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October 2018
Northwest / Art Exhibit: ‘Sites of Power: Soft Thrones’
What does it mean to hold and sit with power? To wield a weapon, a tool, a body. With power. To subvert masculine weapon, tool and body. To create a new landscape of power. a Soft Throne. "Soft Thrones" is a series within the "Sites of Power" body of work produced by artist Jova Lynne. In January 2018, Jova Lynne traveled to her familial home of Kingston, Jamaica, to collaborate on a series of workshops with queer-identified, female-spectrum Jamaicans. Workshop…
Find out more »Central / Art and Film: ‘Isaac Julien: Looking for Langston’
In conjunction with Columbus' "I Too Sing America: The Harlem Renaissance at 100," this exhibition presents Isaac Julien’s landmark 1989 film, "Looking for Langston," alongside a selection of related photographic works. Made at the height of the AIDS epidemic in London and New York, "Looking for Langston" is composed of archival moving images and original footage that reimagines the life of poet Langston Hughes and a community of gay artists during the Harlem Renaissance. The film collapses both time and geography,…
Find out more »Central / Art Exhibition: ‘Mickalene Thomas: I Can’t See You Without Me’
“A hallmark of Thomas’s work…is what she describes as ‘recognition and acknowledgement and validation: you see me and I see you.’ It can be difficult to tear yourself away from those gazes. But then, why would you want to?” —Nicole Rudick, Paris Review The work of celebrated, multidisciplinary artist Mickalene Thomas is showcased in this new exhibition that explores her vibrant and resonant dialogue with authorship, identity, desire and the historically charged relationship between artist and muse. You’ll encounter more than 50…
Find out more »Central / Youth: Genderscope
Genderscope is a safe, affirming space hosted by the Kaleidoscope Youth Center where trans, gender non-conforming and questioning youth can come together to build community, discuss issues related to gender identity and expression, and gain support from peers who share in experience. The group meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Tuesdays are for discussion. Recent topics have included: dysphoria, family, coming out, school, current events, passing tips/problems passing, misogyny and toxic masculinity, trans history, allies, “trans enough” and expectations, and social media.…
Find out more »Southwest / Support: LGBTQ in Recovery Peer Support Group
Hosted by GLAST, or Gays & Lesbians Achieving Sobriety Together, LGBTQIA+ in Recovery is a free, safe, confidential, nonjudgmental, evidence-based, peer-facilitated group that meets every Tuesday.
Find out more »West / Mu Crew Meeting
The Mu Crew is a Dayton-based organization for young gay, bisexual and queer men ages 18-29 that encourages making new friends, relaxing, continuing our own education about life, doing new things, and keeping a mindset that you are who you are and that is fine by us. We welcome diverse perspectives, experiences and people. Come out and meet some new people in a safe and supportive environment. We’ll discuss current news in the community, upcoming Mu Crew events and do a…
Find out more »Northeast / Wellness: Services and Advocacy for GLBT Elders (SAGE)
The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland's senior program is a social support group that was formed in 2003. The group serves members who are 50 years of age and older and is open to the community. Sessions take place three times a week and include chair-based, low impact exercises followed by lunch. No registration is necessary. Heres the Monday and Wednesday schedule: • 11 a.m.-11:30 a.m.: coffee and informal group discussion • 11:30 a.m.–noon: Arthritis Association exercises • Noon-1…
Find out more »West / Art Exhibition: ‘Muse: Mickalene Thomas Photographs and tête-à-tête’
The Dayton Art Institute's 2018 special exhibition season concludes with "Muse: Mickalene Thomas Photographs" and its companion exhibition, "tête-à-tête," on view from Saturday, Oct. 20 to Sunday, Jan. 13. Mickalene Thomas’ photographic work functions as a personal act of deconstruction and reappropriation, both of images she has created herself and images she has singled out as influential. With each series, she grapples with and asserts new definitions of beauty and inspiration. Thomas’ portraits draw equally from 1970s black-is-beautiful images of women,…
Find out more »Central / Theater: ‘Breaking the Code’
Mathematical genius Alan Turing was a pioneer in the field of computers and computer science. His work breaking Nazi code during World War II saved countless lives, yet he plummeted into ruin after his sexual orientation was discovered. This production is a joint venture between CATCO and Evolution Theatre. There are 15 performances scheduled between Wednesday, Oct. 24 and Sunday, Nov. 11. Tickets are $20 for Wednesday matinees, $30 for Thursday shows, $35 for Sunday matinees and $40 for Friday…
Find out more »Southeast / Youth: Prism, LGBTQA Youth Program
The Ohio University LGBTQ Center, in collaboration with Athens Rock Camp for Girls, Athens Ohio Roller Derby and Arts/West, offers this new program for community, support and togetherness for LGBTQ youth and allies, ages 12-18. Prism will include arts programming, game and movie nights, music lessons, a library and more. The group will meet every Wednesday from 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Find out more »Northeast / LGBT Community Center Youth & Young Adult Program
The LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland offers programming for LGBTQ youth and young adults (14-24 years old) that centers on creating genuine connections between peers and increasing access to valuable resources. Programs aren geared to various age ranges while providing a safe and welcoming atmosphere. Programs provide monthly themes to build connection, support, life skills, speaker series, computer access, events, queer crafts and queer quills. Monday and Wednesday are centered on programming that challenges the youth and young adults…
Find out more »Northwest / Education: Toledo Name and Gender Change Legal Clinic
Trained attorneys will provide one-on-one counseling to walk you through the process of updating your identity documents during this free legal clinic. No need to bring anything but your questions. Funding is still available to those who cannot afford filing fees or additional costs, so please ask about scholarship opportunities! Registration is preferred, but walk-ins are welcome. Please call 614-340-6729, or email legalclinic@equitashealth.com, to make a reservation. This event is free and open to the public; however, if you are under…
Find out more »Southwest / At the Bars: Women’s Darts Wednesday
Throw darts with the girls every Wednesday night. It's a great way to make new friends. Weekly winners get a prize. Come socialize with like-minded women who enjoy activities together.
Find out more »Southwest / Meeting: Cincinnati Trans* Community Group
Community Night is for trans* and non-trans* folks, friends, family, partners and allies. There's a social after each regular meeting that includes board game nights, clothing swaps, cookie decorating, potlucks, skills shares and more.
Find out more »Central / Youth: QPOC
Kaleidoscope Youth Center offers a safe and empowering space for queer and trans youth of color on the second and fourth Wednesday of every month. Participants can enjoy community building, discussion groups, and a variety of other activities.
Find out more »Southwest / Social: Cincinnati Trans* Community Group
After regular meetings on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month, the Cincinnati Trans* Community Group hosts socials that include board game nights, clothing swaps, cookie decorating, potlucks, skills shares and more.
Find out more »Central / Social: Prime Timers Thursday Koffee Klutch
Central Ohio Prime Timers, the Columbus chapter of the national social organization for mature gay and bi men, meets every Thursday morning for coffee on the South Side of Columbus. Group members also meet on Tuesdays for lunch in Westerville.
Find out more »Northeast / Wellness: Walk-In HIV Testing
CANAPI conducts free HIV testing, counseling and referral services to individuals at a heightened risk of infection. We have walk-in testing is available every Thursday. Testing also is available by appointment Mondays through Thursdays. Call or email (number and address are below) for more information. Click here for more information about HIV/AIDS and testing, as well as about PrEP, a drug that can be taken to help prevent HIV.
Find out more »Northeast / Support: Trans*cend
Trans*cend is an activity-based support group for transgender and gender non-conforming individuals age 21+. Programming includes creative writing, movies, workshops, game nights and more. For more information, contact LGBT Community Center of Greater Cleveland Program Director Eris Eady at EEady@lgbtcleveland.org or by phone at 216-651-5428 x 113.
Find out more »West / On Campus: QPOC Affinity Network
QPOC is an affinity network for people who self-identify as Queer People of Color. This space is meant to be a safer space for queer people of all colors to find community, support and empowerment. For the meeting location and more information contact Shaquetta Morris at morris.270@wright.edu.
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