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Our Programs

The Community Center offers a variety of programs, and does so in a variety of formats — in person, hybrid and virtual.
Many are offered at the Community Center. Others are offered at locations throughout the Mid-Hudson Valley. In addition to our programs, we host a variety of special events and gatherings.

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Well-Being Services

The Community Center's Well-Being Services are dedicated to providing comprehensive, holistic wellness programming that affirms and uplifts all members of the LGBTQ+ community

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Individual and Family Counseling

Our counselors offer LGBTQ+-affirming counseling for individuals and family members ages 13 and up. We meet and support you wherever you are along your healing journey.

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Acupuncture Clinic Tuesdays

12:30 PM 2:30 PM
The Community Acupuncture Clinic is provided by Dr. Lyndsay von Miller, DCAM, LAc. (Doctor of Acupuncture and Chinese Medicine, Licensed Acupuncturist, Board Certified Herbalist).

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STD, HIV and HEPATITIS-C Testing

Through a partnership with Cornerstone Family Healthcare, individuals can access free STD, HIV and Hepatitis-C testing at the Community Center. Testing is offered on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 2:00 to 6:00pm.

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Gen Q Youth Drop-In

Join us for GenQ, a drop-in program for youth ages 13 to 18 who identify as LGBTQ+ or are exploring their gender identity and/or sexual orientation.
Facilitated by Jester Garcia.

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Queer Kinship

A supportive community for parents, caregivers, and grandparents of LGBTQ+ children, plus activities for LGBTQ+ youth and siblings.
Join monthly gatherings featuring confidential support groups, one-on-one guidance, community resources, and supervised youth activities.
Every family deserves understanding, acceptance, and the tools to thrive together.

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Trans-Formations

Trans-Formations is our support and discussion group for individuals 18+ considering or at any stage in their gender transition.
We meet on Mondays from 6 - 7:30 pm in person at the Community Center or over Zoom.
For questions and to receive the Zoom link, email phoenix@lgbtqcenter.org.

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The Rainbow Lounge

A relaxed meetup for LGBTQ+ adults 50+ to connect with community peers. In partnership with SAGE, this "hip adulting group" explores topics like aging with grace, mentorship, relationships, and the unique joys and challenges of growing older as LGBTQ+ individuals. Come share your wisdom and experience!

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Mankind - the Men's Group

A supportive discussion group for men 18+ to explore masculinity, relationships, spirituality, and personal growth in a thoughtful, uplifting environment. Non-binary and trans men welcome. Share insights on topics ranging from identity and relationships to self-care and life experiences with like-minded peers.

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Upcoming Events

Music & Memoir Writing Workshop

Wednesdays in May | May 6, 13, 20 & 27 | 6:00–7:30 PM

A four-week generative writing series for LGBTQ+ writers, led by Starina Catchatoorian. Using music as a portal for memory and meaning, we explore the stories only you can tell. Writers of all levels welcome.

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Crosswalk Painting

Saturday, May 9 | 8-10 AM

It’s time once again to make our mark on Uptown Kingston by refreshing our rainbow crosswalk! Come join us for a fun and colorful morning as we paint a vibrant rainbow crosswalk that celebrates our community, just in time for Pride season.

Enjoy complimentary coffee and light refreshments while you connect with staff and other volunteers to see how you can get more involved at the Community Center.

Sponsored by our friends at Radio Kingston. Our radio show Out in the Valley will be broadcast live from the Community Center

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Saturday, May 9 | 2PM-4 PM

Come hear the candidates speak. Ask your questions. Presently committed: Erika Bernabei, Suzanne Jordan, and Louisa Solomon. All declared candidates invited — list in formation.

TOWN HALL: Kingston City School District Candidate Forum

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Coffee & Colleagues

Wednesday, May 20 | 8:30–10:00 AM

An informal morning gathering for LGBTQ+ mental health providers to connect, share, and think together about how to better serve our community and ourselves.

Hosted by Jonathan Hornig, LCSW, Director of Well-Being Services, and our MSW Interns. A light breakfast and coffee will be served.

RSVP by emailing jonathan@lgbtqcenter.org

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Seasons of Change: Eight-Week Mental Health Support Group

Wednesdays, May 20–July 8 | 6:00–7:30 PM

Change is hard. You don't have to move through it alone.

This summer's focus is Root & Rise. An 8-week mindfulness-based journey for our LGBTQ+ community, exploring finding your footing and rising into who you're becoming.

You deserve to be here.

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Pride in the Sky

Sunday, May 30 | 3–10 PM

Big Gay Hudson Valley in partnership with the Friends of the Walkway nonprofit organization and New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation will host Pride In The Sky 2026, a Pride celebration on the Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park.

The all-ages, pet-friendly event will kickoff Pride season in the Hudson Valley with a nighttime event that will cover the breathtaking Walkway Over the Hudson in rainbows in more ways than one.

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