Families
Groups & Events
Center Kids, Center Families hosts and collaborates on a variety of support groups and events 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!
EVENTS
Center Kids, Center Families hosts and co-hosts many events each year. The primary recurring events we host are Family Play Days:CENTER KIDS, CENTER FAMILIES FAMILY PLAY DAYS - These are events where LGBTQ parents can connect and network with each other while their children have lots of fun with others their age! A baby space is provided for those under 3-years old; there are age-appropriate organized play activities for 3-to-5-year-olds and 6-to-8-year-olds; and there's a chat room for parents! We also have some family fun outings in between! Suggested donation: $20/family, more if, less if... Dates for Family Play Days are announced regularly. For more information, contact Ivy Belardo at ibelardo@gaycenter.org
Check out the Center Calendar: Family section for upcoming Family Play Days and other events for LGBTQ parents and families!
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SUPPORT GROUPS
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.
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. 2nd & 4th Friday 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.
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.
A.I. VETERANS - A support group for women who have been trying to conceive through alternative insemination for 6 months or longer. 3rd Monday of every month, 6:30-8p.m. Requested donation, $5 per household.
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CONTACT: For more information, call 212.620.7310 or
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