The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert
At the Center, our goal is to provide a safe and welcoming environment for all members of our vibrant LGBTQ community. Come join us at The Center, a space where you can belong and be unconditionally you.
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Welcoming Yoga
The Center McDonald/Wright Building 1301 North Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs
LGBTQ+ and Friends Al-Anon
The Center McDonald/Wright Building 1301 North Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs
Amigos Coachella Valley
The Center McDonald/Wright Building 1301 North Palm Canyon Dr., Palm Springs
Community Food Bank Distribution
The Community Food Bank at The Center 610 South Belardo Rd., Palm Spring
Lust for Life: Sex Positive Therapy Group
Scott Hines Behavioral Health Clinic 1301 North Palm Canyon Dr, 2nd Floor, Palm SpringsWeek of Events
The Center Coachella Free Binder Program
About the Event The Center Coachella has recognized the need for safe, accessible, quality binders for Queer, Trans*, non-binary, gender expansive, and gender non-conforming local Coachella Valley community of all […]
The Center Coachella Queer and Trans* Closet
About the Event Our Queer and Trans* closet is a resource for our local Queer and Trans* community. We understand it can be difficult to find or shop for pieces […]
Welcoming Yoga
Welcoming Yoga
Yoga has the ability to meet us where we are in the moment, in bodies and minds. We will strive to let go and rediscover a sense of wholeness, taking a break from constantly trying to fit our pieces together.
Knits & Purls: Beginner Knitting
Knits & Purls: Beginner Knitting
Come join us for a beginner knitting class. Learn how to knit in a new group session at The LGBTQ Community Center of the Desert taught by Douglas Morris.
Knit Together
Knit Together
Social and sharing platform for a community of fiber enthusiasts. Come and join us!
CMA “Stick to the Topic” Group
CMA “Stick to the Topic” Group
The purpose of the meeting space is to provide peer led support for people who are learning to live without drugs.
General Support Group (Drop-In)
General Support Group (Drop-In)
Our general support group is designed for those experiencing a variety of concerns and is designed to provide a safe space to learn coping skills, share with others, and process your experiences.
Gender and Sexuality: The Basics Workshop
Gender and Sexuality: The Basics Workshop
About the Event: Please join us for a free community education workshop, Gender and Sexuality: The Basics. This workshop is for parents, caregivers, community members, teachers and other adults who […]
Trans Tuesdays
Trans Tuesdays
Trans Tuesdays will be conducted as a whole group. Significant others and family are welcome.
Open-Play Bridge
Knit Together
Knit Together
Social and sharing platform for a community of fiber enthusiasts. Come and join us!
Bereavement Support Group
Bereavement Support Group
In-person, closed therapeutic support group for those experiencing grief and bereavement.
LGBTQ+ Youth Hangout
LGBTQ+ Youth Hangout
If you’re between the ages of 11-20 and need a safe space to connect with other LGBTQ+ youth, drop on by for a minute or longer.
Eisenhower Lecture | Anorectal and Colorectal Cancer Screenings: A Panel Discussion
Eisenhower Lecture | Anorectal and Colorectal Cancer Screenings: A Panel Discussion
Please join us for a candid conversation regarding Human Papilloma Virus (HPV), Colorectal Cancer, and Anal Cancer.
Desert Winds Freedom Band – Private Event
Desert Winds Freedom Band – Private Event
Desert Winds Freedom Band board meeting at The Center on the 4th Wednesday of every month.
Center Social
Center Social
Come hang out on the 4th Wednesday of each month for our Social mixer of fun, community, and happy hour from 5:30pm - 7pm. Checkout our weekly newsletter and social […]
Sacred Wounds: Drop-in Therapy Group for LGBTQIA+ Adults
Sacred Wounds: Drop-in Therapy Group for LGBTQIA+ Adults
A biweekly drop-in therapy group for LGBTQIA+ adults with experiences of religious trauma from varying backgrounds
LGBTQ+ and Friends – Narcotics Anonymous
LGBTQ+ and Friends – Narcotics Anonymous
The LGBTQ+ Narcotics Anonymous is a fellowship of people who are learning to live without drugs. Narcotics Anonymous meetings provide an atmosphere of recovery where individuals can share their common problem and solutions.
Welcoming Yoga
Welcoming Yoga
Yoga has the ability to meet us where we are in the moment, in bodies and minds. We will strive to let go and rediscover a sense of wholeness, taking a break from constantly trying to fit our pieces together.
Women’s Chat Group (Virtual)
Women’s Chat Group (Virtual)
Inspiring Friendships. This chat group is for all women (no matter how you identify) to discuss topics of interest and find connection.
LGBTQ+ and Friends Al-Anon
LGBTQ+ and Friends Al-Anon
The LGBTQ+ and Friends Al-Anon program is designed to help those people who have been impacted by the alcoholism of a loved one. Al-Anon reinforces that no situation is really hopeless and that it is possible to find contentment, and even happiness, whether the alcoholic is still drinking or not.
Amigos Coachella Valley
Amigos Coachella Valley
About The Event Amigos Coachella Valley is a peer-support group that provides a safe space for Latino men. It is also an open discussion group. The facilitator and attendees generate […]
Trans* Masculine Support Group
Trans* Masculine Support Group
About the Event Sign up here: https://forms.office.com/r/xrWTpv5pty or use the QR Code on our instagram @ecvpride Group for ages 15-24. The mission of this group is to create a safe […]
Community Food Bank Distribution
Community Food Bank Distribution
The Center is dedicated serving local families/residents experiencing food security regardless of their race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age religion, political persuasion, national origin, disability, and/or covered veteran status.
Lust for Life: Sex Positive Therapy Group
Lust for Life: Sex Positive Therapy Group
A weekly inclusive group for all genders and sexual orientations exploring the psychosexual spectrum
Men’s Chat Group (In-Person)
Men’s Chat Group (In-Person)
Come join us and discuss a variety of topics from love, sex, current events and politics.
Men’s Chat Group (Virtual)
Men’s Chat Group (Virtual)
Come join us and discuss a variety of topics from love, sex, current events and politics.
Stand Up Comedy Workshop with Mina Hartong
Stand Up Comedy Workshop with Mina Hartong
Award winning comedian Mina Hartong is back by popular demand offering her stand up comedy and storytelling series for all you funny folxs out there!
Who Cares: Caregiver Support Group
Who Cares: Caregiver Support Group
Who Cares? is a peer-led support group for those who are caring for their loved ones.
Lgbtq+ Youth Visit Anza Borrego State Park
Lgbtq+ Youth Visit Anza Borrego State Park
About the Event We are partnering with Friends of The Desert Mountains to host a Lgbtq+ youth trip to visit Anza Borrego State Park! Transportation and lunch will be provided. […]
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