Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org. 

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

RAC's First Friday Pop-Up Market Series is back again! Swing by while you're out on a beautiful spring art walk by @portlandartwalk. Make sure to also check out @safecombinationsme new trans art gallery!

We'll have 8-10 local queer artists with tables to peruse so stop by Friday, 5-8pm!

For more information, find us on Instagram!

Sponsored by: Prevention. Action. Change.

Join Prevention. Action. Change. for their Self-Defense Class on the first Sunday of every month!

These fun and information packed sessions are open to LGBTQ+ community members and allies. Come gain effective and accessible verbal and physical tools to prevent and respond to microaggressions, harassment, assault, and abuse. Share tools for managing adenaline in stressful moments and strategies for setting boundaries, de-escalating situations, and responding physically when needed. While addressing serious topics and situations, this class is engaging and built around the ethic of challenge by choice. There are many ways to participate and you decide what works for you: watch an exercise, participate in a role play, practice a grab release with or without touch. All physical techniques are accessible and adaptable.

What to wear/bring: Please come as you are. We will have water and masks available at the Center. For everyone’s safety, we will all be masked throughout the sessions. No preregistration necessary.

For more information, please visit the PAC website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsor: Prevention. Action. Change.
Collaborating organizations: Greater Portland SURJ & the Portland Dharma House

Deep canvassing has been shown to lastingly reduce prejudice, inoculate people against right-wing fear-messaging, and change hearts and minds.

Want to learn the powerful art of deep canvassing through in-person training and doorknocking? Want to share meals and stories with other Mainers who believe in making Maine a place of belonging for all?

Jake Fahey and Gwendolyn Forrest invite you to a weekend of Deep Canvassing Training and Action On Race and Immigration May 10 & 11!

Friday 5/10: 6-8pm - Training and dinner

Saturday 5/11: 12-6pm - Lunch, training, doorknocking, debriefing and dinner

RSVP HERE! and reach out to jake@communitychangeinc.org with any questions!

Sponsor: Prevention. Action. Change.
Collaborating organizations: Greater Portland SURJ & the Portland Dharma House

Deep canvassing has been shown to lastingly reduce prejudice, inoculate people against right-wing fear-messaging, and change hearts and minds.

Want to learn the powerful art of deep canvassing through in-person training and doorknocking? Want to share meals and stories with other Mainers who believe in making Maine a place of belonging for all?

Jake Fahey and Gwendolyn Forrest invite you to a weekend of Deep Canvassing Training and Action On Race and Immigration May 10 & 11!

Friday 5/10: 6-8pm - Training and dinner

Saturday 5/11: 12-6pm - Lunch, training, doorknocking, debriefing and dinner

RSVP HERE! and reach out to jake@communitychangeinc.org with any questions!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every second and fourth Monday of the month for their Trans Support Group!

This meeting is for peer to peer support, community driven conversations, and resource sharing. These groups are trans-only space, please only attend if you identify under the trans umbrella (any identity besides cisgrender).

For more information about all of the groups offered by MaineTransNet (both online and in-person), please check their website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: EqualityMaine

Join us for our monthly community meal for older LGBTQ+ adults! These meals will be catered by a different restaurant thanks to the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. This event is free, but if you would like to donate $8 to cover the cost of the meal, your donation is always appreciated.

If this is your first NOA Lunch/Dinner this year, please fill out this registration form. This is NOT an RSVP form or menu ordering form. All of the information provided on this registration helps Southern Maine Agency on Aging continue to provide meals like these. 

Email izzy@equalitymaine.org with any questions.

In preparation for Pride, we're hosting a Get It Done Fridays Spring Clean Up on Friday, May 17 from 9am-3pm.

We need folks who enjoy lifting and moving things and don't mind breaking a sweat. We'll be cleaning up our lower level after our recent demo work, sprucing up the outside of the building after a long winter, and re-painting our Pride crosswalk.

If you are able to help for a few hours on Friday, May 17, sign up using the link below. Snacks and lunch provided!

Click HERE to sign up!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Queercovery presents: Let's Break This Bread!

A monthly sober potluck series
Bring a dish, bring a friend, bring both, bring neither!
Time and location of future potlucks will be announced on a monthly basis

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every third Sunday of the month for their 35+ Trans Support Group!

This meeting is designed for trans people (including non-binary and gender non-conforming identities) 35 years and older. Topics are varied, but special attention is given to aging while trans, transitioning later in life, and issues involving significant others, children, and grand children.

For cancellations, check the MaineTransNet Facebook Page.

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Discover new worlds through tabletop role playing games on the third Sunday of each month! Multiple tables each month allow for novices and long-time players alike to find an adventure to suit their tastes, join us for an evening of excitement and revelry with friends! All ages, abilities, identities, and interest levels most welcome!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

ENGLISH

Join Maine Immigrants’ Rights Coalition, Queerly ME, the Equality Community Center, and EqualityMaine at our first immigrant social gathering, bringing together first, second, and third generation LGBTQIA+ immigrants in Maine.

This gathering will be held at the Equality Community Center at 15 Casco Street in Portland, Maine. In partnership, we endeavor to create a space that is safe and welcoming to LGBTQIA+ immigrants in Maine and encourage community feedback as this space continues to develop.

Need an interpreter? Please email lschopp@maineimmigrantrights.org to make a request; please state that you will be attending the immigrant social at the ECC, and communicate which language you will need interpretation in.

Need to carpool? Please email kwarnock@queerlyme.org to make a request, and we will try our best to connect you with another attendee in your area; please state your town in the request.

Light refreshments will be provided as well as community resources. We hope to see you there! This is an in-person only event.

For more info and translations in Spanish, French, Somali, Portuguese and Arabic:
Click HERE

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Hosted by: Jake Krueger, Humanist Chaplain; Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

The Heart Circle is a community practice rooted in mindfulness and radical empathy. Come spend a few hours sharing what’s on your heart and getting to know other members of the Portland queer community in new and different ways!

For more information, contact Chaplain Jake Krueger via email (theheartfarmer@gmail.com) or reach out via Instagram

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every second and fourth Monday of the month for their Trans Support Group!

This meeting is for peer to peer support, community driven conversations, and resource sharing. These groups are trans-only space, please only attend if you identify under the trans umbrella (any identity besides cisgrender).

For more information about all of the groups offered by MaineTransNet (both online and in-person), please check their website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: Prevention. Action. Change.

Join Prevention. Action. Change. for their Self-Defense Class on the first Sunday of every month!

These fun and information packed sessions are open to LGBTQ+ community members and allies. Come gain effective and accessible verbal and physical tools to prevent and respond to microaggressions, harassment, assault, and abuse. Share tools for managing adenaline in stressful moments and strategies for setting boundaries, de-escalating situations, and responding physically when needed. While addressing serious topics and situations, this class is engaging and built around the ethic of challenge by choice. There are many ways to participate and you decide what works for you: watch an exercise, participate in a role play, practice a grab release with or without touch. All physical techniques are accessible and adaptable.

What to wear/bring: Please come as you are. We will have water and masks available at the Center. For everyone’s safety, we will all be masked throughout the sessions. No preregistration necessary.

For more information, please visit the PAC website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

Soft Materials Monday is a fiber arts get-together!
Do you knit, crochet, weave or embroider? Are you interested in learning? Join our skill-share event on June 3rd, 3pm-5:30pm. Bring a work in progress or start something new. There will be free yarn and fabric available to take home. The ECC also has knitting needles, crochet hooks, looms, and embroidery materials available for use. We welcome people of all ages and skill levels!

For more information, find us on Instagram!

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org. 

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

RAC's First Friday Pop-Up Market Series is back again! Swing by while you're out on a beautiful spring art walk by @portlandartwalk. Make sure to also check out @safecombinationsme new trans art gallery!

We'll have 8-10 local queer artists with tables to peruse so stop by Friday, 5-8pm!

For more information, find us on Instagram!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every second and fourth Monday of the month for their Trans Support Group!

This meeting is for peer to peer support, community driven conversations, and resource sharing. These groups are trans-only space, please only attend if you identify under the trans umbrella (any identity besides cisgrender).

For more information about all of the groups offered by MaineTransNet (both online and in-person), please check their website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

The Equality Community Center is thrilled to partner with the State Theatre and Coast 93.1 to continue the long standing tradition of the Saturday night dance party benefit during #PridePortland weekend.

The Big GAY Dance Party is back and promises to be bigger and gayer than ever as we turn the State Theatre into the biggest dance floor in the city!! With the ever increasing attacks against our community, this year’s Pride celebration will be a chance to be with the community and re-charge for the work that lays ahead. 

Have no doubt this will be the Pride party of the year with the two amazing DJs, sexy go-go dancers, some fierce dance performances, VIP lounge, and announcing our VERY special guest…….can we get a drumroll please…...Plane Jane, star of the current season of RuPaul’s Drag Race!

And to make the night and Pride weekend even more meaningful, every dollar raised through ticket sales and sponsorships will directly support the ECC’s capital campaign to break ground on our new affordable housing complex for LGBTQ+ older adults and their allies, to be located right next to the Center in downtown Portland!

Date: Saturday, June 15, 2024
Time: 7pm-12am
Location: The State Theatre, Portland

Starring: Plane Jane, star of Season 16 of RuPaul’s Drag Race

Featuring: Maine’s own DJ Jodi and internationally renowned DJ Robbie Leslie of Sirius XM and Studio and performances by THEM Burlesque and Hustle and Flow 

Ages 18+
ASL Interpreted

Tickets - Click HERE to purchase now!

• Early bird (before June 1): $20 

• Advanced (June 1 - June 14): $25

• Day of: $30

• VIP Experience: $50 (includes Meet and Greet with Plane Jane and access to private bar in VIP Lounge; limited # available)

• Don’t want to pay online fees? No worries, stop by the State Theatre box office on Fridays (10am-5pm) to get your tickets.

• A limited # of pay-what-you-can and free tickets available upon request.

• No refunds.

For more information about the event, including sponsorship opportunities: email events@eccmaine.org.

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every third Sunday of the month for their 35+ Trans Support Group!

This meeting is designed for trans people (including non-binary and gender non-conforming identities) 35 years and older. Topics are varied, but special attention is given to aging while trans, transitioning later in life, and issues involving significant others, children, and grand children.

For cancellations, check the MaineTransNet Facebook Page.

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Discover new worlds through tabletop role playing games on the third Sunday of each month! Multiple tables each month allow for novices and long-time players alike to find an adventure to suit their tastes, join us for an evening of excitement and revelry with friends! All ages, abilities, identities, and interest levels most welcome!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: EqualityMaine

Join us for our monthly community meal for older LGBTQ+ adults! These meals will be catered by a different restaurant thanks to the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. This event is free, but if you would like to donate $8 to cover the cost of the meal, your donation is always appreciated.

If this is your first NOA Lunch/Dinner this year, please fill out this registration form. This is NOT an RSVP form or menu ordering form. All of the information provided on this registration helps Southern Maine Agency on Aging continue to provide meals like these. 

Email izzy@equalitymaine.org with any questions.

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every second and fourth Monday of the month for their Trans Support Group!

This meeting is for peer to peer support, community driven conversations, and resource sharing. These groups are trans-only space, please only attend if you identify under the trans umbrella (any identity besides cisgrender).

For more information about all of the groups offered by MaineTransNet (both online and in-person), please check their website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org. 

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

RAC's First Friday Pop-Up Market Series is back again! Swing by while you're out on a beautiful spring art walk by @portlandartwalk. Make sure to also check out @safecombinationsme new trans art gallery!

We'll have 8-10 local queer artists with tables to peruse so stop by Friday, 5-8pm!

For more information, find us on Instagram!

Sponsored by: Prevention. Action. Change.

Join Prevention. Action. Change. for their Self-Defense Class on the first Sunday of every month!

These fun and information packed sessions are open to LGBTQ+ community members and allies. Come gain effective and accessible verbal and physical tools to prevent and respond to microaggressions, harassment, assault, and abuse. Share tools for managing adenaline in stressful moments and strategies for setting boundaries, de-escalating situations, and responding physically when needed. While addressing serious topics and situations, this class is engaging and built around the ethic of challenge by choice. There are many ways to participate and you decide what works for you: watch an exercise, participate in a role play, practice a grab release with or without touch. All physical techniques are accessible and adaptable.

What to wear/bring: Please come as you are. We will have water and masks available at the Center. For everyone’s safety, we will all be masked throughout the sessions. No preregistration necessary.

For more information, please visit the PAC website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every second and fourth Monday of the month for their Trans Support Group!

This meeting is for peer to peer support, community driven conversations, and resource sharing. These groups are trans-only space, please only attend if you identify under the trans umbrella (any identity besides cisgrender).

For more information about all of the groups offered by MaineTransNet (both online and in-person), please check their website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: EqualityMaine

Join us for our monthly community meal for older LGBTQ+ adults! These meals will be catered by a different restaurant thanks to the Southern Maine Agency on Aging. This event is free, but if you would like to donate $8 to cover the cost of the meal, your donation is always appreciated.

If this is your first NOA Lunch/Dinner this year, please fill out this registration form. This is NOT an RSVP form or menu ordering form. All of the information provided on this registration helps Southern Maine Agency on Aging continue to provide meals like these. 

Email izzy@equalitymaine.org with any questions.

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every third Sunday of the month for their 35+ Trans Support Group!

This meeting is designed for trans people (including non-binary and gender non-conforming identities) 35 years and older. Topics are varied, but special attention is given to aging while trans, transitioning later in life, and issues involving significant others, children, and grand children.

For cancellations, check the MaineTransNet Facebook Page.

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Discover new worlds through tabletop role playing games on the third Sunday of each month! Multiple tables each month allow for novices and long-time players alike to find an adventure to suit their tastes, join us for an evening of excitement and revelry with friends! All ages, abilities, identities, and interest levels most welcome!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: MaineTransNet

Join MaineTransNet every second and fourth Monday of the month for their Trans Support Group!

This meeting is for peer to peer support, community driven conversations, and resource sharing. These groups are trans-only space, please only attend if you identify under the trans umbrella (any identity besides cisgrender).

For more information about all of the groups offered by MaineTransNet (both online and in-person), please check their website!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Join us weekly for a virtual peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Reach out to Queercovery for the meeting link, and to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Open meetings are available to anyone interested in Alcoholics Anonymous’ program of recovery from alcoholism. Nonalcoholics may attend open meetings as observers. Safe space for LGBTQIA+ and allied community members to work through the AA 12-step program together.

For more info, click HERE.

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Welcome to Port Veritas! We meet every Tuesday night for an open mic night in person AND online. We are a diverse collaboration of creative minds, bound by a common love of creating a space for artists of all kinds to come and express themselves.

You may use this link to join us virtually:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83057477506

For more information, find us on Facebook!

Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Join us weekly for a peer-led “All-Recovery” meeting for all who struggle with addiction, are affected by addiction, and/or support the recovery lifestyle. Because Queercovery is not formally affiliated with the traditions of any 12-step “Anonymous” program (such as AA), our meetings are uniquely designed to support healing and fellowship amongst members of our local LGBTQ+ community, as well as friends and allies.

Connect with Queercovery online to stay in the know!
Instagram
Facebook: Queercovery Maine
Email: queercovery@gmail.com

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org. 

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Sponsored by: Rainbow Arts Collective

BAD ART CLUB! We make good friends and bad art!

We haven’t actually made any bad art yet, but we are trying very hard!
Our goal is to shift focus away from perfectionism and critique and point us towards what really matters -- community, connection, and collaboration.
Personal projects are also welcomed!

Follow us on Instagram or our website for more info on club meetings in other locations around Portland!

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org. 

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org. 

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org. 

Sponsored by: Disability Rights Maine, Co-sponsored by: Equality Community Center

Disability Rights Maine is proud to pilot Portland’s Youth Self-Advocacy Chapter for Mainers aged 14-25 who have intellectual/developmental disabilities.

This is a warm and welcoming space for young people to build new friendships, discover skills that make speaking up less scary, and work together to overcome life’s challenges!

Join us the first Wednesday of every month at the ECC from 4-5pm!

Contact Project Director, Kate Turpen, if you have any questions or would like more information. Their email is kturpen@drme.org.