OutFront Kalamazoo and Vote Run Lead are excited to announce a new workshop series! This two-part Political Action 101 workshop series is designed to give you the tools you need to engage in political action and advocacy. Your voice matters!

Part 1 will take place at Stara Collaborative on April 10th from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m., and Part 2 will take place on April 24th at the same time. Attendance at Part 1 is required to attend Part 2.

Registration for this workshop series is required. Register now at https://secure.everyaction.com/W4rJBVnAjEqZFbhY1Z4R2A2

Our MONTHLY EUCHRE TOURNAMENT is held on the fourth Thursday of each month from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at The Crafted Copper. This is an opportunity for anyone within the LGBTQIA+ community to socialize, connect, and have fun while sharing in a few rounds of this popular Midwestern card game.

Entry is $10 per person, with the proceeds going to support programs at OutFront Kalamazoo. Winners will receive free OutFront Kalamazoo merchandise.

Register for April’s event here: https://secure.everyaction.com/aCjyOINVhEaPZ_u21uwgHg2

***April’s event is the last tournament of the season. We hope to bring this program back this fall!"***

CONNECTIONS offers an opportunity for youth ages 12-18 to meet and share with other gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, pansexual, or allied youth. This is a safe environment where your individuality and suggestions are respected and you can discuss anything in confidence; a place for friendship, support, acceptance, education, and access to accurate information and potential resources.

Those who are age 18 must be enrolled in high school to be able to attend.

No sign-up necessary. Stop in and join us every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo!

Join us on April 26th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at Al Sabo Land Preserve for our first Trans Hiking Club! Registration is preferred but not required; please register at https://secure.everyaction.com/gIKtG_vH7EepMxxEt6DdLw2

TRANS HIKING CLUB is a social hiking group for transgender, non-binary, and gender-expansive individuals ages 18 and up to experience nature, connect with others, and support their physical health one step at a time. This group meets on the fourth Saturday of each month from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. as weather permits. Locations vary.

YOUTH TTRPG is a tabletop role-playing game group for ages 12-18. They play a variety of TTRPGs (tabletop role-playing games) in one to two session games. Dice and any other tools are provided, though you are welcome to bring your own!

This group meets in-person at the OutFront Kalamazoo office from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month, and virtually via Discord from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month.

Youth TTRPG Emergency Contact / Discord Request Form

BLACK QUEER & TRANS ALLIANCE (BQTA) is a group for individuals ages 18+ who identify within the Black transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming community.

Meetings are held on the fourth Saturday of each month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/838643154611897

PRIDE RECOVERY is open to all ages of those affected by substance abuse. Our intent is to offer LGBTQIA+ people a weekly twelve-step recovery meeting geared to all.

Meetings take place every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to noon at OutFront Kalamazoo.

TRANSCEND is an adult trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming support group. This group is peer-support-based and open-topic.

Meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., as well as the fourth Sunday of the month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

To sign up, please check out our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ofktranscend/

Provided in partnership with Integrated Services of Kalamazoo, our Community Health Workers are at OutFront Kalamazoo every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. to assist with things such as food insecurity, applying for health insurance, getting a government phone, finding clothing, and more.

They provide information and referrals to local organizations and can assist you in getting connected with things such as:

• Health Insurance

• Employment Support

• Housing Support

• Child & Family Needs

• Mental Health Resources

• Applying for Benefits

• Clothing

• Food

• General Advocacy

• Health Care

• Health/Wellness

• And Much More!

Support OutFront Kalamazoo with a purchase at Red Robin! Support OutFront Kalamazoo with a purchase at Red Robin! On April 30th during the restaurant’s open hours (11:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.), give OutFront Kalamazoo 20% of your total purchase by showing our fundraiser flyer to your server or following the directions on the flyer to place on online order.

All proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to Kalamazoo Youth Pride, Kalamazoo's first-ever Pride festival curated by and for LGBTQIA+ youth (event details coming soon!).

⭐ Prefer to make a direct donation? Visit https://www.outfrontkzoo.org/donate to give directly to OutFront Kalamazoo!

Our Mental Health Navigator is ready to help you navigate the healthcare system and overcome barriers to accessing mental health services. Our Mental Health Navigator is prepared to:

• Provide a listening ear

• Identify needs

• Brainstorm short- and long-term goals

• Offer connections to services and resources

These services are offered on a walk-in basis at OutFront Kalamazoo every Thursday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

CONNECTIONS offers an opportunity for youth ages 12-18 to meet and share with other gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, pansexual, or allied youth. This is a safe environment where your individuality and suggestions are respected and you can discuss anything in confidence; a place for friendship, support, acceptance, education, and access to accurate information and potential resources.

Those who are age 18 must be enrolled in high school to be able to attend.

No sign-up necessary. Stop in and join us every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo!

Join us on May 1st from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Condado Tacos for First Thursdays!

FIRST THURSDAYS is a monthly social program working to connect folks in the LGBTQIA+ community and support local LGBTQIA+-friendly businesses. Join us from 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on the first Thursday of each month. Locations vary and will be posted in advance.

Meet our May Artist of the Month, illustrator and caricature artist Dean Rosen (he/they)! Join us at OutFront Kalamazoo from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. on Friday, May 2nd, to meet Dean and watch him create live caricatures throughout the event. Then venture into downtown Kalamazoo to enjoy the rest of Art Hop!

About the Artist
Dean is a local Kalamazoo digital and traditional artist that specializes in character design and animal portraits. He loves bringing ideas to life and working with fantasy, semi-realism, and logo design. Find Dean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/doodle_caloo/

Afton from Big Brothers Big Sisters will be joining May’s Proud Families Caregivers Group to share information about Big Pride, a program that pairs LGBTQIA+ youth (called “Littles”) with affirming adult mentors (called “Bigs”)! Join us to learn more about becoming a “Big” to a local LGBTQIA+ young person, or to get your child involved as a “Little”!

This event will take place on May 3rd from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the OutFront Kalamazoo office.

To learn more about Big Pride, visit: https://thinkbigtoday.org/big-pride-faq/

PROUD FAMILIES is an affinity group for LGBTQIA+ families, including any and all families with LGBTQIA+ youth ages 0-12 and/or LGBTQIA+ caregivers.

Proud Families Caregiver Group: Offers a supportive and educational space centered around the concept of “rainbow parenting.” Meets on the 1st Saturday of each month from 10:00 to noon at the OutFront Kalamazoo office. (Youth are welcome to attend, but are not the focus of these sessions.)

Proud Families Playdate: Offers an affirming and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ families with youth ages 0-12 to get together for some fun! Meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon at varying locations.

LGBTQIA+ & ALLIES BIKE RIDE is a weekly ride that runs on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to noon, April through September. Rollout is promptly at 10:00 a.m. Participants should arrive 15-20 minutes early for introductions, preparations, and safety talk. This will be a no-drop ride, with the slowest rider setting our pace.

All abilities are welcome! Helmets are required, headlights and taillights are encouraged. The ride will rotate 4 locations.

This program is a partnership between the Kalamazoo Bicycle Club and OutFront Kalamazoo.

PRIDE RECOVERY is open to all ages of those affected by substance abuse. Our intent is to offer LGBTQIA+ people a weekly twelve-step recovery meeting geared to all.

Meetings take place every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to noon at OutFront Kalamazoo.

TRANSLATION is a support group for cis partners (18+) of transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals. As a group, Translation strives to provide a safe and supporting environment for partners of transgender and nonbinary people. Translation provides support, mentoring, resources, education, advocacy, and group social interaction.

Meetings take place the third Sunday of the month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

Join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/555487826425691/

Provided in partnership with Integrated Services of Kalamazoo, our Community Health Workers are at OutFront Kalamazoo every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. to assist with things such as food insecurity, applying for health insurance, getting a government phone, finding clothing, and more.

They provide information and referrals to local organizations and can assist you in getting connected with things such as:

• Health Insurance

• Employment Support

• Housing Support

• Child & Family Needs

• Mental Health Resources

• Applying for Benefits

• Clothing

• Food

• General Advocacy

• Health Care

• Health/Wellness

• And Much More!

AROACE SPECTRUM COMMUNITY (AASC) is a group for individuals ages 18+ who fall within the asexual and aromantic spectrum, along with those who are questioning.

Meetings are held on the first and third Monday of each month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

Our revised LGBTQIA+ Grief Circle is a grief group for members of the LGBTQIA+ community ages 18+ impacted by all forms of loss including estrangement, ended relationships, and death. This group meets on the first Tuesday of each month from 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

Registration is required. Please reserve your spot here: https://form.jotform.com/241213590787056?fbclid=IwY2xjawGYjtVleHRuA2FlbQIxMAABHRorWdWiz6koiApnFBFF3HuJiZ9Qunv-AqAw4riTYPhMKJ0Y4bNXw86k1g_aem_C4jE3uqwKbt_7Vz6c0zJhw

Our Mental Health Navigator is ready to help you navigate the healthcare system and overcome barriers to accessing mental health services. Our Mental Health Navigator is prepared to:

• Provide a listening ear

• Identify needs

• Brainstorm short- and long-term goals

• Offer connections to services and resources

These services are offered on a walk-in basis at OutFront Kalamazoo every Thursday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

Support OutFront Kalamazoo with a purchase at QDoba! On May 8th from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m., give OutFront Kalamazoo 25% of your total purchase by showing our fundraiser flyer to the cashier or using code QDOBAGIVES for online orders. (Make sure you’re at the right location - this partnership is with the QDoba on Westnedge!)

All proceeds from this fundraiser will go directly to Kalamazoo Youth Pride, Kalamazoo's first-ever Pride festival curated by and for LGBTQIA+ youth. Prefer to make a direct donation? Visit [link] to become a Youth Pride sponsor!

CONNECTIONS offers an opportunity for youth ages 12-18 to meet and share with other gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, pansexual, or allied youth. This is a safe environment where your individuality and suggestions are respected and you can discuss anything in confidence; a place for friendship, support, acceptance, education, and access to accurate information and potential resources.

Those who are age 18 must be enrolled in high school to be able to attend.

No sign-up necessary. Stop in and join us every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo!

YOUTH TTRPG is a tabletop role-playing game group for ages 12-18. They play a variety of TTRPGs (tabletop role-playing games) in one to two session games. Dice and any other tools are provided, though you are welcome to bring your own!

This group meets in-person at OutFront Kalamazoo from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month, and virtually via Discord from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month.

Youth TTRPG Emergency Contact / Discord Request Form

LGBTQIA+ & ALLIES BIKE RIDE is a weekly ride that runs on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to noon, April through September. Rollout is promptly at 10:00 a.m. Participants should arrive 15-20 minutes early for introductions, preparations, and safety talk. This will be a no-drop ride, with the slowest rider setting our pace.

All abilities are welcome! Helmets are required, headlights and taillights are encouraged. The ride will rotate 4 locations.

This program is a partnership between the Kalamazoo Bicycle Club and OutFront Kalamazoo.

PRIDE RECOVERY is open to all ages of those affected by substance abuse. Our intent is to offer LGBTQIA+ people a weekly twelve-step recovery meeting geared to all.

Meetings take place every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to noon at OutFront Kalamazoo.

TTRPG: DUNGEONGS & DRAGONS, 5TH ED. is an 18+ tabletop role-playing game (TTRPG) group. Our current TTRPG is Dungeons & Dragons, 5th ed. No need to bring anything but yourself! Dice and all other tools will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own if you prefer.

Meet us OutFront Kalamazoo on the second Sunday of each month from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m.

Provided in partnership with Integrated Services of Kalamazoo, our Community Health Workers are at OutFront Kalamazoo every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. to assist with things such as food insecurity, applying for health insurance, getting a government phone, finding clothing, and more.

They provide information and referrals to local organizations and can assist you in getting connected with things such as:

• Health Insurance

• Employment Support

• Housing Support

• Child & Family Needs

• Mental Health Resources

• Applying for Benefits

• Clothing

• Food

• General Advocacy

• Health Care

• Health/Wellness

• And Much More!

Organized by Equality Michigan and the Michigan LGBTQ+ Commission, everyone is invited to Lansing on May 14th from 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. for a day of unity, advocacy, and meeting with our elected officials to advance and promote LGBTQ+ equality.

OutFront Kalamazoo will be closed this day so our staff can attend this event. Will you join us?

Register now: https://www.mobilize.us/equalitymi/event/753201/

TRANSCEND is an adult trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming support group. This group is peer-support-based and open-topic.

Meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., as well as the fourth Sunday of the month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

To sign up, please check out our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ofktranscend/

Our Mental Health Navigator is ready to help you navigate the healthcare system and overcome barriers to accessing mental health services. Our Mental Health Navigator is prepared to:

• Provide a listening ear

• Identify needs

• Brainstorm short- and long-term goals

• Offer connections to services and resources

These services are offered on a walk-in basis at OutFront Kalamazoo every Thursday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

CONNECTIONS offers an opportunity for youth ages 12-18 to meet and share with other gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, pansexual, or allied youth. This is a safe environment where your individuality and suggestions are respected and you can discuss anything in confidence; a place for friendship, support, acceptance, education, and access to accurate information and potential resources.

Those who are age 18 must be enrolled in high school to be able to attend.

No sign-up necessary. Stop in and join us every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo!

PROUD FAMILIES is an affinity group for LGBTQIA+ families, including any and all families with LGBTQIA+ youth ages 0-12 and/or LGBTQIA+ caregivers.

Proud Families Caregiver Group: Offers a supportive and educational space centered around the concept of “rainbow parenting.” Meets on the 1st Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon at OutFront Kalamazoo. (Youth are welcome to attend, but are not the focus of these sessions.)

Proud Families Playdate: Offers an affirming and inclusive space for LGBTQIA+ families with youth ages 0-12 to get together for some fun! Meets on the 3rd Saturday of each month from 10:00 a.m. to noon at OutFront Kalamazoo, unless otherwise specified.

LGBTQIA+ & ALLIES BIKE RIDE is a weekly ride that runs on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to noon, April through September. Rollout is promptly at 10:00 a.m. Participants should arrive 15-20 minutes early for introductions, preparations, and safety talk. This will be a no-drop ride, with the slowest rider setting our pace.

All abilities are welcome! Helmets are required, headlights and taillights are encouraged. The ride will rotate 4 locations.

This program is a partnership between the Kalamazoo Bicycle Club and OutFront Kalamazoo.

PRIDE RECOVERY is open to all ages of those affected by substance abuse. Our intent is to offer LGBTQIA+ people a weekly twelve-step recovery meeting geared to all.

Meetings take place every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to noon at OutFront Kalamazoo.

Join OutFront Kalamazoo and the Bisexual Resource Center for a free pancake brunch to celebrate Pansexual and Panromantic Awareness and Visibility Day! All people who identify as pansexual and/or panromantic are invited with their friends and families - or folks who just want to celebrate the pan people in our community with us! All ages are welcome.

This event will take place at on May 18th from 1:00 to 2:30 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

TRANSLATION is a support group for cis partners (18+) of transgender, nonbinary, and gender-expansive individuals. As a group, Translation strives to provide a safe and supporting environment for partners of transgender and nonbinary people. Translation provides support, mentoring, resources, education, advocacy, and group social interaction.

Meetings take place the third Sunday of the month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

Join our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/555487826425691/

Provided in partnership with Integrated Services of Kalamazoo, our Community Health Workers are at OutFront Kalamazoo every Monday from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. to assist with things such as food insecurity, applying for health insurance, getting a government phone, finding clothing, and more.

They provide information and referrals to local organizations and can assist you in getting connected with things such as:

• Health Insurance

• Employment Support

• Housing Support

• Child & Family Needs

• Mental Health Resources

• Applying for Benefits

• Clothing

• Food

• General Advocacy

• Health Care

• Health/Wellness

• And Much More!

AROACE SPECTRUM COMMUNITY (AASC) is a group for individuals ages 18+ who fall within the asexual and aromantic spectrum, along with those who are questioning.

Meetings are held on the first and third Monday of each month from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

In partnership with Cares Sexual Wellness Services, OutFront Kalamazoo hosts free HIV/STI testing on the third Tuesday of each month from 2:00 to 5:00 p.m. No insurance or appointment is necessary.

Our Mental Health Navigator is ready to help you navigate the healthcare system and overcome barriers to accessing mental health services. Our Mental Health Navigator is prepared to:

• Provide a listening ear

• Identify needs

• Brainstorm short- and long-term goals

• Offer connections to services and resources

These services are offered on a walk-in basis at OutFront Kalamazoo every Thursday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

CONNECTIONS offers an opportunity for youth ages 12-18 to meet and share with other gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, pansexual, or allied youth. This is a safe environment where your individuality and suggestions are respected and you can discuss anything in confidence; a place for friendship, support, acceptance, education, and access to accurate information and potential resources.

Those who are age 18 must be enrolled in high school to be able to attend.

No sign-up necessary. Stop in and join us every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo!

Bring your dogs (big and small!) for an afternoon of fun! There will be racing, a biscuit-eating contest, a “best trick” contest, and a photo booth to take a picture with your pup. We will be grilling up hot dogs (meat and vegetarian) while our furry friend sniff, bark, and play. There will be pools placed around the park, so please bring towels. And don’t worry, there will be games for humans too - complete with door prizes!

This event will take place at on May 24th from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Fairmount Dog Park.

YOUTH TTRPG is a tabletop role-playing game group for ages 12-18. They play a variety of TTRPGs (tabletop role-playing games) in one to two session games. Dice and any other tools are provided, though you are welcome to bring your own!

This group meets in-person at the OutFront Kalamazoo office from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the second Saturday of each month, and virtually via Discord from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m. on the fourth Saturday of each month.

Youth TTRPG Emergency Contact / Discord Request Form

BLACK QUEER & TRANS ALLIANCE (BQTA) is a group for individuals ages 18+ who identify within the Black transgender, non-binary, and gender-nonconforming community.

Meetings are held on the fourth Saturday of each month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo.

Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/838643154611897

LGBTQIA+ & ALLIES BIKE RIDE is a weekly ride that runs on Sundays from 10:00 a.m. to noon, April through September. Rollout is promptly at 10:00 a.m. Participants should arrive 15-20 minutes early for introductions, preparations, and safety talk. This will be a no-drop ride, with the slowest rider setting our pace.

All abilities are welcome! Helmets are required, headlights and taillights are encouraged. The ride will rotate 4 locations.

This program is a partnership between the Kalamazoo Bicycle Club and OutFront Kalamazoo.

PRIDE RECOVERY is open to all ages of those affected by substance abuse. Our intent is to offer LGBTQIA+ people a weekly twelve-step recovery meeting geared to all.

Meetings take place every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to noon at OutFront Kalamazoo.

TRANSCEND is an adult trans, non-binary, and gender non-conforming support group. This group is peer-support-based and open-topic.

Meetings are on the second Wednesday of the month from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., as well as the fourth Sunday of the month from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.

To sign up, please check out our Facebook group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/ofktranscend/

Our Drop-In Center will be closed on Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. We will resume our regular hours on Tuesday, May 27th.

Our Mental Health Navigator is ready to help you navigate the healthcare system and overcome barriers to accessing mental health services. Our Mental Health Navigator is prepared to:

• Provide a listening ear

• Identify needs

• Brainstorm short- and long-term goals

• Offer connections to services and resources

These services are offered on a walk-in basis at OutFront Kalamazoo every Thursday from 1:00 to 5:00 p.m.

CONNECTIONS offers an opportunity for youth ages 12-18 to meet and share with other gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, asexual, pansexual, or allied youth. This is a safe environment where your individuality and suggestions are respected and you can discuss anything in confidence; a place for friendship, support, acceptance, education, and access to accurate information and potential resources.

Those who are age 18 must be enrolled in high school to be able to attend.

No sign-up necessary. Stop in and join us every Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at OutFront Kalamazoo!