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From the Editor From the Creator Pride 2025 Events Community Report Lounge in Lavender A Year in Pride What Does Pride Mean?

"Starman" Drag Spotlight What Is...

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June 2025 Editor-in-Chief editor@optionsri.org Calendar Editor calendar@optionsri.org Copy Editors Graphic & Layout Design Koki Mendis Social Media Coordinator Derek Sherlock Advertising Manager advertising@optionsri.org Contributors: Kwana Adams GEM, Rio D. Montoya Photographers Gabriel Alvarez, Benjamin Branchaud, Nicole Carreiro, Alejandro Carvajal, Grayson Blaire, Jen Bonin, Amanda Dalton, Eliza Graves, Hailee Gavin, Paul Martin, William Peresta, Cameron Spiridigliozzi, Ryan Welch Board Chairperson: Taylor Neptune Cover Sylvia Rivera and Marsha P. Johnson by The New York Library Back Cover Jesus Holguinand Justice Gaines, by Zane Wolfang Contact Us info@optionsri.org PO Box 758 Providence, RI 02940 www.optionsri.org

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From the Creator Welcome to the 2025 Pride Edition of Options Magazine. I am Derek, also known as Rio. Some of you may know me, while many might not. I joined Options in February 2020 as an intern under editor Jen Stevens. Since then, I have worked as the social media coordinator, a role I am comfortable with, though I know I still have room for improvement.

This issue may feel different from previous ones.You might wonder, "Why is this Pride edition digital only?” and "Why isn’t the cover locally based like before?" This is a digital-only edition because of financial issues from last year’s Pride edition.The person responsible for securing funds failed to communicate, causing us to lose money. Due to dwindling funds, our last editor, Zane Wolfang, had to step down. We wish him well and will miss his talents. Faced with this dilemma, I, guided by my DIY ethos from anarchist punk and gothic communities, decided to create this edition. It may not match prior editions, but we learn from mistakes to improve. Despite my limited experience and reliance on a past template, (Huge thanks to Koki Mendis for supplying me with said template) I worked hard to edit this issue through perosnal grief. I hope you enjoy it, though I understand if there’s some dissatisfaction.

Regarding the second question, it is simple. We are in Pride month and, as a graduate of the Gender Studies program at Rhode Island College and one of the first to graduate with a Queer Studies minor, I've learned as much about our past as possible. I think back to June 28, 1969, and wonder what our foremothers thought during the police raid at Stonewall Inn. Women like Marsha, Sylvia, Miss Major, and the Trans women of color who resisted oppression must have felt strongly.Though other acts occurred in Chicago, San Francisco, and Los Angeles, Stonewall was the spark that shaped Pride and our community today. I wanted to honor our origins, especially in these challenging times. Without trans women and the outcasts who found refuge in places like Stonewall, we would not celebrate our community as we do. I wanted more Trans voices in this edition, but that hasn’t happened. While I am “serving” as the creator of this edition and managing content in Options for the time being, I will always welcome their voices and strive to elevate them.

So, from the bottom of my heart, I hope that you like this edition and enjoy the content that we worked hard to create for you, dear readers. We are always accepting donations to ensure that Options stays strong for another forty-three years, and if you want to join the organization and help curate what content is put out there for everyone to read, then please join the board. Even though Trump 2.0 is starting to become more and more horrible as the days pass, remember our existence is resistance, and without resistance, the world will fall into darkness. Happy Pride and Enjoy.

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THE COMMU Funds. These cuts make it more important than ever that we come together to support those most at risk.

We invite you to join us and show your support at Pride festivals across Rhode Island. Celebrate with us at: Haus of Codec: Standing Strong, Standing Proud, Housing Our Community As we enter Pride Season, Haus of Codec is deeply grateful for the unwavering support we’ve received from our community.

Your continued generosity has helped keep our programs thriving and ensured that our clients remain safely housed.

Since our founding in 2021, Haus of Codec has provided housing and case management services to more than 100 LGBTQQIA+ youth ages 18–24, and has distributed over $400,000 in rental assistance and mutual aid. This impact has been made possible through the power of community.

However, this year brings new challenges.

We are facing ongoing threats of funding cuts from the current administration, cuts to Medicaid and budget shortages to the state's Consolidated Homeless

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Our Daddies Tea Dance at The Black Sheep on Sunday, June 15 Drag Trivia Night on Wednesday, June 18 at The Black Sheep Our Outdoor Marketplace at the intersection of Westminster Street and Snow Street in Downtown Providence on Sunday, June 22, during Pride Weekend.

Pride is a reminder of the power of being seen, heard, and cared for. At Open Door Health, we provide affirming care for everyone who walks through our doors every day of the year. This Pride season, help us continue our mission to help you be you.

Visit odhpvd.org to support

We also invite you to save the date for our Annual Fundraiser, Living Colors on October 4th 2025 at Farm Fresh Rhode Island. Tickets are on sale now.

To learn more about supporting Haus of Codec or to sign up as a volunteer, visit HausofCodec.org and follow us on social media @ HausofCodec.

Together, we can continue to stand strong, stand proud, and house our community.

Support Project Weber/RENEW: Compassion in Action Project Weber/RENEW is Rhode Island’s largest peer-led harm reduction and recovery organization.

UNITY REPORT They have more than 18 years of experience improving health outcomes for individuals experiencing homelessness and substance use. With a deep commitment to dignity and autonomy, the organization meets people where they are by offering nonjudgmental and compassionate care, overdose prevention, HIV and hepatitis C testing, safer use supplies, and pathways to housing and recovery.

They are also home to the nation’s first state-sanctioned Overdose Prevention Center, a groundbreaking space where trained personnel monitor participants for signs of overdose and intervene to prevent or Youth Pride Inc, has reverse overdoses. been working to meet the moment and expand the services we You can help by donating, volunteering, sharing their have available to youth. Our mission, or joining their services include individual advocacy work. Every act therapy, a basic needs of support helps someone take the next step in a pantry, and housing & case story shaped by safety, management services. If you connection, and love. have youth ages 5-24 in need of support, we are accepting If you would like to donate to referrals. You can reach us at Project Weber/RENEW, you info@youthprideri.org. may do so via their PayPal link: https://www.paypal. com/donate/?hosted_ button_id=BZBUPG2VC8F9U

We would love to hear from your organizations, what types of programs or outreach are you doing for the community in Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts.

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Lounge In Lavender

by Kwana Adams Options spoke to Danii De La Rosa, Interim Director of the Unity Center, and Eilish Wilder, Lavender Lounge graduate assistant to get the scoop on the new Lavender Lounge at Rhode Island College!

Rose,” Interim Director De La Rosa said. No pushback has been received so far.

"The future is in the hands of the students! Their ideas, hard work, and creativity have been the backbone of the LGBTQ+ Office and Lavender Lounge this year and undoubtedly will continue to be." - Eilish

“The lounge functions as the Over several years, the Rhode central space for the Unity Island College’s Unity Center Center’s newly formed LGBTQ+ Students are also welcome to has been receiving suggestions office, a branch of the Unity come to the space to relax, study, and just be. Spaces like this are essential, especially The future is in the hands of the students! Their ideas, hard in the current climate. Many work, and creativity have been the backbone of the LGBTQ+ colleges have designated LGBTQ Office and Lavender Lounge centers and Gender Studies departments. However, the from students about an LGBTQ+ Center specifically devoted to Lavender Lounge is separate, lounge being useful. RIC finally LGBTQ+ issues and events on new, and different. As the answered that call with the the campus,” Eilish explained. Lavender Lounge grows and ‘Lavender Lounge.’ Many factors Lavender Lounge is a safe space expands, Options is eager to see contributed to the opening of for students involved to coexist how much more they offer to this lounge, in fact. The need for and create programs for the the community and what they diversity and open spaces for all community. Some programs have planned for the future. students was the largest one. have included a queer book club, Aside from the student body, a monthly discussion group “many community members (The Lavender Table), a voguing "This space also hosts services were also enthusiastic about class, a drag show, and even a for LGBTQ+ students, including the opening including openly field trip to Binch Press. It also a gender-affirming closet so any LGBTQ+ Senator Tiara Mack, includes a closet for students student can try on clothing in a David Cicilline, RIC President to try on clothing in a safe and safe and supportive space and a Jack Warner, and Providence supportive environment. library of community resources City Council Chief of Staff June and books related to gender 12 options

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and sexuality.” Danii

Unity Center Services also includes LGBTQ Student Services, International, Immigrant, Undocumented, DACAmented & Refugee Student Services, JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion) Student Leader Workshops, Multicultural and Identity-Based Student Organization Support, Interfaith Services, and more. All of this information can be found here.

Danii De La Rosa, Interim Director of the Unity Center (she/her) Eilish Wilder, Lavender Lounge Graduate Assistant (they/he)

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A YEAR IN PRIDE

Some photos from Pride 2024 curated

by Jen Bonin and the Official Rhode Island Pride Photography Team.

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Endurance. The first Pride was a riot, and every Pride after is a refusal to be scared into silence or non-existence. It’s a declaration that we’ve always been here, we will always be here, and nothing can change that.

-Rachel

Pride month to me means a time when LGBTQ+ people’s interests and rights are put in the forefront. Pride month is a time when we can come together, shine a light on the struggles we face, share our stories, and advocate for ourselves and others.

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Pride is the absence of shame, accepting and celebrating what makes you different, and believing you deserve equal rights.

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What Does

We asked our wonderful readers what Pride mea context of LGBTQIA+ history. For some, it’s all a new friends, potential lovers, or even life-long pa favorite bar, if they’re of age, to enjoy an exciting latest Queer film at the cinema. Others delve into t to stand strong against the challenges we face, par in our own unique way, and here you’ll find a colle "What Does Pride Mean?"

Pride is a built in annual time for friends, family, and community to come together in celebration of the LGBTQIA+ community. It’s a moment to reflect on our past, recognize our progress, and unite around the work still ahead.

-Jennifer

Freedom of expression and freedom from the law to express my love without hiding, just being real and embracing myself completely and without judgement or criticism for who I see in my own life, I'm an ally and a LGBTQA+.

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Pride is being true to yourself.

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Pride means happiness and being myself in the world.

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It helps to center me. It stokes my furnace which gives me the strength to go on fighting for the human rights that not only belong to me, but to all our brothers and sisters in humanity. These are wretched times and we will not allow our rights to be yanked out, corrupted or swept aside.

-Bradford

Pride to me means resistance.

Being the out and proud Queer that I am without apologizing to anyone for who I am. It means to be your authentic self without worrying about who it might offend. When I wear my dress and my makeup I feel empowered and nothing will ever change that.

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Pride for me is community and a powerful recognition and celebration of our beautiful, vibrant community.

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Networking within our rainbow community & meeting new gay people.

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Pride embodies the triumphant celebration of our true identity, the enthusiastic embracing of diversity, and the passionate advocacy for equality and acceptance. It represents a celebratory acknowledgement of who we are, a bold defiance of shame and stigma, and an unwavering dedication to fighting for the rights and dignity of all LGBTQ+ Individuals Xibalba

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Starman By

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Oh Starman, when you came to me in my youth you saved me just like one of those Heroes.

When we met for the first time, you said that I reminded you of your messenger on Mars.To which I asked if there was there really Life on Mars? You spoke about the great Ziggy Stardust, his rise and fall from grace by the Diamond Dogs caused hard times ahead. It’s been Five Years since you warned me of The Man Who Sold the World.

He had a sort of Hunger.You said to Hang on to Yourself or I’d get lost in a Rock ‘n’ Roll Suicide type way.The last time I saw you, you were yelling Merry Christmas, Mr. Lawrence. We spoke at great length of the Young Americans and how you were afraid of them, to which I confessed that I too am Afraid of Americans. We planned to go on a Fantastic Voyage to Suffragette City on your world. John, I’m Only Dancing You Queen Bitch you said to me before you left with a smile. But your Moonage Daydream didn’t come true.

Something happened on the day my starman passed, your spirit rose a meter then stepped aside.

My Space Oddity I miss you!

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Drag Spotlight Rhode

Jen Bonin

Island boasts a diverse range of drag performers, including Drag Queens, Kings, and Artists.

Options Magazine aims to spotlight these performers as we progress. Some may be familiar, while others could be new. For our first Drag Spotlight, we present Drag King Ricky Mortis, known to attendees of RKO Army’s performance of The Rocky Horror Picture Show or last year’s Dark Lady block party.

IG: rickymortispvd

This performer has graced stages at local venues like Dark Lady, Dusk, Askew, EGO, and Deadbeats, and has even performed in Boston. Sharing stages with notable Rhode Island performers such as Complete Destruction, our very own board chair King Neptune, Rage Ramzee-Brown, and last year’s Options Awards co-host Semi-Sweet, Ricky has contributed significantly to the local drag scene. We spoke to them about their history and memorable moments in the community.

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Options: Who inspired you to become a drag performer?

Ricky Mortis: The local drag scene when I started had an open stage called At Dark Lady, and I was inspired by the new and seasoned performers who just got up and gave it their all! At the time, I'd hit nearly my 10-year mark of performing Rocky Horror, so I figured I could do that; I can do drag. Close enough!

O: Who took you under their wing when you first started?

RM: No one took me under their wing per se, but I taught out advice wherever I could. I was fortunate that everyone shared their secrets with me! Whether it be makeup tips or how to command attention, I was fortunate to get advice from everyone.

O: What was the best advice you were given in the early days of performing that you still adhere to today?

RM: It was being told, “You

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know how to do this, go give it your all.” It was a helpful reminder that I know the stage and I know myself and what I'm capable of.

dumped over me!

O: If you were to give advice to an up-and-coming drag performer, what would you tell them?

O: What is your favorite part RM: My best advice that of being a drag performer?

I have personally been RM: My favorite part is working on myself is to take the gender euphoria that it slow. You’re tempted to comes from makeup and rush through a song and do a the freedom of dance & bunch of bits n gags n revealsperformance. It truly gives try commanding attention me an adrenaline rush that by just standing there and can’t be beat! making eye contact.

O: What is your least O: What is the best way for favorite part of being a drag people to find out where you performer? are performing next, and if someone wants to reach out RM: The least favorite part to you for a performance? is the drama, of course.

Don’t say anything behind RM: The best way to find someone’s back that you out where I’ll be is by wouldn’t say to their face, is following me on Instagram, how I live my life. @rickymortispvd.

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WHAT IS...

Haus of Codec What is Haus of Codec and How Did It All Begin?

In 2021, five of us came together (myself, Julio Berroa, Haley Johnson, Charlotte Peters, and Alex Ruiz) to tackle a longstanding issue in our community: creating a safe, welcoming space for queer youth. The result was Haus of Codec, a grassroots initiative born from love, necessity, and a bold vision for change. That June, we launched our first outdoor marketplace, featuring 18 local queer-owned businesses, artists, community organizations, food, music, and, most importantly, people hungry for connection. More than just a market, it became a movement.

At these events, we shared our dream: opening an emergency shelter for LGBTQQIA+ youth aged 18–24. With overwhelming community support, that dream became a reality on December 1, 2021, when we opened a six-bed shelter run entirely by volunteers.

Since then, we have provided daily meals, case management, and workplace opportunities through our markets. Most importantly, we have given young queer people something they often lacked: a place to truly call home.

Haus of Codec Today Four years in, Haus of Codec has blossomed into a vital hub for nearly 500 artists, performers, and community organizations—all united in supporting unhoused and at-risk youth. Now, we operate a 16-bed

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facility with 24/7 access to food, clothing, and essential services.

We have supported nearly 100 young people, distributing over $400,000 in rental assistance and mutual aid. As the needs of our community have evolved, so have the services and resources we bring to our marketplaces. In addition to hosting vaccine clinics, HIV testing, and clothing swaps, we now offer free name change clinics—complete with financial assistance and expert guidance— to ensure our trans community members can access affirming ID services with dignity and support.

When the Ground Shifts: How We Faced a Crisis Overnight In 2022, we experienced a transformative breakthrough. A federal grant supercharged our growth, allowing us to expand operations almost overnight.

For the first time, our team and clients felt the rare comfort of stability—uninterrupted services, secure housing, and a growing network of support for LGBTQ+ youth experiencing homelessness.

It was a moment of triumph, and it felt like just the beginning.

But on January 27,2025,everything changed. In a sweeping executive order, the current administration abruptly froze all government grants and contracts. The order claimed to eliminate what it called “wokeness” and “Marxist equity,” labeling essential social programs—including those supporting trans youth and sustainable housing initiatives—

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as wasteful. The language was not just political; it was personal.

We, and countless organizations like ours, suddenly found ourselves targeted, defunded, and scrambling to survive.

With less than 24 hours before the funding pipeline was set to close, our leadership team leapt into crisis mode. That night was a blur of urgent calls, spreadsheets, contingency plans, and heartbreak. We drew down what remaining federal funds we could, unsure whether they would stretch far enough to protect those who depend on us.

By morning, the gravity of the situation had sunk in. We convened our board of directors, contacted state lawmakers, and devised a painful but necessary plan: to lay off our entire staff and revert to an all-volunteer model.

It was a gut-wrenching decision.

But if it meant our clients would continue to have a safe place to call home, we chose to persevere.

Then, as quickly as it had begun, the storm seemed to pass. The administration rescinded the executive order. Relief came— but it was not without scars.

Our team was left emotionally drained, physically exhausted, and unsure of what the future might hold.

Still, if there’s one thing we know, it’s resilience. We have always fought for those on society’s margins and will continue to do so—no matter how unstable the ground may become.

Our Future and How the Community Can Continue to Show Up As Pride Season begins, uncertainty hangs heavy. State budget cuts threaten homeless services, Providence faces a possible property tax hike, and essential federal programs like SNAP and Medicaid/Medicare are at risk. Our Queer and Trans communities continue to endure the consequences of volatile political decisions.

built this community before them. If you’d like to support or learn more about our work, visit HausofCodec.org, stop by our Sunday Pride Marketplace on June 22, join us for Monthly Drag Trivia hosted by Ladda Nurv at The Black Sheep, or attend our annual fundraiser Living Colors on October 4, 2025, at Farm Fresh Rhode Island.

We’re proud to be part of Rhode Island’s vibrant LGBTQQIA+ community. As we celebrate and resist, let’s ensure no one is left behind.

Happy Pride Month! Let’s not forget to be Queer All Year!

In the face of these challenges, we choose to hold each other close, support one another, and weather the storm together. We are deeply grateful for our community— our staff, volunteers, artists, drag performers, and partners—who work tirelessly to ensure the young people we serve at Haus of Codec have what they need to thrive.

Each client we serve is unique, kindhearted, and deserving of a chosen family, just like the elders who

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RESOURCES Options originated in 1982 as the offical newsletter of the Rhode Island Gay Task Force. Editor Jos Fayette explained, “The RIGTF wants to make the homosexual community aware of their options as gay men and women in Rhode Island. And it’s only because we live, work, love, and play in this state that there are such a large number of options available to all of us.” Options has always, and will continue to print LGBTQ resources so that

you can, as Fayette went on to say, “Exercise your OPTIONS today to make positive changes in your life tomorrow.”

Help us help you! Email info@optionsri.org if you come across a resource listing that needs updating. New, updated, and featured resources are highlighted. Phone numbers are in the 401 area code and addresses are in Rhode Island, unless otherwise indicated.

ADDICTION SUPPORT GROUPS

wellness programs, advocacy, strength training, prevention education, HIV testing. 55 Hope St. Providence, RI 1-401-831-552.http://www. aidsprojectri.org.

AIDS Quilt RI: Displays local AIDS memorial quilt panels, panelmaking programs including Anna’s Workshop, HIV/AIDS education for young people. PO Box 2591, Newport. 1-401-847-7637. bpmilham@cox.net FACEBOOK:AIDS Quilt Rhode Island Brown University AIDS Program: Clinical trials, public policy, research, lectures, conferences, patient and community education.

11 Fourth St. Providence, RI. 1-401-793-3198. CChu2@lifespan.org https://www.brown.edu/academics/public-health/brunap/home.

Community Care Alliance: Case management, support, personal care items for people living with HIV/AIDS in northern Rhode Island. 245 Main Street,Woonsocket. 1-401-235-6092. lcohen@famresri.org. https://communitycareri.org Community Care Alliance-Agape Providence: Transitional housing, drop-in center, testing, intensive case management, counseling, peer support for people living with HIV/ AIDS. 293 Elmwood Ave, Providence. 1-401-572-3800. https://www.communitycareri.org.

Comprehensive Community Action Programs: Medical, mental health, dental, social services, LGBT outreach. 311 Doric Avenue, Cranston. Also Coventry, Pawtucket, and Warwick. 1-401-4679610. info@comcap.org https://www.comcap.org/ Gabriel Care, LLC: Nursing/social worker case management and financial compensation for assistance and supervision for those living with HIV. MassHealth funded for MA residents. 376 South Main Street, Fall River, MA. 1-508678-1002 info@gabrielcare.co m https://gabrielcare.com HIV Antibody Testing: Anonymous. Free or sliding scale. RI Department of Health. Providence, Newport and other locations.

1-401-222-5960 https://health.ri.gov/diseases/hivaids/about/ testing/ House of Compassion: HIV/AIDS housing. 2510 Mendon Road, Cumberland. 1-401-658-3992. studd2muffin@yahoo.com LGBT Caregiver Online Support Group: For LGBTs caring for someone with chronic health problems. 1-800-445-8106 https://www.caregiver.org.

Miriam Hospital HIV & STD Testing Clinic: For gonorrhea, chlamydia, syphilis, HIV, Hep C, and trichomoniasis. Linking to physicians for PrEP. Appointment Required. 180 Corliss St. Suite F, Providence RI. 1-401-793-4715. https://lifespan.org/centersservices/infectious-diseases/std-testing.

Partners in Learning About AIDS: Outreach to minorities, women

AA Brothers in Sobriety: Gay men's open meeting -all welcome. Saturdays 7:30-8:30 pm. 50 Orchard Ave Providence, RI. 1-401-419-0051 http://aainri.com/meetings/ brothers-in-sobriety/ AddictionCenter.com: Web information guide for addiction resources nationwide. Or call 1-877-830-2915.

RI LGBT AA Group: Tuesdays 7-8 pm Bell Street Chapel, 5 Bell St., Providence, 1-401-273-5678. All are welcome! http://aainri.com/locations/bell-street-chapel/ Seven Hills Behavioral Health: Addiction support services and Narcan. 1173 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA, 508-999-4159. 310 S. Main Street, Fall River, MA, 508235-1012. Leonard Amaral, Program Manager, lamaral@ sevenhills.org.

YPTQ (Young People, Queer, Trans) meeting of AA: Wednesdays 7:30 -- 8:30pm, “common room” of Brown University Alumni Hall, 194 Meeting Street, Providence. http://aainri.com/meetings/yptq-young-people-queertrans-2/

AIDS/HEALTH RESOURCES Afia Center for Health & Wholeness: Meals, food pantry, HIV support groups, recreational and social activities. Sponsored by AIDS Project RI. Free to clients. Wed. and Thurs. 12-3pm. 485 Plain St, Providence RI. Info: Kim Clohecy,1-401-831-5522, https:// aidsprojectri.org/what-we-do/#support-servies AIDS Care Ocean State: Confidential HIV & Hep C testing, safersex supplies, case management, emergency funds, clinical services, assisted and supportive housing for people living with HIV/AIDS, street outreach, free needle exchange, HIV+ support groups. 557 Broad St, Providence, RI 1-401-273-1888. info@aidscareos.org. https://www.aidscareos.org.

AIDS Project RI: Division of Family Service of RI. Case management, buddies, COBRA and dental services, emergency fund, mental health counseling, nutrition support, assessment and referral,

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of color, and LGBT community at clubs and other locations. North Providence office provides free condoms and information about STIs and post-exposure prophylaxis for HIV. 1006 Charles Street, Suite 5, North Providence. 1-401-484-7523. info@plaidsproject. org. https://www.plaidsproject.org.

Planned Parenthood of Southern New England: Confidential, lowcost, same-day & walk-in STD and HIV testing. Commonsense approach to health. 175 Broad Street. 1-800-230-7526. support. ppsne@ppsne.org https://www.ppsne.org.

Prima CARE Transgender Clinic: Counseling, hormonal reassignment, referrals for surgery. Founded and operated by Dr. Kishore Lakshman, MD 277 Pleasant St, Bldg 1 Suite 202 Fall River, Ma 1-508-235-0481 Project Weber/RENEW: Confidential, free HIV, Hep C and syphilis testing. Links to physicians for PrEP. 640 Broad St., Providence. info@weberrenew.org. 1-401-383-4888 https:// www.weberrenew.org Facebook: @weberrenew Instagram: @ weberrenew Seven Hills HIV Prevention & Screening:TWIST program, HIV and STI prevention and testing, partner care. 1173 Acushnet Avenue, New Bedford, MA, 508-999-4159. 310 S. Main Street, Fall River, MA, 508-235-1012. Contact Leonard Amaral, lamaral@sevenhills.org.

SSTAR(Stanley Street Treatment & Resources): Counseling, drug treatment, detox, domestic violence programs, free and confidential HIV, HEP C, and STD testing, education, case management and support. MA and RI locations. 386 Stanley Street, Fall River, MA. (508) 679-5222. Project Aware (HIV/HCV); (508) 324-3561. Family Healthcare Center; (508) 675-1054. 80 East St Cranston, Rhode Island 1-401-4636001 https://www.sstar.org.

Steppingstone, Inc.: Welcome Home Medical case management program. One-on-one peer support in Somerset to Wareham area. HIV support groups available. Free and open to any HIV+ person 18+. 5 Dover Street, New Bedford, MA. 1-508-984-7514. https://www.steppingstoneinc.org.

Thundermist Health Center: Provides HIV/AIDS services including medical care and treatment by an HIV specialist, dental care, behavioral health counseling, nutritional assessment and coun counseling, pharmacy consultation, free and confidential HIV testing. 450 Clinton Street,Woonsocket. Contact Philip Kane. 7674100 ext. 3516.

INFORMATION/EDUCATION Fenway Community Center LGBT Helpline: Support, information and referrals. Fenway Community Health Center, Boston. Open daily 6-11pm. 1-617-267-9001 lgbthealtheducation@fenwayhealth.org LGBT National Help Center: Local resources nationwide provided by social services agency.

1-888-843-4564. https://LGBThotline.org https://www.facebook.com/LGBTNationalHelpCenter.

LGBTQ Action RI: Advocacy organization to secure equality & justice for LGBT people through legislative and policy work. info@lgbtqactionri.org https://www.facebook.com/ LGBTActionRI. NewportOut: Advertising/marketing agency promoting Neport as a travel destination for the LGBT community. info@neportout.org https://www.newportout.com.

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subscribe: tinawood@cox.net South Coast LGBTQ Network: Information & advocacy network for individuals of all ages. 1-774-371-0711. info@ sclgbtqnetwork.org. https://www.sclgbtqnetwork.org.

United Way of RI Referral Line: 2-1-1 on your telephone.

NIGHTLIFE

The Alley Cat Providence: Downtown neighborhood bar.

Monday-Thursday 3pm-1am, Friday 3pm-2am, Saturday 2pm-2am, Sunday 2pm-1am. 17 Snow Street, Providence.

272-6369. Instagram: @thealleycatpvd Bobby’s Place: Dancing, pool, video lounge, karaoke.

Sunday-Wednesday 5pm-1am, Thursday-Saturday 5pm2am. 60 Weir Street, Taunton, MA. (508) 824-9997. https://www.bobbysplacenightclub.com The Dark Lady: Downtown bar and nightclub. TuesdayThursday 9pm-1am, Friday & Saturday 9pm-3am, Sunday 9pm-1am. 19 Snow Street, Providence. 1-401-272-6369.

EGO: Providence’s newest gay nightlife performance/event space. Sunday and Thursday 9pm-1am, Friday and Saturday 10pm-3am, 73 Richmond St, Providence. 1-401-383-1208. https://www.egopvd.com. info@egopvd.com Mirabar: Downtown bar and nightclub. MondayThursday 3pm-1am, Friday and Saturday 3pm2am, Sunday 3pm-1am.

15 Elbow Street, Providence.1-401-331-6761.Facebook:@MirabarRI Providence Eagle: Leather, Levi, bear cruise bar. MondayThursday 2pm-1am, Friday 2pm-2am, Saturday-Sunday 12pm-2am. 124 Snow Street, Providence. 1-401-421-1447. http://providenceeagle.com/Providence_Eagle/index.html Instagram:@ eagleprovidence Facebook:@ ProvidenceEagle The Stable: Downtown video bar. No cover. MondayThursday 2pm-1am, Friday 2pm-2am, Saturday 12pm2am, Sunday 12pm-1am. 125 Washington Street, Providence.

1-401-272-6950. steve@stablepvd.org Facebook:@TheStableProvidence

POLITICAL & LEGAL GROUPS American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU): 128 Dorrance Street, Suite 400, Providence. 1-401-831-7171. http://www.riaclu.org.

Amnesty International OUTfront: Program to campaign globally for LGBTQ human rights. 1-212-807-8400. aimember@aiusa.org. http://www.amnestyusa.org.

Gay & Lesbian Advocates & Defenders (GLAD): LGBT/HIV legal info hotline. Weekdays 1:30-4:30pm. 18 Tremont St, Suite 950, Boston, MA . 1-617-436-1350. gladlaw@glad.org http://www.glad.org.

Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund: 120 Wall Street, Suite 1500, NY. 1-212-809-8585. www.lambdalegal.org.

Lawyers for Equality and Diversity (LEAD): Advocates for LGBT causes. lawyersforequality@gmail.com.

Modern Military Association of America: The nation's largest non-profit organization dedicated to advancing fairness and equality for the LGBTQ military and veteran community. 1725 I Street NW, Washington DC. 1-202-3283244. info@modernmilitary.org. https://modernmilitary.org National Lesbian & Gay Journalists Assoc./New England: Works for fair and accurate media coverage of LGBT issues.

2120 L Street NW Suite 850,Washington DC 1-202-588-9888 info@nlgja.org, www.nlgja.org.

RI Commission on Prejudice and Bias: Hate crime awareness training program. 1-401-648-9498 www.calloutprejudiceri. org RI Socialist Action: 952-5385, adgagneri@gmail.com. Spanish: 351-3514, walsil@cox.net.

RI Human Rights Commission: Anti-discrimination law enforcement agency with jurisdiction in employment, housing, public accommodations, and credit. 180 Westminster Street, 3rd floor, Providence. 1-401-222-2661 RICHR.Info@richr. ri.gov http://www.richr.ri.gov.

RELIGIOUS & SPIRITUAL All Saints Memorial Church: 674 Westminster Street, Providence.

1-401-751-1747. asmcri@verizon.net. http://www.allsaintsmemorial.org.

Amicable Congregational Church: UCC. Open & Affirming.

Sunday 10am. 3736 Main Road, Tiverton. 1-401-624-4611. http://www.amicablechurch.org.

Association of Welcoming & Affirming Baptists: admin@awab.org, http://www.awab.org.

Barrington Congregational Church: UCC.“The white church.”

Sundays 10am. 461 County Road, Barrington. 1-401-246-0111. office@bccucc.org, http://www.bccucc.org.

Bell Street Chapel: Unitarian Universalist. A Welcoming Congregation. Sundays 10am. 5 Bell Street, Providence.

1-401-273-5678. http://www.bellstreetchapel.org.

Beneficent Congregational Church: UCC. An Open & Affirming congregation in the heart of Providence.

Sundays 10am. 300 Weybosset Street, Providence.

1-401-331-9844. office@beneficentchurch.org, http://www.beneficentchurch.org.

Berean Baptist Church: A safe and welcoming place for all God’s children. Sunday 10am. 474 Chapel Street, Harrisville.

1-401-568-5411. bereanbaptistchurchri@gmail.com. http://www.bereanri.net.

Calvary United Methodist Church of Middletown: LGBTQ early dementia support group. Sundays 10:30am. 200 Turner Road, Middletown. 1-401-847-6181, calvarylife@necoxmail.com www.middletownmethodist.com.

Central Congregational Church: UCC. An Opening & Affirming Congregation. Sundays 10:30am. 296 Angell Street, Providence. 1-401-331-1960. www.centralchurch.us. cccangell@centralchurch.us Channing Memorial Church: Unitarian Universalist. A Welcoming Congregation. Sundays 10am. 135 Pelham Street, Newport. 1-401-846-0643. office@channingchurch.org. www.channingchurch.org.

Chapel Street Congregational Church UCC: Open & Affirming. 185 Chapel St., Lincoln, RI. 1-401-722-7934. chapelstreetucc@gmail.com http://www.chapelstreetucc.com.

Charter Oak Grove ADF: An Open and Welcoming Congregation of Neo-pagan Druids in CT. charteroakadf@ gmail.com, www.charteroakadf.org.

Christ Church in Lonsdale: 1643 Lonsdale Avenue, Lincoln.

Services 9am. 1-401-725-1920. office@christchurchlincoln.org. www.christchurchlincoln.org.

Church of the Ascension, 390 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, RI 02910.

Sundays at 10am. 1-401-461-5811. www.ascensioncranston.

org. ascensioncranston@verizon.net Church of the Epiphany:A diverse Open & Affirming Episcopal congregation.1336PawtucketAvenue,Rumford.1-401-434-5012. office@epiphanyep.org, http://www.epiphanyep.org.

Church of the Redeemer:A welcoming Episcopal church. 655 Hope St., Providence. www.redeemerprovidence.org. office@ redeemerprovidence.org. Rev. Patrick Campbell, 1-401-3310678.

Concordia Center for Spiritual Living: A diverse community welcoming all spiritual paths to God. Sunday Celebration 9:15am. 292 W. Shore Rd., Warwick. Rev. Ian Taylor, 1-401732-1552. info@concordiachurchri.com. www.ConcordiaCSL.com.

Edgewood Congregational Church: UCC. Open & Affirming.

Service 10am. 1788 Broad Street, Cranston. 1-401-461-1344. office@edgewoodchurchri.org. www.edgewoodchurchri.org.

Emmanuel Episcopal Church: Sundays 8 and 9:30am. 120 Nate Whipple Highway, Cumberland. 1-401-658-1506. office@emmanuelri.org. www.emmanuelri.org.

First Unitarian Church: A welcoming congregation. Sunday 10:30am. 1 Benevolent Street, Providence. 1-401-421-7970. admin@firstunitarianprov.org, www.firstunitarianprov.org.

First Unitarian Church: Service 11am. 71 8th Street, New Bedford, MA. 1-508-994-9686. admin@uunewbedford.org, http://www.uunewbedford.org.

First Universalist Society: UU. Welcoming congregation.

Same-gender weddings. 262 Chestnut Street, Franklin, MA. 1-508- 528-5348. info@fusf.org, www.fusf.org.

Foxboro Universalist Church: UUA. Service 10am. 6 Bird Street, Foxboro, MA. 1-508-891-9266. membership_trustee@ uufoxborough.org. www.uufoxborough.org.

Grace Episcopal Church in Providence: 175 Mathewson Street, Providence. 1-401-331-3225. hello@gracechurchprovidence. org. www.gracechurchprovidence.org.

Hopedale Unitarian Parish: Sundays 10:30 am. 65 Hopedale St., Hopedale, MA. www.hopedaleunitarian.org, 1-508-473-0745.

Rev.Tony Lorenzen. hopedaleunitarian@verizon.net Immanuel Lutheran Church: A Reconciling in Christ congregation. Pastor Sandra Demmler D’Amico. 647 North Main St, Attleboro, MA. 1-508-222-2898. office@immanuellc. org http://www.immanuellc.org.

Interweave at Channing Memorial UU Church: Organization for the spiritual, political and social wellbeing of LGBTQ persons, and their allies, confronting oppression. 135 Pelham Street, Newport. 1-401-846-0643. http://channingchurch.org/welcoming-congregationinterweave Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd: A “Reconciling in Christ” congregation (Welcoming). 3383 Old North Rd., Kingston, RI. Sundays 9 am. 1-401-789-7776; office@ goodshepherdri.org.www.goodshepherdri.org Mathewson St. Church: United Methodist. 134 Mathewson Street, Providence.

1-401-331-8900. mathewsonstreetumc@gmail.com. mathewsonstreetchurch. org Murray Unitarian Universalist Church: Marriage and commitment ceremonies for all. 505 NorthMainSt,Attleboro.

1-508-222-0505 office@murrayuuchurch.org www.murrayuuchurch.org.

Newman Congregational Church: Open & Affirming.

100 Newman Avenue, Rumford. 1-401-434-4742. newmanucc1643@gmail.com www.newmanucc.org.

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Park Place Congregational Church: 71 Park Place, Pawtucket.

1-401-726-2800. office@ppucc.necoxmail.com. www.parkplaceucc.com.

Pilgrim Lutheran Church: An inclusive congregation. Sundays 8 and 9:30am. 1817 Warwick Avenue,Warwick. 1-401-739-2937. parishasst@pilgrimlutheranri.org www.pilgrimlutheranri.jimdo.com.

Pilgrim United Church of Christ: Open and Affirming. 635 Purchase Street, New Bedford, MA. 1-508-997-9086.

Providence Presbyterian Church: 500 Hope St., Providence.

Service 10 am. 1-401-861-1136. www.provpresri.org. provpresri@verizon.net.

Riverside Church: UCC.15 Oak Avenue, Riverside. Service 10am. 1-401-433-2039. www.rcc-ucc.com. rcc-office@cox.net St.Augustine’s Church and Episcopal Center at URI: 15 Lower College Road, Kingston. 1-401-783-2153. Sundays 8am and 10am. StAugustinesChurch@necoxmail.com, www. staugustineuri.org.

St. James Church: Episcopal. 474 Fruit Hill Avenue, North Providence. 1-401-353-2079. stjameschurchnp@gmail.com www.stjamesnorthprovidence.org St. Martin’s Episcopal Church: Sundays 8 and 10am. 50 Orchard Avenue, Providence. 1-401-751-2141. church@stmartinsprov. org, www.stmartinsprov.org. Instagram:@saintmartinsprov St. Martin’s Episcopal Church: Welcoming Church. Monthly LGBT Eucharist. 136 Rivet Street, New Bedford, MA. 1-508-994-8972. stmartinsnb.secretary@gmail.com, www. stmartinsma.org.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church: Sundays 9am. 50 Park Place, Pawtucket. 1-401-728-4300. office@stpaulspawtucket.org, www.stpaulspawtucket.org.

St. Paul’s Church: A welcoming Episcopal church. Sundays 10am. 2679 East Main Street, Portsmouth. 1-401-683-1164. stpaulsportsmouthri.org.

St. Peter & St. Andrew’s Episcopal Church: 25 Pomona Avenue, Providence. 1-401-272-9649. office@stpeters-standrews.org. www.stpeters-standrews.org.

Saint Therese Old Catholic Church: Open & Affirming. Fr. David Martins. Sunday 10:30am. 1500 Main St., W. Warwick, RI 02893. 1-401-680-9076. stocc134@gmail.com, www.saintthereseocc.org.

Second Congregational Church of Attleboro: UCC. Open & Affirming. 50 Park Street, Attleboro, MA. Sunday 10am.

1-508-222-4677. office@attleborosecondchurch.org. www. attleborosecondchurch.org. Facebook: Second Congregational Church, UCC Attleboro. Instagram: @attleborosecondchurch Seekonk Congregational Church: Open & Affirming. Sundays 9 and 10:30am. Rev. Joy Utter, 600 Fall River Ave., Seekonk, MA. 1-508-336-9355. seekonkucc@gmail.com. www.scc-ucc.com.

Soka Gakkai: Buddhist association for peace, culture, and education. Contact for weekly meetings in Providence.

303 Boylston St. Brookline MA. 1-617-264-2000. www.sgi-usa-boston.org.

Temple Agudas Achim: Reconstructionist congregation.

901 North Main Street, Attleboro, MA. 1-508-222-2243. office@agudasma.org, http://www.agudasma.org.

Temple Beth-El: Rabbi Sarah E. Mack. 70 Orchard Avenue, Providence. 1-401-331-6070. info@temple-beth-el.org, www.temple-beth-el.org.

Temple Emanu-El: A welcoming Conservative congregation.

Rabbi Wayne Franklin. 99 Taft Avenue, Providence. 1-401-3311616.

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info@teprov.org, www.teprov.org.

Temple Habonim: A warm, welcoming Reform congregation. Rabbi Andrew Klein. 165 New Meadow Road, Barrington. 1-401-245-6536. office@templehabonim.org, www.templehabonim.org.

Temple Sinai: A Welcoming Reform temple. Rabbi Jeff Goldwasser, 30 Hagen Avenue, Cranston. 1-401-942-8350. dottie@templesinairi.org, www.templesinairi.org.

Unitarian Church in Fall River: Sunday 10:30am. 309 North Main Street, Fall River, MA. 1-508-678-9700. office@unitarianchurchfr.org, www.unitarianchurchfr.org.

Unitarian Universalist Society of Fairhaven: Service 10:30am.

102 Green Street, Fairhaven, MA. (508) 992-7081. office@ uufairhaven.org www.uufairhaven.org.

Unitarian Universalist Congregation of South County: 27 North Road, Peace Dale. 783-4170. uucscri@yahoo.com. www.uusouthcountyri.org.

United Congregational Church: 524 Valley Rd., Middletown RI 02842. A Welcoming congregation. Sunday, 10 am. www.uccmiddletown.org. 1-401-849-5444.

Westminster Unitarian Universalist Church:A UUAWelcoming Congregation. 119 Kenyon Avenue, East Greenwich. info@westminsteruu.org 1-401-884-5933. www.westminsteruu.org.

Woodridge Congregational Church: An opening and affirming community of the united church of christ-Sunday worship at 10am (enter sanctuary at the corner of Budlong Rd and Woodridge St, Cranston). 30 Jackson Rd, Cranston RI 1-401-942-0662. Woodridgechurch@verizon.net www. woodridgechurchri.org

SOCIAL ORGANIZATIONS Bisexual Resource Center: PO Box 170796, Boston, MA. 1-617-424-9595. brc@bicresource.net www.biresource.net.

Boston Bisexual Women’s Network: Social activities including monthly brunches and quarterly publication, Bi Women Quarterly.

PO Box 301727 Boston MA. biwomeneditor@gmail.com www.biwomenboston.org.

Good Company (RIAGP):Networking and philanthropy.1888-8919030. goodcompanyri@gmail.com http://www.goodcompanyri. com Cape and Islands Gay & Straight Youth Alliance (CIGSYA): 56 Barnstable Road, Hyannis, MA. (508) 778-7744. info@cisgsya.org, www.cigsya.org.

Feminist & Queer Happy Hour: Casual meetings to network with people who care about the same things. Email feministandqueerhappyhour@gmail.com.

Imperial Court of RI at Providence: Drag and non-drag performers raise funds for local charities.All welcome to general membership meetings on first Monday at Dark Lady(17 Snow Street, Providence). PO Box 6583, Providence RI icri.prov@gmail.com. www.icriprov.org.

Old Lesbians Organizing for Change: Local chapter of national network of feminists 60 years old or better, working for justice and well-being through public discourse. Regular meetings to share experiences. olocinri@gmail.com htpp://www.oloc.org.

Facebook:@oloc.rhodeisland.

Pride in Aging RI (formerly SAGE-RI): Services & Advocacy for GLBT Elders): Advocacy, education, and social events for LGBT seniors. Mail: SAGE-RI, 1665 Broad Street, Cranston, RI 02905. info@prideinagingri.org www.prideinagingri.org Facebook:@ PrideinAgingRI Queer Book Club: 3rd Wednesday, 7pm. Books on the Square, 471 Angell Street, Providence, queerbookclub@gmail.com.

facebook.com/groups/197682245133.

Providence Gay Men’s Chorus: New season rehearsals begin in January and August. Singers and non-singing volunteers welcome.

Monday 7-9:30pm. Beneficent Church, 300 Weybosset Street, Providence. director@rigmc.org www.rigmc.org RI Pride: Open house 4th Wednesdays. Festival & Parade 3rd Saturday in June. Mail: PO Box 1082, Providence, 02903. 1-401-4672130. info@prideri.com, www.prideri.com.

RI Prime Timers: Social and networking group for older gay and bi men. Second Sunday of every month. 1-401-996-3010. skri07@gmail.com www.riprimetimers.org.

RIWomen’sAssociation:Lesbian social group.21+.Dances & events.

PO Box 3586 Cranston, RI webmaster@riwa.net www.riwa.net.

We Thrive Cape Cod's LGBTQ+ Youth Center: Formerly Capde and Islands Gay and Straight Youth Alliance. 56 Barnstable Rd. Hyannis MA www.wethrive.us Yankee Lambda Car Club: Regional club for GLBT vintage and specialty car enthusiasts. www.yankeelcc.com. www.facebook. com/groups/126079135460/ Instagram:@lambdacarclub

Gala Bowling League: OSundays 5:50pm. Seaon begins in August. East Providence Lanes, 80 Newport Ave East Providence. galabowling1990@gmail.com www.facebook. com/gala.bowling/.

LANES (Liquid Assets New England Swimming): Fitness and/ or competition. BostonLANES@gmail.com www.swim-lanes. com.

Main Street Martial Arts: Non-profit welcoming dojo and community center. 1282 N. Main St Providence. 1-401-3459202 mainstma@gmail.com www.mainstma.org.

Ocean State Pride Volleyball League: Adult coed indoor league following USVBA rules. No try-outs. Fee applies.

Kent County YMCA 900 Centerville Rd. Warwick RI ospvolleyball@gmail.com. www.facebook.com/groups/ OSPVL. OutRyders SKIING: New England’s largest gay and lesbian ski and snowboard club. www.outryders.org.

PrideSports Boston: MNetwork of twenty-plus gay sports leagues/teams in the Boston area. Multiple locations. info@ pridesportsusa.com. www.pridesportsboston.org.

SPORTS & RECREATION Providence Gay Flag Football: PO Box 40577 Providence RI Beantown Softball League: Friendly competition. 27 teams 1-401-400-1094. info@pvdgffl.org www.pvdgffl.org. in four divisions of play: competivie, intermediate, and Providence Women's Rugby Club: Competitive and recreational. PO Box 230734 Boston 1-617-297-7490. recreational. 55 Shipyard St Providence RI prfc.women@ bsl-membership-director@beantownsoftball.com www. gmail.com www.providencerugby.com. beantownsoftabll.com.

Renaissance City SOFTBALL League: New players and Boating: Yankee Cruising Club: New England's club for boosters always welcome. PO Box 40067 Providence RI LGBTQ boaters. Multiple locations. 1-508-423-6123. info@providencesoftball.net www.providencesoftball.org. yankeecrusingclub@gmail.com http://yankeecrusingclub. Rondeau's Kickingboxing: 1408 Atwood Ave Johnston RI. weebly.com.

1-401-996-5425. info@rkblive.com www.rkblive.com Boston Gay+Lesbian Rowing Federation:Worldwide online TENNIS-4-All: Boston area tennis organization. Multiple communityfor gay and lesbian rowers, coxies, coaches, and Locations. info@tennis4all.org www.tennis4all.org. race officals. http://www.glrf.org.

Boston Gay Basketball League: PO Box 170160 Boston MA STUDENTS & YOUTH 1-757-266-7534. ksg.bgbl@gmail.com http://bgbl.com.

CCRI Gender Equity Initiative: SafeZone & Trans* 101 Boston Ironside Rugby Football: Multiple locations. info@ training.

Support, info for LGBTQ people and allies. bostonironsides.org www.bostonironsides.org. deanofstudents@ccri.edu www.ccri.edu/genderequity.

BOSTON PRIDE HOCKEY: TNow operating in Haus of Codec: To create a safer and more accessible means to Rhode Island with scrimmage games in Providence. info@bostonpridehockey.org www.bostonpridehockey.org housing, care, and essential services for displaced transition aged Boston Strikers Soccer Club: Non-profit social organization youth.53 Broad St PO Box 23360,Providence.www.hausofcodec. to learn and improve soccer skills in a relaxed, congenial org. Facebook:@ hausofcodec Instagram:@ HausofCodec. environment. Multiple Locations. thebostonstrikers@gmail. HEROES Club at Bristol Community College: UBristol Community College Student Group. HEROES (Helping Educate com www.bostonstrikers.com.

Cambridge Boston Volleyball Association: Players Regarding Orientation and Engaging Students). A safe and of all skill levels welcome. Multiple Locations. judgement free space where individuals are able to express themselves, connect, and learn about the LGBTQIA+ community secretary@cbvolleyball.net www.cbvolleyball.net Field Hockey (Teamworks Somerset): New season every through discussion, fun campus events, and more. 777 Elsbree 10 weeks. 732 Lee's River Ave Somerset MA. info@ St. Fall River MA. studentengagement@bristolcc.edu. www. bristolcc.campuslabs.com/engage/organization/hero. teamworkssomerset.com www.teamworkssomerset.com FLAG (For Lesbians and Gays) Football: Boston-based Home to Hope: Support for housing-insecure LGBT youth 13 recreational football club. All skill levels are encouraged -- 24. Crisis intervention, medical and other services. 1070 Main to participate. Saturday mornings in the fall and spring. St. Suite 304 Pawtucket RI. 1-401-400-2188. hometohope@ PO Box 220550 Boston MA info@flagfootball.com www. rihomeless.org. www.hometohoperi.wixsite.com/home.

LGBT National Youth Talkline: 1-800-246-7743. Private one-toflagflagfootball.com. one chat and info on local resources. www.lgbthotline.org/youthFrontrunners Boston: Morning walk/run along the Charles talkline.

River. Saturdays 10am Club Cafe 209 Columbus Ave Boston Queer & Trans Thursdays: 6-8pm. Space for LGBTQ and rnicoll@brandeis.edu www.frontrunnersboston.org Frontrunners Rhode Island: NRunning group (free heterosexual youth (24 and under) of color to foster coalitionyoga Mondays). Newcomers and all abilities welcome. building and organize to address intersections of oppressions.

Thursdays 6pm. Meetat Hope St end of Blacksone 669 Elmwood Ave., Rm. B7, Providence. info@prysm.us Blvd Providence. frontrunnersri@gmail.com www.prysm.us. 1-401-383-7450.

Rhode Island College Lavendar Lounge: New lounge/office for www.frontrunners.org/club/index.php?club=RhodeIsland.

LGBTQIA+ students and staff. 600 Mt. Pleasant Ave Providence

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RI. Instagram:@ lgbtqoffice_ric Rhode Island College Pride Alliance: A safe spacefor RIC LGBTQIA+ students and allies to meet, discuss issues in the queer community and build awareness for LGBTQ+ students.

600 Mt. Pleasant Ave Providence. Instagram:@ ricpride.

Salve Regina University – The Alliance: 100 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport. https://seahawkconnection.salve.edu/alliance/home/ Instagram:@ salve_alliance S.H.E.P.A.R.D. (Stopping Homophobia, Eliminating Prejudices and Restoring Dignity): Providence College, 1 Cunningham Square, Providence. 1-401-865-1631. shepard@providence.edu. www. dean-of-students.providence.edu/dean-of-students-shepard.

The Trevor Project:The only nationwide, around-the-clock crisis and suicide prevention helpline for LGBT youth.Also offers social networks. 1-866-488-7386. www.thetrevorproject.org.

University of Rhode Island LGBTIQ2: Alumni association. 73 Upper College Rd Kingston RI. 1-401-874-5808. alumni@uri.edu www.alumni.uri.edu URI Gender and Sexuality Center: A cultural department for students, faculty and staff. 1-401-874-2894. 19 Upper College Rd. Kingston RI. www.web.uri.edu/gender-sexuality.

Youth Pride Inc.: Support, education & advocacy for LGBTQQ young people ages 13--23. Tues. -- Fri. 2 -- 8pm. TheWay Out peer support groupThurs.4pm. Gender Spectrum support groupTues.

4pm.Visit our website for full calendar of events. 743Westminster St., Providence. 1-401-421-5626. info@youthprideri.org. www.youthprideri.org.

SUPPORT GROUPS & SOCIAL SERVICES Abuse Victims and Survivors: Support on phone for LGBTQ victims & survivors of partner abuse. Confidential peer-led groups. Hotline: 1-617-742-4911. info@tnlr.org. www.tnlr.org/ Adoption Options: Non-sectarian help. Jewish Family Service, 1165 N. Main St Providence. 1-401-331-5437. www.adoptionoptions.org. peg@jfsri.org.

Blackstone Valley Advocacy Center: Offering resources for victims of domestic violence. 1-401-723-3057. www.bvadvocacycenter.org. PO Box 5643 Pawtucket RI. info@bvadvocacycenter.org.

Child & Family Services: Counseling, young parent support, adoption, more. LGBT groups. Open six days. 66 Troy St., Fall River, MA. 1-508-676-5708. www.child-familyservices.org Children's Friend RI: Foster parents needed for newborn to age six. 153 Summer St Providence RI 1-401276-4300. info@cfsri.org www.childrensfriend.org Community Care Alliance: Stipend, assistance, training provided by Family Resources Community Action. 1-459759-7589. info@famresri.org www.famresri.org.

Compass: FTM trans info, support and social group.

Boston first Thursday 7-9pm. info@compassftm.org. www.compassftm.org.

Day One: Counseling & legal aid for victims of sexual assault/abuse & incest.

24hr hotline.

1-800-494-8100. info@dayoneri.org. www.dayoneri.org.

Devereux Advanced Behavioral Health: Foster parents wanted. Devereux Therapeutic Foster Care offers generous tax-free stipend, free comprehensive training, 24-hour support. Multiple Locations. 1-401-734-9680. www.devereux.org/site/SPageServer/?pagename=ma_ care.

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Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County: Support, court advocacy, counseling, safe home, info for women and men in abusive or controlling relationships.

24hr free and confidential helpline. 1-401-782-3990. 61 Main St Wakefield RI www.dvrcsc.org.

Family Service of RI:Training, stipend, support provided for nurturing adoptive families. Online referral form or call for intake services. 1-401-331-1350. www.familyserviceri. org.

Gay Fathers of Greater Boston: Support for gay and bisexual fathers. 738 Main St. #323, Waltham, MA. 1-781-333-8429. info@gayfathersboston.org, www. gayfathersboston.org.

Gay Men’s HIV+ Social Group: Wednesdays from 1:30-3pm. 18 Parkis Ave Providence RI 1-401-640-3108. jills@aidscareos.org www. aidscareos.org/ser vices/support-groups.

Gay Officers Action League (GOAL)/New England: Law enforcement officers (sworn & civilian), fire, rescue & publicly employed EMS. Confidential. P.O. Box 171587, Boston, MA. goalnewengland@gmail.com On Facebook at NewEnglandGOAL. LGBTQ+ Grief Support: PLGBTQ+ community members experiencing grief over the loss of a loved one are welcome to join a Zoom support group hosted by HopeHealth on the fourth Monday of every month. The group meets monthly from 5:30-7:00pm.To register, email: centerforhopeandhealing@hopehealthco.org. www. hopehealthco.org/services/hospice-care/grief-support/ find-a-grief-support-group/#virtual-grief-support.

LGBTQ+ Peer: Support group second Mondays 5 -- 6 pm at Hope Recovery, 50 Washington Square, Newport. Adults 16+. Accessible entrance on Farewell St. 1-401-619-1343. hoperecovery@psnri.org www. hoperecoverycenter.org Mantalk of S.E. Mass: Thurs. eves. in Taunton, MA. Social support for gay, bi, and questioning men from Mass. and RI. Confidential, drug- and alcohol-free. www.facebook. com/mantalktaunton.

MentalHelp.net: National directory of inpatient treatment options for those with substance abuse problems. www.mentalhelp.net/ Partner Support Group at Fenway Health: A ten-week support group with the purpose of building community and connections for anyone who identifies as non-trans, ages 18+, and is in a relationship with a trans* person(s).

1340 Boylston Street, Boston, MA. Contact Sarah Eley, LICSW. 857-313-6551. seley@fenwayhealth.org.

PFLAG (Parents, & Friends of Lesbians & Gays): Attleboro Chapter serves Southeast Mass. Third Wednesday 6:45 p.m., Second Congregational Church, 50 Park St. (side door). email pflagattleboro@gmail.com. Greater Providence Chapter: serves all R.I. First Wednesday at 7:00pm, Met School, 325 Public St., Providence. PFLAGprovidence@ gmail.com. www.pflagprovidence.org.

Instagram:@PFLAGProvRI. Twitter:PFLAGProvRI Queer Transformative Roots (QTR): Queer & trans people of color organize campaigns to support stability for our communities. 669 Elmwood Ave., Suite B13, Providence

02907. www.prysm.us. 1-401-383-7450.

Rape Crisis Center for S.E. Mass: New Hope, Inc. Advocacy, shelter, services for domestic abuse survivors. 247 Maple St Attleboro MA. 1-800- 323-4673. development@new-hope. org www.newhope.org.

RI Coalition Against Domestic Violence: 24hr helpline: 1-800- 494-8100. ricadv@ricadv.org www.ricadv.org Samaritans: 24hr hotline for suicidal, lonely, despairing, depressed. 1-800-365-4044. info@samaritansri.necoxmail. com www.samaritansri.org.

Seven Hills Behavioral Health: HIV Prevention and Screening. 310 South Main Street, Fall River, MA. (508) 235-1012. T.W.I.S.T. (508) 672-0378.

Sexual Health Education & Advocacy Program: HIV, sexual wellness, domestic violence risk reduction. Free, confidential, bilingual (Spanish). No caller ID used. Calls blocked for safety. 1-401-861-6191. info@sojournerri.org www.sojournerri.org/sexual-health-advocacy Sojourner House: Call for confidential support group.

Support, shelter, advocacy and information for people in abusive relationships. Including specific LGBT services.

No caller ID used. Outgoing calls blocked for safety. 24hr helpline. 1-401-861-6191. info@sojournerri.org www. sojournerri.org.

St. Mary’s Home for Children: Sexual abuse treatment for children.

450 Fruit Hill Ave., N. Providence. www.smhfc.org. info@smhfc.org, 1-401-353-3900.

TGI Network of RI: Support, advocacy for transgender, transsexual, gender-variant and/or intersex people.

Borderlands peer group 1st & 3d Tues. and 1st & 3d Sat. of the month. Location & information: PO Box 4036 Providence.1-401-441-5058. info@tginetwork.org. www.tginetwork.org.

The Network/La Red: The Network/La Red is a survivorled social justice organization that works to end partner abuse in lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, kink, polyamorous, and queer communities. Rooted in antiopression principles, our work aims to create a world where all people are free from oppression.We strengthen our communities through organizing, eduation, and the provision of suppor services. PO Box 6011 Boston MA 1-800-832-1901. info@tnlr.org www.tnlr.org Facebook:@ The Network/La Red. Instagram:@thenetworklared.

Trans* Partners New England: Gives romantic partners of transgender people a confidential, safe space to explore the impact of a loved one’s gender identity on their relationships, and to connect with other loved ones of transgender people. First Wednesday 6:30-8:30pm.

Providence. Location unpublished for privacy. partners@ tginetwork.org.

Trans* Youth Family Allies: Support for gender-variant and transgender children ages 3-18. 1-888-462-8932. info@imatyfa.org, www.imatyfa.org.

Transgender American Veterans Association (TAVA): Growing organization to address the concerns of fair treatment of transgender veterans and active duty service members. office@transveterans.org www.transveteran.org.

Women’s Resource Center of Newport and Bristol Counties: Leading domestic violence prevention through the empowerment of individuals and the community by providing advocacy, eduation, and support services.

Multiple locations. 1-401-846-5263. info@wrcnbc.org. www.wrcnbc.org. Facebook:@WRCNBC Instagram:@ wrc_nbc.

Wanderground Lesbian Archive/Library, Inc: OWanderground Lesbian Archive collects, preserves, and brings to life Lesbian activist, artistic cultural expressions, and forgotten legacies in vibrant community gathering spaces. PO Box 10466 Cranston RI 02910. info@ wanderground.org. www.wanderground.org Facebook:@ WandergroundRI.

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