2nd Tues., 3–4 p.m. Housing Supportive Network Every 2nd & 4th Thursday, 3–4 p.m. LBQ Women’s Chat Thursdays, 10–11 a.m. Men Living with HIV Thursdays, 1:30–3 p.m. Men of Color Aging 50+ Every 3rd Saturday, 2–4 p.m. Men’s Social Group Wednesdays, 10 a.m.–Noon R&B Line Dancing Tuesdays, 11 a.m.–Noon TransC.A.R.E. Tuesdays, 2–3 p.m. Veteran’s Support Group Wednesdays, 1–2 p.m.

NOTE: Meetings may not occur on the following holidays: July 5 (Independence Day, Observed), September 6 (Labor Day)

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12-Step Groups


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