See upcoming family events at Center Calendar: Family

Center Kids, Center Families hosts and collaborates on a variety of support groups of relevance to LGBTQ parents and people thinking about becoming parents.

Check out the information below, and we hope you can join us in-person soon!

PARENTING PARTNERSHIPS - Group for couples and singles interested in the possibilities of creative family structures and who seek the presence and involvement of a father (for lesbians) or a mother (for gay men) in the lives of their children. Occasional speakers will include active co-parents as well as professionals in areas relevant to co-parenting and parenting in general, such as legal family agreements, childcare, finances, and mediation. Couples and singles welcome. 2nd Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8p.m. Requested donation, $5 per household.

PREGNANCY SUPPORT AND NETWORKING GROUP - A support and networking group for pregnant parents-to-be wanting to connect and share their experiences and resources with others. 3rd Saturday of the month. 12:30-2pm. Requested donation $5 per household.

PLANNING BIOLOGICAL PARENTHOOD FOR WOMEN - For women considering, preparing for, or currently in the process of conceiving through alternative insemination, please drop by this bi-monthly gathering to share your story, seek support, and exchange information with others who are also taking this exciting journey to parenthood. All are welcome. 2nd & 4th Thursday of every month, 6:30-8p.m. Requested donation, $5 per household.

PLANNING BIOLOGICAL PARENTHOOD FOR MEN - For men considering, preparing for, or in the process of conceiving through surrogacy (or in cooperation with a woman), this group provides information, sharing, and support. 4th Wednesday of every month, 6:30-8p.m. Requested donation, $5 per household.

TLC FOR WOMEN TTC (trying to conceive) - A support group for women who have been trying to conceive through alternative insemination for 6 months or longer. Formerly called A.I. Veterans. 3rd Monday of every month, 6:30-8p.m. Requested donation, $5 per household.

THE TRANSGENDER/GENDERQUEER PARENTING GROUP- Group provides a space for transgender and genderqueer parents, prospective parents, and their partners to meet, exchange information, share their stories and offer and receive support. 4th Sunday of each month, 12:30 to 2pm. Requested donation, $5 per household.

WANNABE DADS AND MOMS - A group for LGBTQ people exploring the possibilities of becoming parents through adoption. 1st Thursday of every month, 8-10p.m. Requested donation, $5 per household.

**POSSIBLE NEW GROUPS** - Center Kids, Center Families would like to know if there is interest in:

•  a Parents of School-Age Kids group

Let us know! If you’d be interested in participating in any of these new groups, please contact Terry Boggis: terry@gaycenter.org

Check out our parent- and family-related events, as well!

next steps CONTACT: For more information, call 212.620.7310 or email centerkids@gaycenter.org. VISIT our new Ask the Experts forum to ask your own questions about LGBTQ family and parenting issues!