Center Programs
Westside Programs
LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland
6705 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102
Fridays 3:00 - 7:00 PM (Drop-In)
Queer Youth Initiative (QYOU)
Queer Youth Initiative (QYou) is a safe and affirming place for LGBTQ+ youth ages 11-19. We work to collaborate and provide youth with a network of support and opportunities to express themselves, make new friends, and advocate for the LGBTQ+ community.
WED/FRI 5:00 - 7:00 PM (Drop-In)
Trans+
Trans+ West offers opportunities to individuals within the transgender and non-binary community to discuss different aspects of their journeys, share vital resources, celebrate each other’s successes, and support one another when faced with challenges as a collective group.
MON/WED/FRI 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Drop-In)
Rainbow Pioneers
Rainbow Pioneers West is a social support group that serves LGBTQ+ individuals ages 50+. Rainbow Pioneers programming provides participants with a safe, affirming space and allows members to engage in a variety of activities ranging from Art Therapy to Joint Mobility Exercises.
4th Saturday Monthly 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Drop-In)
Building a Village
Building A Village offers queer parents with children 10 and under an opportunity to build social connections, and give and receive support, while their children participate in age-appropriate social programming.
WED/FRI 6:30 - 7:30 PM
Pride Recovery
PRIDE Recovery is an affirming space for LGBTQ+ folx and allies in Recovery. Please contact [email protected] with questions regarding the program.
TUES 6:00 - 7:15 PM
Yoga for All Bodies
If you can sit or lay down and breathe, then you can practice Yoga. Join Lee Devi (E-RYT 200, RYT 500) for this class which blends all three and is tailored to the specific needs of whoever shows up. Props and mats provided, or bring your own. For more info: https://youareloved.one/
Eastside Programs
Various Locations. Please see details below for specific program location or check out lgbtcleveland.org/events/
Every Third Wednesday 4:00 - 6:00 PM (Drop-In)
Queer Youth Initiative (QYOU) East
We’re excited to announce QYou East, an exciting expansion of our Queer Youth Initiative, now coming to the east side in partnership with Heights Libraries! The programming aims to provide safe, welcoming space for LGBTQ+ youth ages 11-19 to connect, create, and build community.
WHERE: Lee Rd. Branch of Heights Libraries, 2345 Lee Rd, Cleveland Heights
Thursdays 5:00 - 7:00 PM (Drop-In)
Trans+ East
Trans+ East offers opportunities to individuals within the transgender and nonbinary community to discuss different aspects of their journeys, share vital resources, celebrate each other’s successes, and support one another when faced with challenges as a collective group.
WHERE: Central Outreach, 2040 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, OH
Wednesdays 6:00 - 8:00 PM (Drop-In)
Rainbow Pioneers East
Rainbow Pioneers East is a social support group that serves LGBTQ+ individuals ages 50+. Rainbow Pioneers programming provides participants with a safe, affirming space and allows members to engage in a variety of activities ranging from Art Therapy to Joint Mobility Exercises.
WHERE: Cleveland Heights Community Center, 1 Monticello Blvd, Cleveland Heights, OH 44118
2nd Saturday Monthly 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM (Drop-In)
Building a Village East
Building A Village offers queer parents with children 10 and under an opportunity to build social connections, and give and receive support, while their children participate in age-appropriate social programming.
WHERE: Noble Neighborhood Library (2800 Noble Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44121)
Mondays 6:00 - 7:00 PM
Pride Recovery East
PRIDE Recovery is an affirming space for LGBTQ+ folx and allies in Recovery. Please contact [email protected] with questions regarding the program.
WHERE: Central Outreach, 2040 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights, OH
Open Arms
Open Arms is a monthly parent and caregiver support group on Cleveland's East Side.
Currently on hiatus: Info about meeting schedule and times to come soon.
A welcoming space for those caring for LGBTQ+ youth, Open Arms is for caregivers who are seeking to learn, grow, and show up with love and understanding for the young people in their lives. Please contact [email protected] with questions regarding the program.
WHERE: Noble Neighborhood Library (2800 Noble Road, Cleveland Heights, OH 44121)
health & wellness
LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland
6705 Detroit Ave, Cleveland, OH 44102
By Application; Various Cohorts
Popular Opinion Leaders (POL)
Popular Opinion Leaders is a group whose main focus is to increase awareness and knowledge of HIV/STIs, prevention methods including PrEP, and connection to resources and support through outreach and direct engagement in the community with a specific focus on trans and Gender Diverse individuals.
1st Friday Monthly 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
WUMC Food Pantry
Run through a partnership between Westlake United Methodist Church and the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, The Center is proud to host a walk-in food pantry on the first Friday of each month. Photo identification is required to be able to use the pantry.
MON/WED/FRI 2:00 - 7:00 PM; TUE/THU 4:00 - 7:30 PM
4th Saturday Monthly 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Free Walk-in HIV/STI TEsting
Testing is provided in collaboration with Central Outreach Wellness Center, The Centers, and Nueva Luz Urban Resource Center. Individuals seeking testing must be 18+ in age or accompanied by a legal guardian.
WED/FRI 6:30 - 7:30 PM (Drop-in)
Alcoholics Anonymous
Pride AA is a community-led support group for LGBTQ+ and ally community members in recovery. Meetings are on a walk-in basis and do not require registration to attend. All are welcome!
Community Groups
In partnership with the LGBT Center and members of our community, a wide variety of group programming is available.
See lgbtcleveland.org/events for the most up-to-date info.
Last Monday Monthly 6:00 - 7:30 PM (Drop-in)
Cleveland Bi+ Network
The Cleveland Bisexual+ Network exists to serve and support at large the people who can find themselves on the fringes of both the straight community and the LGBT+ community with monthly meetings for discussion, as well as additional social outings to create a beautiful, active, and engaged community.
Find the group at: www.facebook.com/groups/2226819660677326
2ND & 4TH THURSDAY Monthly 6:00 - 7:30 PM
THE KALEIDOSCOPE CROWD
In partnership with NAMI Greater Cleveland, we are hosting a peer-facilitated mental health support group for LGBTQ individuals (ages 18+). This group aims to provide a safe, non-judgmental space for support as we look at the intersection of identity and mental health. Find out more at www.namigreatercleveland.org.
2nd Thursday 6:30 - 7:45 PM (Drop-in)
Lavender Café
Lavender Café is a social support group that welcomes ALL lesbians, bi and pansexual woman-identified queer people. This includes trans and nonbinary members of the LGBTQ community anywhere in their coming out journeys. For individuals ages 18+. If interested, contact [email protected].
Wednesdays 6:00 - 7:00 PM
LGBT Veterans Group
The LGBT Veterans Group is a drop-in based group currently meeting at The Center, featuring weekly discussion for LGBTQ+ veterans. If interested in receiving more information, email [email protected].
1st Tuesday Monthly, Virtually 6:00 - 7:00 PM
LGBTQ+ Church Hurt Group
NOTE: Group is currently on hiatus.
The LGBTQ+ Church Hurt Group is a group for those who have experienced emotional and psychological pain as a result of negative experiences within a religious community. The group will meet virtually on a drop-in basis and is open to any LGBTQ+ identifying person who is religious, spiritual, or non-religious, as well as those who love the traditions of their faith but are afraid to make a home in organized religion.
1st Thursday Monthly 6:00 - 7:30 PM
LGBTQ+ Educators Alliance
The LGBTQ+ Educators Alliance provides crucial support for LGBTQ+ educators across Greater Cleveland in both K-12 and higher education. This vital community group creates a dedicated space for educators to connect, share experiences, and directly influence policy, strengthening their collective resilience in challenging educational landscapes. The group is facilitated by a current higher education professional and an aspiring educator. Registration is encouraged.
4th Saturday Monthly 12:30 - 1:45PM
Out, Proud, and Pagan
Out, Proud, and Pagan aims are to grow the understanding of what it means to be Queer and Pagan. Come and share you journey, experience new rituals, gain understanding, and enjoy yourself, as we all explore the intersection of our sexuality and magick practice. www.facebook.com/OutProudPaganCLE
2nd Tuesday Monthly 6:30 - 8:30PM (HYBRID: In-Person is Off-Site)
PFLAG Cleveland Monthly Support Group
PFLAG Cleveland Monthly Support Group is composed of LGBTQ+ individuals, family members and allies who come together to share their personal stories in their journey toward acceptance and love. The group is an intergenerational group facilitated by volunteer mental health professionals who are dedicated to our mission of creating a caring, just, and affirming world for LGBTQ+ people and those who love them. The Cleveland chapter has been proudly active in this effort since 1985.
Meetings are hybrid in-person and on ZOOM. Participants must register before each meeting. To learn more, visit www.pflagcleveland.org.
4th Wednesday Monthly 6:00 - 8:00PM (Off-Site)
QTBIPOC Kickbacks
QTBIPOC Kickbacks is a new BIPOC community space for folks 30 and up, organized by BLK-Queer Collective in collaboration with ThirdSpace Reading Room. “We create community by offering a safe and welcoming space for queer and trans BIPOC to connect, be themselves, and make new memories while celebrating life together.” www.bookshop.org/shop/thirdspacereadingroom
WHERE: ThirdSpace Reading Room, 1464 E. 105th St Cleveland, OH 44108
Various Times
RAINBOW SOCIAL
A space for sharing talents, activities, games, interests, and laughter. A way to socialize and meet up with friends, in a comfortable safe space, to share interest or new interest together in a community. Fun activities include: social gatherings, museums, theater, chili cook-offs, board games, bowling, etc. Open to LGBT+ community 21 and up!
www.facebook.com/groups/rainbowsocial4u
Various Times
The Soft Spot
The Soft Spot is a social support group based around the experiences of being fat and queer. The group aims to hold community events that challenge societal standards as well as create long lasting friendships, support, and community. Quarterly discussions on fatphobia and shared lived experiences as fat folks will occur. This group is open to all ages and sizes. www.instagram.com/thesoftspotcle
3rd Saturday Monthly 12:30 - 1:30PM (VIRTUAL)
Spectrum Saturdays
A peer-guided discussion group for trans and non-binary individuals on the Autism spectrum ages 16 and older, facilitated by Autism Personal Coach. Every month we'll be exploring our identities and expressing our authentic selves through no-pressure conversation and creativity. Currently meeting virtually on a drop-in basis. [email protected]
4th Saturday Monthly 11:00AM - 1:30PM
Transfamily
TransFamily is a drop-in based support group for trans-identified individuals or allies. For more info regarding the group, please call (216) 302-8499 or email [email protected].
www.facebook.com/TransFamilyCleveland
