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  • The Creative Queers Group (18+)

    The Creative Queers Group (18+)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Nurture those queerative muscles and build community with The LGBTQ Center OC’s Creative Queer Craft Group. All mediums welcome! Supplies and inspiration provided, or bring your own project! Every Friday 6-7:30pm For more info and Location, Email: jess.ingram@lgbtqcenteroc.org For LGBTQIA+ Adults and Allies, 18+

  • LGBTQ Center OC Roller Rink Fundraiser: Spring Roll

    The Rinks in Irvine 3150 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, CA, United States

    The LGBTQ Center OC is thrilled to extend an invitation for you to participate in our upcoming Roller Rink Fundraiser: Spring Roll! We invite Orange County LGBTQIA+ youth, young adults, families, and allies to join us at this safe, family-friendly, inclusive community event where you can skate the night away! Half of the raised proceeds will go towards the LGBTQ Center OC's Youth/Young Adult Program to support its upcoming youth-led event: LGBTQ+ Youth Convening 2026! We encourage you to wear any floral patterns, flower crowns, or anything you feels embodies the springtime! Date: March, 27th, 2026 Time: 6:00-9:00 PM Location: The Rinks Irvine Inline Address: 3150 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, 92606 * Free parking is available in the main and surrounding lots To participate in this event, you must purchase tickets and sign The Rinks Irvine Inline Safety Waiver either with the links below or at the door. We hope to see you there! Please share [...]

  • Trans Day of Visibility Enchanted Dance Party

    Get ready to dance the night away at our Enchanted Dance Party hosted by The LGBTQ Center OC's Trans Committee! Let's come together to celebrate Trans Day of Visibility! Find new treasures and support TGI+ owned businesses at the magical market. Show off your best moves or just sway to the rhythm with friends. Enjoy food and drinks provided by SAC PRIDE. Dress to impress with your most enchanting attire for the chance to win a prize (stay tuned to our Instagram for a sneak peek). Or keep it casual and comfortable, you'll still get a chance to compete in other games throughout the night! Register today at https://bit.ly/TDOV_26 Want to contribute? Have Questions? Reach out to Riley Williams riley.williams@lgbtqcenteroc.org.

  • HIKING GROUP

    LET'S GO HIKING! Come and explore and connect. Enjoy nature, exercise and mindfulness. This group is led by the LGBTQ Center OC's mental health counselors. #Location changes so contact organizers for details

  • Genderflood (Ages 18-26)

    Genderflood (Ages 18-26)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Gender Flood is a social drop-in group for transgender, genderqueer, non-binary, gender non-conforming, and gender-questioning young adults ages 18-26. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive environment in which one's gender may be freely expressed and respected. Get involved, meet others, and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events! Important Note: This is a closed space facilitated by and for transgender adults (or any identities that fall under the umbrella.) We kindly ask to respect the space for *trans people only."

  • Prism (18-26)

    Prism (18-26)

    Prism welcomes all lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and/or allied young adults ages 18-26. The objective of this group is to provide young adults with a safe and welcoming space, where they can meet friends and participate in engaging weekly discussions, activities, and community events. We meet in-person at the LGBTQ Center OC.

  • VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)

    VIVID- Validating and Including Voices in Diversity (ages 14-24)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    VIVID: A youth leadership group that focuses on community engagement, empowerment, and advocacy. We invite LGBTQIA+ youth, students, and allies ages 14-24 who are passionate about creating positive change within their schools and communities. VIVID provides a supportive space for members to develop leadership skills, collaborate on community-focused projects, and advocate for LGBTQIA+ inclusion and representation. Through VIVID, participants engage in various activities, including organizing and hosting community events and group activities. The group focuses on mentorship, peer support, and education, offering its members the opportunity to build confidence and leadership. Meets in-person on Tuesdays from 5:00-6:30 pm at the LGBTQ Center OC. Zoom option is available for youth who want to participate virtually. Feel free to share this opportunity with others: bit.ly/vivid-youth   Questions? Please contact: Justin Bartolome justin.bartolome@lgbtqcenteroc.org

  • OUTlet – Elevate (ages 18-26)

    Virtual +1 more

    OUTlet is intended to create a safe space for youth to talk about mental health issues, create healthy relationships with others, and learn tools to understand, manage, and decrease symptoms of mental health. This group will teach youth how to build insight into their thoughts, emotions, and behaviors, and learn how to communicate their needs and wants in a healthy assertive manner. Lastly, with an emphasis on maladaptive coping skills including self-medicating with substances, isolating, or engaging in risky behaviors, youth will learn to develop coping skills needed to manage symptoms on a long-term basis. OUTlet meets on Tuesdays from 7:00 to 8:30 pm. We meet in person the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of the month and virtually the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays.

  • Thrive with Pride (ages 13-17)

    Thrive with Pride (ages 13-18)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Study With Pride is a tutoring group for LGBTQIA+ youth. Youth are invited to stop by for homework help and tutoring on topics, such as math, science, and writing. Everyone is welcomed to also hang out, socialize and take a break from school! We also offer a discord server for youth to hang out, post memes, and ask for help with school work, for more information contact the facilitator.

  • Quartz (ages 13-17)

    Quartz (ages 13-18)
    The Center OC 1605 N Spurgeon St, Santa Ana, CA, United States

    Quartz is a social drop-in group for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning and allied youth ages 13-17. Three adult mentors facilitate group activities and discussions to provide a safe and supportive environment, where youth can make lifelong connections with their peers and develop a positive sense of identity. On a monthly basis, we invite guest speakers from different community organizations to speak in order to increase the educational component of our program. Youth are able to learn about different topics, such as STI and HIV prevention, relationships and setting boundaries, consent, dating, sexual self-care, gender identity, coming out, advocacy, empowerment, student rights, bullying and harassment, drugs and alcohol, mental health and suicide prevention.