Groups
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Sunday
Rainbow Support Group
The Rainbow Support Group provides support and affirmation to people with developmental disabilities who are gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgendered. This is one of the first of its kind in the nation.
Second Sunday of each month from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Contact John Allen. NOTE: Group does not meet in July.
Monday
GLANCE (ages 18-28)
GLANCE (Gays and Lesbians Among the New Haven Community Enlightening) serves the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Community of Connecticut by providing educational, social and charitable programs. We welcome LGBT people from all walks of life and provide regular programming and services to strengthen the community and to bring all of its members together.
The group serves the 18-28 year old age group in the New Haven County area. It is a community and social group, whose activities include guest speakers, discussion nights, parties, pizza nights, outside trips and more!
This organization holds regular fundraisers that are open to all ages!
Monday from 8-11 p.m. Contact Josh. Group pages are also available on Facebook and MySpace.
Thursday (1st Thurs. each month)
Poem Haven
The New Haven Pride Center holds a poetry writing group for the LGBTQ community (18 & older, please) on the first Thursday of each month from 7pm - 9pm. Bring something you have written to share, or just come anyway! We always have poetry books from our library, from which anyone can select some poetry to read. The group is free but donations are always needed at the Center. Contact nhglcc@gmail.com with any questions.
Friday
Fun Fridays at the Center: Games Night
Come out and play popular board and card games, or learn how to play new games at the Center's popular games night. A $5 donation for admission is requested. Refreshments provided.
Scheduled "ad hoc" certain months. When held, the second Friday of the month, 7-10 p.m. (or later). Call the center or check our Calendar to confirm if a Games Night will take place in a given month.
Fun Fridays at the Center: Poker Night
Know when to hold 'em or fold 'em? Have a fun time at the center's casual poker night. A $5 donation includes light refreshments. No actual money is gambled, so it's a relaxed atmosphere, but a small prize is awarded to the top player of the evening.
Fourth Friday of the month, 7-10 p.m. (or later). Call the center for details.
Saturday
NHPC Youth
NHPC Youth is a group for LGBTQ youth ages 15-20. We seek to provide LGBTQ youth a safe and substance-free space where they can be themselves, express their concerns, and discuss issues of importance that impact their daily lives. Our goal is to help every self-identifying LGBTQ youth find his or her voice. We offer a judgment-free zone and a comfortable space to focus on various issues like family, relationships, friends, school, work; and to share concerns and achievements. We also provide the opportunity for one-on-one discussion with mentoring staff members who can help youths work through difficult times, by listening and through sharing their own experiences.
The group meets on the second and fourth Saturday of every month, from 1-3pm, at the NHPC (14 Gilbert Street, West Haven) unless otherwise specified for special events or other activities. Visit our Facebook page for more information, or contact Tom or John (co-facilitators) at nhglcc@gmail.com.
