The Calendar

MONDAYS, WEDNESDAYS, FRIDAYS

TRANSACTION 1PM-3PM 

Trans Wellness Center. For more info: (323) 993-2900 or visit: www.mytranswellness.org. A social support group for transgender women at any stage of gender transition, many participants are in a marginal or transitional living situation. Facilitated by Friends Community Center. 

EVERY TUESDAY

BLUSH 2PM-4PM

Trans Wellness Center. For more info: (323) 993-2900 or visit: www.mytranswellness.org. A sex-positive youth program facilitated by staff from Children’s Hospital Los Angeles, focusing on HIV/STI prevention and education, harm reduction, and discussing best practices for personal wellness. 

SELF DEFENSE CLASS 7PM-9PM

Trans Wellness Center. For more info: (323) 993-2900 or visit: www.mytranswellness.org. All trans/queer self-defense class taught by a Trans Woman and former National Judo Champion, Ryka Aoki. FREE

EVERY WEDNESDAY

JEST IMPROV CLASSES 7PM-9PM

Community Resource Center, 2471 Portela Road, Suite 100, Ventura, CA. Looking for a fun and safe environment to play? Join Diversity Collective at Jest Improv for their introductory improv classes, every Wednesday.

EVERY FRIDAY

FREEDOM FRIDAYS 11AM-6PM

Trans Wellness Center. For more info: (323) 993-2900 or visit: www.mytranswellness.org. Drop-in clinic for name and gender marker change, also financial coaching and employment resources, as well as referrals for other legal issues. Presented by the TEEP Program of the Los Angeles LGBT Center’s Legal Department.

THROUGH SEPTEMBER 5

QUEER COMMUNION: RON ATHEY

ICA LA, 1717 E 7th St, Los Angeles. Info: www.theicala.org. The first major U.S. solo museum presentation of renowned Los Angeles-based performance artist Ron Athey.

MONDAY, JULY 12

CURRENT EVENTS DISCUSSION GROUP FOR LESBIANS 45 AND OVER 10AM-12PM

Uncle Bernie’s Delicatessen, 17615 Ventura Blvd, Encino. A friendly discussion group over politics and current events. Look for the table with happy Lesbians.

THURSDAY, JULY 15

QUEER WITCHERY

The Olde World Emporium, 23127 Lyons Ave, Newhall, CA. Tickets & Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-witchery-tickets-157887781605. Join a celebration of pride and craft, exploring history and lore in witchcraft while learning how to incorporate it into work.

SATURDAY, JULY 17

HOT DONNA’S CLUBHOUSE FUNDRAISER POP-UP 2PM-7PM

Pan Pacific Park, 7600 Beverly Blvd, Los Angeles. Tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hot-donnas-clubhouse-fundraiser-pop-up-tickets-159534968385?aff=ebdssbdestsearch. An all inclusive space for queer, non-binary, trans and lesbian individuals who want to have fun, explore and feel accepted in a safe space.

SUNDAY, JULY 18

THE RETURN OF HOT DOG 4PM-2AM

El Cid, 4212 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles. Mario Diaz & Aram K presents one of Queer LA’s most Down ‘n’ Dirty Delicious Dance Parties. Every Sunday at Hollywood’s Iconic El Cid.

MONDAY, JULY 19

QUEER PARTY: RYAN CASSATA, HELLO NOON, HANNAH ROOT

Downtown Los Angeles, 210 W 7th St, Los Angeles. Tickets & Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/queer-party-ryan-cassata-hello-noon-hannah-rooth-oasis-house-show-tickets-160077555277. LGBTQ artists host cozy Oasis House Show for an intimate night offacoustic music and community building.

SATURDAY, JULY 24

4TH ANNUAL LOUD AND QUEER—ONLINE

Tickets & Link: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2021-4th-annual-loud-and-queer-tickets-93963398053. 4th annual spoken word and music showcase event centering queer, trans and nonbinary artists. Hosts: Dan Lovato & Jerin Haynes.

THURSDAY, JULY 29

LGBT BAR ANNUAL CONFERENCE & CAREER FAIR

Loews Hollywood Hotel, 1755 Highland Ave, Los Angeles, CA. Runs through Saturday, July 31. Info: https://lgbtbar.org/annual/. A 3 day business conference organized by The National LGBT Bar Association focusing on the companies news, products and services of Education & Training industry.

SATURDAY, JULY 31

GLAMCOCKS PRESENTS: HERE WE GLOW AGAIN! 

Catch One, 4067 W Pico Blvd, Los Angeles. Tickets & Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/glamcocks-presents-here-we-glow-again-tickets-160623901413. Dance under the blacklight at the hottest gay-glow party you’ve ever seen!

FRIDAY, JULY 30 

CONNECT & UNWIND: LOVE WINS! LGBTQ+ WEEKEND COUPLES RETREAT

Renaissance Long Beach Hotel, 111 East Ocean Boulevard, Long Beach.  Runs through Sunday, August 2. RSVP & Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/connect-unwind-love-wins-lgbtq-weekend-couples-retreat-long-beach-tickets-105616714436. Soul2Soul welcomes you to this unique opportunity designed to create healthier relationships. A weekend-long couple retreat that combines LGBTQ+ specific coaching with a luxurious resort experience.

SUNDAY, AUGUST 1

GAYC/DC WITH NERD HALEN

The Echo, 1822 W Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles. Tickets & Info: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gaycdc-with-nerd-halen-tickets-98736412267. The world’s first and only all-gay tribute to the music of AC/DC.

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