LGBT Families

You're very welcome to a free meetup at Central Station this Friday. We normally sit chatting, drinking and/or having a bite to eat in our private space upstairs, before drifting down into the main bar later in the evening. It's a great way to meet new people and have some chilled chats and laughs. All LGBTQ+ people and their allies are welcome. Everybody is equally welcome! Don't worry if you've not come to an event before: the host will introduce you to everyone and make sure you feel welcomed and included. Please RSVP if you are attending. Your RSVP encourages others to attend. Their RSVP...etc etc please join the WhatsApp group for all our events, when you arrive please ask for the host, me Kwashie, and say hi...even if I'm chatting to someone... I can introduce you to some cool people, or newbies etc. ________________________________ We ask that new members that enjoy our events to make a voluntary donation which helps keep the group events running for free. To send a donations please use the reference "Donation" to the following account Mark Geer 03450947 04-00-04 Whatsapp invite which we use for events - https://chat.whatsapp.com/HOKXRrCEnFwFawuQYDbNFO?mode=ac_t Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lgbtqlondon?igsh=MWJpN2c0c3ZxNnV1cw==

If you would like to come and meet up with some LGBTQ+ Women who enjoy a get together then do come along to our LGBTQ+ Women's Social Night. While this is a Women’s social, we don’t want to be too prescriptive for these events as some people who are, for example, non-binary, gender-fluid or questioning may wish to come along. If this event is something you fancy, we’d love to see you there. Don't worry if you haven't been along before this is a warm & friendly group and we all enjoy getting to know each other. We know it can be a bit unnerving coming to an event for the first time, especially if the bar is busy, so we will always make sure the bar staff know where we are. If you would like some introductions, ask for either Lianne or Emma and say hello. We're looking forward to seeing you there. Accessibility information about the Victoria can be found [here](https://www.accessable.co.uk/royal-borough-of-kingston-upon-thames/access-guides/the-victoria). *** **Donate**: Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum is run by unpaid volunteers and funded by the generosity of the local community. If you'd like to donate to Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum, [please click here](https://www.kingstonlgbtforum.org.uk/donate).

[Follow this link for free tickets, though the gallery normally doesn't ask for them](https://thephotographersgallery.org.uk/whats-on) Join us for a visit to the gallery's latest exhibitions: **We Others** An intimate exhibition bringing together Donna Gottschalk’s tender documentation of queer life and texts by Hélène Giannecchini **Deutsche Börse Photography Prize 2026** The shortlisted artists are Jane Evelyn Atwood, Weronika Gęsicka , Amak Mahmoodian and Rene Matić. **Connection Established: Digital Folklore and Web Craft** Celebrating the new generation of artists who are reclaiming the internet through DIY web craft and zine-making. **Social from 8pm** Upstairs at the Kings Arms pub in Poland Street *See comments below for updates*

We're looking forward to dancing to Vicki Swan & Jonny Dyer this Friday. This duo is very busy over the summer, with lots of festival bookings, mostly in concert. But this time it's dance music! https://www.swan-dyer.co.uk/dance/ The very experienced and delightfully friendly Sheena Masson will be calling and explaining the dances. Come on your own, bring a partner, a group of friends or your family. There is a bar, which will be open from about 7:30. Admission £12, or £10 unwaged. £5 children. You can pay with cash or by card on the door, or book using this link https://www.efdss.org/choose-seats?EventInstanceId=156401 Booking is advised, as we've been selling out lately!

BOOK YOUR TICKET 👉🏼 [HERE](https://itsadate.club/event/bowling-night-in-soho-9/). Strike it lucky with 30 guests (ages 40–55) at a lively night of introductions, entertainment, and—of course—bowling!” All Star Lanes Holborn is an intimate, retro-style venue that’s perfect for bowling over potential matches as you rack up those strikes…or gutter-balls(?!) Whatever your bowling-game, it’s all light-hearted, heaps of fun, and a great opportunity to meet likeminded singles either on the lanes or socialising in a private networking space reserved exclusively for It’s a Date. Throughout the evening, the bar team keep everyone refreshed with creative cocktails, craft beers, wines, and for those looking for the authentic All-Star experience – delicious milkshakes. This bowling themed event is ideal for fun-loving singles booking individually or with friends. Everyone will be welcomed by our host at 19:15 who will offer you a name sticker, direct you to our private area, and ensure you have time to grab a drink before we begin. Guests alternate between the lanes in mixed groups of guys and girls for an action-packed game of bowling designed to break the ice, get the conversation flowing, and become acquainted with your fellow teammates. While not bowling, you will have the chance to socialise more widely as our host is on-hand to make introductions to all other guests. At the end of the games, we will tot-up the scores and announce our King- or Queen-pin of the evening. However, if previous events are anything to go by, everyone’s a winner at this great fun evening. Post-event matching will be available on your It’s a Date dashboard where you can continue the winning streak in love as well as on the lanes. If you have any questions on the event or how things will work, please get in contact with Ollie on 07517 065 492 or ollie@itsadate.club

Join the **Gayzelles Running Club** for a fun way to both keep fit and socialise with other LGBTQIA+ people in our local area! We meet at 8.45am every Saturday by Woolwich Works (The Fireworks Factory 11 No. 1 Street London SE18 6HD, 5 minutes walk from Woolwich station) The Parkrun is called [Thamespath Woolwich](https://www.parkrun.org.uk/thamespathwoolwich). Make sure you have your Parkrun ID handy. It is a 5KM run or walk, but we encourage you to run your best! Afterwards, we regroup for a hot drink at a nearby cafe. We look forward to seeing you there! 🌈 Follow us Instagram: [https://www.instagram.com/gayzelles/](https://www.instagram.com/gayzelles/) Strava: [https://www.strava.com/clubs/gayzelles](https://www.strava.com/clubs/gayzelles)

Join Serge at Kingston Quaker Centre for a free yoga flow class for LGBTQ+ people. The class is suitable for all levels. Spend an hour connecting breath and movement, feeling grounded, strong and relaxed. Please bring your own yoga mat. Kingston Quaker Centre is at Fairfield East, Kingston upon Thames, KT1 2PT. When you arrive, press the buzzer for the Hall and we will let you in. You can find accessibility information about Kingston Quaker Centre here: https://www.accessable.co.uk/venues/kingston-quaker-centre *** **Donate**: Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum is run by unpaid volunteers and funded by the generosity of the local community. If you'd like to donate to Kingston LGBTQ+ Forum, [please click here](https://www.kingstonlgbtforum.org.uk/donate).

**Flirrrt - The Return...AND Ariela Birthday!!** **This is Flirrrt — a space with that old skool vibe where you come to let go, dance and connect!** **Expect incredible music all night long, the kind that keeps you moving without thinking, surrounded by a smiling crowd that comes bringing good vibes only** **And this time… we’re turning things up a notch!** **For one night only — in celebration of my birthday — we’re introducing a completely bespoke gelato and sorbet experience, reimagined into alcoholic affogatos. Think frozen mojitos, strawberry and mango daiquiris, passion fruit Saturns and more. Sweet, refreshing, and just the right amount of dangerous. A special menu created just for this night, and this night only.** **If you’ve been before, you already know…** **If you haven’t — this is your chance to experience a night like no other!** **It’s my birthday… come Flirrrt with me....with love, Ariela 💋** **Come join us and Ariela !!! Use the code LEZMEET for 10% discount !** **P.S. We’ll be capturing all the magic on photo & video throughout the night ✨** **By attending, you’re happy to be included — but if you’d rather not, just let us know when you arrive and we’ll take care of it.** **https://www.eventbrite.com/e/flirrrt-the-returnand-my-birthday-tickets-1987437956428**

Join us this Pride season to paint your own pride on rocks, paper, canvas, and yes- we are bringing back the bricks! Come create and paint with us. Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library Meeting Room D.

Want to see your work shine and put your pride on display? Then come to July's Creativity Circle! We will be making simple Suncatchers with tissue paper! Seats and supplies limited! Come while you can for as long as you like! Westerville Public Library in Meeting Room D.

Join us for our May Book Club gathering where we will come together to discuss *[Cantoras](https://caroderobertis.com/books/cantoras/)*[ ](https://caroderobertis.com/books/cantoras/)by [Caro de Robertis](https://caroderobertis.com/bio/) in a safe and welcoming environment. Make new friends who share your passion for books and connect with fellow LGBTQ book enthusiasts.

It's official, submissions for "Resistance, Resilience, Utopia" are are on their way from being independent pieces to becoming the second volume of gINKgo. This year we are going to have a launch party at Birdie Books on May 15th from 6-8pm open to the whole community! Come on over and help us support the creators with food, drinks, art, writing, open mic, music, community activities and more.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.

WQC has weekly Thursday night social nights at the Westerville Java Central. Come and grab a coffee and connect with the community: low stakes, chill environment, and tasty drinks. No registration is required; come as you are.